My home owners assc states that no motorcycles are allowed on the property according to the cc&rs legal in Ca?
Q. My home owners assc states that no motorcycles are allowed on the property according to the cc&rs legal in Ca?
Asked by Wayne M - Thu Dec 14 00:19:53 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. CC&Rs vary from association to association. Left unchallenged, banning motorcycles within the boundaries of the association may be perfectly legal. You, as a member of the association, are bound to follow the rules and regulations, however, it is possible to change CC&R's by vote of the association membership. Attend every meeting of your association and participate in it. Run for board membership and enlist the aid of other association members, particularly those who may also have a similar interest.
Answered by jistanotherguy - Thu Dec 14 00:39:25 2006

Which LA county office can I find CC&Rs for my home owners association?
Q. Which LA county office can I find CC&Rs for my home owners association?
Asked by Ginger H - Fri Oct 6 20:14:15 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. U should be able to get that from your HOA. If they will not help you, ask the members of the HOA board to which you belong for one of their copies. Individuals are usually more helpful.
Answered by a_911girl - Fri Oct 6 20:24:02 2006

how do i get rid of my homeowners assocition CC&R's?
Q. they nit pick at little stuff all the people who work in the office are rude... and don't relize i pay there pay checks and they dont handel real matters at hand $30.00 a month to live there and its really not worth it.. where do i start???
Asked by holdyourhorsesaz - Fri Mar 3 12:52:25 2006 - - 2 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Take your contract to a lawyer and look for an opt out. Homeowner associations are notoriously corrupt. For instance they can force a sale of property by claiming they never got your money and then their friend buys it up at a forclosure auction that isn't advertised.
Answered by gregory_dittman - Fri Mar 3 12:56:44 2006

My HOA just sent mail that cars parked on the street will be towed. It is not in CC&R and was not voted on HL
Q. Our covenants do not mention this rule and our Board of directors did not put this new rule to vote. Instead they just sent us a notice. I would like to challenge it. Can they enforce this rule without it being in the CC&R, or without putting it to vote. Please help.
Asked by KM - Fri Jan 18 01:20:49 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The base documents for any home owners association will define all rules and regs. It should also define what the process is for passing a new rule or reg. So, your board may not have put it to full vote of the association. The bylaws may allow the board to pass a new regulation through board vote only. You need to study your bylaws to be certain. If they are doing something unapproved, you can either get a lawyer to force compliance, or get the other homeowners together to demand accountability.
Answered by Michigan Dave - Fri Jan 18 01:29:30 2008

iam moving from england to spain and taking a ford escort 1600 cc r/h drive.What changes will i need to make?
Q. will the headlamps need to be changed or adjusted, and what about reversing lights?
Asked by tel - Sat Jun 10 06:06:52 2006 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Get a new car
Answered by cat rat - Sat Jun 10 06:09:09 2006

My rental agreement allows more pets than the community's CC&R's my landlord signed/agreed to. What can I do?
Q. Basically, my rental agreement for my condo allows for up to 2 pets up to 100 lbs each. The condo association's CC&R's only allows one pet per unit up to 25 lbs. At first, no one cared, but now my landlord is receiving violation notices and fines. Our last conversation, he asked if anyone was willing to take the bigger dog of the two, but the main reason I chose to rent this unit was because they allowed both of my dogs, regardless of size. What are the legal ramifications of signing a rental agreement that goes against the CC&R's of the community which the landlord signed he would follow when he purchased the unit?
Asked by jp_newbold - Mon Jul 2 00:10:54 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Sorry to say it but the CC&Rs will likely"trump" what the landlord quoted you in the lease agreement. You probably do have legal recourse against the landlord for your extensive inconveniences. You don't have recourse against the HOA or condo management company. It is definitely the owner who screwed up (unless you acknowledged and accepted the HOA rules before executing the lease agreement). Many lease agreements have a section where a tenant signs that he/she has read and agreed to abide by the CC&Rs of the community they are renting in. It is very unfortunate about your situation. A fair solution is terminating the lease without penalty and asking your landlord to help out (or give some rent allowance) with the moving expense. … [cont.]
Answered by R.E. Advice - Mon Jul 2 00:32:30 2007

I own a condo in CA and believe the CC & R's are not fair to homeowners.?
Q. Does anyone have experience with this? I want to go about this the right way the first time. Thanks!
Asked by always an opinion - Wed Oct 3 17:18:01 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The CC & R's should contain a provision for amendment. You should approach the board and ask to have your issue put on the next board meeting agenda so that the amendment can be proposed, discussed, and voted on. You will do better if you can very clearly state your issue, the need for a change, and proposed substitute language. Get some allies among your fellow homeowners to support your effort. If, however, you have reason to believe that the rule is illegal, you could contact your local or state fair housing agency if the the board refuses to take action. For instance discrimination based on race, religion, ethnicity, marital status, and sexual orientation is illegal here in California.
Answered by artwhiterealtor - Wed Oct 3 17:29:23 2007

can i get cc&r's before buying ?
Q. i was told that i would get the cc&r's after i bought loft. i want to read these before i put out $ 400,000. maybe i dont like the rules, or restrictions.
Asked by Bruce K - Thu Jul 19 15:47:42 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I would make the offer "Contingent" upon review and acceptance of the C,C,&R's Sounds pretty fishy they don't want you to see the rules you're going to have to live under till after the deal is closed and you now have no recource to getting out of the deal. I would NEVER buy in a HOA without also knowing, understanding, and agreeing to live by the rules of the C,C,&R's. Terry S. P.S. If your Realtor told you not to look at C,C,&R's till after the close, get another Realtor!
Answered by Terry S - Thu Jul 19 19:16:23 2007

can you answer a question regarding a judges ruling made a year ago regarding cc&r's in our subdivision?
Q. a ruling was made a year ago regarding cc&r's. was have since learned since this ruling was made 8/05, the judge had no jurisdiction to hear this case. the lawyers did not use this in the case either. can you tell me what happens now? what do we do? this is in nevada. thanks for any advice.
Asked by kathy h - Sun Sep 3 11:44:01 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. you will have to hire another attorney and file a motion to have this verdit overturned because the court that heard the case did not have jurisdiction, The new court with jurisdiction can uphold the first courts verdict, or over turn it. If it is overturned, then you will have to refile to get the old issue reheard in the correct court. and it is almost impossible for a case to be heard in the wrong court, so you may wish to find out if the people saying this are telling the truth or not.
Answered by fr_chuck - Sun Sep 3 11:49:00 2006

Is there a legal age to purchase property?
Q. I have been purchasing property in a 55+ mobile home park, and remodeling them and either renting or selling the properties, the bylaws and cc&r's do not restrict me from doing so, however some of the people are saying that it is illigal to do so because I am not 55 years of age. I understand I can not live in them until I reach 55 but legally can they prevent me from purchasing property. I thought that was against the law under discrimination. Any help would be appreciated.
Asked by wondering - Mon Mar 17 19:34:00 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Any one can purchase a property !! A parent/ guardian can purchase a property in the name of a minor!!
Answered by V.T.V.RAM - Thu Mar 20 23:20:09 2008

obtaining a copy of my CC&R's to my property?
Q. neighbors are complaing about kids riding their quads and dirtbikes. Also for the noise
Asked by David V - Mon Dec 17 13:07:33 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Most states require you get one with purchase; HOA/POA can provide for a dew bucks for copy charges. Send a request to the same addy you send your POA assessment.
Answered by wizjp - Mon Dec 17 13:13:36 2007

Can anyone give me an insight into selling real estate in the Philippines?
Q. There's a residential/subdivision lot we think of selling and we were "told" that there's a Manila law that you first have to offer to sell it to your neighbor before the public? 1) Is that true? 2) Is that like a CC&R or HOA here? 3) can we sell without a realtor involved?
Asked by jo jo - Thu Sep 6 22:57:34 2007 - - 1 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Go to Google search engine and put in "real estate in the Phillipines" and you will get some information on this topic.
Answered by Debbie - Thu Sep 6 23:04:05 2007

What disadvantages, if any, to amending our complex's CC&R's to allow FHA HUD loans? ?
Q. What disadvantages, if any, to amending our complex's CC&R's to allow FHA HUD loans? I received a letter from my association asking us to vote on amending our CC&R's to allow FHA loans in order to keep our home prices up and avoiding any future HOA dues. Here's the verbiage from the letter I received: "If a serious effort to prevent home value in our community from falling any further and to avoid future increases in HOA dues, we are working to obtain approval for our complex from HUD. This will make FHA financing available to homebuyers and help our condos sell in this difficult market...Your signed ballot will allow us to meet particular HUD guidelines that the developer didn't write into our CC&Rs so the Board and submit for FHA… [cont.]
Asked by Presodent - Mon Dec 8 12:03:47 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

Problem with the HOA regarding the CC&R's?
Q. My landlord hasn't paid his HOA fee's and a process server can to my home to notify me of this occurrence. I have tried contacting him thru telephone for the past 4 days and he hasn't responded and his voice mail box is full. I have already have asked this question before on answers, but my HOA is trying to fine me $500 for parking on my street, which is public. I haven't paid them anything because I believe it is a frivolous fine. I checked the CC&R's online (landlord never gave them to me) and they stated that temporary parking on the street is allowed but overnight parking is prohibited. My question with that is, what is the definition of overnight parking? Sometimes I park for a few hours and they try to argue with me. A friend… [cont.]
Asked by Jay Dee - Sun Sep 21 23:38:24 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I don't understand how an HOA has any say on what can or cannot be parked on a public residential street and for how long. Does the HOA also pay to repair and maintain the street?? Is the street considered an easement for the complex's property?
Answered by satarnag01 - Mon Sep 22 00:13:44 2008

How do I end a Homeowners' Association (HOA)?
Q. I live in a 12-unit PUD. There is a HOA, but the officers are owners of PUD units that changes every year. We pay a ridiculous monthly fee that serves no purpose -- except maybe pay for water as there is no landscape nor pool nor common area. How can I legally end this HOA? None of the owners seem to have a copy of the CC&R.
Asked by lhartenbe - Fri Mar 21 21:23:59 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If ever there's anything more worthless and maddening it has to be a Homeowners Association because they are the most ruthless type of parasites ever to exist on the face of this earth. If I were you I would simply move and try not to ever again become affiliated with anything that might be connected to a HOA. They will fight you and since they make so much money due to ripping everyone off as much as they can you might be in for a long battle because a parasite will not leave it's host unless you force it to. Best of wishes my friend and I hope whatever you decide to do everything works out for the best for you.
Answered by Adelaide B - Fri Mar 21 21:42:33 2008

Who governs the board of directors and the property management company of condo complexes?
Q. My son's car was broken into while parked in our carport. The only way to access the carport is by a key. When we approached two board members, they would not help us obtain the security tape. My son was then told that there is no tape, but images from the internet and that the person who has access was not home. They would not tell my son anything other than his name. This isn't the first encounter with this board or the management company. We had a neighbor who kept us up all night. The board would not get involved, although the CC&R's have a noise clause. When I requested a copy of the clause, I was ignored. I was told to call the police and keep calling them. I would like to file a complaint but don't know who or where. We… [cont.]
Asked by blndelady4u - Mon Nov 20 10:18:30 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. That seems to be a problem with many Boards here in CA. Check with your title company for a copy of your CC&R's they have to have them on file before escrow can close. The Board governs themselves. Best bet vote them out come annual election time. As a homeowner you can see and should have access to any and all info about the building. It is your investment. I don't know who your management company is but call the DRE and set a fire under them. Audits are a pain. Find out if they can be replaced and replace them with a different company. Len Siegel is a great HOA attorney, might not be a bad idea to chat with him. If you need his contact info please call my office 818.837.0737 ask for Loli.
Answered by Loli M - Mon Nov 20 11:06:48 2006

I need to kill off all the grass in my backyard...about 2000 sq ft...?
Q. I moved into a rental house in arizona and the entire backyard is little stone. Suddenly when the monsoons hit, my entire backyard started growing grass. Not just a little...a full thick yard. I can't afford to water the stuff when the monsoons are over and i can't cut it because the entire bottom is stones. I need to kill it all off. I'm not really worried about planting anything in the future, but i can't have this grass growing. Does anyone have a homemade grass killer recipe that I can use on a large scale that will take less than 10 days? (we will get fined if we don't keep up the yard, stupid CC&Rs). Thanks Oh I forgot to mention I don't have a lawn mower and have no intention of getting one...sorry:)
Asked by jjannann2000 - Sat Aug 11 17:02:35 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The guy that mentioned using gas is correct. That will work faster than anything else. Just be sure not to have any open flames or cigarettes around. Use extreme caution while doing this. Pour the gas in small patches over time. Use extreme caution while doing this. Don't do the whole yard at once. Another, safer alternative is to use salt. Salt will kill the grass, too, but will take longer.
Answered by Solitaire - Sat Aug 11 17:28:03 2007

Can Arizona HOA's increase their fees anytime and is their a cap on the fee increase?
Q. I am considering buying a condo where there are association dues of $180/month and it says in the CC&R's that this fee is subject to increase at anytime. What I was wondering is, how often can they increase it(are their AZ laws protecting us from extreme increases?) and...is their a cap/month or year that the increase is limited to.
Asked by raburke43 - Tue Jun 19 19:00:30 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They are required to provide you with the CC&Rs before you buy. As far as I know there is no limit on how much they can raise them unless they limit them themselves. If the developer is still involved they usually run roughshod over the HOA.
Answered by Vampire 13R - Tue Jun 19 19:15:58 2007

Can a HOA fine somone for speeding?
Q. The CC&R's say nothing of the HOA's ability to fine for speeding yet we are getting letters saying that they will fine us $500 for the "violation". Now they are also trying to fine us for my friend speeding. They continue to harass us and after an incident were one of us refused to have sex with one of the board members, the violations have gotten worse. This has got to be some sort of harassment.
Asked by amshamah - Mon Oct 22 20:44:34 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If the streets are owned by the association and are not public streets, the HOA can fine homeowners for violating the speed rules, just as they can fine for anything else included in the CC&Rs. I hate dealing with HOAs. Really, it's easier just to have sex and get it over with.
Answered by raichasays - Mon Oct 22 20:50:20 2007

Can HOA prohibit me smoking inside my own condo?
Q. Hello, HOA wants to pass an amendment to CC&R prohibiting smokng in common and private areas. I have no problem with common areas, but can HOA tell me what to do in my own private space?
Asked by Peter - Mon May 7 00:33:14 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They can absolutely prohibit smoking in all common areas, and within so-many feet of doorways. Within your own unit, which you own, is harder for them to regulate. If you share any common ventilation systems (your smoke can be blown into any other unit) they can still restrict it -- as long as the homeowners themselves vote for it. Your condo membership agreement probably has a section about 'disturbing your neighbors' -- that usually includes noise, pets, trash, decorations, storage, etc. If it has a sentence about 'anything that disturbs your neighbors', the HOA could vote that anyone's smoke is disturbing, annoying, etc. They could also claim that it's a fire hazard (extreme, but legal!) in an effort to keep smokers out. In any… [cont.]
Answered by Sue - Mon May 7 10:09:15 2007