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Recent Coverage
Curated stories from California on HOA disputes, legislation, and homeowner rights.
San Marcos HOA Fines Homeowner for Flying American Flag
A San Diego County HOA issued fines to a homeowner displaying an American flag, drawing legal scrutiny and public outrage over First Amendment concerns.
Patriotic Californians Explode at HOA's 'Crazy Anti-American' Demand Before Fourth of July
National outrage erupts after a California HOA demands residents remove American flags ahead of Independence Day, spotlighting HOA overreach nationwide.
Residents Gear Up for Battle With HOA After Being Told to Remove American Flags
San Diego residents are fighting back after their HOA ordered removal of American flags, joining a growing wave of homeowners pushing back against flag restrictions.
HOA Election Controversy Raises Questions About Transparency and Voting Integrity
Questions about ballot handling and voting integrity surface after a contentious HOA election, prompting calls for independent oversight in California communities.
California HOA Election Rights After Arroyo v. Pacific Ridge
A breakdown of how the Arroyo v. Pacific Ridge decision reshapes California HOA election rights, reinforcing Davis-Stirling's secret ballot protections and procedural mandates.
California HOA Fines Now Capped by New Law
California lawmakers passed new legislation capping HOA fines, a significant victory for homeowners who have long faced runaway penalty escalation.
HOA Struggle Intensifies
Homeowners describe escalating conflicts with their associations over enforcement actions, fees, and lack of board accountability in local communities.
HOA Rejects Wheelchair Ramp Request as 'Unsightly'
An HOA denied a homeowner's reasonable accommodation request for a wheelchair ramp, citing aesthetics — a potential Fair Housing Act violation.
HOA Got Sued for Trying to Get Insurance Coverage — and Lost Its Coverage
A cautionary tale: an HOA's attempt to secure insurance coverage backfired, resulting in litigation that ultimately left the association uninsured.
It's Chapter 11 Bankruptcy for HOA Manager
An HOA management company files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leaving multiple associations scrambling for new management and raising fiduciary concerns.
Homeowners Association Ordered to Pay $15.6M Judgment
A Camarillo HOA faces a landmark $15.6 million court judgment, highlighting the severe financial consequences of board mismanagement and negligence.
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