Relating to the maintenance and use of common areas owned by a property owners' association.
HB 1812 requires property owners' associations (POAs) to maintain and regulate common areas (like parks or pools) according to existing rules in their subdivision's governing documents. It directly affects homeowners in communities governed by POAs who use these shared spaces. The bill establishes that if a POA fails to comply, owners can seek court-ordered enforcement (injunctive relief), recover court costs, and claim reasonable attorney fees. This creates clear legal remedies for homeowners when POAs neglect common area maintenance. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 14, 2025
Last action Mar 14, 2025
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Mar 14, 2025
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Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
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Mar 14, 2025
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Jared Patterson
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