Fontana vs Rancho Cucamonga
How do assessment & dues rules compare between Fontana, CA and Rancho Cucamonga, CA?
Fontana has fewer restrictions than Rancho Cucamonga.
Fontana, CA
San Bernardino County
Fontana HOAs follow Davis-Stirling assessment rules (Civil Code 5600+) limiting annual regular assessment increases to 20 percent and special assessments to 5 percent without member vote.
View full Fontana rules →Rancho Cucamonga, CA
San Bernardino County
Rancho Cucamonga HOAs assess dues under Davis-Stirling. Regular increases are capped at 20 percent per year and special assessments at 5 percent of budget without member approval (Civil Code 5605).
View full Rancho Cucamonga rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fontana | Rancho Cucamonga |
|---|---|---|
| Annual increase cap | 20 percent without vote | - |
| Special assessment cap | 5 percent without vote | - |
| Late fee limit | 10 percent or 10 dollars | - |
| Interest cap | 12 percent per year | - |
| Budget disclosure | 30 to 90 days prior | - |
| Statute | - | Civil Code 5600-5720 |
| Regular cap | - | 20 percent per year without vote |
| Special cap | - | 5 percent of budget without vote |
| Foreclosure threshold | - | $1,800 or 12 months |
| Notice | - | 30-60 days |
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Fontana FAQ
Can my Fontana HOA raise dues by 50 percent?
Not without a vote of members. Increases above 20 percent of regular assessments require membership approval under Civil Code 5605.
What if I cannot pay my HOA assessment?
You have the right to request a payment plan and internal dispute resolution before the HOA can record a lien or pursue collection.
Rancho Cucamonga FAQ
Can my Rancho Cucamonga HOA double my dues?
Only with a majority vote of a quorum of members. Without a vote, increases are capped at 20 percent of the prior year regular assessment under Civil Code 5605.
Can the HOA foreclose on my home over unpaid dues?
Yes, but only after $1,800 or 12 months of delinquency, a board-approved notice process, offered payment plan, and mandatory pre-foreclosure dispute resolution.
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