Dublin HOAs levy regular and special assessments per ORC 5312.11. Unpaid assessments become liens against the property that can be foreclosed. Ohio law requires reasonable notice before recording liens and limits some collection practices.
Under ORC 5312.11, Dublin HOAs can levy regular (budgeted) assessments, special assessments for capital projects, and individual charges for enforcement or damage. Boards typically approve annual budgets that set assessment rates. Notice of rate changes and special assessments must be given per the declaration, commonly 30 days in advance. Unpaid assessments accrue interest and late fees per ORC 5312.12, then become liens when recorded with the county recorder. Liens have priority back to the date of recording and can be foreclosed after notice. ORC 5312.11(F) caps pre-lien late charges at 8 percent per year unless the declaration specifies a higher rate with notice. HOAs must send itemized demand letters before foreclosure.
Missed assessments: late fees per declaration, interest up to 8 percent annually, lien recording, and foreclosure action after prescribed notice. Owners can challenge improper assessments in court.
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