PA law (68 Pa.C.S. Ch. 53) governs HOA assessments in Pittsburgh. Associations may levy regular and special assessments, and unpaid assessments create a statutory lien that can lead to foreclosure.
Under 68 Pa.C.S. 5302(a)(11), the association may levy and collect assessments for common expenses. Regular assessments are set annually by the board based on the approved budget. Special assessments for unexpected capital expenses require a board vote and typically must be disclosed to owners in advance. Under 68 Pa.C.S. 5315, the association has a statutory lien on each unit for unpaid assessments, including late fees, interest, costs of collection, and reasonable attorney fees. This lien has priority over most other liens except real estate tax liens and first mortgage liens recorded before the delinquency. The association may foreclose on the lien in the same manner as a mortgage. Pennsylvania law allows but does not require HOAs to charge late fees; the specific late fee amount must be stated in the declaration or bylaws. Owners have the right to request a statement of account showing all charges and payments. For condominiums, parallel provisions exist under the Uniform Condominium Act (68 Pa.C.S. Ch. 33).
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