Rancho Cordova, CA HOA Rules: Assessment & Dues (2026)
Key Facts
- Annual Cap (board only)
- 20 percent per CC 5605
- Special Assessment Cap
- 5 percent per CC 5605
- Foreclosure Threshold
- 1,800 or 12 months per CC 5720
- Late Fee
- Greater of 10 or 10 percent per CC 5650
- Interest
- Up to 12 percent annually
Summary
HOA assessments in Rancho Cordova are governed by Civil Code 5600-5740. Annual regular assessment increases are capped at 20 percent without member vote (Civil Code 5605), and special assessments in a fiscal year are capped at 5 percent of the budgeted gross expenses without member approval. Delinquent assessments accrue interest and can lead to liens and foreclosure under strict procedures.
(a) Annual increases in regular assessments for any fiscal year shall not be imposed unless the board has complied with paragraphs (1), (2), (4), (5), (6), (7), and (8) of subdivision (b) of Section 5300 with respect to that fiscal year, or has obtained the approval of a majority of a quorum of members, pursuant to Section 4070, at a member meeting or election.
Full Breakdown
Civil Code section 5605 limits the board acting alone to increasing regular assessments by no more than 20 percent over the prior year and imposing special assessments totaling no more than 5 percent of budgeted gross expenses in any fiscal year; exceeding these thresholds requires approval by a majority of a quorum of members. Civil Code 5650 makes delinquent assessments a personal debt of the owner and allows reasonable late fees (the greater of 10 dollars or 10 percent), interest at up to 12 percent annually, and recovery of reasonable collection costs. Civil Code 5673-5685 establish pre-lien, lien, and non-judicial foreclosure procedures, with section 5720 imposing restrictions including a 1,800 dollar or 12-month delinquency threshold before non-judicial foreclosure can proceed on unpaid assessments (emergency or similar charges do not count toward this). Notice requirements include certified mailings and opportunity to cure.
Violations & Fines
Owners who fail to pay can be charged late fees, interest, collection costs, and face liens and eventual foreclosure if statutory thresholds are met. Associations that violate collection rules can be liable for damages and attorney fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my HOA raise dues 30 percent without a vote?
Can the HOA foreclose over a 500 dollar delinquency?
Sources & Official References
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