Berkeley HOAs operate under the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act (Civil Code 4000+), which governs board meetings, elections, quorum, and open-meeting requirements.
Homeowner associations in Berkeley are governed by California Civil Code 4000 through 6150 (the Davis-Stirling Act). Boards must hold meetings with at least 4 days notice to members (2 days for emergency meetings), allow members to attend and speak during an open member forum, and cannot take action in executive session except on specified topics (litigation, contracts, personnel, member discipline, foreclosure). Minutes or a summary of minutes must be made available within 30 days. Board elections require secret ballots, inspector of elections, and compliance with Civil Code 5100-5125. Annual budget disclosures and reserve studies are also required. Berkeley does not add city-specific board rules; state law governs.
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