HOAs in LA County are governed by the Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act (Civil Code Β§4000β6150). Board meetings require advance notice, open sessions, and recorded minutes. Annual elections follow strict secret ballot procedures.
The Davis-Stirling Act (California Civil Code Β§4000β6150) governs all common interest developments in LA County including condos, townhomes, and planned developments. Board meetings require at least 4 days advance notice and must be held in open session except for litigation, personnel, and member discipline matters (Civil Code Β§4920β4935). Members may attend and address the board during open sessions. Minutes must be kept and made available within 30 days. Board elections must use secret ballots, an independent inspector of elections, and allow all members to vote by mail (Civil Code Β§5100β5145). Annual meetings require 10-45 days notice. Emergency board meetings may be called with 2 days notice for urgent matters. Boards must have at least 3 directors and may serve up to 4-year terms.
Violations of the Davis-Stirling Act may result in court orders requiring compliance, civil penalties, and attorney fee awards. Members may petition for internal dispute resolution or file with the Department of Real Estate.
Inglewood, CA
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