HOA covenant enforcement must be consistent and non-arbitrary per ORC 5312.16. Selective enforcement is a defense. Violations notices, fines, and legal action all must follow declaration procedures. Due process protections apply.
CCRs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) recorded with the county are enforceable against all owners. Under ORC 5312.11(A)(8) and 5312.16, enforcement must be consistent and fair; selective enforcement (enforcing rules against some owners but not others) is a recognized defense. Boards typically issue written violation notices with cure period (usually 10-30 days), followed by fines if uncured, and ultimately legal action. Ohio law requires reasonable hearing before significant fines. Fines become assessments subject to lien rights. Owners can challenge enforcement in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court on grounds of arbitrary application, procedural defect, or violation of state law. Recorded CCR amendments typically require supermajority (67-75 percent) owner approval per declaration.
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