Redmond HOA Rules: CC&R Enforcement Rules (2026)

Covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) are private land-use rules recorded against properties in an HOA and binding on all owners. In Redmond, CC&Rs are enforced by the HOA board and any designated committees following the declaration, bylaws, and applicable Washington statute (RCW 64.90, 64.34, or 64.38). The process typically starts with a written violation notice giving the owner a cure period. If uncured, the board may schedule a hearing where the owner has notice and the right to be heard, then impose a fine or seek a remedy under the declaration. WUCIOA authorizes reasonable fines under RCW 64.90.410 and requires procedural due process. For serious or continuing violations, the HOA may seek an injunction in King County Superior Court. CC&R provisions violating state or federal law (fair housing, solar access, flags, satellite dishes) are unenforceable. Owners can raise defenses including waiver (where HOA failed to enforce against similar violations), estoppel, selective enforcement, and statute of limitations. Amendments to CC&Rs require owner approval at the percentage specified in the declaration and must be recorded to bind subsequent owners.