Community Associations Archives - Davis, Agnor, Rapaport, & Skalny

Does Your Homeowners Association Only Allow Adults In The Gym? Learn How The Fair Housing Act And Familial Status Applies To Your Community

Condominiums, homeowner associations, and cooperatives (“Associations”) offer a myriad of services and amenities – such as, swimming pools, fitness centers, and tot lots – to owners and residents living within their communities. Associations, therefore, are … Read More

2022 Legislative Update

The 2022 Legislative Session of the Maryland General concluded in early April with 2,520 bills introduced and 836 signed into law by Governor Hogan; 11 bills were vetoed, and one was overruled. To follow is … Read More

Changes Coming to Short-Term Vacation Rentals

In recent years, many condominiums, cooperatives, and homeowner associations have discussed the topic of short-term/vacation rentals. Due to the transient nature of these rentals, many associations look to the leasing provisions in their declarations and … Read More

Contemplating a Construction or Renovation Project?

Get Your Professional Team Lined Up When you’re planning a major construction or renovation project for your business or for your home, the importance of hiring a general contractor is obvious. However, the assistance of … Read More

Bad Debt: When Should Association’s Stop Pursuing a Delinquency?

One of the duties imposed on the Board of a condominium, homeowner association or cooperative (“Association”) is to collect assessments from owners. When an owner stops paying, typically, the owner’s account is forwarded to the … Read More

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