Why Are Governing Documents Important In Responding To COVID-19?

The first thing any HOA/COA board member or property management company should do is review the documents governing an HOA/COA to understand their roles and responsibilities and consult an attorney to understand how specific provisions apply in light of a state or locality’s particular laws.  Such documents include the condominium declaration and the covenants, conditions and restrictions (“CCR”), which are filed in the real estate records of the local county courthouse, as well as the by-laws which provide the rules on the internal governance of your association.  These documents should give a clear understanding of what is and is not required of those responsible for managing a planned community.  This is important because, even during a pandemic, board members and property management companies must operate within the limits of the governing documents.