Homeowners associations are governed by various documents that can confuse owners and even HOA board members. The nature of the HOA itself is often misunderstood. Here is a primer:
Common Interest Community. Colorado law uses the term “common interest community.”
Terminating an HOA is almost impossible.
It is quite common in Colorado for major (or even minor) housing developments to face intense opposition from existing residents. For example, check out the “Sanctuary on the Green” project that would bring much-needed housing to Fort Collins,
Colorado attempts to encourage private landowners to allow recreational use of their property via a new law.
For an easement by prescription, the claimant’s knowledge or state of mind does not matter.
Examples of how the Colorado legislature’s efforts to tackle high housing prices in 2024 advance property rights.
In Colorado, escalating housing prices are well-documented. A lot of blame gets placed on investors buying houses for cash, making it harder for ordinary people to acquire their first home. However, the fundamental problem is simply a matter of economics
On Friday April 19, 2024, Governor Polis signed HB24-1098, titled “Cause Required for Eviction of Residential Tenant.” This law concerns what happens at the end of a residential lease. Under prior law, not renewing the lease is a reliable way
On Monday, April 15, 2024, Governor Polis signed House Bill 24-1007 (HB 24-1007). This new law prohibits local governments from imposing occupancy limits on housing based on familial relationships.
To see the full act, click below:
2024a_1007_signed.pdf (colorado.gov)
Now, local
I have a book from 2014. It is called “Colorado Landlord-Tenant Law From the Perspective of a Tenant Advocate,” by Manuel Ramos. It does a good job explaining the nuts and bolts of landlord-tenant law, or at least, it did.