File a Lawsuit If mediation does not lead to a satisfactory resolution, your attorney may recommend filing a lawsuit. In Nevada, lawsuits against HOAs generally fall under civil court jurisdiction, and the specific claims will dictate the appropriate court for filing.
Yes, homeowners associations in Nevada can be dissolved. The procedure for dissolving the association may be outlined in the HOA's governing documents, or the board of directors has to approve a motion that will be presented to the members of the organization for a vote.
In 2014, the Nevada Supreme Court held that a homeowner association holds a senior statutory right to foreclose for unpaid dues, wiping out a lender's deed of trust securing its debt. If the lender held a “first” deed of trust, the name became a misnomer.
Yes, homeowners associations in Nevada can be dissolved. The procedure for dissolving the association may be outlined in the HOA's governing documents, or the board of directors has to approve a motion that will be presented to the members of the organization for a vote.
There is no specific cap on the percentage by which HOA fees can increase annually in Nevada; however, increases should be reasonable, and advance notice must be provided to homeowners as specified in the governing documents or state law.
The HOA is not allowed to trespass unto private property unless (a) the HOA has an easement to that property, (b) the HOA has been allowed by the owner to do this, or (c) the covenants associated with deed allow this, but this would normally be in the form of an easement anyhow.
If a homeowner violates community regulations, the board of directors may implement a fine for each infraction up to $100 each totaling a maximum of $1,000. Fines may be higher for infractions that cause serious damage or pose a safety hazard. If an account becomes delinquent, an HOA may place liens on the property.