For information about researching current Fairfax Circuit Court Land Records and Deeds, please visit the Land Records Research Room page or contact the Land Records Division at 703-691-7320 (press 3, then 4) (TTY 711).
General Information - Land Records | Circuit Court The Land Records Division of the Fairfax Circuit Court is located on the third floor of the Fairfax County Courthouse at 4110 Chain Bridge Road in Suite 317. Telephone 703-691-7320 (press 3, then 3) (TTY 711).
A record plat is a plan drawing prepared by a licensed land surveyor or civil engineer that depicts an approved subdivision or assemblage of land and associated easements or restrictions. The record plat must be accompanied by a deed prepared in a form acceptable to the county attorney.
Homeowners can sue a board member of an HOA in Virginia if they believe there has been a violation of the governing documents or state law. Legal action must be based on specific grievances, such as breach of fiduciary duty or failure to follow the association's rules.
For questions or additional information, please contact the Office of the Common Interest Community Ombudsman at (804) 367-2941 or cicombudsman@dpor.virginia.
Many associations have communication channels in place so that homeowners can talk to the board or the community manager about any issues. However, if you wish to file a complaint against your HOA, you can do so with the Office of the Common Interest Community Ombudsman.
HOAs in Virginia have the right to establish reasonable restrictions to maintain property values and ensure uniformity in the community. If a community member violates its rules and regulations, an HOA may impose a fine. In Virginia, a HOA can punish a homeowner for breaking its regulations.
In Virginia, there are 811,399 housing units governed by homeowner associations. What seems to be driving up the popularity of HOAs and what does this mean for the housing market? Although people often criticize HOAs for their rules and regulations, the advantages they provide lead many to overlook these concerns.