Bylaws state when the meetings of the association are held. Standing rules tell where and what time association meetings are held, and when executive board meetings are held. Bylaws give the primary responsibilities of officers and chairmen. Standing rules give the specifics.
Like CC&Rs, Bylaws are difficult to change, as they too require a vote by the membership to amend. Your community's Rules & Regulations are a catch-all for the things that aren't covered in the Bylaws or CC&Rs.
10 steps for writing bylaws for an association Research. Form a committee. Create the structure. Outline your organization's key roles and responsibilities. Establish your meeting rules. Define your membership. Address finances. Outline the amendment process.