Homeowners' Associations in New York, or otherwise known as Common Interest Communities, are regulated by the Attorney General's office and must be set up as non-profit organizations. They are governed by NY Not-For-Profit Corporation Law, the Association's Articles of Declaration, and Bylaws.
Good Cause Eviction is a New York State law that went into effect on April 20, 2024. It gives some tenants of unregulated (also known as “market rate”) homes in New York City new protections.
The New York State Eviction Moratorium that allowed tenants to file a hardship declaration to stop their eviction expired on January 15, 2022. Landlords are now allowed to serve court papers and the courts will be resuming eviction proceedings even if you filed a hardship declaration.
Key Takeaways: HOAs Cannot Directly Evict Tenants – While HOAs enforce rules and maintain community standards, they cannot directly evict tenants. However, rule violations, unpaid fees, or legal actions initiated by the HOA can impact the property owner, potentially leading to eviction through the landlord.
To comply with New York law, there are three primary pathways to establish an HOA: obtaining a no-action letter under 13 NYCRR Section 22.8, utilizing the Cooperative Policy Statement No. 7 (CPS-7), or filing an offering plan pursuant to 13 NYCRR Part 22 (Part 22).
HOA Fees and Assessments Homeowners associations levy HOA fees to cover common expenses. These fees are typically set annually and can change based on the association's budget and financial needs. They fund everyday operations, maintenance, and reserves for future expenses.
No, there is not a way to ``leave the HOA'' without moving. The HOA covenants are tied to the property permanently.
Code § 4160.) The majority of the rights granted to members under the association's governing documents or the Davis-Stirling Act therefore do not extend to renters, nor may they be validly transferred to renters.
Key Takeaways: HOAs Cannot Directly Evict Tenants – While HOAs enforce rules and maintain community standards, they cannot directly evict tenants. However, rule violations, unpaid fees, or legal actions initiated by the HOA can impact the property owner, potentially leading to eviction through the landlord.
Renters and landlords can both thrive in the HOA environment. While renters enjoy many of the same benefits as other residents, they must also abide by the same standards and responsibilities.