HOAs may ask homeowners to do something or keep you from doing something not officially covered in the CC&Rs. In such cases, homeowners may want to take legal action against the HOA by filing a lawsuit.
Homeowners in Washington State can file complaints against their HOA through the Washington Human Rights Commission if they believe their rights have been violated. Complaints can also be directed to local courts for disputes over covenant enforcement, with the process defined under the applicable state statutes.
The local law supersedes the rules and regulations of the HOA, meaning that HOAs must ensure they are operating under the law.
HOA governing documents are public record in Washington. An HOA must record its governing documents with the county land records to be enforceable.
Homeowners in Washington State can file complaints against their HOA through the Washington Human Rights Commission if they believe their rights have been violated. Complaints can also be directed to local courts for disputes over covenant enforcement, with the process defined under the applicable state statutes.
Typically, an HOA board must send adequate notice to members of the vote for dissolution. The members will then vote using the method/s that state laws and the bylaws allow. If the vote passes, then the HOA will dissolve.
Homeowners' associations in Washington are governed by the WUCIOA. This act applies to all common interest communities, including planned developments and iniums.
To create a homeowners' association, the initial board of directors or declarant must draft and adopt a community declaration. The declaration will include all the rules and regulations set forth by the association along with a map of all property within the community.
Washington Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (WUCIOA) Homeowners' associations in Washington are governed by the WUCIOA.