– The law mandates that inium associations and cooperatives must conduct periodic structural inspections of their buildings. The frequency and scope of these inspections are outlined in the legislation, considering factors such as the age and size of the inium complex.
The provisions of the "inium Act," P.L. 1969, c. 257 (C. B-1 et seq.)
Under the law, owners of covered buildings are responsible for ensuring their buildings receive structural inspections by deadlines that vary depending upon the date on which the Certificate of Occupancy was issued. This would be performed by a licensed New Jersey engineer.
The bylaws must conform to the New Jersey inium Act. It's important to note that the Department of Community Affairs does not regulate all aspects of condo life: Instead, the DCA enforces certain provisions of the inium Act, including open public meeting requirements and dispute resolution procedures.
If your association does not have a procedure, you may file a complaint with the Association Regulation unit by filling in a 'Common Interest Community Association Complaint' form and send it, along with the appropriate supporting documentation, to the Association Regulation unit.
The provisions of the "inium Act," P.L. 1969, c. 257 (C. B-1 et seq.)
Inium associations in New Jersey are governed by the New Jersey inium Act and certain provisions enforced by the Association Regulation Unit in the Department of Community Affairs. The Act outlines the creation, alteration, management, and termination of inium entities.
In general, homeowners can request HOA documents that cover the following: Governing documents, including the CC&Rs, bylaws, articles of incorporation, community plat, and operating rules; All board and membership meeting minutes and notices; Membership lists; All insurance policies of the association;