The provisions of the "inium Act," P.L. 1969, c. 257 (C. B-1 et seq.)
– 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.
Once you buy a home that's part of an HOA, you automatically become a member of the HOA. HOA rules are legally binding, and you must adhere to all rules and regulations in the governing document. Yes, there are bylaws that you may not like, but there are no HOA loopholes.
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.
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 provisions of the "inium Act," P.L. 1969, c. 257 (C. B-1 et seq.)
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.