If an association is a non-profit, as is the case with most Ohio associations, it it will be governed by the Ohio Nonprofit Corporation Law. Visit the Ohio Secretary of State to search an association's corporate status, and view the articles of incorporation.
3 Types of HOA Fiduciary Duty The Duty of Care. The duty of care states that HOA board members must make informed decisions when voting on community matters. The Duty of Loyalty. The duty of loyalty declares. The Duty to Act Within the Scope of Authority. Budgeting, Assessments, and Accounting. Uniform Enforcement of Rules.
The provisions of the "inium Act," P.L. 1969, c. 257 (C. B-1 et seq.)
Budgeting for reserve contributions Ohio inium law requires associations to adopt and amend budgets for revenues, expenditures, and reserves in an amount sufficient to repair and replace major capital items without the need for special assessments.
Ohio HOA's are required to organize as nonprofit corporations. O.R.C. §5312.03(B). Thus, with regard to its organizational structure and general management, an association is subject to the authority of the Ohio Secretary of State.
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.
HOAs in Ohio are granted powers to enforce community rules, collect dues, and maintain common areas. They can also impose fines for non-compliance and set regulations for property use. For a detailed breakdown, refer to the Ohio Planned Community Law.
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has weighed in by requiring approved inium projects to have at least 10% of the annual operating budget set aside for reserves. However, that percentage is arbitrary and is usually never enough for an association that has to paint and replace roofs.