Question:
Can an HOA sub association bring a suit against the master association? The Master’s board has a proposal on the table to put 4 pickleball courts adjacent to our sub association. I am pleading to deaf ears for them to reconsider, but I may have to go to a legal path for relief. Ideas?
– John
Answer:
Hi John,
It’s generally best to pursue other options before proceeding with legal action. First, make sure to exhaust all channels of communication with the master association, including mail, email, calls, and other forms of contact. The associations can also engage in dispute resolution mechanisms like arbitration and mediation. If this fails, the association may also opt to remove the problem board member(s) by a vote of the lot owners.
If no other option is viable, sub and master associations can engage in litigation, but some governing documents may have certain requirements regarding dispute resolution before associations can proceed with legal action. For example, the governing documents may require associations to go through dispute resolution proceedings before engaging in litigation. Make sure to review the governing documents first. For further guidance, kindly consult a lawyer.
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