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Nevada HOA Laws
NRS 116, NAC 116,
Taming the beast that is HOAs- the CIC Task Force?
CIC Task Force reinstituted per SB 392(2019) holds potential assistance now ignored. Lawmaker attitude echoe a broader, troubling pattern of neglecting HOA issues. Lawmaker disdain will not tame the beast which is HOAs- just the opposite.
May 3, 20253 min read
Why are HOAs even legal?
First is a series on injustices in Nevada HOA laws. Justifications for permitting HOAs. Three justifications exist for the creation of HOAs that permit one's home be subjected to extensive powers affecting its value and quality of life. In theory, all three of the above exists in Nevada. However, it is my position the first two are not satisfactorily addressed in Nevada HOA law today and the third, a tailored and equitable dispute resolution processes is failing due to a cap
Apr 22, 20254 min read
Nevada Real Estate Division does not track declarant control.
NRED does not monitor developer control. Let's work together to make HOA owner voices heard.
Apr 20, 20251 min read
Danger: private regulatory enforcement
Expanding private enforcement of HOA laws threatens judicial fairness, raises costs, and undermines public oversight in Nevada.
Apr 20, 20256 min read
Declarant Control- a little known dark secret #1
How declarant control of an HOA is determined and effectively be indefinite
Apr 20, 20253 min read
Developer control even after "control termination"- Dark secret #2
A developer can effectively control an HOA indefinitely- even after the end of the "Declarant's Control Period"
Apr 20, 20254 min read
Developer Control and the infamous AB 192(2015)
Much confusion and misinformation exist around developer control of HOAs and the now infamous legislation, AB 192 (2015). First, it is...
Apr 20, 20253 min read
A challenge to Nevada’s regulators and legislators- an open letter (written in 2019)
How a good idea, such as HOAs, can be abused by special interests and deep pockets, when homeowners do not stay vigilant, and when representatives generally fail to protect the rights of constituents.
Apr 18, 20255 min read
Thoughts on the NRED complaint process
NRED complaint process is broken and ineffective. The Division is captured.
Apr 18, 20252 min read
"Buyer beware" - Nevada’s Attorney General’s office argues the earth is flat, at least when it involves HOA laws. Why bother with CC&Rs?*
2021 Nevada Supreme Court review of bizarre argument a declarant can change CC&Rs without owner approval.
Apr 17, 202512 min read
Secret HOA Board meetings- "workshops"- Part 1-distance between statutory intent and operational practice
Nevada HOA law (NRS 116) vs Open Meeting Laws. I believe if the board is going to gather to discuss business it should let owners know and allow them to participate - just like all governmental bodies are required to do in Nevada.
Apr 17, 20253 min read
Require HOA's allow licensed child care operations.
OPPOSE without amendment. HOAs are founded on a promise unit owners will able to regulate their communities - but not so fast. Lawmakers are invoking "public interest" to legitimize trendy special interests intervention.
Apr 14, 20252 min read
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