HOA owners in Nevada, understanding how anti-SLAPP laws work can be a valuable tool in protecting free speech.

Nevada, state law requires mediation or alternative dispute resolution (ADR) before a homeowner can file a civil lawsuit involving disputes with a homeowners' association (HOA). This law is aimed at reducing court congestion and encouraging resolution through less adversarial means. Whether it does or not is matter of dispute.

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.

How owners can comment on proposed Nevada legislation

Origins of HOAs and why they are so controversial- power, control, property rights, legal disputes- mixed opinions

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

A toxic combination of unengaged homeowners, deep pocket special interests, and a blind eye regulator has led Nevada legislators to prefer a root canal over working on HOA legislative reforms. My reasons, if not fixed, HOAs may no longer be a "good" idea.

The “quasi-governmental” nature of homeowner associations (HOAs) is one of the most important and controversial aspects surrounding HOAs. Legislation is needed

NRED does not monitor developer control. Let's work together to make HOA owner voices heard.

Expanding private enforcement of HOA laws threatens judicial fairness, raises costs, and undermines public oversight in Nevada.

How declarant control of an HOA is determined and effectively be indefinite

A developer can effectively control an HOA indefinitely- even after the end of the "Declarant's Control Period"

Much confusion and misinformation exist around developer control of HOAs and the now infamous legislation, AB 192 (2015).   First, it is...

Does your HOA contribute to CAI (Community Association Institute)? If you don't know, you should.

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.