We received the following question relating to disclosure packets and financial updates: Va. Code § 55-509.9 provides that settlement agents may request escrow instructions from the disclosure packet preparer, who would be the association manager in the case of a professionally
Virginia Community Association Law
Virginia’s premier legal blog for condominium and homeowner’s associations
The Virginia Community Association Law blog, published by Gordon & Rees, focuses on legal issues affecting community associations in Virginia. It covers topics such as management contracts, including terms, indemnification, and notice provisions; legal responsibilities and common pitfalls for boards and managers; enforcement of covenants and handling of bankruptcy stays; compliance with Virginia fair housing laws and complaint procedures; and best practices for governance and dispute resolution within community associations. The blog provides guidance on navigating state-specific statutes, contract negotiations, risk management, and regulatory compliance relevant to community associations and their management professionals in Virginia.
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Upcoming Webinar on the Fair Housing Act
On Wednesday, May 19th, LeClairRyan’s Community Association Industry Team will be hosting a free webinar entitled “The Fair Housing Act: Keeping your Community Association in Compliance and Out of Court.” On Wednesday the 19th from noon to 1 P.M. EST,…
The Property Owners’ Association Act and the Condo Act: Be Aware of Subtle Differences
If you serve on the board of directors of a property owners’ association or a condominium association, or are a property manager, you need to ensure that you are looking at the correct law – the Property Owners’ Association Act…
Welcome to the Blog!
Welcome to the Virginia Community Association Legal Blog! LeClairRyan’s Community Association Team is excited to launch this resource that we hope will prove to be valuable to board members of community associations, property managers, developers, lenders, and local governing bodies.…
POA Disclosure Packets Webinar — Q&A Follow-up
Thank you to all those who participated in our March 31stwebinar on POA Disclosure Packets. To follow up, the following are answers to those questions you submitted that were left unanswered at the end of the program. Thank…
Free Seminar by the LeClairRyan Attorneys — April 17th
On April 17, 2010, LeClairRyan’s Community Association Team will be presenting a free seminar in Williamsburg, Virginia, entitled “Advanced Legal Aspects of Community Associations.” We invite you to join attorneys Liz White, Dan Quarles, Megan Scanlon, and…
Upcoming Webinar on POA Disclosure Packets
This Wednesday, March 31st, LeClairRyan’s Community Association Industry Team will be hosting a free webinar entitled “What You Need to Know About Property Owner Association Disclosure Packets.” On Wednesday from noon to 1 P.M. EST, attorneys Lori Schweller and Liz…
Property Listings & Residential Purchase Agreement: How to Check the Right Box
Anyone selling a lot or home that is part of a Property Owners’ Association (POA) is responsible for providing potential lot purchasers with information about the POA, referred as a “disclosure packet.” Sellers rely on their associations to provide…