Colorado Homeowners Association Law

Discussion of legal issues that commonly arise for homeowner associations and advice about how to handle them.

Author: Mark K. Payne, Suzanne M. Leff , Laurence B. Leff and Stan V. Jezierski practice at Winzenburg Leff Purvis & Payne in Denver.

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Recent Posts from Colorado Homeowners Association Law

New Resource Concerning Alternative Energy Devices
The Governor’s Energy Office has launched an informational site about the recent Colorado legislation supporting homeowner installation of alternative energy devices. You can access the information here.
Who is Responsible for Assessments
We have received many questions regarding when a homeowner’s obligation to pay assessments terminates as a result of being in or having completed a divorce, bankruptcy or foreclosure proceeding. The quick answer is that an owner…
Clearing the Air: Dealing with Second-hand Smoke
Open windows during the warmer months of the year allow you to experience the fresh, Colorado air. But sometimes that air is not so fresh. Second-hand tobacco smoke can make its way into your home,…
Community Association 101
Sometimes we get inquires from owners and managers unfamiliar with Colorado law addressing homeowners associations. This article is intended as an introduction to the field of community association law in Colorado. Feel free to contact one…
Hearing Due Process - Now What?
Our legislature continues to tinker with the responsible governance policies made mandatory several years ago. This year Governor Ritter signed H.B. 1135 which amends Section 209.5 of the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (CCIOA).…
Greening Your Community Association
"Going green" seems all the rage these days. From the cover of Newsweek, to hybrid vehicles, to Al Gore and the bevy of eco-friendly products at the local retail store, the push for consumer products…
New Legislation Supports Homeowner Use of Alternative Energy Devices
Governor Ritter signed HB 1270 into law on Thursday, April 24, 2008. This new legislation amends C.R.S. 38-30-168, which has prohibited certain restrictions on solar energy devices since the late 1970s, and adds a…
The Paperless Association - Myth or Reality?
The migration away from paper products is a hot trend these days. The benefits of such a move for a homeowners association are clear - not only does it save trees, it also saves money…
A Condominium Map for Directions? Who Needs One?
The male gender of our species is often accused of failing to stop and ask directions, sometimes creating a fair amount of discord, particularly when being directionally challenged. Likewise, we are accused of failing…
Update on Legislation Affecting Community Associations: Board Actions without Meeting
On March 3, 2008, the Colorado General Assembly sent this legislative session’s first piece of legislation impacting Colorado community associations to Governor Ritter for signing. Upon enactment, House Bill 08-1089 will amend the Colorado Revised…