HOA Laws by State
State laws define an HOA’s authority, procedures, and boundaries. It’s the first place you look when faced with a dilemma.
HOA Explore provides a repository of HOA regulations by state, where board members and homeowners can find information on governance, meetings, homeowner rights, and finances.
Find Your State’s HOA Laws
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
What Do HOA Laws Cover?
State HOA laws address a number of association-related issues. Our guides are designed to impart information on board governance, meetings, association records, finances, rule enforcement, assessment liens, and collections.
Every state is different. What may be legally required in one state may be optional in another. Associations must check the state guide that applies to them.
- Board governance
- Meetings
- Association records
- Finances
- Rule enforcement
- Assessment liens
- Collections
State Laws and Your HOA’s Governing Documents
Both state laws and your association’s governing documents play a role in governance and operations. These define the guiding principles, procedures, and practices that HOAs must adopt.
Reviewing both is necessary. Each one may impose different requirements on how the association operates.
State Laws
State laws may establish HOA legal requirements for board meetings, elections, dues, records, and budgets.
Governing Documents
Meanwhile, an HOA’s governing documents, particularly the CC&Rs and bylaws, provide additional requirements specific to that community.
In some cases, the governing documents may even set stricter standards than homeowners association laws. For example, state law may not require a particular type of board training, while the association’s bylaws require it.
How to Use Your State’s HOA Law Guide
Check the Coverage
Start by checking which types of associations the guide covers. Some laws apply to planned communities or HOAs, while others apply specifically to condominium associations or common types of common interest communities.
Review Official Sources
Use the links provided to review the official statutes and government sources for more detailed information.
Confirm It’s Current
Laws can change, so always check the guide’s review date and confirm that the information is current before relying on it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find my state’s HOA laws?
Select your state from our list of homeowners association laws by state to find a guide.
Where can I check for updates?
Check the official state sources linked in your state guide for recent legislation, amendments, and other updates. You can also review the date on each guide to see when the information was last reviewed.
Are these HOA laws the same in every state?
No. HOA laws vary from state to state, and different types of communities may be governed by different laws even in the same state. Check the guide for your state and association type for more specific information.
Where can I find more information about a specific HOA law?
Start with your state’s HOA law guide. It provides links to official sources and more detailed information on topics covered by that state’s laws. You may also browse our blog for specific topics.
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