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Thrift McLemore has experience in the complex, local, state and federal laws that govern Georgia homeowner associations (HOA) and condominium owners associations (COA). Our attorneys work with these associations to assure that they operate in accordance with all applicable laws and their individual governing documents. Focus on compliance includes assure that HOAs and COAs enforce the requirement that each property owner meets their financial obligations.
Experienced in HOA & COA, our attorneys provide counsel and legal representation on several issues, including but not limited to:
- Covenant Drafting
- Covenant Enforcement
- Amendment and Revision of Governing Documents
- Election Disputes and Recall Petitions
- Debt Collections
- Litigation against the parcel or unit owners, the developer, contractor or vendors
- Arbitration and Mediation
- Legal Opinions and Interpretation of Governing Documents or Georgia Law
- Representation if the HOA or COA is the subject of a lawsuit
Our Aim
Our aim is to assure that our HOA and COA clients confidently operate in compliance with all regulatory requirements. We also provide efficient responses and effective resolutions to issues that may arise during the course of your HOA and COA business processes.
Other real estate services include:
- Property Foreclosures
- Evictions
- Landlord-Tenant Disputes
- Deed Drafting
- Title Claims and Defects
- Quiet Title Actions
Blog Posts about HOA & COA
Understanding The Responsibilities of a Homeowner’s Association in Georgia
In Georgia, maintenance responsibilities in homeowner’s and condominium associations may be governed by the Georgia Property Owners’ Association Act and the Georgia Condominium Act as well as on the terms of the community’s governing documents. Determining liability for repairs is typically fact-specific, requiring a review of the applicable laws and documents.
READ MOREWhat The End of the Eviction Ban Means for Georgia Landlords & Renters
As COVID-19 protections end, Georgia renters may face eviction for nonpayment starting January 1, 2021. The eviction process begins with a demand from the landlord, followed by a summons and the potential for a trial. If the landlord wins at trial, an eviction order is issued; however, a renter may avoid eviction by paying back rent and costs within seven days.
READ MORECOVID-19 and the Moratorium on Dispossessory Actions
The COVID-19 pandemic led to federal and local moratoriums on evictions, primarily through the CARES Act which protected tenants in federally backed housing until August 25, 2020. Landlords facing financial hardship because of the moratoriums received relief through PPP loans and mortgage forbearance options.
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Have a legal question about a HOA & COA? Contact us directly at (678) 882-0830.
