Mountain Communities
Beautiful landscapes, breathtaking views, peace and quiet - well almost. There is more to a mountain association than panoramic views. Associations located in mountain communities face similar issues that most community associations face yet there are some unique differences related to their location.
"But I Don't Live Here Year Round . . ."
For a large number of homeowners in mountain communities, this home is a second home or investment property and not their primary residence. For a manager or board member of the associations designated to maintain the well being of these properties dealing with absentee members is one of the key obstacles to getting things accomplished in the community.
In addition, the location of mountain communities presents maintenance issues that other associations may not have to tackle.
At HindmanSanchez we understand the uniqueness of the issues facing these associations. We have a team of attorneys with the knowledge and expertise needed to assist your association with the following:
"But I Don't Live Here Year Round . . ."
For a large number of homeowners in mountain communities, this home is a second home or investment property and not their primary residence. For a manager or board member of the associations designated to maintain the well being of these properties dealing with absentee members is one of the key obstacles to getting things accomplished in the community.
In addition, the location of mountain communities presents maintenance issues that other associations may not have to tackle.
At HindmanSanchez we understand the uniqueness of the issues facing these associations. We have a team of attorneys with the knowledge and expertise needed to assist your association with the following:
- Answering day-to-day questions regarding operational, governance, practical, and legal issues.
- Reviewing and drafting contracts for the maintenance, repair, and operation of the community.
- Amending governing documents to eliminate obsolete provisions and to modernize the documents so to conform with the current needs of the community.
- Addressing maintenance and repair issues and identifying whether the association or owner is responsible. This analysis includes distinguishing between those repairs that can be done by the board acting alone and those that require unit owner approval.
- Assisting the board of directors on fiscal matters, such as budgeting, levying special assessments, and establishing reserves.
- Reviewing loan documents and arranging sources of financing for repairs, capital improvements, and other projects.
- Providing legal counsel regarding board member fiduciary duties and safeguards to reduce your risk of liability.
- Election challenges, use of proxies.
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