Community associations frequently face difficult decisions when unit owners or occupants violate restrictions in their governing documents. One common question is whether a community association must first conduct a hearing before filing a lawsuit to enforce its governing documents. The Illinois Appellate Court addressed this
Illinois Court Rules Condo Parking Space Not a Limited Common Element Parking disputes can be an issue for community associations. Unit owners may believe that long-standing practices, informal arrangements, or even representations made at the time of purchase give them certain parking rights. In 334 Barry
What does it cost an Illinois condominium association to collect unpaid assessments? The answer depends on several factors, including the declaration, the bylaws, the unit owner’s willingness to cooperate, whether the case goes to court, and how far it proceeds in court. Fortunately, many Illinois condominium
Security cameras, particularly Ring Doorbells, and other video recording devices are becoming increasingly common. As this technology has evolved through the years, Illinois community associations are seeing an uptick in surveillance and security camera usage. Although this technology can bring peace of mind to individual
Illinois Condo Board Leasing Rules Invalid If They Conflict With Declaration Members within a condominium association often question whether a condominium association’s board of directors can adopt a rule that directly conflicts with the association’s declaration. The question often arises when a condo board seeks to
2025–2026 Illinois Condo & HOA Legislative Update As the Illinois state legislature prepares to complete the 2025-2026 legislative session, Illinois community association boards must stay ahead of the evolving legal landscape. Illinois lawmakers are increasingly focused on improving community association governance, financial transparency, and individual rights
