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April 2025

Illinois Appellate Court Decision Reinforces Condo Association’s Right to Assess Deductible After Fire Damage Illinois condominium associations can be placed in the difficult position of balancing equitable treatment of unit owners with fiscal responsibility following unexpected damage to the property. A recent decision by the Illinois

Illinois Court Decision Supports HOA Authority Over Common Area and Lake Access If you are a board member of a lake community association in Illinois, you have likely faced the challenge of balancing owner enjoyment with protecting the shared use of the lake. But what happens

Enforcing HOA Rules in Illinois: Are Unrecorded Regulations Valid? In community associations, there is often a tension between a property owner’s desire to keep and maintain their lot in the manner that they see fit and the community’s desire, acting through a community association, to preserve

How to Combine Condominium Units Under the Illinois Condominium Property Act (765 ILCS 605/29 and 765 ILCS 605/31): What Every Unit Owner and Board Needs to Know As property values rise and unit owners look for ways to customize their living space, combining adjacent condominium units

Vendor Contract Essentials: How Community Associations Can Avoid Costly Mistakes As spring approaches, community association boards are gearing up to tackle long-awaited projects—from landscaping improvements to major repairs. While selecting the right vendor is a critical first step, having a well-structured contract and a strong management

Illinois Appellate Court Decision Demonstrates Illinois Condominium Associations Must Follow Strict Legal Procedures for Board Meetings, Voting, and Governance Illinois condominium boards often overlook minor procedural details—until a lawsuit forces costly reversals. A recent Illinois appellate court case underscores why compliance with governing documents is critical