by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Aug 25, 2021 | Advocacy, Community Associations
CAI’s Government and Public Affairs Committee is considering policy reform recommendations that address building inspections, reserve studies, and reserve funding plans in the wake of the devastating collapse of Champlain Tower South condominium in Surfside, Fla., in late June.
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | Aug 12, 2021 | Advocacy, CAI, Government Affairs
CAI is dedicated to building its advocacy capacity at the state and federal level. We need dedicated advocates to engage with elected officials and provide financial support to lobbying efforts. Here are steps you can take today to support our grassroots advocacy efforts.
by Dawn Bauman, CAE | May 19, 2021 | Advocacy, Community Associations
Assistance animals play an important role in the lives of people with disabilities and mental health issues. Knowing what constitutes an assistance animal and laws and regulations that apply to their ownership can help community associations balance individual rights with rules specific to these animals.
by Kiara Candelaria | Jan 19, 2021 | Advocacy, Community Associations
Homeowners associations in California with restrictions on long-term rentals must amend their bylaws to meet the requirements of a newly implemented law. Community association advocates say the statute may infringe on property ownership rights and curtails self-governance.
by Kiara Candelaria | Jan 3, 2020 | Advocacy, Community Associations
Several California laws that became effective Jan. 1 create new requirements for community associations on how elections are held, limit restrictions on accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and redefine when a contractor is considered an employee.
by Kiara Candelaria | Dec 11, 2019 | Advocacy, Community Associations, Events
Development patterns across North America have focused on building infrastructure as an indicator of growth without considering impacts to long-term financial resilience and access to affordable housing options, says engineer Chuck Marohn.