HOA Law by State
Understand the Rules Your HOA Must Follow
FreeHOA is free HOA management software, not a law firm — but every board member and homeowner deserves to know the basics before a disagreement turns into a dispute. Here's the general shape of HOA law, plus a state-by-state starting point.
What HOA law generally covers
Assessments & fees
How much your HOA can charge, how often, and what happens if a payment is missed.
Meetings & voting
Notice requirements, quorum rules, and how owners get a say in association decisions.
Board elections
Who can serve, how elections are run, and how often the board turns over.
Rule enforcement & fines
What due process an HOA owes you before issuing a fine or penalty.
Foreclosure rights
Whether — and how — an association can place a lien on or foreclose a home over unpaid dues.
Records & disclosure
What financial and governance records owners are entitled to see, and how to request them.