When anyone brings up the housing crisis in California, one of the major concerns for people is water availability for new homes. It's not a secret that the Golden State has had severe drought problems, and there's only so much water available. But, that may not be...
There are two competing interests in the California real estate market. They are corporate investment companies purchasing foreclosed homes to create rental income and housing advocates opposing that trend. A new initiative by California may disrupt this national...
“Regulatory overreach” is one of those terms that laypeople and casual observers consider a stretch. Often claims of overreach extend to licensing requirements or limits on new developments. Then there are stories of the California Coastal Commission (CCC) ordering...
In the last two weeks, we reviewed the California housing crisis and the steps that municipalities can take to resolve it. This week we want to speak to real estate developers on how these investments can benefit their portfolio. The case for developing low-income...
If you live in a community governed by an HOA and you are the owner of the property (separate interest), the State Legislature wants to make sure you receive the notices from your HOA. To accomplish that legislative goal Civil Code § 4041 was adopted and...
Community Associations or Homeowners Associations for many years have prohibited outdoor drying of laundry. The intent of the Associations and owners of multifamily properties was to maintain the aesthetics of the property for everyone's benefit. The California...
New California Swimming Pool regulations for pools located in community associations with 25 or more units went into effect on January 1, 2016. The new law requires: 1.Pools and jacuzzis must be performed daily. This requirement will increase most Associations'...