Applicability of chapter
- Statute:
- Alabama §35-20-3 · Chapter HOA (Alabama Homeowners' Association Act (Ala. Code §§ 35-20-1 to 35-20-14))
- Topic:
- General · Application
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
This chapter applies to developments whose declaration providing for an HOA is recorded on or after January 1, 2016, and to an older association that elects in by a majority of its members. It does not apply to commercial or other nonresidential developments, any association regulated under Chapter 8 or 8A (condos), or a real-estate cooperative, time-share, or campground. An older residential HOA that has not opted in runs on its recorded declaration and general corporate law.
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- What does Alabama §35-20-3 require?
- This chapter applies to developments whose declaration providing for an HOA is recorded on or after January 1, 2016, and to an older association that elects in by a majority of its members. It does not apply to commercial or other nonresidential developments, any association regulated under Chapter 8 or 8A (condos), or a real-estate cooperative, time-share, or campground. An older residential HOA that has not opted in runs on its recorded declaration and general corporate law.
- Who does Alabama §35-20-3 apply to?
- Alabama §35-20-3 applies to HOA associations in Alabama.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §35-20-3?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Alabama community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Alabama §35-20-3?
- The official text is published by the Alabama Legislature at alison.legislature.state.al.us. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Applicability of chapter?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one — every feature is included on every plan, with no add-ons or per-document fees. Start your community free and run it the way the statutes expect. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Alabama §35-20-3 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Alabama-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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