Election of a board of directors and officers; modification of declaration
- Statute:
- Alabama §35-20-7 · Chapter HOA (Alabama Homeowners' Association Act (Ala. Code §§ 35-20-1 to 35-20-14))
- Topic:
- Governance · Declarant control and elections
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
The declaration or governing documents may provide a period in which the declarant maintains control of the election of the board and officers. After that period the members elect the board. Modification of the declaration follows this section and the instruments.
📄 Read the official text at alison.legislature.state.al.us →
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- What does Alabama §35-20-7 require?
- The declaration or governing documents may provide a period in which the declarant maintains control of the election of the board and officers. After that period the members elect the board. Modification of the declaration follows this section and the instruments.
- Who does Alabama §35-20-7 apply to?
- Alabama §35-20-7 applies to HOA associations in Alabama.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §35-20-7?
- 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 §35-20-7?
- 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 Election of a board of directors and officers; modification of declaration?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Alabama §35-20-7 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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