Applicability
- Statute:
- Alabama §35-8A-102 · Chapter UCA (Alabama Uniform Condominium Act of 1991 (Ala. Code §§ 35-8A-101 to 35-8A-417))
- Topic:
- General · Application
- Applies to:
- Condo associations
This chapter applies to every Alabama condominium created after January 1, 1991. A listed set of sections — including variation (§104), titles and tax (§105), local ordinances (§106), eminent domain (§107), declaration validity (§203), unit description (§204), listed association powers, tort/contract liability (§311), the assessment lien (§316), records (§318), resales (§409), and substantial completion (§417) — also applies to older condos created before that date, only as to later events and without invalidating existing instruments. Chapter 8 does not apply to post-1991 condos unless the declaration of a four-or-fewer-unit condo so provides.
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- What does Alabama §35-8A-102 require?
- This chapter applies to every Alabama condominium created after January 1, 1991. A listed set of sections — including variation (§104), titles and tax (§105), local ordinances (§106), eminent domain (§107), declaration validity (§203), unit description (§204), listed association powers, tort/contract liability (§311), the assessment lien (§316), records (§318), resales (§409), and substantial completion (§417) — also applies to older condos created before that date, only as to later events and without invalidating existing instruments. Chapter 8 does not apply to post-1991 condos unless the declaration of a four-or-fewer-unit condo so provides.
- Who does Alabama §35-8A-102 apply to?
- Alabama §35-8A-102 applies to Condo associations in Alabama.
- What happens if our condo doesn't comply with §35-8A-102?
- 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 §35-8A-102?
- 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?
- 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 §35-8A-102 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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