Conveyance or encumbrance of common elements
- Statute:
- Alabama §35-8A-312 · Chapter UCA (Alabama Uniform Condominium Act of 1991 (Ala. Code §§ 35-8A-101 to 35-8A-417))
- Topic:
- Ownership · Selling common elements
- Applies to:
- Condo associations
Portions of the common elements may be conveyed or subjected to a security interest by the association if persons entitled to cast at least 80 percent of the votes (including 80 percent of the votes allocated to units not owned by a declarant) agree, unless the declaration requires more.
📄 Read the official text at alison.legislature.state.al.us →
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- What does Alabama §35-8A-312 require?
- Portions of the common elements may be conveyed or subjected to a security interest by the association if persons entitled to cast at least 80 percent of the votes (including 80 percent of the votes allocated to units not owned by a declarant) agree, unless the declaration requires more.
- Who does Alabama §35-8A-312 apply to?
- Alabama §35-8A-312 applies to Condo associations in Alabama.
- What happens if our condo doesn't comply with §35-8A-312?
- 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-312?
- 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 Conveyance or encumbrance of common elements?
- 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 §35-8A-312 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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