Association records
- Statute:
- Alabama §35-8A-318 · Chapter UCA (Alabama Uniform Condominium Act of 1991 (Ala. Code §§ 35-8A-101 to 35-8A-417))
- Topic:
- Records & Disclosure · Inspection
- Applies to:
- Condo associations
All financial and other records of the association must be reasonably available for examination by any unit owner and the owner's authorized agents. A reasonable copy fee is allowed. Also applies to pre-1991 condos.
📄 Read the official text at alison.legislature.state.al.us →
How SoShiny helps with Association records
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox.
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- What does Alabama §35-8A-318 require?
- All financial and other records of the association must be reasonably available for examination by any unit owner and the owner's authorized agents. A reasonable copy fee is allowed. Also applies to pre-1991 condos.
- Who does Alabama §35-8A-318 apply to?
- Alabama §35-8A-318 applies to Condo associations in Alabama.
- What happens if our condo doesn't comply with §35-8A-318?
- 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-318?
- 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 Association records?
- SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Alabama §35-8A-318 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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