California §4041

Member contact information

Statute:
California §4041 · Chapter CIV-1 (Davis-Stirling Act Ch. 1 — General Provisions)
Topic:
Member Rights · Contact information
Applies to:
HOA associations

Members must give the association an annual written notice of a mailing address and, optionally, an email. If they don't, the last known address in the association's records is used.

contact; mailing address; email; annual; 4041

📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →

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Frequently asked

What does California §4041 require?
Members must give the association an annual written notice of a mailing address and, optionally, an email. If they don't, the last known address in the association's records is used.
Who does California §4041 apply to?
California §4041 applies to HOA associations in California.
What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §4041?
Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for California community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of California §4041?
The official text is published by the California Legislature at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Member contact information?
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §4041 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a California-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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