California §7911

Sale of assets

Statute:
California §7911 · Chapter CORP (Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Governance & Powers · Selling the property
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

A sale, lease, or other disposition of all or substantially all of the corporation's assets, other than in the usual course of business, requires board approval and the approval of the members. For a CID this is the corporate-law companion to selling the common area.

sale of assets; 7911; members; 50 percent

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Frequently asked

What does California §7911 require?
A sale, lease, or other disposition of all or substantially all of the corporation's assets, other than in the usual course of business, requires board approval and the approval of the members. For a CID this is the corporate-law companion to selling the common area.
Who does California §7911 apply to?
California §7911 applies to Nonprofit associations in California.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §7911?
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 §7911?
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 Sale of assets?
SoShiny stores your bylaws and governing documents in a searchable library with role-based access, so the board sees one thing and members see another. Every edit is timestamped in the audit log — the documentation Florida regulators and a court expect when a board action is later questioned. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §7911 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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