Amendment of declaration
- Statute:
- Colorado §217 · Part CCIOA-2 (CCIOA Part 2 — Creation, Alteration, and Termination)
- Topic:
- Governing Documents · Amendment
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
Except for amendments the Act lets the declarant or association make alone, the declaration may be amended only by vote or agreement of unit owners of units to which at least 67 percent of the votes in the association are allocated, or any larger percentage the declaration specifies. The amendment must be recorded in every county where the community sits.
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How SoShiny helps with Amendment of declaration
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- What does Colorado §217 require?
- Except for amendments the Act lets the declarant or association make alone, the declaration may be amended only by vote or agreement of unit owners of units to which at least 67 percent of the votes in the association are allocated, or any larger percentage the declaration specifies. The amendment must be recorded in every county where the community sits.
- Who does Colorado §217 apply to?
- Colorado §217 applies to HOA associations in Colorado.
- What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §217?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Colorado community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Colorado §217?
- The official text is published by the Colorado General Assembly at leg.colorado.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Amendment of declaration?
- 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 Colorado §217 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Colorado-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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