Allocation of and liability for common expenses; how assessments made
- Statute:
- Georgia §44-3-80 · Article GCA (Georgia Condominium Act (O.C.G.A. §§ 44-3-70 to 44-3-117))
- Topic:
- Assessments · How assessments are levied
- Applies to:
- Condo associations
Limited-common-element costs are specially assessed to the assigned unit(s) unless the instruments say otherwise. Other common expenses follow the declaration's allocation. On declarations recorded on or after 1 July 2015, a special assessment over one-sixth of the unit's annual assessment needs a majority of unit owners, and a monthly-fee increase above CPI may be disapproved by a majority of the association vote.
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- What does Georgia §44-3-80 require?
- Limited-common-element costs are specially assessed to the assigned unit(s) unless the instruments say otherwise. Other common expenses follow the declaration's allocation. On declarations recorded on or after 1 July 2015, a special assessment over one-sixth of the unit's annual assessment needs a majority of unit owners, and a monthly-fee increase above CPI may be disapproved by a majority of the association vote.
- Who does Georgia §44-3-80 apply to?
- Georgia §44-3-80 applies to Condo associations in Georgia.
- What happens if our condo doesn't comply with §44-3-80?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Georgia community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Georgia §44-3-80?
- The official text is published by the Georgia General Assembly at legis.ga.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Allocation of and liability for common expenses; how assessments made?
- 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 Georgia §44-3-80 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Georgia-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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