Who does Georgia §44-3-223 apply to?

Georgia §44-3-223 applies to HOA associations in Georgia.

What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §44-3-223?

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 §44-3-223?

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.

Georgia §44-3-223

Compliance with provisions of instrument and with rules and regulations; penalties for noncompliance

Statute:: Georgia §44-3-223 · Article POA (Georgia Property Owners' Association Act (opt-in) (O.C.G.A. §§ 44-3-220 to 44-3-235))
Topic:: Enforcement · Fines and suspension
Applies to:: HOA associations

Lot owners and occupants must follow the instrument, lawful bylaws, and reasonable rules that have been provided to them. After the instrument's notice — or 10 days' written notice if it is silent — the association may seek injunctive relief without exhausting other remedies. If the instrument allows, it may fine (fines do not take voting rights), suspend voting for unpaid regular and special assessments, and suspend amenity use, but it cannot cut off access to the lot or the right to vote in board elections because of unpaid fines. Only communities that elected into this Act have these statutory tools.

fines; voting rights; suspension; ten days; injunctive relief; access

📄 Read the official text at legis.ga.gov →

How SoShiny helps with Compliance with provisions of instrument and with rules and regulations; penalties for noncompliance

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Frequently asked

What does Georgia §44-3-223 require?: Lot owners and occupants must follow the instrument, lawful bylaws, and reasonable rules that have been provided to them. After the instrument's notice — or 10 days' written notice if it is silent — the association may seek injunctive relief without exhausting other remedies. If the instrument allows, it may fine (fines do not take voting rights), suspend voting for unpaid regular and special assessments, and suspend amenity use, but it cannot cut off access to the lot or the right to vote in board elections because of unpaid fines.
Who does Georgia §44-3-223 apply to?: Georgia §44-3-223 applies to HOA associations in Georgia.
What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §44-3-223?: 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 §44-3-223?: 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 Compliance with provisions of instrument and with rules and regulations; penalties for noncompliance?: 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 §44-3-223 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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