Meetings of association
- Statute:
- New Mexico §47-16-17 · Article HOA (New Mexico Homeowner Association Act (NMSA 47-16-1 to 47-16-18))
- Topic:
- Meetings & Voting · Notice and open meetings
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
Hold an annual meeting at least once every 13 months. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the community documents, written notice of the annual meeting (and, for a special meeting, its purpose) goes out electronically, by hand, or by mail not less than 10 and no more than 50 days before the meeting. Board-meeting notice of time, date, and location, plus drafts of proposed policy resolutions, goes to lot owners at least 48 hours in advance unless the documents require longer. All lot owners may attend and speak at open meetings; the board may place reasonable time restrictions. Close a portion only for legal advice, pending or contemplated litigation, or personal, health, or financial information about an individual member, employee, or contractor. Keep written minutes of all association meetings.
📄 Read the official text at nmonesource.com →
How SoShiny helps with Meetings of association
SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements.
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- What does New Mexico §47-16-17 require?
- Hold an annual meeting at least once every 13 months. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in the community documents, written notice of the annual meeting (and, for a special meeting, its purpose) goes out electronically, by hand, or by mail not less than 10 and no more than 50 days before the meeting. Board-meeting notice of time, date, and location, plus drafts of proposed policy resolutions, goes to lot owners at least 48 hours in advance unless the documents require longer.
- Who does New Mexico §47-16-17 apply to?
- New Mexico §47-16-17 applies to HOA associations in New Mexico.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §47-16-17?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for New Mexico community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of New Mexico §47-16-17?
- The official text is published by the New Mexico Legislature at nmonesource.com. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Meetings of association?
- SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of New Mexico §47-16-17 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a New Mexico-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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