North Carolina §55A-7-01

Annual and regular meetings

Statute:
North Carolina §55A-7-01 · Chapter 55A (North Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act)
Topic:
Meetings & Voting · Annual meeting
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

A corporation that has members with the right to vote for directors must hold an annual membership meeting. Meetings may be in person or by remote communication as §7-09 allows. Chapter 47C / 47F separately require an association annual meeting, so an HOA cannot bylaw-away the annual meeting.

annual meeting; members; remote; 55A-7-09

📄 Read the official text at ncleg.gov →

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Frequently asked

What does North Carolina §55A-7-01 require?
A corporation that has members with the right to vote for directors must hold an annual membership meeting. Meetings may be in person or by remote communication as §7-09 allows. Chapter 47C / 47F separately require an association annual meeting, so an HOA cannot bylaw-away the annual meeting.
Who does North Carolina §55A-7-01 apply to?
North Carolina §55A-7-01 applies to Nonprofit associations in North Carolina.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §55A-7-01?
Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for North Carolina community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of North Carolina §55A-7-01?
The official text is published by the North Carolina General Assembly at ncleg.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Annual and regular meetings?
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 North Carolina §55A-7-01 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a North Carolina-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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