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Short-Term Rentals Are a Residential Use in Most Washington Community Associations

Short-Term Rentals Are a Residential Use in Most Washington Community Associations

by Christos Argiannis | Mar 14, 2022 | Articles, Rentals

With the rise of Airbnb and other similar services, more and more homeowners are looking to rent out their property on a short-term basis. Whether a homeowner is allowed to do so is a question that can be answered by reviewing the association’s restrictive covenants...
Don’t Fall Victim To Bad Insurance Coverage

Don’t Fall Victim To Bad Insurance Coverage

by Molly E. Mueller | Nov 23, 2021 | Articles, Insurance Coverage

Have you recently purchased a condominium?  Or perhaps you have owned and resided in a condominium for years?  Or maybe you own the condominium, but you rent it out to a tenant?  Whatever your personal situation may be, it is important that you protect your...
Fair Housing Laws, Disabilities, And Associations

Fair Housing Laws, Disabilities, And Associations

by Christos Argiannis | Sep 30, 2021 | Articles, Real Estate Law

42 U.S.C. 3604 (Section 804 of the Fair Housing Act) applies to Homeowners’ Associations and Condominium Owners’ Associations.  42 U.S.C. 3604 states, in pertinent part: It shall be unlawful … to discriminate against any person in … the provision of services or...
Adverse Possession And Open Space

Adverse Possession And Open Space

by Christos Argiannis | Aug 4, 2021 | Articles, Real Estate Law

Adverse Possession has long been part of the common law in our state and across the country.  A person may gain ownership of real property pursuant to the doctrine of adverse possession, based on use of another’s property. The use must be: Open and Notorious Actual...
Upstairs/Downstairs: Living Floor-To-Ceiling in Community Associations

Upstairs/Downstairs: Living Floor-To-Ceiling in Community Associations

by Michael Brandt | Jun 25, 2021 | Articles

Hard Surface Flooring Hard flooring can be beautiful and easier to maintain than carpet.  However, the impact on downstairs neighbors must be recognized.   There are Association and legal requirements to address when considering hard flooring installation and...
Updated Hud Guidelines Regarding Service And Support Animals And The Reasonable Accommodation Request In Condominium Associations And Homeowners Associations

Updated Hud Guidelines Regarding Service And Support Animals And The Reasonable Accommodation Request In Condominium Associations And Homeowners Associations

by Molly E. Mueller | May 20, 2021 | Articles, Condominium Law

On January 28, 2020, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued long-await updated guidelines to housing authorities, such as condominium associations and homeowners associations, related to service animals, support animals, and reasonable...
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