Our initial scan found 6 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 1 public PDF on High Forest Ranch HOA’s website against current Colorado and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
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Community Rules, Architectural & Enforcement Policies · Sec. Design Guidelines (Updated August 2017), Section IV · Page 1
Flag or flagpole restriction fails to include statutory exemption for the United States flag under the Freedom to Display the American Flag Act.
Operative Clause · Sec. Design Guidelines (Updated August 2017), Section IV (Page 1)
“Signs, Flags, and Rooftop Equipment Restrictions — No signs, billboards, or advertising devices of any nature except approved address markers and builder/real estate signs meeting Design Review Committee…”
Why It’s Flagged
Freedom to Display the American Flag Act (4 U.S.C. § 5 Note) & Fla. Stat. § 720.304(2) / § 718.113(4)
The federal Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005 (4 U.S.C. § 5 Note, Pub. L. 109-243) and applicable state statutes prohibit community associations from adopting or enforcing any policy that prevents a member from displaying the flag of the United States on residential property to which the member has a separate ownership interest or right to exclusive possession or use.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
In accordance with the Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005 (4 U.S.C. § 5 Note) and applicable state law, any homeowner may respectfully display the official United States flag on residential property under their ownership or exclusive use.
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
5 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
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Assessment Collection & Mandatory Pre-Lien Notice Procedure Gap
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