Van Ness North Cooperative· Washington, District of Columbia
Our initial scan found 6 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 2 public PDFs on Van Ness North Cooperative’s website against current District of Columbia and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
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Association Bylaws · Sec. Bylaw XV / House Rules Appendix · Page 1
Fining clause authorizes the imposition of fines or penalties without prior written notice and an opportunity to be heard before the Executive Board under D.C. Official Code § 42-1903.08(a)(11).
Operative Clause · Sec. Bylaw XV / House Rules Appendix (Page 1)
“Enforcement of House Rules and Summary Fines — In the event of a violation of the House Rules by a Shareholder or occupant, the General Manager may immediately assess a fine against the Shareholder's…”
Why It’s Flagged
D.C. Official Code § 42-1903.08(a)(11)
Under D.C. Official Code § 42-1903.08(a)(11), the unit owners' association may levy a reasonable fine for violation of the condominium instruments or rules and regulations only after notice and an opportunity to be heard.
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Pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 42-1903.08(a)(11), no fine or monetary penalty shall be levied against a Unit Owner unless the Executive Board first provides written notice of the alleged violation and a fair opportunity to be heard before the Executive Board.
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5 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
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Potential Issue Surfaced in Initial Scan
Document
Severity
#2
Official Records Inspection Window & Access Procedure Conflict
Rules & Policies
STATUTORY GAP
#3
Assessment Collection & Mandatory Pre-Lien Notice Procedure Gap
Pet & Assistance Animal Restriction Statutory Exposure
Rules & Policies
HIGH LEGAL RISK
#6
Leasing & Occupancy Rule Hierarchy Conflict
Rules & Policies
HIGH LEGAL RISK
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