Our initial scan found 3 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 1 public PDF on Lost River HOA’s website against current North Dakota and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
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Association Bylaws · Article III, Section 3.2 · Page 1
Setting 15-year director terms exceeds the maximum 10-year statutory term limit under the North Dakota Nonprofit Corporation Act.
Operative Clause · Article III, Section 3.2 (Page 1)
“Term of Directors and Perpetual Holdover — Directors appointed or elected to the Board shall serve for terms of fifteen (15) years without necessity of holding annual or regular membership elections.”
Why It’s Flagged
N.D.C.C. § 10-33-30
Under N.D.C.C. § 10-33-30(1), a director of a North Dakota nonprofit corporation serves for a fixed term specified in the articles or bylaws that may not exceed 10 years.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
Amend Article III, Section 3.2 to conform with N.D.C.C. § 10-33-30 prior to board adoption.
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
2 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
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