On May 12, 2020., Georgia Governor Brian Kemp issued the attached Executive Order entitled “Reviving a Healthy Georgia” (the “Order”) which includes requirements regarding the operation of community associations and their facilities. The Order is effective from May 14, 2020 through May 31, 2020. As associations look at potentially reopening amenities and common areas, including pools, it is essential that associations comply with this Order. The Order provides that any person who...
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This special edition features an article about the recent “Stay at Home” order mandated by Governor Kemp, and whether or not common areas and amenities should remain open (by Cynthia C. Hodge), an article discussing collection of assessments during the time of COVID-19 (by Stephen A. Finamore), and an article about conducting association meetings and the option of virtual meetings (by Cynthia C. Hodge). Community Matters is published on our website on a quarterly basis, and if you would...
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The Winter 2020 edition features an article about planning goals for your community (by Elina Brim), an article discussing accommodations for assistance animals (by Paschal Glavinos), and an article about collections during short sales (by Kyle Jones). Community Matters is published on our website on a quarterly basis, and if you would like hard copies, we can make those available for you as well. Thank you! Download Community...
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The Fall 2019 edition features an article about recovery of excess funds (by Stephen Finamore), an article discussing a recent leasing amendment prevailing in appellate court (by Cynthia Hodge), and an article about association reserve studies (by David C. Boy). Community Matters is published on our website on a quarterly basis, and if you would like hard copies, we can make those available for you as well. Thank you! Download Community...
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The Summer 2019 edition features an article about insurance claims in a condominium (by Brendan Hunter), an article discussing the settlement of collection matters (by Harrison Woodworth), and an article about the dos and don'ts of covenant enforcement in bankruptcy (by Daniel E. Melchi). Community Matters is published on our website on a quarterly basis, and if you would like hard copies, we can make those available for you as well. Thank you! Download Community...
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