This issue explores several important legal and operational challenges facing community associations, beginning with a recent Georgia Court of Appeals decision analyzed by Cynthia C. Hodge, Esq., which clarifies the limits of “covenant not to sue” provisions and underscores the importance of careful, good-faith architectural review processes, particularly in disputes involving solar panel installations. Turning next to enforcement practices, Elina V. Brim, Esq., examines how inspections,...
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The Fall 2025 edition features an article discussing Committees playing a crucial role in the efficient governance of homeowners and condominium associations by allowing boards to delegate tasks, engage members, and prepare future leaders. Under Georgia law, associations may form various committees—such as Architectural Control, Finance, or Social Committees—but must now include at least one current director on each committee due to a 2023 legal amendment. Clear committee charters...
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The Summer 2025 edition features an article delving into Community associations often relying on third-party vendors for essential services, but poorly drafted contracts can expose them to significant risks. Common issues include missing key terms, vague scopes of work, unenforceable sales promises, unfair liability limitations, one-sided indemnification clauses, and weak termination provisions. To protect the association, contracts should be clearly written, carefully negotiated, and reviewed...
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Join us for the 2025 Board Boot Camp, a complimentary community association seminar on Saturday, August 16, 2025 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Board Boot Camp is back! Our firm’s annual Board Boot Camp will be on the morning of Saturday, August 16, 2025. This is a complimentary community association seminar open to all board members (regardless of whether your association is a client) and property managers. This year’s Board Boot Camp is called HOA Aches and Pains – What Ails You? covering...
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Lueder, Larkin & Hunter is proud to announce that attorney Thua G. Barlay has been elected to a leadership position within the Real Property Law Section of the State Bar of Georgia — the largest section of the State Bar, representing more than 3,100 attorney members across Georgia. The Real Property Section is dedicated to educating and providing up-to-date resources for commercial and residential practitioners. Thua will serve as Secretary-Treasurer for the 2025–26 Bar...
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