Ways For The HOA Board To Remain Unbiased During Campaign Season

Political views of residents in a homeowners association are usually shown by posting yard signs of the candidate who they support.  Before posting signs, every homeowner needs to ensure they follow the rules of the association by knowing the political sign restrictions.

 

While the HOA board and the homeowner association website should follow the CC&R’s of the association and have a neutral bias.  Has your homeowners association chosen a side this campaign season or have they remained unbiased?

 

 

The presidential race this year is heating up and each vote counts so all homeowners are encouraged to vote.  However, the HOA board must follow the CC&R’s and not show their political interest or take the side of a candidate.  This keeps political debates from getting out of control.  Regardless of political views, the board has a duty to inform each homeowner of the HOA rules and the consequences if they aren’t followed. 

 

Additionally, board members must know exactly what the rules say so they are prepared to handle any issues in the association.  If the CC&Rs are contrary to the law then the law takes priority over the CC&R’s.  Members may suggest measures worth supporting that affect the homeowners association.  During an election, there may be times of doubt so it’s always a good idea to consult with an attorney on those matters.

 

 

Residents are informed about matters in the homeowners association in a variety of ways but the homeowner association website keeps residents the most up-to-date.  Information posted on the homeowner association website should always be politically unbiased and address the concerns of homeowners.  Homeowners also have a right to post political signs in their yard to show support for a candidate as long as they adhere to the HOA rules.