As we revel in the holiday spirit of 2014 and begin to usher in 2015, I'd like to narrow the theme of multiple resolutions to a single message: community associations maintaining a positive attitude extending long past the last glimmer of holiday lights. Can we be so bold to collectively work on expanding tolerance among our communities? read more

The Oregon Condominium Act and the Planned Community Act both require that an association or an adverse owner offer the other an opportunity to use any dispute resolution program available. read more

The key to reducing and resolving disputes between "crazy" homeowners or boards of directors is to rely strictly upon an association's governing documents. A modicum of common sense and reasonableness also go a long way. read more

The key to reducing disputes between the "crazies" (and also rationale) homeowners and boards and managers is to rely strictly upon governing documents and set reasonable expectations. Consistent and uniform enforcement is also important. read more