Schools, hospitals and government buildings ban firearms. Why don't more communities do the same?
An otherwise peaceful and playful day this past summer at a southern Illinois homeowners association pool turned ugly when a resident with a history of behavioral problems became offended at a perceived...
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Should Associations Ban Google Glass in Common Areas?
Just when you were getting used to your iPhones, it is time to get ready for the next wave. Smart phones may soon be replaced with smart glasses. Google Glass allows the user to view images called up in the glass...
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“But Jimmy’s got one…”
Tired of hearing phrases like that each time you send a violation letter? Tired of feeling like you are back in grade school? Enforcement of covenants seems to bring out the same questions of fairness we had when we were all children. We want to...
Electric Charge
Electric car use is on the rise, and more states are considering legislation addressing charging stations in associations. What’s at stake? Plugs, power, placement and more.
Linda Campbell finally convinced her homeowners association to let her charge her electric car using an outlet outside her west Denver townhome. Then...
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