On Friday, August 28, Governor Newsom announced that California is moving away from its “watch list” system and shifting to a simplified color-coded set of COVID-19 guidelines for counties to allow the gradual reopening of business and activities. We’d like to briefly summarize this new system for you, and notify you on the latest regarding schools and the workplace. State... Read More

A bill is being considered in the California state legislature that will create significant harm to California’s more than 55,000 common interest developments if passed. Thanks to all our advocates, another harmful bill (AB 3040) is no longer being considered.  AB 3182 places unreasonable restrictions on your association’s ability to enact rental restrictions by creating a one size fits all approach to California... Read More

In accordance with the Governor’s order today, we are advising all associations which have gyms/fitness centers that they should be closed until further notice: Effective July 13, 2020, ALL counties must close indoor operations in these sectors: Dine-in restaurants Wineries and tasting rooms Movie theaters Family entertainment centers (for example: bowling alleys, miniature golf, batting cages and arcades) Zoos and museums Cardrooms Additionally, bars, brewpubs, breweries, and pubs... Read More

Great News! Pools are opening all over Southern California. Big picture, you need to comply with State and County Guidelines.  The State, for the most part, is deferring to the counties, which may presumably modify their Orders based upon the infection rates in their communities. Here are the specifics: State Allows Reopening of Pools A few days ago, we informed you... Read More

We are so excited to inform you that the State Department of Public Health (CDPH) has finally updated its website, removing its prohibition against the opening of public pools (including HOA pools), playgrounds and gyms.   This means that HOAs may begin opening these facilities, but only in accordance with their County/City guidelines. Remember the troublesome CDPH website (https://covid19.ca.gov/roadmap-counties/) which... Read More

Our firm understands that many of our clients are eager to open their pools, and we have been working hard to provide you clarity because of all the confusion generated by the conflicting information the State Department of Public Health (CDPH) and some counties are providing.   We are disappointed to share with you this new development regarding HOA pools. We... Read More

We are excited to inform you of a very positive development regarding swimming pools.  As you may be aware, the website of the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) (https://covid19.ca.gov/roadmap-counties/) states that public pools (including HOA pools) “are not permitted to operate in the State of California at this time.” This has caused a conflict and tremendous confusion because... Read More

Mark T. Guithues, Esq. Laurie F. Masotto, Esq. Michael J. Alti, Esq. Mark Allen Wilson, Esq. Jeffrey W. Speights, Esq. Tracy Linkowski, Esq. www.attorneyforhoa.com          Please Respond To: Oceanside Office VIA OVERNIGHT MAIL June 1, 2020 Mr. Peter Sapunor, Deputy General Counsel            Via E:Mail Peter.Sapunor@cdph.ca.gov California Department of Public Health – OLS 1415 L Street, Suite 500 Sacramento, CA 95814 Re:     Opening Homeowner Association Pools in California Dear Mr. Sapunor: As previously discussed,... Read More

Mark T. Guithues, Esq. Laurie F. Masotto, Esq. Michael J. Alti, Esq. Mark Allen Wilson, Esq. Jeffrey W. Speights, Esq. Tracy Linkowski, Esq. www.attorneyforhoa.com                                                                                      Please Respond To: Oceanside... Read More