North Carolina HOA Penalized for Improper Due Process
A recent North Carolina case highlights the risks of improper HOA enforcement after a court ruled that an association imposed fines without adequate notice or a meaningful hearing. The HOA issued escalating penalties while failing to follow its own governing documents.
The court emphasized that boards must not predetermine outcomes and must clearly communicate violations, hearing rights, and decisions. Legal experts say the ruling reinforces that enforcement authority depends on fairness and consistency—not speed or frustration.
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