CCM CCM Governance & Community Standards

Question 1

Which governing document for a community association is typically recorded with the county and establishes the fundamental rules for the community?

Accepted Answer

Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs)

Answer

The CC&Rs are recorded in the public land records and are the foundational governing document that binds all owners to community rules.

Question 2

In the hierarchy of community association governing documents, which document takes precedence in the event of a conflict?

Accepted Answer

CC&Rs (Declaration)

Answer

The CC&Rs are the highest-ranking association document; bylaws rank next, followed by rules and regulations, then board resolutions.

Question 3

A homeowner requests a variance to the architectural guidelines. Who typically has the authority to approve or deny this request?

Accepted Answer

The architectural review committee (ARC) or board of directors

Answer

The ARC or board reviews variance requests against established standards and governing documents, then issues a written decision.

Question 4

What is the quorum requirement in the context of a community association meeting?

Accepted Answer

The minimum number of members or directors required for the meeting to conduct business legally

Answer

Quorum is the threshold number of eligible voters or board members whose presence is required for decisions made at the meeting to be legally valid.

Question 5

Under the Open Meeting Act principles adopted by many states for community associations, which of the following meeting types is generally required to be open to all members?

Accepted Answer

Regular board of directors meeting

Answer

Regular board meetings must generally be open to all association members; executive sessions are the limited exception for sensitive matters.

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CCM CCM Governance & Community Standards