Non-Owner Not Eligible To Be A Board Member

One issue that recurs in condos is the question of whether or not a non-member (person not named on deed) is eligible to serve as a board member of an association. We have seen many fights -- and oddly enough, association attorneys spend association dues to fight for the right of non-members to serve on the board. Despite the fact that governing documents clearly state that board candidates must be association members listed on the deed, it seems that some folks -- including their attorneys -- can't read and squander owners' money in useless lawsuits.

A very important Arbitration Ruling from 2004 supports the fact that eligible candidates have to be DEEDED OWNERS of the association. See:

Maya Marca Condominium Association, Inc.

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