Summary
Pennsylvania law mandates that HOAs provide written notice of violations before imposing fines, as per the Pennsylvania Uniform Planned Community Act. Homeowners must have the opportunity to correct issues, and fines should not be imposed without due process. If the HOA failed to notify you before fining, they might have violated this law. To prepare for court, gather all related documents, review the relevant law sections, and consider legal advice. Emotional distress claims against the HOA are possible but challenging. Pro bono legal assistance is available through organizations like Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania.Full Conversation
Cassie landes
Hi Cassie! How can I help you with your legal issue today?
My fiances aunt owned the property. The hoa fined me and my fiance for things but never gave us notice of the issue before the fine to correct it. What law does this viokate in pennsylvannia?
Cassie, Pennsylvania law requires that HOAs provide notice to homeowners before imposing fines. Under the Pennsylvania Uniform Planned Community Act (* Pa.C.S. § * et seq.):
- HOAs must provide written notice of violations.
- Homeowners must be given an opportunity to correct the issue.
- Fines cannot be imposed without due process.
Is there any documentation you received from the HOA regarding these fines?
Only the fine i got which i refused to pay and they are now taking me to court for
Cassie, since the HOA didn't provide a notice before fining you, they may have violated the Pennsylvania Uniform Planned Community Act. It’s important to gather any documentation you have. Consider consulting a lawyer to discuss your defense and how to present this in court.
Would you like to know more about how to prepare for your court appearance?
Yes
Cassie, to prepare for your court appearance, you can:
- Gather all documents related to the fines.
- Review the Pennsylvania Uniform Planned Community Act for specific sections on notice and due process.
- Prepare a clear timeline of events.
- Consider seeking legal advice to strengthen your case.
Would you like information on finding a lawyer or more details on the specific sections of the law?
Is there anything i can file for the pain and suffering ive had and stress from them taking me to court when they are the ones who violated the law
In Pennsylvania, you may be able to file a counterclaim for emotional distress if you can prove that the HOA's actions were extreme and outrageous. However, such claims can be challenging to win. Consulting a lawyer is advisable to determine the strength of your potential claim.
Would you like information on finding a lawyer?
Yes preferably a probono one
Cassie, you can find pro bono legal assistance in Pennsylvania through organizations such as Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania or the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Pro Bono Program.
Would you like contact information for one of these organizations?
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