Condo Voting Rights Suspension

Summary

In Ohio, a condo association can suspend voting rights under certain conditions, like non-payment of dues, depending on the associations bylaws. For an amendment to be valid, it must follow the procedures outlined in the bylaws, including member notification, discussion, voting, and filing with the county record office. If these steps are not followed, the amendment may be considered invalid. Check your associations bylaws for specific processes related to voting rights and amendments.

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the board manager makeup an amendment without the proposal and discussion with the member and did not go through the voting and did not file to the county record office, those amendments are invalid, right?
In Ohio, for a condo association amendment to be valid, typically:
- It must follow procedures outlined in the association's bylaws.
- Members should be notified and allowed to discuss.
- A vote by members is usually required.
- Proper filing with the county record office is necessary.
Based on what you shared, the amendment might be invalid.
Do your association bylaws specify the process for amendments?
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Answer: "I am a member of a condo association, does any have the right to suspend my voting rights?"
"Hey there! In Ohio, a condo association might have the right to suspend your voting rights under certain conditions, such as non-payment of dues. It typically depends on the association's bylaws and regulations. Does your association have specific bylaws related to voting rights?"
Answer: "The board manager made up an amendment without the proposal and discussion with the members and did not go through the voting and did not file to the county record office. Those amendments are invalid, right?"
"In Ohio, for a condo association amendment to be valid, typically:
- It must follow procedures outlined in the association's bylaws.
- Members should be notified and allowed to discuss.
- A vote by members is usually required.
- Proper filing with the county record office is necessary.
Based on what you shared, the amendment might be invalid. Do your association bylaws specifythe process for amendments?"
Answer: "Yes, they do.”
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