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Community associations in California.

Associations
51,250+
Residents
14,500,000
Annual spend
$26.6 billion
Median home
$778,355

Source: Foundation for Community Association Research, 2025 Statistical Review

The Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act is the most litigated HOA statute in the US — covering elections, IDR/ADR requirements, reserve studies, solar access, and EV charging rights.

Governing statutes

What California boards are dealing with right now

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    Mandatory reserve studies and reserve funding disclosure requirements

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    Rigorous election procedures — inspector of elections, double-envelope ballots

  • 3

    Internal Dispute Resolution (IDR) and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) before litigation

  • 4

    Solar panel installation and EV charging rights that override board restrictions

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