Delaware HOA laws
What Delaware asks of your association
By OurHOA · General reference
Delaware common interest communities are governed by DUCIOA, 25 Del. C. Chapter 81. It covers unit-owner and board meetings, association records, assessments, and the assessment lien.
Meetings
Meetings
25 Del. C. §81-308Hold unit-owner and executive board meetings as provided, with the required notice.
Records
Association records
25 Del. C. §81-318Maintain association records and make them available to unit owners for examination and copying.
Financial
Assessments for common expenses
25 Del. C. §81-315Levy and collect assessments for common expenses as provided by the declaration.
Lien for assessments
25 Del. C. §81-316Unpaid assessments are a lien on the unit, enforceable as provided by statute.
Source: Delaware Code Online (delcode.delaware.gov). Use the cited sections to locate the relevant provisions in the official source and confirm the current text and its applicability.
This is general information to help boards get oriented, not legal advice. HOA statutes change and courts interpret them differently case to case. Confirm specifics with your association's attorney before acting.
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