Very large senior HOAs may amend old rules with court approval at a 37 percent vote
A court may approve an amendment to a common interest development's declaration backed by more than 37 percent of votes, instead of more than 50 percent, but only for senior housing with over 6,000 units, over 25 percent tenant-occupied, unamended for 35 years.
Who it affects
Owners and associations in very large senior housing developments
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 2035: Common interest developments: declarations: amendments.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.