Get ready for the CIOA CHANGES ....................

CAI-CT has presented CIOA Overview sessions since October to education communities and managers regarding the upcoming changes. Over 600 people have attended these sessions. We will be addresses the CIOA revisions in many education sessions in 2010.

Public Act 10-186 - AN ACT CONCERNING THE COMMON INTEREST OWNERSHIP ACT. Effective: July 1, 2010  For a full description >>

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CIOA Changes Discussed in Common Interest Articles:

Considering CIOA Amendments When Budgeting by Christopher E. Hansen, Esq. - In the coming months, many associations will be putting together their annual budgets.  Board members and property managers are already conferring with contractors and insurance agents.  Committees are combing their lists of projects to see what they can fit into the budget for next year.  One thing that should not be overlooked while setting up that budget is the line item for legal expenses. Read More.........

REVOLUTION REVISED - Changes Adopted to the New CIOA Legislation by Adam J. Cohen, Esq. - July 1, 2010 is the delayed effective date which the Connecticut legislature had given communities so that they would have a full year to bring their documents and practices into compliance.  During this time, CAI has been educating its member associations on these sweeping new changes, and condo boards and their lawyers have been working hard to get themselves ready. Read More.........

Common Interest Ownership Act and Connecticut Condominium Master Insurance By Rich Bouvier - Improvements and Betterments?
When it comes to community association insurance, there are a few items that will change on July 1.  Some of these changes may have a direct impact of coverage requirements as well as premiums.  Knowing what to expect is key and having a strategy to plan and implement these changes is equally important. Read More.........

Condo Law REVOLUTION by Adam J. Cohen, Esq. - Will Your Community be Ready for the Most Sweeping Statutory Changes in a Quarter-Century? New Rights for Unit Owners, Additional Powers for Association Boards
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CIOA Resources:

Robert's Rules of Order IN BRIEF - Author(s): Henry M. Robert III, W.J. Evans, D.H. Honemann, and T.J. Balch; Retail Price: $9.95

Basic Parliamentary Procedure - Cheat Sheet by CAI

CAI-CT Member Attorneys are well-versed in Community Association Law. We suggest that you consult an attorney who specializes in community association law for all your legal concerns. Member attorneys may be found in our service directory.

CIOA Changes - Public Act 09-225 - AN ACT CONCERNING AMENDMENTS TO THE UNIFORM COMMON INTEREST OWNERSHIP ACT. The changes require more formality in the general operations of the community and more accountability from those in charge.

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