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HOA Records Requests: What You Can See and How Fast

Most states give homeowners a right to inspect their association's records, from financial statements and meeting minutes to contracts and the membership list, but the list of what is open, how a request must be made, and how many days the board has to respond vary widely. These guides cover each state's records law with the controlling language quoted. For a records dispute of your own, a licensed attorney in your state can say how the rules apply.

Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available state law, which can change and varies by state. It is not legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Your community's governing documents may impose additional requirements. Verify the current statutes and consult a licensed attorney in your state about your specific situation.

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The HOA laws by state table lines up every state's records deadline next to its fine limits and hearing rules, with the statute linked in each cell.

HOA records requests, state by state

An article for each of the 49 states covered, with the statute quoted.

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