Community Association

/ˈkɒmjʊnɪti əˌsəʊsiˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A legally recognized group formed by residents or property owners within a specific area for governing common interests, managing shared property, and enforcing covenants, conditions, and restrictions.
    The community association held a meeting to discuss new parking regulations.

Forms

  • community associations

Commentary

Commonly used in real estate law, precise definitions and powers of a community association often vary by jurisdiction and are governed by specific statutes and governing documents.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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