North Carolina 2023-2024 Regular Session

North Carolina House Bill H311

Introduced
3/8/23  
Refer
3/9/23  
Report Pass
5/2/23  
Refer
5/2/23  
Report Pass
5/2/23  

Caption

House Select Committee on HOAs

Impact

The formation of the Select Committee signifies an important step in examining homeowner rights and the regulations governing HOAs. By investigating existing laws and potential remedies, the committee could influence future legislation that may bolster homeowner protections, ensuring that associations operate within the bounds of the law. This initiative could lead to an increased awareness of homeowner issues related to governance by HOAs, thereby potentially revising the legal framework that oversees these entities.

Summary

House Resolution 311 aims to establish a House Select Committee on Homeowners' Associations (HOAs) in North Carolina. The committee will focus on studying current laws applicable to HOAs, available remedies for HOA violations, and the identification of executive agencies that could assist homeowners in addressing complaints regarding these associations. This study is set to culminate in a final report that includes any proposed legislation, which is due March 1, 2024. The establishment of this committee reflects a growing interest in the governance and regulation of HOAs, a topic that resonates with many residents in the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding House Resolution 311 is largely positive, as it is perceived as a proactive measure to address the concerns of homeowners regarding the often complex regulations and governance practices of HOAs. Legislators who support the establishment of the committee believe that it will foster greater accountability and transparency within home associations. However, some may express concerns about the scope and effectiveness of the committee's investigations, fearing that it may not result in meaningful reform.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise during the committee's deliberations, particularly around the balance between the powers of HOAs and the rights of individual homeowners. Discussions may include whether current regulations are sufficient or if they impose too many restrictions on HOAs, impacting the way these organizations are governed. As the committee conducts its investigation, the potential for opposing views to emerge on how best to regulate HOAs will likely contribute to lively discussions, with advocates on both sides pushing for their respective interests.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NC HB1573

To Reorganize The Standing Committees And The Subject Matter Interim Committees Of The House Of Representatives.

NC HB1801

To Reorganize The Standing Committees And The Subject Matter Interim Committees Of The House Of Representatives; To Rename The Joint Committee On Energy And The Joint Interim Committee On Energy.

NC HR3

House of Representatives; relative to officials, employees, and committees

NC HJR67

Fair school funding reform; joint committee of various House and Senate committees to study.

NC H953

Study Committee on ADA/APD/PAC Pay

NC H91

Create Pretrial Release Study Committee.-AB

NC HJR67

Fair school funding reform; joint committee of various House and Senate committees to study.

NC HR1573

Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform.

NC HR21

Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives, further providing for questions of order, for supervision of Hall of the House and committee rooms, for members' and employees' expenses, for order of business, for general appropriation bill and non-preferred bills, for consideration of bills, for third consideration and final passage bills, for hospital and home appropriations or acquiring lands of the Commonwealth, for House and concurrent resolutions, for standing committees and subcommittees, for powers and duties of standing committees and subcommittees, for Committee on Rules, for discharge of committees, for lay on the table, for previous question, for members required to be present and vote and for financial interests in gaming entities, providing for vote by designation and further providing for Committee on Ethics.

NC H113

Create Committee on Medicaid Sustainability

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