About the HOA Center
The HOA Information & Resource Center was created by House Bill 10-1278 and became effective January 1, 2011. The HOA Center serves as a resource for consumers to understand their basic rights and duties under the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act.
What the HOA Center Does
- Provides information to homeowners regarding their basic rights and responsibilities under the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act “CCIOA”.
- Gathers, analyzes, and reports information through complaints and HOA registrations.
- Creates resource materials.
- Provides education and forums.
- Provides a website with information for the public.
- Registers HOAs pursuant to §38-33.3-401(1) C.R.S.
- Provides an Annual Report to the Legislature.
What the HOA Center Does Not Do
- Act as a regulatory program.
- Does not mediate/arbitrate.
- Cannot provide legal advice.
- Does not act as an advocate.
- Cannot assess fines or penalties.
- Does not enforce an HOA’s failure to register.
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Who We Are
Nick Altmann-HOA Information Officer
Nick is from Colorado and brings multiple years of work experience in both the public and private sectors dealing with regulatory and compliance-related issues to the HOA Information Officer position. As a native of the state, he remembers when the Broncos won back-to-back Super Bowls and a day of skiing wouldn’t break the bank.
As the HOA Center’s Information Officer, Nick strives to assist the public, homeowners, HOA board members, and the regulated community to understand their rights and responsibilities as it pertains to state law. Nick earned a B.A. in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee – Knoxville, and an MBA from CU-Denver specializing in Entrepreneurship.
In his spare time, he enjoys indoor wall climbing, Euchre, and falling down on his snowboard on large snowy mountains.
Amanda Lopez-HOA Program Assistant
Born and raised in Denver Colorado, Amanda began her career in regulatory compliance while working for the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing ("HCPF") where she audited and investigated Medicaid complaints, eligibility, and fraud. Having enjoyed her experience working for a state agency, Amanda decided to further her career in state government and began working for the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies ("DORA") where she found her home in the Division of Real Estate’s HOA Center. When she is not assisting consumers with HOA registrations and renewals, she enjoys hanging out with her son, and playing softball 4 days a week, taking advantage of every beautiful Colorado day.
As mandated by C.R.S. 12-10-801(3)(c), the HOA Information Center tracks inquiries and complaints and writes a report, on an annual basis, regarding the number and types of inquiries and complaints received.
2024 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2023 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2022 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2021 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2020 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2019 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2018 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2017 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2016 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2015 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2014 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
2013 Annual Report from the Colorado HOA Information and Resource Center
Frequently Asked Questions for HOA Homeowners, Board members, and Other Interested Parties
As mandated by C.R.S. 12-10-801(3)(a)(IV), the HOA Information Center has compiled a list of "Frequently Asked Questions" and answers for homeowners, board members, and other interested parties, regarding living in and governing a common interest community. This is not an exhaustive list of every issue or concern that someone may encounter while living in or governing an HOA. It is intended to provide basic information regarding the rights and responsibilities of living in and governing an HOA, as provided by the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act and the Colorado Revised Nonprofit Act. The answers provided are not intended to impart legal advice and any legal questions should be asked of a licensed attorney.