Division Notifications

As we continue to observe Conflict Resolution Month here in Colorado, the HOA Information and Resource Center wants to remind you that conflict resolution is a process, not an instant solution to a dispute.

The Division of Real Estate is receiving inquiries and complaints about the Clear Cooperation Policy and “Coming Soon” listings.

The Mediation Association of Colorado describes mediation as a process that brings parties together to resolve their differences through discussion and problem-solving. The goal is to achieve "win-win" solutions. The mediator is a neutral third party who helps facilitate the dialogue but is not the final decision-maker, arbitrator, or judge. Mediation can resolve disputes quickly and satisfactorily without the expense, delay and anxiety of litigation.

It may not feel like it, but winter is coming! While Colorado is a microcosm of weather from seemingly every climate, winter undoubtedly brings with it a routine of preparation when you are a homeowner.

According to the Encyclopedia Brittanica, statutes of limitation (a legislative act restricting the time within which legal proceedings may be brought, usually to a fixed period after the occurrence of the events that gave rise to the cause of action) are generally enacted to protect persons against claims made after disputes have become stale, evidence has been lost, memories have faded, or witnesses have disappeared. Amongst common interest communities, the same holds true.

On July 8th, 2020, Governor Polis signed into law Senate Bill 20-126. SB20-126 amended the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act ("CCIOA") to include protections for licensed operators of family child care homes.

With an election ​day coming up on Tuesday, Nov. 3, homeowners may have already begun posting political signs in their neighborhoods.

Homeowner associations can be a great mechanism for reducing individual owner responsibilities, elevating neighborhood appearances, improving amenities and increasing property values. They can also foreclose on your home - under the right circumstances.

Denver - The Division of Real Estate (Division) continues to receive calls regarding what appears to be timeshare scams targeting Colorado consumers, real estate brokers, and out-of-state consumers. In the current version of the scam, timeshare owners are cold-called, mailed or emailed solicitations from an unlicensed business entity purporting to be a full service property management company, real estate brokerage or title and escrow company that lists and sells timeshares.  

Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provided new guidelines to help explain certain obligations of housing providers under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) with respect to animals that individuals with disabilities may request as reasonable accommodations. While this issue has caused much confusion for landlords and property managers, these guidelines will assist in creating a set of best practices for complying with the FHA when making these assessments and to avoid violations.