General information, not legal advice. Landlord-tenant rules change, and cities and counties can add their own. Check the current statute and local ordinances, and talk to a licensed attorney before you act.
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The short version
- Homeowner associations follow the Homeowners Association Act, and condominiums follow the Condominium Law.
Indiana homeowner associations follow the Homeowners Association Act, IC 32-25.5, while condominiums follow the Condominium Law in IC 32-25.
Indiana hoa laws at a glance
| Rule | Indiana | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Governing law | Homeowner associations follow the Homeowners Association Act, and condominiums follow the Condominium Law. | IC 32-25.5 and IC 32-25 |
The governing law
Association rules come in layers: state law first, then the declaration, the bylaws and finally board rules. A rule that conflicts with a higher layer usually fails.
Governing law. Homeowner associations follow the Homeowners Association Act, and condominiums follow the Condominium Law. (IC 32-25.5 and IC 32-25)
Records
We could not confirm a statewide rule here. Check your county court or a local attorney.
Board meetings
We could not confirm a statewide rule here. Check your county court or a local attorney.
Assessments, liens and collections
We could not confirm a statewide rule here. Check your county court or a local attorney.
Rental restrictions
We could not confirm a statewide rule here. Check your county court or a local attorney.
Mistakes to avoid
- Holding board decisions without the notice owners are entitled to.
- Not keeping records ready for owner requests.
- Fining owners without the notice and hearing steps in the governing documents.
- Enforcing rental rules that are not in the recorded documents.
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Verify current law
We last checked these Indiana rules on . Laws change and cities can add their own, so confirm the current text before you rely on it, and talk to a Indiana attorney about your situation.
Laws named on this page
- IC 32-25.5 and IC 32-25
Official sources
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Asked by landlords in this state.
Which law governs HOAs in Indiana?
Homeowner associations follow the Homeowners Association Act, and condominiums follow the Condominium Law. Source: IC 32-25.5 and IC 32-25.