§ 13-314.02. Purpose.

The purpose of the Commission on Common Ownership Communities is to:

(a)

ensure proper establishment and operation of homeowners' associations, condominium associations, and cooperative housing corporations;

(b)

promote education, public awareness and association membership understanding of the rights and obligations of living in a common ownership community;

(c)

reduce the number and divisiveness of disputes, and encourage informal resolution of disputes;

(d)

maintain property values and quality of life in Common Ownership Communities;

(e)

assist and oversee the development of coordinated community and government policies, program, and services which support these communities; and

(f)

prevent potential public financial liability for repair or replacement of common ownership community facilities.

(CB-49-2015)