Can the HOA board take decisions without members’ consent?

In Washington, the answer to whether Homeowners Association (HOA) board members can take decisions without consent from other members depends on the specific bylaws of the association. Generally speaking, an HOA board must allow all members to access the association’s meetings, and must give notice of all official meetings, so that members have an opportunity to affect decisions that are made. The board may make decisions in the absence of other members, but only if the bylaws allow for a quorum of board members and a majority of the quorum votes in favour of a motion. In some cases, the board might also require unanimous consent from all members before taking a decision. However, this is generally not the case in Washington. Some HOAs may also have rules that allow board members to take certain types of decisions without consent from other members, such as decisions related to budgeting or personnel. Regardless, decisions that the board makes on behalf of the HOA should be in line with the governing documents of the association. This means that board members must abide by the rules outlined in the bylaws, and must ensure that all decisions made are made in the best interests of the association’s members. They must also provide all members with regular reports detailing any decisions that have been taken, and ensure that all members are given the opportunity to express their opinions during the decision-making process.

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