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Fair housing laws expanded to prohibit sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination
The federal Fair Housing laws prohibit housing discrimination based on persons being in specific “protected classes,” including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or familial status. These laws protect people engaged in a variety of housing-related activities, such as buying or renting a home and can also apply in the context of community associations […]
Virginia Governor Again Tightens Guidelines – Gatherings Limited to 10
Effective at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, December 14, 2020, stricter COVID guidelines will take effect in Virginia. The new Executive Order is in response to escalating COVID19 positivity rates and hospitalizations, both in the Commonwealth and around the nation. The new Executive Order is in effect until January 31, 2021 and can be found at […]
Associations and Virginia’s COVID19 Executive Orders – updated 5/5/2020
This entry now superseded. Starting May 15, the Governor’s New Order EO61 effectively modified EO53. See separate CWMEB Journal entry on “Phase One.” Governor’s Executive Orders – EO53 (social distancing /non-essential business) extended to May 14. “Phase 1” reopening may begin May 15. EO55 still in place until June 10. Updated 5/05/20 EO55 – Stay-At-Home. […]
COVID-19 and Associations: FAQs – updated
Legal Disclaimer: This information is not intended to be legal advice. Legal advice must be tailored to the specific facts and circumstances of each case and each association’s governing documents. Also, it is not intended to be a full and exhaustive explanation of all legal considerations, nor should it be used to replace the individualized advice […]
D.C.’s COVID19 Stay-at-Home Order – updated 4/15/20
Mayor’s COVID19 Stay-at-Home Order – extended to May 15 Updated 4/15/20 To fight the spread of the COVID-19 virus, D.C. Mayor Bowser issued Order 2020-053 closing non-essential businesses in Washington D.C. In addition, on March 30, the Mayor issued Order 2020-054, a “Stay at Home” Order, providing that residents of the District should stay at home, […]
Coronavirus & Your Community: Calming the Chaos
By Michael A. Sottolano The proliferation of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting your daily life. People who have been exposed or are infected may be in your community. They may be your neighbors, friends, service provider or delivery driver. They may have recently used the elevator in your building, recreational facilities in your clubhouse, community pool […]
Associations and Virginia’s COVID19 Executive Orders – updated 5/5/2020
Governor’s Executive Orders – EO53 (social distancing and non-essential business) extended to May 14. “Phase 1” reopening may begin May 15. EO55 still in place until June 10. Updated 5/05/20 EO55 – Stay-At-Home. To fight the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Virginia’s Governor Northam issued EO-55, an executive “stay-at-home” order on March 30, 2020, to […]
COVID-19 and Associations: FAQs
Legal Disclaimer: This information is not intended to be legal advice. Legal advice must be tailored to the specific facts and circumstances of each case and each association’s governing documents. Also, it is not intended to be a full and exhaustive explanation of all legal considerations, nor should it be used to replace the individualized advice […]
COVID-19 and Common Interest Communities: Practical Advice for Association Leaders
Updated March 26, 2020 The Coronavirus pandemic (“COVID-19”) has caused a major public health crisis in the United States and is having a significant effect on community associations, particularly as more Americans are asked to stay at home to quell the spread of the virus. While it is unclear what the coronavirus’s ultimate impact will be, […]