Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California
Liens on real estate
May a non-incorporated, non-registered road association (association of homeowners, using private roads) file a lien against property of member for non-payment of dues? Members have no contract, just a periodic newsletter and meetings.
An elected board of directors exists and allocates funds for road maintenance.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Liens on real estate
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I am not clear what lien you are referring to. If there is an issues with the title to real property, they can bring suit and record a lis pendens against the property. If the association is owed money, it can bring lawsuit and record attachment lien and or abstract of judgment, as the context may allow. You should consult your own attorney to protect your legal rights.