State-Specific Compliance

Delaware HOA Compliance Center

Purpose-built around Delaware community-association regulations. HOA Shield converts complex legal requirements into automated, guided workflows — from governance and assessments to disclosure and fair housing.

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5 Areas of Delaware Compliance Coverage

Comprehensive automation across every aspect of Delaware HOA governance.

Delaware Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act (UCIOA)

The primary statute governing Delaware common interest communities (planned communities and condominiums) — covering creation, governance, assessments, member rights, and amendment procedures.

  • Declaration and bylaws current and recorded
  • Annual budget adopted and distributed per UCIOA
  • Board governance and voting procedures reviewed

Assessment Collection & Lien Rights

Governs the assessment collection powers of Delaware associations, including lien rights for delinquent assessments, notice requirements, and foreclosure procedures.

  • Assessment collection policy documented and enforced uniformly
  • Lien filings recorded within statutory window
  • Pre-lien notice provided to delinquent owners

Resale & Disclosure Certificate

Associations must provide resale certificates to prospective purchasers with current assessment status, reserve balances, governing documents, and pending litigation. Statutory timelines and fee caps apply.

  • Resale certificate provided within statutory timeline
  • Current assessment status and reserve balances included
  • Governing documents and pending litigation disclosed

Delaware Nonprofit Corporation Act

HOAs incorporated as Delaware nonprofit corporations must maintain a registered agent, file required reports, and keep corporate records and board rosters current.

  • Registered agent name and address current
  • Annual report filed with Division of Corporations
  • Board officer roster current and on file

Delaware Fair Housing Act

Prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, marital status, familial status, national origin, or disability. HOAs must ensure rules, enforcement, and accommodations comply.

  • Non-discrimination policy adopted and published
  • Reasonable accommodation/modification request procedure documented
  • Architectural review audited for disparate impact

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