State-Specific Compliance

Massachusetts HOA Compliance Center

Purpose-built around Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts Compliance Coverage

Comprehensive automation across every aspect of Massachusetts HOA governance.

Massachusetts Condominium Act

The primary statute governing Massachusetts condominium associations — covering creation, unit owner rights, common elements, assessments, insurance, reserves, and board governance.

  • Annual financial report prepared and distributed per § 22
  • Reserve fund maintained per statutory requirements
  • Common element maintenance plan documented

Massachusetts Reserve Fund Requirements

Massachusetts condominium associations must maintain and adequately fund reserve funds for capital expenditures and repairs. Boards must conduct reserve studies and review funding adequacy annually.

  • Reserve study conducted periodically
  • Reserve fund maintained and segregated per statute
  • Funding plan adequate to cover capital expenditures

Massachusetts Nonprofit Corporation Law

HOAs incorporated as Massachusetts nonprofit corporations must file annual reports with the Secretary of State, maintain a registered agent, and keep board rosters current.

  • Annual report filed with Massachusetts Secretary of State
  • Registered agent name and address current
  • Board officer roster current and on file

Assessment Collection & Lien Rights

Governs the assessment collection powers of Massachusetts condominium associations, including lien rights for delinquent common charges, notice, and collection procedures.

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

Massachusetts Fair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Prohibits housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or veteran status. HOAs must comply with Massachusetts's expanded protected classes.

  • Non-discrimination policy covers all Massachusetts protected classes
  • Reasonable accommodation/modification request procedure documented
  • Architectural review audited for disparate impact

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