Did You Know HOA’s
Can Ban Smoking in Condos?
Smoking and Secondhand Smoke
What Does the Law Say?
California Civil Code 1947.5 says Homeowners Associations (HOAs) have the legal right to limit or prohibit smoking anywhere on the property including:
Outdoor Common Areas
Pool and Playground Areas
Indoor Common Areas and Hallways
Inside Residential Units
What Actions Must We Take?
The HOA board or the full membership may vote to enforce or enact regulations to prohibit smoking (see options on reverse side).
CC&Rs are legally binding restrictions that apply to buyers and can be amended to prohibit smoking, or to declare secondhand smoke a nuisance. HOA Boards may adopt rules to restrict smoking.
Where Can We Find More Information?
For guidance enacting smoking bans, go to www.changelabsolutions.org See the City website at:
www.cityofsignalhill.org, Community Development, Smokefree Condos Call Colleen Doan, Associate Planner, at (562) 989-7344 Community Development Department
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