Cal. Civ. Code §5100
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Elections by secret ballot
Requires that director elections, recalls, governing-document amendments, grants of exclusive use of common area, and assessment votes be conducted by secret ballot pursuant to procedures adopted at least 90 days before the election. The association must use an independent inspector of elections.
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Governance
| Ref | Requirement |
|---|---|
| (a) | All major HOA votes in California — board elections, recall efforts, governing-document changes, special assessments — must be conducted by secret ballot. |
| (b) | The HOA cannot change election rules within 90 days of an election. The rules must be set well in advance. |
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