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Newly appointed board president Unenforced in Union Square is advising to ease into enforcing bylaws and house rules by first communicating the changes to residents and following through on the rules consistently and equitably. (Print: LAYING DOWN THE LAW)

Bylaws are crucial for guiding board decisions, and failing to follow them can have serious consequences, including court-invalidated elections and loss of business judgment rule protection, which can be avoided by understanding and maintaining a working knowledge of bylaws. (Print: Master Your Building’s Operating Manual)

To get owners to read and consider proposed bylaw changes, it is important to identify scope, create a readable message, use multiple channels, and make it easy to act on the proposal. (Print: Refreshing the Rules)

Failing to update co-op or condo bylaws can lead to outdated protection and legal challenges. Boards must carefully follow the amendment process.

In condominiums, commercial unit-owners may be asked to pay for expenses unrelated to their unit. Bylaws and agreements govern these obligations, often leading to negotiations.

When amending bylaws, avoid making extensive changes, choose the right timing, consult your attorney, gather input from shareholders or unit-owners.

Key considerations for co-op bylaw updates include allowing electronic annual meetings, implementing staggered board terms for continuity, and ensuring adequate indemnification for board members.

Can you guarantee enough support to amend your bylaws?

Do you know how the right of first refusal works?

A new list of house rules causes a kerfuffle.