Our initial scan found 3 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 3 public PDFs on Montrose Master Association’s website against current Idaho (Idaho Code Title 55 Ch. 32 & 15) and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
✓Montrose Bylaws✓Montrose Article Of Incorp✓Montrose Covenant Violation…+ Add up to 10 PDFs in Full Analysis
Fining provision violates Idaho Code § 55-3205 by authorizing fines without a recorded fine schedule, a 30-day certified mail cure/hearing notice, and a majority board vote, or by assessing attorney fees before expiration of the 30-day notice period.
Operative Clause · Sec. 8 (Page 2)
“enforcement model, with ample time for resolution before each fine is levied.”
Under Idaho Code § 55-3205, no fine may be imposed on a member for a violation of the covenants and restrictions unless: (1) the authority to impose a fine is clearly set forth in the covenants and restrictions and a schedule of fines is adopted and provided.
(2) a majority of the board votes to impose the fine at a meeting.
(3) the member is given written notice by personal service or certified mail at least 30 days before the meeting.
(4) no fine is imposed if the member begins resolving the violation before the meeting and continues in good faith.
And (5) no portion of any fine may be used to increase the compensation of the board or management agent, nor may attorney’s fees be assessed unless the member fails to begin resolving the violation within the 30-day notice window.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
1Pursuant to Idaho Code § 55-3205, no fine shall be imposed unless authorized by the recorded covenants and an adopted schedule of fines, and only after: (a) the member is provided at least 30 days' advance written notice by personal service or certified mail prior to a Board meeting.
2(b) the member has failed to cure or commence resolving the violation in good faith prior to the meeting.
3(c) a majority of the Board votes at the meeting to impose the fine. No attorney's fees or collection costs shall be charged to the member prior to the expiration of the 30-day notice period.
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
2 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
Unlock exact page coordinates, statutory citations, and counsel discussion notes for all 2 remaining issues—plus load up to 10 PDFs for complete review.
CC&Rs & Declaration HierarchyBylaws, Elections & QuorumArchitectural Review (ARC)Fines, Hearings & Due ProcessLeasing & Rental RestrictionsReserve Studies & AssessmentsOfficial Records InspectionIdaho Code Title 55 Ch. 32 & 15 & Federal Preemption
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Statutory & Federal Check: Audits up to 10 PDFs (CC&Rs, Bylaws, Rules & Amendments) against Idaho statutes (Idaho Code Title 55 Ch. 32 & 15), Federal law, and local codes.
Cross-Document Hierarchy Check: Flags internal contradictions where Rules, Policies, or Bylaws conflict with your recorded Declaration.
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Montrose Master Association & Idaho Governing Document Audit FAQ
Answers for HOA board members, community association managers (CAMs), association legal counsel, and homeowners reviewing Montrose Master Association’s governing documents under Idaho Code Title 55 Ch. 32 & 15.
Homeowners & Community OverviewWhat governing documents were audited for Montrose Master Association in Post Falls, Kootenai County, Idaho?
TrueHOA Crystal AI scanned 3 public governing PDF(s) associated with Montrose Master Association (Post Falls, Kootenai County, Idaho), including Montrose Bylaws, Montrose Article Of Incorp, and Montrose Covenant Violation Enforecement Policy Adopted 04.07.26 (primary excerpt: Montrose Covenant Violation Enforecement Policy Adopted 04.07.26), parsing 84 operative clauses with exact PDF page coordinates. The audit checks CC&Rs (Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, and Rules & Regulations against Idaho Code § 55-3205 & Idaho Code § 55-115; IDAPA 24.37.01 and Idaho Homeowners Association Act (Idaho Code § 55-3201) & Condominium Property Act (§ 55-1501).
HOA Board of DirectorsWhy did Montrose Master Association’s governing documents flag 3 potential compliance issues, and what should the Board do?
Older HOA Declarations, Bylaws, and Operating Rules frequently contain provisions superseded by subsequent amendments to Idaho Homeowners Association Act (Idaho Code § 55-3201) & Condominium Property Act (§ 55-1501) or federal law, or internal hierarchy conflicts where board rules contradict the recorded Declaration. The 3 flagged clauses highlight areas where Montrose Master Association’s Board of Directors and association counsel can proactively update policies, avoid unenforceable fine or enforcement disputes, and fulfill board fiduciary duties.
HOA & Real Estate AttorneysHow does TrueHOA Crystal AI check Idaho HOA governing documents under Idaho Code Title 55 Ch. 32 & 15 for association counsel?
TrueHOA Crystal AI ($699 one-time for up to 10 governing PDFs) evaluates every clause against federal law (Fair Housing Act, OTARD 47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 telecommunications rules, federal solar/bankruptcy protections), Idaho Homeowners Association Act (Idaho Code § 55-3201) & Condominium Property Act (§ 55-1501), local codes, and cross-document hierarchy (Recorded Declaration > Articles > Bylaws > Rules). Every PDF page is widened by 340pt on the right margin with exact paragraph bounding boxes, statutory citations (Idaho Code § 55-3205 & Idaho Code § 55-115; IDAPA 24.37.01), and non-repetitive discussion wording prepared for HOA legal counsel.
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