Our initial scan found 3 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 2 public PDFs on Highland Lakes South HOA’s website against current Ohio (ORC Ch. 5312 & Ch. 5311) and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
✓GWD Amendment2020✓ArticlesOfIncorporation+ Add up to 10 PDFs in Full Analysis
Governing documents omit the statutory records examination and copying protocol and narrow confidentiality carveouts under Ohio law.
Operative Clause · Sec. 1 (Page 4)
“Subdivision were approved in writing by the owners of a majority of the lots in the Subdivision. The written signatures of said owners are on file with the Secretary of the Association. HIGHLAND LAKES…”
Why It’s Flagged
Ohio Rev. Code § 5312.07 (Ohio Planned Community Law)
Under Ohio Rev. Code § 5312.07 (Ohio Planned Community Law), any member of the association may examine and copy the books, records, financial statements, and minutes of the association, subject only to the specific statutory exclusions for executive session minutes, personnel records, legal communications, and individual owner delinquency files.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
Pursuant to Ohio Rev. Code § 5312.07 (Ohio Planned Community Law), any Member may examine and copy the books, records, financial statements, and minutes of the Association, excluding only those confidential records enumerated in Ohio Rev. Code § 5312.07 (Ohio Planned Community Law)(B).
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 InspectionORC Ch. 5312 & Ch. 5311 & Federal Preemption
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What the Full Analysis Checks & How It Works
Statutory & Federal Check: Audits up to 10 PDFs (CC&Rs, Bylaws, Rules & Amendments) against Ohio statutes (ORC Ch. 5312 & Ch. 5311), Federal law, and local codes.
Cross-Document Hierarchy Check: Flags internal contradictions where Rules, Policies, or Bylaws conflict with your recorded Declaration.
Marked-Up PDFs for Board & Counsel: Boxes each issue on the source page with the controlling statute cited and sample discussion wording.
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Highland Lakes South HOA & Ohio Governing Document Audit FAQ
Answers for HOA board members, community association managers (CAMs), association legal counsel, and homeowners reviewing Highland Lakes South HOA’s governing documents under ORC Ch. 5312 & Ch. 5311.
Homeowners & Community OverviewWhat governing documents were audited for Highland Lakes South HOA in Westerville, Ohio?
TrueHOA Crystal AI scanned 2 public governing PDF(s) associated with Highland Lakes South HOA (Westerville, Ohio), including GWD Amendment2020 and ArticlesOfIncorporation (primary excerpt: GWD Amendment2020), parsing 27 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 Ohio Rev. Code § 5312.07 (Ohio Planned Community Law) and Ohio Planned Community Law (ORC Chapter 5312) & Condominium Property Law (ORC Chapter 5311).
HOA Board of DirectorsWhy did Highland Lakes South HOA’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 Ohio Planned Community Law (ORC Chapter 5312) & Condominium Property Law (ORC Chapter 5311) or federal law, or internal hierarchy conflicts where board rules contradict the recorded Declaration. The 3 flagged clauses highlight areas where Highland Lakes South HOA’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 Ohio HOA governing documents under ORC Ch. 5312 & Ch. 5311 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), Ohio Planned Community Law (ORC Chapter 5312) & Condominium Property Law (ORC Chapter 5311), 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 (Ohio Rev. Code § 5312.07 (Ohio Planned Community Law)), and non-repetitive discussion wording prepared for HOA legal counsel.
Community Association Managers (CAMs)How do Ohio HOA property managers use TrueHOA Crystal AI during onboarding or annual compliance reviews?
Community association managers (CAMs, CMCA, AMS, PCAM) and management companies use TrueHOA Crystal AI when onboarding a new Ohio HOA or preparing for annual meetings, reserve and assessment reviews, architectural (ARC) disputes, or covenant enforcement. The audit works alongside Vantaca, AppFolio, CINC, and TownSq to give managers an instant, page-cited compliance roadmap across all 10 community PDFs.
Elections & Covenant AmendmentsHow can Highland Lakes South HOA pass a CC&R or Bylaw amendment or run a certified HOA election in Ohio?
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