Unit Owner

What is a unit owner in an HOA?

A unit owner holds legal title to a property in a community association and is subject to its rules and dues. This may or may not be the person living in the unit, such as when a property is rented out. Unit owners have defined legal rights and obligations, including voting on major issues and abiding by the governing documents.

Why is a unit owner important?

Unit owners elect the board, fund the budget, and influence community decisions. Their participation is essential to the association’s governance and financial health, and they bear ultimate responsibility for compliance with the association’s rules.

How can you use “unit owner” in a sentence?

Each unit owner was invited to vote on the proposed budget.