Buyer question
Do I need HOA or condo association approval to buy?
Short answer
In many communities, yes. The association may require an application and approve buyers before closing, so apply as soon as your offer is accepted.
What to expect
- An application, often with a fee
- Documents the association asks for (each one sets its own list)
- Sometimes an interview or orientation
- A waiting period for the decision
Planning your closing
Closings can be planned around approval and lender timelines, including association approval. Timing depends on the association, the lender and the other parties involved.
Before you make an offer, read the rules that matter to you, such as those on rentals, pets, vehicles and renovations.