This past weekend I spoke at the Community Association Institute's ("CAI") South Sound Law Day on the topic of association records. Based on the number of questions from the audience on owner requests to obtain or review records, I thought I'd summarize some highlights here. read more

We are often asked whether a condominium association may prohibit cigarette smoking in common areas, or in units or single family homes. Now that using marijuana is legal in Oregon and Washington, some associations are wondering if they can or should specifically ban marijuana usage too. There are several things to consider. Here are a few of the highlights to begin the discussion. read more

The title of this weekly email is a recent headline that ran in the Oregonian on January 12, 2016. The link to that article can be found here. read more

First of all, everyone here at Barker Martin would like to wish you a very happy new year. We have enjoyed working with you, and hope we have the opportunity to do so in the future. read more

Although summer is the most popular season for construction and it is quickly coming to a close (I am not ready to admit it's over), architectural review committees ("ARCs") operate year-round to review and respond to architectural review committee applications. If you plan on serving on your association's architectural review committee (sometimes called "architectural control committees" or "ACCs"), we have a couple of important tips to keep in mind. read more