Alabama HOA Documents – Rules & Templates (2026 Guide)

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Alabama HOA Overview

No comprehensive HOA statute. Must file a "Management Certificate" with SOS under Act 2016-214 if the HOA collects assessments. Governed mainly by CC&Rs and general nonprofit/contract law.

State-Specific Document Requirements

Disclosure Statement

Ala. Code § 10A-3-6

No statutory resale disclosure requirement. Sellers typically provide governing documents and financial records per the purchase contract or good practice.

Retention: 5 years

Disclosure: Provided to buyer per contract terms.

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Alabama-Specific Documents

Management Certificate (SOS Filing)

Mandatory

Ala. Act No. 2016-214

HOAs that collect assessments must file a "Management Certificate" with the Secretary of State, disclosing the name of the HOA, the property it covers, and management contact information.

⚠ Required if the HOA collects assessments.

Alabama HOA Act Compliance Checklist

Mandatory

Ala. Code §§ 35-20-1 to 35-20-16

Annual self-audit checklist confirming compliance with the Alabama Homeowners' Association Act, covering required disclosures, voting rights, and association record-keeping.

Assessment Lien Filing Notice

Mandatory

Ala. Code § 35-20-12

Statutory notice required before recording an assessment lien against a member's property under the Alabama HOA Act.

⚠ Delinquency of 30+ days

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