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Rhode Island HOA Overview
Strong condo statute (RIUCIOA-derivative) but no general HOA act for planned communities. Comprehensive developer disclosures required.
State-Specific Document Requirements
Resale Certificate
R.I.G.L. § 34-36.1-4.09
Mandatory10 days
Condo resale certificate required within 10 days under RI Condo Act. HOA resale governed by contract.
Retention: 5 years
Disclosure: Provided to buyer within 10 days (condos only).
Threshold: Condos only.
Rhode Island-Specific Documents
Resale Payoff / Estoppel Statement (Rhode Island)
MandatoryR.I. Gen. Laws § 34-36.1-4.09
Payoff statement and resale certificate provided to a buyer or title company within 10 days of request, certifying the total amount owed and confirming no violations.
⚠ Required at every unit resale
Rhode Island Governance Policy Statement
MandatoryR.I. Gen. Laws § 34-36.1-3.03
Board-adopted governance policy covering member meeting procedures, record access, financial reporting, and enforcement procedures under Rhode Island law.
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