I own half of a property in NC. However, my relative who owns the other half altered it. The house is a member of an HOA. If I did not give permission and I have proof in writing am I responsible for the HOA lien?
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I own half of a property in NC. However, my relative who owns the other half altered it. The house is a member of an HOA. If I did not give permission and I have proof in writing am I responsible for the HOA lien?
North Carolina Real Estate law- I own half of a property. However, my relative
who owns the other half altered it. The house is a member of an HOA. If I did not
give permission and I have proof in writing am I responsible for the HOA lien?
Asked on November 19, 2018 under Real Estate Law, Alaska
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 5 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you would be responsible as co-owner: all owners are responsible for liens on their property and/or violations of HOA rules. That your co-owner did this without your consent may give you grounds to sue him or her for any amounts you end up paying or costs you end up incurreing, but you are still liable to the HOA and for the lien.
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