The documents below are brief media statements on some of the issues faced by homeowner and condominium associations, cooperatives and other association-governed communities.

Community associations exist because they provide choices, lifestyles, amenities and efficiencies that people value. While most associations function effectively and without significant conflict, issues can and do arise. Some of the more complicated issues involve the challenge of balancing the rights of the individual homeowner with those of the community as a whole. Rather than taking sides in such disputes, CAI strives to promote effective, efficient and harmonious communities. In all cases, we encourage open and ongoing communication, responsive leadership and responsible citizenship.

That is why we developed Rights and Responsibilities for Better Communities, a series of 42 practices and principles designed to guide community association leadership and residents. For more information, visit www.caionline.org/rightsandresponsibilities/.

For more information on any of the topics addressed in these statements, contact Frank Rathbun, vice president of communications, at 703.548.8600, ext. 261, or via email at FRathbun@caionline.org.

Media Statements (Word documents)

A Brief History of Association-Governed Communities and CAI

Collecting Association Assessments

Community Association Conflict

Community Association Signs and Speech

Community Association Governance

Community Association Governing Documents

Facts About Condominium Associations

Foreclosure as a Last Resort

Green Issues in Community Associations

Non-Owner Residents in Community Associations

Pets and Community Association Rules

Providing Services—and Value

Raising the Flag—and Flag Poles

The Profession of Community Association Manager

What You Should Know Before Buying A Home in a Community Association