Can You Ever Sue The HOA?
Yes. Both the HOA itself and any owner have the right to bring a civil suit to enforce compliance with the declaration, bylaws, and association rules. O.R.C. §5312.13. A plaintiff may seek money damages or injunctive relief (an order from the court requiring a party either take or refrain from taking certain action), along with court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees. Id. Jurisdiction lies with the Court of Common Pleas of the county in which the association is located. An HOA can be served with process either by delivering a summons to the president of the HOA’s board or, if the HOA is incorporated, through delivery of a summons to the association’s statutory agent. O.R.C. §5312.14.