Board Misconduct &
Governance Issues
Nevada law under NRS 116.31083 imposes strict governance obligations on HOA boards. When boards act outside their authority, fail to follow proper procedures, or mismanage funds, homeowners have powerful remedies.
Types of Board Misconduct
Open Meeting Violations
Board meetings must be open to homeowners with proper advance notice. Secret meetings or decisions made outside of properly noticed meetings may be invalid.
Financial Mismanagement
Board members have a fiduciary duty to manage HOA funds responsibly. Unauthorized expenditures, missing funds, or failure to maintain reserves may constitute misconduct.
Election Irregularities
HOA elections must follow specific procedures. Improper candidate disqualification, ballot manipulation, or failure to hold required elections are violations.
Failure to Follow Governing Documents
Board members must act within the authority granted by the CC&Rs and bylaws. Actions taken outside this authority may be void and unenforceable.
Lack of Transparency
Homeowners have the right to be informed about HOA decisions, finances, and operations. Deliberate concealment of information may be a violation.
Conflict of Interest
Board members must disclose conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from related votes. Undisclosed conflicts can invalidate board decisions.
What Nevada Law Requires of HOA Boards
How to Address Board Misconduct
Nevada Real Estate Division (NRED)
NRED investigates complaints against HOAs and board members. They can impose civil penalties and require corrective action.
File an NRED Complaint →Homeowner Petition
Nevada law allows homeowners to petition for a special meeting or to remove board members through a recall election.
Organize Homeowners →Mediation
Nevada offers mediation through NRED as an alternative to litigation for resolving HOA disputes.
Request Mediation →Legal Action
Courts can invalidate improper board decisions, remove board members, and award damages in cases of serious misconduct.
Consult an Attorney →Recommended Tools for Board Misconduct
These tools are specifically matched to help you document, report, and hold your board accountable.
Dispute Letter Generator
Most RelevantGenerate a formal demand letter citing specific NRS violations and requiring the board to correct its conduct or face NRED action.
Use this toolDispute Triage
Start HereAssess the severity of the misconduct and get a prioritized action plan — from NRED complaint to legal escalation.
Use this toolCase Timeline Builder
RecommendedDocument the pattern of board misconduct chronologically — critical for NRED complaints and legal proceedings.
Use this toolDispute File Organizer
Organize meeting minutes, financial records, and communications into a structured file for your misconduct case.
Use this toolReport board misconduct
Document the violations and understand your options for holding your board accountable.