HOA Management in Connecticut

HOA operations in Connecticut are primarily governed by the Connecticut Common Interest Ownership Act (CIOA) (Conn. Gen. Stat. §47-200 through 47-299). Comprehensive statute governing common interest communities formed after January 1, 1984. Covers governance, assessments, meetings, and owner rights. Older condominiums governed by the Condominium Act of 1976. Condominiums are additionally governed by the Connecticut Condominium Act of 1976 (Conn. Gen. Stat. §47-68a through 47-90g).

Yes, Connecticut requires community association managers to be licensed. Connecticut requires community association managers to obtain a certificate of registration under Conn. Gen. Stat. §20-450 through 20-457. Application fee $60 plus $100 registration fee. Regulated by the Department of Consumer Protection. Regardless of state requirements, look for professional designations like CMCA, AMS, or PCAM when evaluating management companies.

Meetings governed by CIOA §47-250. Regular meetings with notice to members. Meetings must be open to unit owners. Board members owe fiduciary duties.

CIOA provides for ADR (mediation or arbitration) before formal legal action. Board may recommend mediation and state law may require it in certain circumstances. Neutral third party facilitates resolution.

Connecticut is a super lien state. HOA assessment liens have priority up to a specified amount over first mortgages. The super priority portion must be paid from foreclosure sale proceeds before satisfying the first mortgage.

CIOA continues to govern post-1984 communities comprehensively. Manager registration requirements remain in effect. Incremental updates to common interest community governance in 2023-2025.

Match HOA provides a free matching service that connects Connecticut HOA boards with vetted management companies. We verify that providers hold required Connecticut licenses and professional credentials like CMCA, AMS, or PCAM designations. Submit your community details through our intake form to receive matched recommendations within 48 hours.