Virginia HOA and condominium associations are governed by the Virginia Property Owners Association Act (POA Act) and the Virginia Condominium Act, both in Title 55.1 of the Virginia Code. From 2021 through 2025, the Virginia General Assembly has steadily updated both statutes — adding virtual meeting authority, defining reserve studies, strengthening owner representative rights, and requiring new disclosures in resale certificates. Virginia boards that have not reviewed their procedures for each of these sessions may be out of compliance.
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2021: Electronic Meeting Authority (Effective July 1, 2021)
Virtual Meeting Amendments — Electronic Meeting Authority
Both the POA Act and the Condominium Act were amended to explicitly allow boards to hold meetings by electronic communication (video conferencing, phone) and to send meeting notices electronically — unless governing documents expressly prohibit it. Boards that previously held in-person-only meetings now have statutory authority to meet virtually. Boards whose governing documents expressly prohibit electronic meetings should consult counsel about whether an amendment is advisable.
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2022: Authorized Representative Rule
Representative Authorization — Authorized Representative Rule
Virginia associations must recognize persons designated in writing by a property owner as authorized representatives for association matters. The 2022 legislation expanded the list of persons authorized to request disclosure packets and resale certificates on an owner's behalf under §55.1-1823 (POA) and §55.1-1962 (Condominium Act). Boards that were previously limiting requests to owners only must now honor written designations.
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2023–2024: Reserve Study Defined in Code
Reserve Study Definition — Reserve Study Defined in Code
Virginia Code §55.1-1800 (POA) and §55.1-1900 (Condominium) now formally define "reserve study" as a capital budget planning tool for determining the physical status and estimated repair or replacement cost of capital components, along with association funding capacity. Having a statutory definition strengthens the requirement for associations to conduct and use reserve studies in financial planning.
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2025: Insurance Deductible Disclosure and Management Company Transition Rights
HB 1704 / SB 808 — Insurance Deductible Disclosure in Resale Certificates
Resale certificates under §55.1-2310 must now clearly state that unit owners may be liable for the association's master insurance policy deductible when the association files a claim. This disclosure protects buyers from being surprised by deductible liability after closing.
HB 2750 — Management Company Transition Rights
HB 2750 strengthens an association's ability to transition when replacing a professional management company, amending §54.1-2353, §54.1-2354.5, §55.1-1837 (POA Act), and §55.1-1940.1 (Condo Act). Boards that have experienced difficulty obtaining records and assets during a management company transition have stronger statutory rights under this legislation.
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What Virginia HOA Boards Should Do Now
1. Review governing documents for any express prohibition on electronic meetings — if none exists, you have full authority to meet virtually (2021 amendments).
2. Update resale certificate templates to include insurance deductible liability disclosure (HB 1704 / SB 808, 2025).
3. Honor written owner designations of authorized representatives for all association communication and records requests (2022 legislation).
4. Ensure your reserve study is current and properly documented under the statutory definition (§55.1-1800 / §55.1-1900).
5. If transitioning management companies, consult HB 2750's new transition rights provisions to ensure full records and asset transfer.
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How APM Provides Remote HOA Management in Virginia
APM provides professional remote HOA and condo management to Virginia boards through our HOA Alchemy platform, serving communities in Virginia Beach, Richmond, Arlington, and across the state. Our compliance team tracks Virginia General Assembly updates to the POA Act and Condominium Act and keeps client procedures current. Contact us at billing@apmhoa.com or visit [apmhoa.com/remote-hoa-management/virginia](https://www.apmhoa.com/remote-hoa-management/virginia) for a free remote management proposal.
*This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For questions specific to your association, consult a licensed Virginia attorney.*
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