West Virginia HOA Law Changes 2021–2025: What Every Board Needs to Know

Overview of West Virginia HOA Law Changes 2021–2025

West Virginia community associations are governed by the Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act, W. Va. Code Chapter 36B. No confirmed enacted legislation could be verified for West Virginia HOAs during 2021–2025 — the activity found consisted of a bill of unclear final status and academic study recommendations, not settled law.

2024 Legislative Session

SB 188 — Status Unconfirmed

SB 188, introduced January 10, 2024 and amended January 25, 2024, was reportedly related to a "Mountain Homes Act" and proposed touching the Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act and Planned Community Bill of Rights provisions, along with a proposed new code section. Its final passage or signing into law could not be confirmed through available sources — treat this as introduced legislation of unclear status, not verified law.

UCIOA Study and Recommendation Process

Separately, a "2021 Recommended Amendments to UCIOA" was presented to the West Virginia Legislature's Committee on Interstate Cooperation in September 2021, and a "2023 Recommended Amendments to UCIOA" followed. These appear to be study/recommendation materials from the Uniform Law Commission process rather than enacted statutory changes, and should not be cited as current law.

Board Action Checklist

• Confirm SB 188's actual final status directly with the West Virginia Legislature before citing any of its proposed provisions as current law
• Do not treat the 2021 or 2023 "Recommended Amendments to UCIOA" study materials as enacted statutory changes
• Continue to operate under the existing Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act, W. Va. Code Chapter 36B, and your governing documents
• Consult West Virginia counsel before assuming any statutory right or requirement beyond the current Chapter 36B

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Legal disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed West Virginia attorney for guidance specific to your community.