Q: Q: Can I be Fined by HOA Board in 2019 for Not Obtaining a Bldg. Permit to build a Room Addition approved by HOA in 2013
I added a Utility Room to my Mobile Home completely Un-Attached and Free Standing. I received HOA Board Approval and was NEVER Told in 2013 I also needed a State Building Permit.
A:
It is possible that the construction without obtaining all necessary permits could violate a HOA rule or regulation and could result in their imposition of a fine. You should consult with the City building department regarding issuance of a permit or whatever they would want after the fact. This is not an uncommon occurrence. Unclear if you need a "State" building permit, since these are normally handled by cities. HOA was not obligated to tell you that you needed a building permit, it was your obligation to find out or for your contractor to tell you. Since you said "I added a...." I assume that you did the work yourself, and did not know about needing a building permit.
You have another issue, and that is whether it is proper for the HOA to wait 6 years before taking action. This would also depend on the HOA rules and regulations. They may have waived their rights to complain about any defects. You should speak with an attorney that practices in the area of Construction Law, in Orange County.
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