Delaware HOA Laws

Del. Code Title 25, Chapter 81 (UCIOA)

Has HOA Statute

Complete compliance reference for Delaware HOA and condo boards. Below you'll find late fee limits, violation notice procedures, reserve study requirements, collection rules, and meeting mandates — all based on current state statutes.

14

Day Cure Period

15

Day Grace Period

2

Day Board Meeting Notice

Yes

Hearing Required

Late Fee Rules

Maximum Flat FeeNo statutory cap
Maximum PercentageNo statutory cap
Cap Typereasonable
Minimum Grace Period15 days
Interest AllowedYes

Governed by declaration. Must be reasonable.

Violation Notice Rules

Written Notice Period14 days
Cure Period14 days
Hearing RequiredYes
Hearing Notice10 days advance
Certified MailNot required
Max Fine / ViolationNo statutory cap
ADR RequiredNo
StatuteDel. Code §81-316

Written notice and hearing opportunity required.

Reserve Study Requirements

Study RequiredYes — by state law
FrequencyEvery 5 years
Funding WaivableYes — by owner vote
Budget DisclosureRequired
Visual InspectionNot required
StatuteDel. Code §81-315

Reserve study required. Disclosure in resale certificates.

Collection & Lien Rules

Lien AllowedYes
Min Days Before Lien30 days
Foreclosure AllowedYes
Pre-Lien NoticeRequired
Pre-Lien Notice Period30 days
Payment Plan RequiredNo

Assessment liens per statute.

Meeting Requirements

Board Meeting Notice2 days
Annual Meeting Notice10 days
Open MeetingsRequired
Minutes AccessibleRequired

Open meetings per statute.

General Compliance Notes

  • Delaware adopted a version of UCIOA.
  • Reserve study mandated.

Legal Disclaimer

This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. HOA laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed attorney in Delaware for specific legal questions regarding your community.

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