Document Review
Upload a violation notice, fine notice, letter or other HOA document and see what it says, which parts of the Davis-Stirling Act apply, issues to consider and possible next steps.
For California homeowners and HOA board members who need to understand a document before they respond.
Your first Review is free. No credit card required. Governing-document checks and letter drafting require a subscription.
When you'd use it
- Homeowner: “I received a violation and hearing notice. What should I look for?”
- Board member: “Does this fine notice include the hearing information the law requires?”
Violation and fine notices, delinquency and lien notices, records-request responses, meeting minutes, board letters, architectural decisions and other HOA documents.
How it works
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Upload the document
A PDF, Word (DOCX) or text file, or an image (JPG, PNG, TIFF, WebP), up to 15 MB. A clear photo of a paper notice, saved as JPG or PNG, works.
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It is checked against California HOA law
The Review identifies what kind of document it is and checks it against the parts of the Davis-Stirling Act that apply.
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See what it says and what to consider
Read a plain-language summary, the statutes that apply, issues to consider and possible next steps.
What you get
- A plain-language summary, written for a homeowner or for the board — switch between the two
- The Davis-Stirling Act sections that apply to this kind of document
- Issues to consider, such as notice or hearing requirements the document may not meet
- Questions you may want to ask
- Possible next steps — including drafting a response letter
With a subscription you can draft a response letter from the Review — for example a violation response, a fine response, a delinquency response, a records request, a board hearing follow-up, an Internal Dispute Resolution (IDR) request.
See where the findings come from
Each finding points to the Davis-Stirling Act section it relies on, so you can read the law yourself. With a subscription, if you have uploaded your governing documents, the Review also checks the document against your CC&Rs, bylaws and rules.
Review or ask your documents?
Use Review when you have a notice, letter, minutes or other HOA document you want help understanding.
To find out what your own CC&Rs, bylaws or rules say, ask your HOA documents instead. →
Good to know
- If only part of a long document was analyzed, the Review displays a coverage notice. Findings apply to the analyzed portion.
- It is a research and reference tool, not legal advice. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed California attorney.
Questions
What kinds of documents can I review?
Violation and fine notices, delinquency and lien notices, records-request responses, meeting minutes, board letters, architectural decisions and other HOA documents.
What will the Review show me?
A plain-language summary (for a homeowner or the board), the Davis-Stirling Act sections that apply, issues to consider, questions to ask, and possible next steps.
Does it use my HOA's governing documents?
With a subscription, if you have uploaded your governing documents, the Review also checks the document against them. The free Review checks it against California HOA law only.
Can I review a photo of a notice?
Yes. You can upload a PDF, Word (DOCX) or text file, or an image (JPG, PNG, TIFF, WebP), up to 15 MB. A clear, well-lit photo works best.
Is this legal advice?
No. Davis-Stirling-Act.ai is a research and reference tool. For advice about your situation, consult a licensed California attorney.
What can I do after the Review?
Use the possible next steps it suggests. With a subscription you can also draft a response letter, such as a violation response, a fine response or an IDR request.
Can I try it free?
Yes. Your first Review is free, and you can start it before creating an account.
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