The proposed bill would amend current statutes by adding specific provisions that prohibit condominium unit owners' associations (COAs) and planned community associations (HOAs) from banning the installation or use of lighted home address devices. These devices must provide a lighted display of the house number, flash to signal emergencies, be visible from the street, and have a low-light adjustment. Additionally, the bill allows associations to establish reasonable rules regarding the placement of these devices, provided that such rules do not hinder their installation or functionality and comply with municipal lighting ordinances.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that courts award reasonable attorney fees and costs to any party that successfully challenges a COA or HOA for violations related to the use of lighted home address devices. This provision aims to ensure that homeowners have recourse if their rights to install such devices are infringed upon by their associations. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance homeowners' rights while maintaining a framework for reasonable regulation by associations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 33-1261.01, 33-1816.01
Senate Engrossed Version: 33-1261.01, 33-1816.01