This bill amends Minnesota Statutes sections 515B.3-103 and 515B.3-110, focusing on the governance of common interest communities, specifically the rights of unit owners to participate in board meetings and the rules surrounding proxy voting. A significant addition to section 515B.3-103 is the requirement that unit owners or their designated representatives must be allowed to attend and speak at board meetings on agenda items and related topics, with the board having the authority to impose reasonable time limits on these discussions. Additionally, the bill clarifies that meetings of the board must generally be open to unit owners, with specific exceptions for sensitive topics.

In section 515B.3-110, the bill introduces a new provision stating that votes cast by board members on matters requiring a board vote must be done in person or by absentee ballot, explicitly prohibiting proxy voting in these instances. The bill also reinforces that any restrictions on a unit owner's voting rights due to nonpayment of assessments or other violations are void, ensuring that unit owners retain their voting rights regardless of such circumstances. Overall, the bill aims to enhance transparency and participation in the governance of common interest communities.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 515B.3