The bill amends the General Laws in Chapter 34-36.1 entitled "Condominium Law," specifically sections 34-36.1-1.02 and 34-36.1-3.08. The amendments clarify the applicability of the chapter to condominiums created within the state after July 1, 1982, and provide that condominiums created before this date may voluntarily accept the provisions of this chapter. The bill specifies that acceptance of the chapter's provisions by older condominiums must be evidenced by a written agreement executed by the condominium association and all unit owners, and recorded in the land evidence records. The acceptance applies prospectively and does not affect the legality or validity of actions taken prior to the acceptance. The bill also states that certain sections of the chapter apply to all condominiums created before July 1, 1982, but only with respect to events and circumstances occurring after that date.
Additionally, the bill introduces new provisions regarding meetings of the condominium association. It requires that an association meeting be held at least once a year and allows for special meetings to be called under certain conditions. Notices for meetings must be delivered or mailed to unit owners within a specified time frame and may be sent electronically if authorized. The bill outlines that association meetings must take place in a physical location within the city, town, or county where the condominium is located, unless the declaration or bylaws authorize remote participation. It further allows for remote participation in meetings, including the establishment of a quorum and voting, if authorized in the declaration or bylaws. The executive board may provide for remote participation using digital networks or telephone circuits, and the notice of meeting must include access information for remote participation. The act will take effect upon passage and also makes the "meetings" requirements applicable to condominiums created before July 1, 1982, permitting remote participation in condominium meetings.