Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 116 - Common-Interest Ownership
Here’s a breakdown of Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) Chapter 116 – Common‑Interest Ownership, the regulations that implement NRS Chapter 116 regarding homeowner associations, condominiums, and common-interest communities:
📘 Overview of NAC Chapter 116
NAC Chapter 116 provides detailed regulations governing the administration, enforcement, and operation of common-interest communities (CICs) in Nevada. These rules support the state law found in NRS 116, covering areas such as governance, meetings, record-keeping, fines, disputes, and community manager certification (red.nv.gov).
✅ Key Sections
1. § 116.Sec. 1 – Governing Fines for Safety-Related Violations
If a violation of governing documents poses an imminent threat to health, safety, or welfare of residents:
The executive board must impose fines that are reasonably proportional to the violation (per NRS 116.31031).
A single violation fine may be up to $5,000 (law.cornell.edu).
Defines what constitutes an imminent threat, e.g., neglect or intentional acts with potential for immediate harm (law.cornell.edu).
Exempts non-threatening conduct (e.g., profanity, expression of opinions, otherwise lawful behavior) from these high fines (law.cornell.edu).
Associations may still impose fines for etiquette or anti-bullying policy breaches—but capped as above and only when not imminently threatening (law.cornell.edu).
This section was added by the Real Estate Commission’s regulation R129‑21A on December 29, 2022 (law.cornell.edu).
2. Dispute Resolution & Administrative Process
NAC specifies the procedures for filing complaints, including:
Amount of notice required to respondents.
Use of certified mail for notification.
Use of optional informal conferences or alternate dispute resolution, such as mediation or arbitration (law.cornell.edu, law.justia.com).
Mediation subsidies:
Available per unit annually, up to $500 per association, $250 per unit owner (red.nv.gov).
If the Ombudsman finds an egregious violation, the Commission conducts a formal hearing within 90 days (red.nv.gov).
3. Certification for Community Managers (NAC 116A, related)
Administratively referenced within NAC 116 context:
Temporary or full certificates require proof of experience, coursework, and continuing education (codes.findlaw.com).
Includes requirement to complete 18 hours of instruction on the Uniform Common‑Interest Ownership Act within 1 year.
🏛️ Practical Implications
Board members must follow strict, regulated procedures when issuing fines—especially for safety concerns.
Owners and associations have avenues for dispute resolution, with financial support to access it.
Community managers must maintain proper credentials and training as mandated through NAC 116A.
📝 Where to Read More
Official NAC text is available under "CHAPTER 116 – COMMON‑INTEREST OWNERSHIP" on the Nevada Legislature website (leg.state.nv.us, codes.findlaw.com).
Cornell’s online repository also provides structured section headings for easier navigation .
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