California HOA Elections

Nomination Form

A document allowing an association member to nominate themselves as a candidate for the Board of Directors.

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At a Glance

How Condo Elects handles nomination forms

Condo Elects mails nomination forms at least 94 days before the election. Candidates have 30 days to respond — Condo Elects requires the return deadline to fall at least 64 days before the vote to allow time for processing. For elections by acclamation, the response window is 90 days after mailing.

Mailed by Condo Elects At least 94 days before the election
Response window 30 days after mailing (64+ days before election)
Acclamation 90 days after mailing
Used for Annual elections, recalls, elections by acclamation
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Definition

How nomination forms are used

This document allows an association member to nominate themselves as a candidate for the Board of Directors and submit a candidate statement, subject to any candidacy requirements established in the association's election rules. Nomination forms must be returned by the deadline, which is set 30 days after mailing (or 90 days after mailing for election by acclamation); however, Condo Elects requires this deadline to be at least 64 days before the vote to ensure compliance and proper processing. If the association chooses to conduct the election by acclamation, a statement regarding this decision must be included.

Also Known As Call for Candidates
Date Mailing Due At Least 94 Days Before the Election
Response Deadline 30 Days After Mailing Date (At Least 64 Days Before the Election); 90 Days After Mailing Date for Election By Acclamation
Format By Email or Paper (Depending on Election Rules and Preference)
Notes Candidate requirements are set in the association's election rules but must follow the Davis-Stirling Act. Associations can establish qualifications, but they cannot impose any that go beyond what the law allows.
Election Types Annual Elections, Recalls, Elections by Acclamation

Further Reading

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