Rhode Island · 2027 checklist
Rhode Island HOA law checklist
The main law: Rhode Island Condominium Act (R.I.G.L. 34-36.1). Here's what a Rhode Island board needs to follow, and what HOA Manage sets up for you when you pick Rhode Island.
Last reviewed 2026-10-29. General information, not legal advice. Your governing documents may add requirements. Confirm with an attorney licensed in Rhode Island.
What's changing in 2026–2027
No major HOA law changes verified as of 2026-10-29. We check again each legislative session.
Elections and meetings
Notice must state each item to be voted on; generic 'other business' items are not votable.
- Typical notice before a members' vote: 10 days
- Typical default quorum: 20% of units
- Proxies generally allowed: Yes
- Secret ballot required for some votes: No
- Owner consent needed before electronic ballots: Yes
What HOA Manage does for you
- Pre-sets 10-day notice and 20% quorum on new votes
- Tracks each owner's e-voting consent before ballots go out
- Supports open and anonymous ballots
- Keeps an audit trail of notices, votes and e-signatures
- Adds these items to your board's Compliance checklist with due dates
See it with your own association's numbers
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