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Panel backs bill to limit HOA fee increases and protect home‑based child care
Summary
The Judiciary Committee passed House Bill 11‑52 on a 12–1 vote. The bill would stop HOAs from increasing resident fees unless homeowners voting in quorum approve and would prohibit HOAs from banning home‑based child care that complies with state and local safety laws.
Representative Lawson asked the Judiciary Committee to support House Bill 11‑52, which would prohibit homeowners associations from increasing resident fees without a homeowner quorum vote and would bar HOAs from restricting legally licensed home‑based child care. "This bill would prohibit homeowners associations from increasing residence fees unless a quorum of the homeowners vote on their budget and fees," Lawson said.
Witnesses offered mixed reactions. Kelly Elmore, an attorney representing community associations, said she supported affordability goals but warned that removing a post‑turnover cap on increases could force associations that cannot obtain quorum to operate without funds for insurance or repairs. "If we remove that restriction... Developer lawsuits are going to skyrocket," Elmore told the committee.
Camille Blunt of the Indiana Chamber framed the bill as workforce policy, saying expanding home‑based child care aligns with economic goals. Sam Sneidman from United Way Central Indiana said the state has about "2,000 licensed home based child care providers... that serve a little over 26,000 children," and supported the bill as a way to expand supply.
After discussion, the committee recorded a roll call of 12–1 in favor of the bill.
