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Board debates lava-lot definitions as county buyouts reach 188 parcels
Summary
The board reviewed a new map showing lava flow and county buyouts (188 lots) and held extended debate on how to treat 'lava lots' for assessments and whether prior $100 charges were handled with proper notice; the item was tabled pending numbers from the treasurer.
Board members reviewed a new map showing the lava flow and county buyouts and discussed how those classifications should affect association assessments. President John Segalla told members that county records showed 188 buyout lots as of last month and said the lava-lot working group is preparing a recommendation on whether and how to assess owners of lots with partial lava coverage or no road access.
Members raised fairness concerns about previous ad hoc charges (a $100 lava-lot assessment was cited) and whether notice and pro-rata procedures were followed under the bylaws; some urged refunding or adjusting charges where proper notice was not given. The board agreed to table a final decision until next month when Janice will provide a clearer accounting of which lots were billed and what revenue was collected.
