Office of Common Ownership Communities

The Office of Common Ownership Communities (OCOC) is committed to providing owners, tenants, residents, boards of directors, and management companies of self-governing residential communities with information, assistance, and impartial dispute resolution programs that:

  • Improve the quality of life in the community,
  • Strengthen the self-governing community structure, and
  • Enhance the value of residential property in community associations.

The OCOC provides these services to the public with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to the highest ethical standards.
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New! DHCA is pleased to announce the launch of a new Common Area Assistance Loan Fund for Common Ownership Communities, including Condominium Associations, Cooperatives “Co-Ops,” and  HOAs experiencing financial hardship in their efforts to address immediate health or safety repairs, as documented by professional assessments or government citations.

Training and Webinars

Training and Webinars

Online training program for board members of common ownership communities. Provided by the CCOC.

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Common Ownership Communities

Common Ownership Communities

What you should know about living in a condominium, cooperative, or homeowners’ association.

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Registration of COCs

Registration of COCs

All condominium, cooperative, and homeowners’ associations must register with the County annually. 

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The Commission

The Commission

Educates residents on good governance and resolves disputes between residents and their associations. 

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Community Information

Community Information

Understanding “best practices” and proper procedure promotes good behavior, and reduces the number of disputes, between residents and boards of directors. 

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Law Library

Law Library

Use these links to view the laws and policies that govern COCs. 

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Filing a Complaint

Filing a Complaint

Filing a complaint begins a legal process that can be complicated, time consuming, and costly: understand the process before completing and filing the form. 

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COC News and Upcoming Events

COC News and Upcoming Events

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