State • Georgia

SB 406: "Georgia Property Owners' Bill of Rights Act"; enact

Matt BrassIntroduced

SB 406 status: Introduced — Effective Date (updated Jan 1, 2027).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score50/100 civic fit
RiskHigh risk
ImpactHigh impact 75/100

Bill summary

Official

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to require the registration of property owners' associations; to provide for renewals and amendments; to provide for appeals; to provide for a State Board for Review of Complaints Rega...

Key analysis

Constitutionality70%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental benefit identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental risk identified

Economy

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Establishes clearer rules for assessments and liens, potentially improving financial stability for HOAs.
  • Provides a formal process for dispute resolution, which could reduce costly litigation.

Risks

  • Increases administrative burden and costs for property owners' associations through registration and renewal requirements.
  • Potential for increased fees or assessments to cover new regulatory compliance costs.

Society

Positive Outlook
60%

Benefits

  • Creates a state board for reviewing complaints, offering a new avenue for homeowners to seek redress.
  • Formalizes rights and processes for property owners in relation to their associations.

Risks

  • Introduces new registration and amendment procedures that may be complex for associations and homeowners.
  • Potential for increased disputes and appeals through the new review board.
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

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Confidence

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

Effective Date

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
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Enacted

Upcoming
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