At a Business Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18, the Board of Douglas County Commissioners introduced a new ordinance focused on establishing rules for construction defect litigation in our community. Now, they’re asking for your feedback.
Homeownership is a major factor in the health, safety, and financial wellbeing of residents and allows for families at every stage of life to find a property that fits their needs.
Obstacles such as construction defect litigation often prevent the construction of these new homes that are so important to our residents and the local economy. That is why the Board has introduced a system for governing construction defect litigation that will empower homeowners, hold builders responsible, and encourage the construction of owner-occupied developments.
Before an HOA can file a construction defect lawsuit, it must:
This ensures that homeowners—who ultimately bear the costs and consequences—have a direct voice in the decision.
If a homeowner reports a possible construction defect:
This helps resolve many issues quickly—without lengthy, expensive litigation.
If a construction defect claim involves County codes or regulations, the County will be notified and may perform its own inspection. This helps ensure that any safety or building-code concerns are addressed promptly and publicly.
The ordinance makes clear that:
This prevents minor or technical violations from triggering costly litigation while still protecting homeowners when real harm occurs.
