RI S3094

Applies to homeowners' associations with 10 or more separately owned parcels, establishing minimum governance standards including fiduciary duties for directors and officers

Requires at least 14 days advance notice for board meetings, with meetings open to members except for executive sessions involving litigation, personnel matters, or attorney-client communications

Members may speak for at least 3 minutes on agenda items at meetings, and 20% of voting interests can petition the board to address specific business items within 60 days

Amendments to governing documents require approval by either more than 50% of voting interests plus two-thirds of the board, or more than 66⅔% of voting interests

Capital improvements exceeding $15,000 annually require majority member approval; mandatory presuit mediation required for disputes regarding covenants, meetings, or records access before filing lawsuits