Homeowners Association vs. Neighborhood Association

Homeowner's Association

Each homeowner in a subdivision pays mandatory monthly or annual dues to the HOA. The dues maintain common property, such as private roads or recreational facilities.

• FACT: Not all homeowners have a HOA.
• FACT: HOAs are established when the subdivision/condo is constructed and are a legal entity that can enforce contracts with homeowners.
• FACT: The HOA board is elected by association members, officers may be elected by membership or by the Board of Directors.
• FACT: The HOA has no affliation with City of Boise.

Benefits

• Architectural controls. Residents are required to submit for approval any modification projects to the home’s exterior.
• Access to private amenities. For example: walking trails, swimming pools, residential neighborhood parks, etc.
• Added layer of support in dealing with neighborhood property issues.

Neighborhood Association

People do not pay into their Neighborhood Association. Neighborhood Associations are a volunteer group that focuses on general advocacy and community events, and is a voice between residents and the city.

• FACT: All residents (renter or homeowner) and businesses (owners and employees) within the NA geography are members.
• FACT: The NA board is elected by association members, officers may be elected by membership or by the Board of Directors.
• FACT: NAs have no enforcement powers.
• FACT: NAs are governed by Bylaws adopted when the NA formed.
• FACT: NAs are registered with the City of Boise.

Benefits

• Structure to bring the neighborhood together to plan and hold social events.
• Ability to represent the neighborhood and present neighborhood-approved statements at city public hearings.
• Eligible to apply for capital and/or social projects through the City of Boise Neighborhood Investment Program.

Boise's Neighborhood Associations