Definition
An owner's legal right, in most states, to review certain HOA records like minutes, financials, and governing documents.
In most states, owners have the right to inspect specified association records — commonly governing documents, meeting minutes, budgets, and financial statements — usually on reasonable request. Some categories, like sensitive legal or personal matters, are typically protected.
Boards should know what their state and documents require them to make available and be ready to provide it promptly. Well-organized, digital records make honoring inspection requests easy and signal a transparent, trustworthy board.