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As of yesterday, June 4, Colorado Governor Jared Polis has provided guidelines for how community pools may reopen. While pools are permitted to open, to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of Coloradans, there are still COVID19 safety measures which do not permit pools to be used at full capacity: Pool capacity must be limited […]

Although all Colorado pools are required to remain closed through May 26, 2020, the CDC has now provided guidance for re-opening pools and hot tubs.   We know that there are many questions about whether, how, and when associations should have a  hot tub and pool re-open ing.  According to the CDC, COVID-19 is not transmitted […]

Effective May 6, 2020, anyone 3 years of age and older is required to wear a face covering in certain public settings within the City and County of Denver.  Denver is not unique and is among a growing list of local county and municipal governments mandating the use of face masks when engaging in various […]

IS THE ASSOCIATION REQUIRED TO REFUND ASSESSMENTS BECAUSE OF CLOSED FACILITIES? Many associations have temporarily closed common facilities in response to COVID-19 and social distancing guidelines. Thises facilities include such as clubhouses, laundry rooms, fitness rooms, and hot tubs. Many are wondering whether or how pools will be able to open later this month.  As […]

Colorado and most of the country are on stay-at-home orders of some kind.  Colorado state and federal courthouses have vacated in-person civil hearings, trials and other matters, subject to rescheduling.  With court closings, litigants have been forced to quickly adapt to virtual litigation activities that are customarily done in person.  This can include virtual depositions, […]