What is an HOA petition?
An HOA petition is a written request signed by owners, usually to call a special meeting, propose a change to the governing documents, or ask the board to take a specific action.
Most bylaws let owners call a special meeting if a set percentage sign a petition. A petition that states the request clearly and records each signer’s unit makes it easy to verify.
What to include
- What the petition asks for, in one or two sentences
- The governing document section that allows it
- The percentage of owners required
- Each signer’s printed name, unit, signature, and date
- Who will deliver it and to whom
- A contact person for the petitioners
Template preview
Fill in the [highlighted] fieldsWe, the undersigned owners, request that the Board [call a special meeting of members / place the following on the agenda / take the following action]: [describe the request].
Under [governing document section], this petition requires signatures from owners of at least [percent]% of the units ([number] units).
Printed name · Unit / lot · Signature · Date
- ☐ Threshold met
- ☐ Threshold not met
Tips for using this template
Find the percentage required in your bylaws before collecting signatures.
Usually one vote per unit, so count units rather than signatures.
A clear request, like a meeting to vote on one amendment, is easier to act on.
Frequently asked questions
How many signatures do you need to call a special HOA meeting?
Your bylaws set the number, often 10% to 25% of the voting interests. Some states set a maximum the bylaws can require.
What happens after an HOA petition is submitted?
The board verifies signatures and, if the threshold is met, calls the meeting or takes the requested step within the time your documents or state law require.
Can renters sign an HOA petition?
Usually not. Voting rights belong to owners unless the governing documents say otherwise.