HOA fee increase approved by Board and rejected by owners

[Terry Lao]

I am on HOA Board that has recently proposed to raise monthly HOA fee from $695 to $1411. The raise was due to mismanagement by management company, late bills, and legitmate expenses. The increase will make current owners want to sell their property, scare away future prospective buyers. lower cashflows, and lower property values.

This increase was passed by the HOA Board and now needs 2/3 votes from owners. I do not believe will get 2/3 approval. However, I was informed that it is possible to override the 2/3 vote by submitting emergency request to Department of Real Estate.

Is this correct?

Terry