Definition
Quorum is the minimum participation required for an HOA meeting or vote to conduct certain official business. The required number or percentage usually comes from governing documents or applicable law.
Plain language
Quorum is the minimum attendance or participation needed before the HOA can take certain official actions.
Why it matters
If quorum is not met, votes or board actions may need to be postponed or handled under different procedures.
Examples
A membership meeting requiring a percentage of owners present in person or by proxy.
A board meeting requiring a majority of directors.
A community vote that needs enough eligible participation before results are valid.
Common questions
Who decides the quorum requirement?
The requirement usually comes from the governing documents and applicable law. Boards should confirm the specific rule before relying on a vote.
How can software help with quorum?
Software can connect eligible voter lists, meeting notices, attendance, ballots, proxies where tracked, and final results in one governance record.
Put this term into the operating record.
Run board and community votes with connected notices, ballot options, eligible voter context, dates, results, minutes, and supporting documents.