Condominium and HOA records access in Missouri
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| Who may request | Unit owners and agents; nonprofit HOA members |
|---|---|
| Deadline | 10 days for a newer condo's resale certificate |
| Fees | No caps; reasonable charges for certificates |
| Complaints | Circuit court; no state regulator |
| Penalty | No fine; attorney's fees possible in court |
| Country | United States |
| Checked against official text | October 30, 2026 |
In Missouri, the law sets who may see the records of an unit owners' association, how quickly they must be provided, what may be charged for them, and where an owner can complain.[1][2][3] This summary was checked against the official text on October 30, 2026.
This is general information, not legal advice. Check the official text in the references before relying on it.
Who may request records
Unit owners and agents; nonprofit HOA members.
Deadlines
No deadline; 5 business days' notice if incorporated.
Fees
| Certificate | Newer condos: resale certificate in 10 days, no cap |
|---|---|
| Other documents | Condos: no copy rule; nonprofits: copies at cost |
Complaints and penalties
| Where to complain | Circuit court; no state regulator |
|---|---|
| Penalty for not complying | No fine; attorney's fees possible in court |
References
- Revised Statutes of Missouri, chapter 448 (index and sections 448.080, 448.180, 448.190, 448.200, 448.1-102, 448.1-103, 448.1-114, 448.3-102, 448.3-108, 448.3-116, 448.3-118, 448.4-101, 448.4-109, 448.4-117). Missouri Revisor of Statutes.
- RSMo 355.821, 355.826, 355.831, 355.836, 355.841, 355.846.
- RSMo 442.404 and 442.558.
- Missouri House, HB 3176 (2026) bill page and summary.
- Missouri House, HB 3176 (2026) bill summary, full text (read at the merge).
- Missouri House, HB 2840 (2026) bill page and summary.
See also: records law in other jurisdictions.