Members. California's homeowner and condominium associations are not part of the public sector, they are private membership organizations. As a result, the general public does not have a right to attend board or membership meetings. Moreover, the legal right to attend meetings as provided for in the Open Meeting Act is reserved for members. Civil Code §1363.05(b).

Non-Members. Because they are not members, lawyers, renters & spouses, contractors, and potential buyers do not have a legal right to attend meetings. Even so, industry practice is to allow non-member spouses, tenants and guests to attend so long as they do not disrupt meetings. Industry practice is to prohibit non-member lawyers.

Power of Attorney. If a member is unable to attend meetings, he/she may give a member or non-member a power of attorney to go on their behalf. The member's agent has a right to speak during Open Forum.

Disruptive Attendees. Disruptive attendees, despite their membership status, can be removed from meetings.