How to send a HOA violation notice in Georgia

In Georgia, a HOA violation notice may be delivered by First-Class mail, certified mail with electronic return receipt, hand delivery; certified mail is permitted. The notice period is 10 days.

Last reviewed September 21, 2026 · Business research, not legal advice.

Requirement	Georgia HOA violation notice
Delivery method	First-Class mail, certified mail with electronic return receipt, hand delivery — Cortul also sends a First-Class copy.
Notice period	10 days (calendar days)
Deemed received	When it is mailed
Notice must include	Written notice of the violation at least 10 days before the association seeks an injunction (§44-3-223); fines or suspension only as the declaration provides
If refused or unclaimed	Refused mail is treated as received; unclaimed mail gets a First-Class copy as the additional step courts look for.
Statutes	O.C.G.A. §44-3-223 (HB 220, 2024)

Step by step

Write the notice with every required element (the Georgia template in Cortul already has them).
Verify the recipient's mailing address with USPS.
Send it by a method the law allows, and keep a mailed copy.
Keep the mailing and tracking records, and your own record of any service you did yourself.
Calendar the deadline from the mailing date.