IREM Certified Property Manager (CPM) Practice Test

Ignoring due process in a community can significantly reduce the level of trust and fairness among its members. Due process ensures that all individuals are treated equally and have the right to be heard before actions are taken that could affect their rights or property. When due process is disregarded, members may feel marginalized or treated unfairly, leading to feelings of resentment and distrust within the community. This erosion of trust can hinder collaboration, breed conflict, and create an overall adversarial environment, which diminishes the sense of community.

In contrast, the other options suggest positive outcomes—stronger leadership, improved property values, and higher attendance at meetings—that are less likely to occur in an environment where fairness is not upheld. Instead, the absence of due process leads to greater discord and dissatisfaction among members, ultimately impacting the overall harmony and functionality of the community.