(1) Notwithstanding any contrary provision in the declaration or organizational documents, prior to an election of board members, the association must provide notice to all unit owners of the following:

(a) The number of board positions that may be filled;

(b) The qualifications to be a board candidate, if any; and

(c) The process, manner, and deadline for submitting nominations.

(2) If the board determines that any nominee is not a qualified candidate, the board shall notify the nominee of the basis for the disqualification, and the procedure for appealing the disqualification.