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For better or for worse, Homeowners Associations (HOAs) get to call the shots in your neighborhood… or do they? Believe it or not, there are plenty of ways to stick it to your HOA without getting yourself into any legal trouble. We’ve brainstormed a lot of ideas to help you get started—just keep in mind that some of these options may depend on your state and local laws. Read on for plenty of easy and effective ways to (legally) annoy your HOA.
Things You Should Know
- Learn the ins and outs of your HOA rules so you can exploit potential loopholes.
- Install a satellite dish or antenna—the federal government protects your right to have them.
- Explore your local and state laws, as some states make exceptions for hang-drying clothes, installing solar panels, and more.
- Be an active member of your HOA community (or even join the board) to make your voice heard.
Steps
Expert Q&A
Tips
- Fed up with your HOA? Chat with your neighbors and see how they’re feeling about everything that’s going on. With some extra support, you can put a little more pressure on your HOA.Thanks
Warnings
- Getting “revenge” on your HOA may feel cathartic in the moment, but it won’t always score you many points in the long run. Think carefully before you take a permanent stand against the board, especially if you plan on living in your neighborhood for a while.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.consumerreports.org/buying-a-home/what-you-should-know-about-a-homeowners-association-before-you-buy-into-one/
- ↑ https://ecode360.com/35897543
- ↑ https://www.hud.gov/program_offices/fair_housing_equal_opp/fair_housing_act_overview
- ↑ https://www.nwf.org/Home/Magazines/National-Wildlife/2022/Feb-Mar/Gardening/HOAs
- ↑ https://wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Plants/Laws
- ↑ https://www.sightline.org/2012/02/21/clothesline-bans-void-in-19-states/
- ↑ https://www.fcc.gov/media/over-air-reception-devices-rule
- ↑ https://www.caionline.org/Advocacy/Priorities/SolarRestrictions/Pages/default.aspx
- ↑ https://dre.colorado.gov/blog-post/political-signs-and-hoas
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