Everything you need to know about fighting your HOA

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HOME ENERGY FIGHTS

HOAs install arrays of solar panels on their roofs.

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A regressive HOA made up a rule and then tried to take away this family's home — so they fought back in court

Homeowner Joey Myles

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Freedom-loving homeowner wins battle over HOA's power-hungry 'aesthetic' policy: 'This is about property rights'

Homeowner's association

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Defiant couple battles HOA in court after violating their allegedly 'illegal' neighborhood rules: 'There was no reason'

YARD & GARDEN FIGHTS

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Valiant couple's ferocious lawn feud with heavy-handed HOA leads to change in state law: 'If they fight back, they can win'

Native grasses in the lawn, lawn rules

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Homeowner finds clever way to push back against HOA's frustratingly strict lawn rules: 'They got mad at me this year'

Raised vegetable beds

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Homeowner plots defense of property rights after 'ludicrous' HOA response to their garden: 'State laws supersede any HOA laws'

LATEST HOA ARTICLES

Many HOAs make unreasonable demands on homeowners to meet green lawn standards, often blocking helpful, eco-friendly changes.

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Homeowner met with warnings after considering controversial method to prevent HOA fines: 'You would likely need to get plans drawn up'

"I don't see the appeal of green grass."

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Homeowner laments HOA's ban on hardy grass alternatives: 'I'm always wondering why these grass types were selected'

"You did such a great job!"

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Homeowner shares before-and-after photos of incredible landscaping transformation: 'I couldn't be happier'

"This is the way in an HOA. Looks so much better now."

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Gardener shares before-and-after photos after HOA approves new garden: 'You really worked hard on that'

In this situation, putting in concrete on the creek banks would be an expensive eyesore and harmful to the environment.

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HOA member concerned about potential creek project: 'There is a dispute of ownership and who would be financially responsible'

"You really have to hold people's hands when it comes to this stuff."

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Homeowner devastated by lawn maintenance company's destructive actions in their backyard: 'That's unacceptable'

"Sometimes we have to invest in a bit of 'optics.'"

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Gardener distraught after receiving notice from city about landscaping: 'I'm so devastated and tired of fighting'

There are all too many stories of tenants struggling to obtain upgrades that benefit their health and save them money.

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Renter seeks advice after landlord's negligence worsens air quality from wildfire smoke: 'I'm still getting asthma symptoms'

"The HOA has no legal relationship with the leasing tenant."

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Renter baffled after receiving violation notice about HOA lawn requirements: 'Your landlord should be the one to receive the notices and is responsible'

"Get your paperwork in order and fight this!"

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Homeowner shocked to receive cease and desist letter after HOA backs out of agreement for home renovation: 'They lost the paperwork and now have no idea'

"In my opinion it's ridiculous."

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5 times HOAs stood in the way of money-saving home improvements

It's important to gather support from your neighbors. The more signatures you have, the stronger your case.

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Online petition could be effective method for advocating EV charging stations in HOA-restricted communities: 'We can drive the change'

"You can call your water company to report the HOA for excessive water use."

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Homeowner seeks advice after HOA demands ridiculous lawn upkeep amid severe drought: 'The state law overrides it'

"Cutting every weekend isn't feasible for me."

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Frustrated homeowner gets HOA violation as potentially invasive plant overruns front yard: 'This stuff grows lickety fast'

"This is commonplace in many HOAs."

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Homeowner outraged after receiving absurd violation notice from HOA: 'One of the many reasons why I don't like HOAs'

A prime example of how restrictive landlord or HOA policies can hinder the transition to greener, more sustainable living.

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EV owner met with warnings after considering dangerous DIY charging setup to comply with landlord's policy: 'I wouldn't touch that'

"Sounds like the HOA president is the problem, not the tree."

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Man furious after HOA demands removal of healthy backyard tree: 'Nobody should be on that side anyways'

Ignoring the AC's deficiency wasted energy, cost money, and potentially jeopardized the resident's health.

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Tenant seeks advice after landlord refuses crucial air conditioning request: 'Keep this receipt for when you renew'

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