HOA Violation Guides & Resources

Spring is HOA weed violation season. Learn your rights, state law protections for xeriscaping, and step-by-step dispute strategies before the fines start.

Find out what happens if you ignore an HOA violation notice. Learn the escalation timeline from warnings to fines, liens, and foreclosure — and how to protect yourself.

Yes, many HOAs restrict trampolines — but a fine isn't automatic. Know your rights, the approval rules, and exactly how to dispute a trampoline violation.

Complete guide to California HOA law changes in 2026 including AB 130 fine caps, SB 326 inspection deadlines, SB 770 EV charger rules, and new homeowner protections.

Georgia SB 406 passed both chambers and is on Governor Kemp's desk. Mandatory HOA registration, doubled foreclosure threshold, and a new homeowner bill of rights.

North Carolina HOA reform bill HB 444 builds on fine caps ($100/violation, $2,500 max), limits foreclosure, and reforms management contracts. What it means.

Most HOAs restrict above-ground pools, but not every ban holds up. See what approval you need, why HOAs say no, and the 3 defenses that void a pool fine.

Can an HOA fine you for lawn ornaments or yard art? Learn HOA decoration rules, what counts as a violation, free speech protections, and how to fight it.

Can an HOA fine you for a shed? Learn HOA shed rules, approval requirements, size and material limits, state protections, and how to fight a shed violation.

What happens if you build without HOA approval, and what to do about it: approval requirements, common patio cover restrictions, and defenses that void a fine.

Can an HOA put a lien on your house for unpaid fines or dues? Learn which states allow HOA liens, the foreclosure risks, and how to protect your property.

HOA mediation vs arbitration: learn the costs, timelines, binding vs non-binding outcomes, and which option gives homeowners the best results in a dispute.