HOA Violation Guides & Resources

An HOA records request gets you meeting minutes, violation history, and fine schedules. Learn how to file a formal written request and build your defense.

Can an HOA fine you for a yard sale? Only if the rule is in writing and due process was followed. Learn the 'commercial activity' loophole and fight back.

Some states void HOA composting bans outright. Learn which states protect your right to compost, what HOAs can legally regulate, and how to fight a composting fine.

Can an HOA fine you for a generator? They can restrict placement, noise, and fuel storage - but only with specific rules and due process. Here are 5 defenses.

Can an HOA fine you for an outdoor grill? Only if the CC&R rules are specific, properly adopted, and enforced with due process. Here are 5 defenses that work.

California can't let an HOA prohibit a family day care - Health & Safety Code §§1597.40-1597.46 makes it a residential use. How to fight a notice.

Can an HOA foreclose on your house in Florida? Statute §720.3085 sets four procedural triggers most boards trip over. Learn the trap and how to fight back.

HOA retaliation in Texas? Property Code §209.005 and §202.018 protect you when the board targets you for speaking out or asking for records. How to prove it.

Georgia SB 406, the Property Owners Bill of Rights, requires HOA registration, raises the foreclosure threshold to $4,000, and adds a complaint process.

Minnesota's HOA Bill of Rights (HF1268/SF1750) caps fines at $100, bans retaliation, and limits legal fees. Retroactive to January 1, 2026. Know your rights.

Can an HOA fine you for outdoor string lights? Rules vary widely and procedural errors often void fines. Learn your rights and state protections here.

Can an HOA fine you for a hot tub? Permanent spas may need ARC approval, but portable ones often fall outside CC&R 'structure' rules. Learn the defenses.