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Pet Violations

Understanding pet restrictions and your rights as a pet owner.

Common Pet Violations

  • Breed Restrictions: Owning a breed on the HOA's restricted list
  • Pet Limits: Exceeding the maximum number of pets allowed
  • Leash Requirements: Pets off-leash in common areas
  • Waste Cleanup: Failure to pick up after pets
  • Size/Weight Limits: Pets exceeding size restrictions

Your Rights

Important protections for pet owners:

  • Service Animals: HOAs cannot restrict service animals under the ADA
  • Emotional Support Animals: May be protected under Fair Housing Act
  • Grandfather Clauses: Pets owned before rule changes may be exempt
  • State Laws: Some states limit HOA pet restrictions

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