Can an HOA Restrict or Ban Rentals and Short-Term Rentals?
HOAs ban or restrict rentals and short-term rentals: answers to questions, rules, guidelines, practical help for owners.
The HOA Handbook
Demystifying HOA Rules & Guidance on Dealing with HOAs
The HOA Handbook
Demystifying HOA Rules & Guidance on Dealing with HOAs
Category Legal Considerations
A concise guide to HOA legal considerations, covering governing documents, rule enforcement, residents’ rights, and guidance for questions, guidelines, and help.
Public vs. Private Streets: Can an HOA Enforce Traffic Rules on Public Roads?
Can HOAs enforce traffic on public streets? Questions answered, rules, guidelines, enforcement options, safety, fines, steps.
Can an HOA Restrict Solar Panels, Air Conditioners, and ADUs?
HOA rules on solar, ACs, and ADUs; get answers to questions, rights, permits, approvals, appeals, and practical steps.
De-Annexation: How to Remove Your Home from an HOA
Steps, costs, timelines, legal rules, voting, risks, and alternatives for removing your home from an HOA.
How Often Should HOA Bylaws Be Reviewed and Updated?
HOA bylaws: how often to review, triggers, amendment steps, approvals, notices, and record-keeping for boards and members.
Grandfather Clauses: Can an HOA Ban Something That Was Already There?
HOA grandfather clauses: retroactive bans, homeowner rights, timelines, rules, FAQs, guidelines, how to contest, and help.
How to Propose a New Rule or Change at an HOA Meeting
How to propose a new HOA rule: draft proposal, gather support, present at meeting, address concerns, follow board process, voting.
How to Evaluate Your HOA Before Buying a Home
Questions to ask, rules to review, guidelines on fees, assessments, governance; help evaluating an HOA before you buy.
How to Change HOA Bylaws and Covenants
Navigate and change HOA bylaws and covenants for your niche HOA: questions, rules, guidelines, help.
Are HOA Bylaws Public Record? Your Guide to Accessing Them
Are HOA bylaws public records? See where to view, how to request access, timelines, and what’s public vs private.