Thats exactly what happened to one Redditors dad.
Downsizing made sense…until they met theHOAfrom hell.
And this wasnt just any HOA.
Were talking bylaws so invasive they might as well require fingerprints and a retinal scan just to mow yourlawn.
This sounds more like a prison than a welcoming neighborhood, doesnt it?
First, Dad gets slammed with a rule about installing a simple shower rail.
Now, hes 62, so having some extra support in the bathroom is just common sense.
The straw that broke the camels back?
A casual chat on his own back patio ended in legal threats.
Soon after, Dad received a cease-and-desist letter, plus cameras pointed toward his house.
So much for a friendly welcome to theneighborhood.
I get it, HOAs have their purpose.
They are designed to maintain the communitys aesthetic and property value, but sometimes they go too far.
So, it would be a good idea to read the HOA bylaws cover-to-cover before you buy a property.
Not a bad fee for a lesson learned!
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