Property Owners and HOA Restrictions...

Discussion in 'Buying & Selling Real Estate' started by Diana Smith, Jun 22, 2015.

  1. Diana Smith

    Diana Smith Guest

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    I recently bought a 10 acre property which is agricultural. It has an HOA and they require that anything and everything you put on the property be approved by them.

    I am unable to afford a house as large as they require the main residence to be and am trying to get them to approve either a barn with an apartment or a garage with an apartment/guest house first.

    Does anyone know if there are any laws that over-ride HOAs? I am very frustrated because I first have to have a well drilled, a septic put in and then a foundation so I would like to live on my property in an RV until I am able to build on it. Suggestions would be appreciated. :rolleyes:
     
  2. baudwalk

    baudwalk Senior Investor

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    Unfortunately you didn't read the HOA papers before signing on the dotted line. I would talk to a local lawyer that specializes in real estate. That said, I wouldn't hold my breath. Or run for election for a seat on the HOA board and campaign from within.
     
  3. CoolCat

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    I think this is probably the right of it. Your best option long term is probably to get on the board yourself. It shouldn't be difficult, it's generally hard to get volunteers for that sort of thing.

    Have you talked to the HOA about a temporary residence while you get your well and everything in place? If it's clear that there will eventually be a compliant residence they may be willing to make an exception, but you will have a better response if you explain your plans up front.
     

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