There's a story of a woman in an HOA who was constantly harassed by the HOA for having a small bench in her front yard. They said it violated some 'aesthetic' rule. She got revenge by filling her front yard with hundreds of little gnome statues. The HOA tried to fine her but she argued that they were collectibles and part of her gardening theme. It became a huge headache for the HOA and they eventually backed off as she had a lot of support from other neighbors who thought the gnomes were cute.
Sure. There was a story where the HOA (Homeowners Association) got really worked up over the color of a resident's front door. It was painted a bright purple which was not in the approved color palette. The homeowner argued it was a form of self - expression but the HOA insisted on it being changed. In the end, the homeowner painted a mural on the door that was within the color guidelines but still made a statement.
A homeowner was always being nitpicked by the HOA for having his car parked at a slightly odd angle in his driveway. So, he bought a really old, beat - up car and parked it right in front of his house for a week. The HOA couldn't do anything about it because it was still on his property and it wasn't violating any real traffic or safety rules. It just looked really ugly and was his way of getting back at them for being so picky.
Well, there's a hoa who was so excited to go on a roller coaster. But as soon as the ride started, he screamed so loudly that the people in the front rows could hear him over the roar of the coaster. And he kept yelling 'I want to get off!' all the way through the ride.
A lady in our community was fined for having a clothesline in her backyard which was against the HOA rules. She then started a petition to change the rule. She got so many signatures that the HOA had to hold a meeting. At the meeting, she presented facts about how clotheslines are environmentally friendly. Eventually, not only did she get to keep her clothesline, but the HOA changed the rule for the whole community.
Sure. There was a guy who always took his neighbor's parking spot. So the neighbor one day covered his car with post - it notes that said 'Respect others' parking'. Another one is about a coworker who stole someone's lunch. The victim then put a really hot pepper in the thief's coffee the next day.
One hoa horror story could be about a family who wanted to paint their front door a different color. The HOA strictly prohibited it, threatening huge fines. They said it didn't match the 'uniform aesthetic' of the neighborhood. The family felt their freedom was being restricted and they were constantly harassed by the HOA over this small matter.
In a particular hoa, there were disputes among residents regarding parking spaces. Instead of letting the situation worsen, the hoa held meetings to discuss the issue. They came up with a fair system of allocating parking spots, created additional spaces in under - used areas, and implemented strict enforcement. This not only resolved the parking problem but also improved the overall harmony in the community. People started to cooperate more and enjoy living there.
A homeowner was tired of the HOA's strict rules about exterior paint colors. So, he painted his front door a bright purple which was not on the approved list. When the HOA sent a notice, he simply replied that it was a work of art and he was expressing his freedom of expression. The HOA couldn't really do much about it as it wasn't clearly defined in the rules what constituted 'art' on a front door.
One great 'hoa stories' could be about an art project initiated by the hoa. They invited local artists to paint murals on the walls of some public buildings in the community. This not only added a touch of beauty but also gave local artists a platform to showcase their work. The hoa played a crucial role in coordinating the project, from getting permission to providing the necessary supplies. It was a wonderful example of how the hoa can enhance the cultural aspect of the community.
A man got divorced, and his ex - wife always boasted about her cooking skills. So, he sent her a cookbook as a 'divorce gift' but with all the pages where the best recipes were stuck together. He thought it was a humorous way to 'get back' at her for her over - confidence in the kitchen during their marriage.