HOA discipline is a necessary evil.

Residents don’t like being told what to do, while at the same time some rules are necessary to ensure neighborly behavior, protect the architectural conformity, and preserve good appearances of HOA properties.

Many board volunteers are uncomfortable being the “bad guy,” while at the same time many homeowners feel that they’re the only ones being pursued for violations.

Here are some tips for homeowners and volunteer leaders to remember when dealing with violations or being accused of a violation.

Tips for board members

They might not know. Unfortunately, it seems that most HOA homebuyers do not read the HOA governing documents (CC&Rs, bylaws, and rules) before they buy. If someone is a first-time violator, it may be healthier to first assume the mem

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