Question:
Our HOA will not enforce rules. Our neighbor tore down a raised garden box. Left the weeds and the big pile of dirt and turned a wheel barrel upside down on top. They filled a kids plastic pool with dirt and they have a shackled broken trampoline in the back yard that cannot be used.
Their back yard is our direct view from the back of our house.
HOA refuses to help and said they don’t get into personal grievances. I don’t have anything personal going on I don’t want to look at this mess. I gave tried by sending pictures, calling the office and speaking directly to the board member in our community.
Can
Someone please help direct me to someone that can step in and help?
Thank you,
– Kathy
Answer:
Hi Kathy,
Kindly review the governing documents to see whether there are rules against mess in the backyard. Typically, HOAs only govern the front of homes to protect curb appeal. If the homeowner is in violation of any rules, it may be wise to document the violation and report the rule being broken to the board so they can take action. If the board refuses to enforce the rules, you may opt for alternative dispute resolution.
However, it may also be helpful to approach your neighbor first to address the issue. It’s often best to resolve problems with neighbors directly before involving the HOA. For further guidance, kindly consult a lawyer.
Disclaimer: We are not lawyers. The information provided on this website does not constitute legal advice.
