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spcmafia · 06-20-2022, 11:06 AM

I have never heard of an HOA, and after reading a few of the comments, sounds like living in a within an HOA has more drawbacks than it has benefits. Then again, living in a small town governed by a council isn't much better because I can't do jack sht on my house without paying a good amount of money for permits, a hearing, and then permission from said council.

Edit, after a quick google search apparently these are some "benefits" of living withing an HOA:

10. Architectural Controls
Basically the same as my city council. Is my house, but I have to ask the town for permission to build, on my property.
9. Increased Community Engagement
I'm barely home, and when I am, I like to stay at home and mind my own business.
8. Access to Amenities
I live in the woods, surrounded by the ocean. So trails and pools are the least of my worries.

7. Well-Maintained Common Areas and Amenities

As long as my house and yard are clean, I could care less how my neighbor's house looks like or the surrounding area.

6. Increased Community Pride
This sounds like living between a bunch of stuck up jerks.

5. Rules and Regulations Deter Nuisance Activity
Don't be revving your shitbox or harley at 5AM or midnight and we cool.

4. Added Layer of Support
No, because then people want to get inside my business.

3. Community Connection through Volunteer Work

Basically then more you kiss ass, the higher up you become in the HOA.

2. Financial Stability
Doubtful, paying fees for stuff that I'm probably won't use, (access to paid trails, pool, facilities) is a waste of money.

1. Helping Maintain Property Values
False, the housing market either drives up or down the value of my house. Without being in an HOA, my house is up ATM.

06-20-2022, 11:06 AM	#2362
spcmafia Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2020 Drives: 2018 Subaru BRZ Location: Stonington, Connecticut Posts: 3,305 Thanks: 1,523 Thanked 4,161 Times in 1,998 Posts Mentioned: 25 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I have never heard of an HOA, and after reading a few of the comments, sounds like living in a within an HOA has more drawbacks than it has benefits. Then again, living in a small town governed by a council isn't much better because I can't do jack sht on my house without paying a good amount of money for permits, a hearing, and then permission from said council. Edit, after a quick google search apparently these are some "benefits" of living withing an HOA: 10. Architectural Controls Basically the same as my city council. Is my house, but I have to ask the town for permission to build, on my property. 9. Increased Community Engagement I'm barely home, and when I am, I like to stay at home and mind my own business. 8. Access to Amenities I live in the woods, surrounded by the ocean. So trails and pools are the least of my worries. 7. Well-Maintained Common Areas and Amenities As long as my house and yard are clean, I could care less how my neighbor's house looks like or the surrounding area. 6. Increased Community Pride This sounds like living between a bunch of stuck up jerks. 5. Rules and Regulations Deter Nuisance Activity Don't be revving your shitbox or harley at 5AM or midnight and we cool. 4. Added Layer of Support No, because then people want to get inside my business. 3. Community Connection through Volunteer Work Basically then more you kiss ass, the higher up you become in the HOA. 2. Financial Stability Doubtful, paying fees for stuff that I'm probably won't use, (access to paid trails, pool, facilities) is a waste of money. 1. Helping Maintain Property Values False, the housing market either drives up or down the value of my house. Without being in an HOA, my house is up ATM. Last edited by spcmafia; 06-20-2022 at 11:22 AM.