New law means HOAs can't tell homeowners no on trendy project - the-sun.com
A new law prohibits HOAs from banning homeowners from installing artificial turf, impacting community aesthetics and maintenance policies.
Aforeworn detected this change in the HOA & Condo Board Rules space on July 6, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Self-managed boards, management companies, master-planned HOAs should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Within 90 days of law effective date (check state law for exact date). Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors HOA & Condo Board Rules continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
HOAs can no longer enforce rules that prohibit artificial turf installation by homeowners.
Who it affects
Self-managed boards, management companies, master-planned HOAs
What you must do
Review and update HOA covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) and rules to remove bans on artificial turf.
Deadline
Within 90 days of law effective date (check state law for exact date)
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