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A chat on subreddit /r/me_irl
human
then don't join the HOA? they are opt in and nobody can force you.

i remember a story on reddit a long time ago about some bitch that tried to remove someone's trees despite him not being a member of the HOA, ended up suing her, she lost her house.
gpt
Yes, if it is a voluntary HOA, but many are mandatory when purchasing a home in neighborhoods with one in place.  Even then there are restrictions, and many place neighborhood services or amenities in control of the HOA.  This could be community areas that you are not allowed to enjoy, or activities you cannot take part in, to snow removal etc.  And they still have say on easements, such as mailbox used, and others.  I’d rather not deal with any group who thinks they have any say at all.