A 17 North Market St. condominium has nine illegal vacation rentals without permits on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo. However, the city has not fined the unit owners despite homeowner reports.   Illegal Vacation Rentals in Asheville Condo Nine condominium owners have listed illegal vacation…

A man in Union County receives an HOA violation for a pride flag hanging in his front yard. He believes the homeowners association is targeting him for his sexuality.   HOA Violation for a Pride Flag Nick Crowley, a gay man living in Union County…

The Property Owners Association board members at Fairfield Harbour have decided to sell undeveloped land. This decision has sparked controversy and tension within the community and its residents.   Board Decision to Sell Undeveloped Land The Fairfield Harbour Property Owners Association is in Craven County,…

A new Union County law now protects the right of homeowners to fly first responder and military flags. The newly passed law stems from one homeowner’s fight against their homeowners association.   What Led to the New Union County Law In May earlier this year,…

A woman in Charlotte has been charged $12,000 in HOA fines for her windows that do not match her neighbors. The homeowner sued the association and she has been winning the litigation, but the HOA has plans to appeal.   Mismatched Windows The architectural control…

Homeowners and their community associations are taking a legal dispute to court over the state’s ban on short-term rentals.   What Started It All The McDougalds and Lavignes, two homeowners and members of the White Oak Plantation Homeowners Association, filed a lawsuit in 2020 challenging…

A dispute concerning HOA boat access in the Olde Point Community has reached a settlement, with both parties agreeing to a compromise.   A Conflict Over HOA Boat Access Harbour Village Yacht Club (HVYC) and the Olde Point Property Owners Association were in a dispute…

A homeowner claims that their HOA misused funds to pay for a private retirement party for their long-time manager. The HOA has yet to respond to the accusation.   HOA Misused Funds for Retirement Party Maria Ray is a resident of The Old North State…

The Senate Judiciary Committee recently passed House Bill 542, and now the bill is on its way to the Senate. Legislators are currently working on the proposals.   What Is House Bill 542? House Bill 542 is a proposed bill that, if passed, will bear…

North Carolina has passed House Bill 311, a bill that establishes a committee on homeowners associations in the state. The bill received significant amendments before its passing.   New Bill Creates 9-Person Committee on HOAs Known as “A House Resolution to Establish a House Select…

An HOA’s flag rule has residents asking for a change. But it remains to be seen whether their efforts will pay off.   Police Officer Asked to Take Down Flag The Millbridge community in Waxhaw recently caused a ruckus after asking a resident to take…

In one North Carolina community, the burden of road repairs rests on the shoulders of the developer, but that may all change soon. Immense Growth in the Neighborhood The Grand Palisades Parkway is a road in southwest Mecklenburg County. Residents around the area use the…

A condo fire has taken place at Somerset Village, displacing several families. Fortunately, firefighters acted swiftly, and residents came out of the incident safely.   Condo Fire at Somerset Village in Greensboro A condominium complex in Greensboro went ablaze on Friday night. Firefighters responded to…

A flock of ducks in an HOA community in North Carolina has captured the attention of residents, pushing them to take action. A Former Board Member’s Action Residents of a homeowners association in Mooresville are doing what they can to limit the number of ducks…

The NC Homeowner Assistance Fund delays are causing widespread problems for residents, including homelessness. Now, Rep. Nasif Majeed wants answers.   NC Homeowner Assistance Fund Delays Explained The NC Homeowner Assistance Fund recently published a data dashboard tracking the progress of mortgage assistance applications. According…

Is it possible to reverse HOA foreclosure sales? One homeowner in North Carolina is trying.   The Debt That Started It All Trenita Rogers had been living in her fully-paid Pitt County home for 12 years. One day, she received a call from a man…

In North Carolina, homeowners are frustrated over issues with their HOA builder. The builder had promised pools, mailboxes, and lawn service but has yet to make good on it.   Escalating Problems at Sherrills Ford Eight new homeowners in the Magnolia Cove neighborhood are growing…

It has been more than 2 months since the drowning of her 3-year-old son in an HOA pond. Now, Natasha Coletrane wants the association to make some changes.   A Tragic Incident On June 4, Borne Coletrane, the 3-year-old son of Natasha Coletrane, drowned in…

The HOA and resident relationship have apparently soured in recent years, with horror stories more frequently making headlines across the country. But, what is causing this tension in the first place?   Homeowners Associations at a Glance The popularity of homeowners associations has certainly spiked over…

Residents have grown frustrated at the lack of action from police and their HOA as their mailboxes continue to be vandalized. Worse yet, the vandalized HOA cluster mailboxes may even cause owners to pay fines.   Recurring Incidents of Theft Chalcombe Court, a condominium complex…

A community in Beaufort, North Carolina, has been experiencing an HOA flooding issue, and homeowners are not pleased.   Flood Traps Residents in Their Homes The Town of Beaufort is certainly beautiful, but one particular neighborhood is experiencing problems with standing water. Residents living in…

An appeals court rules on an HOA dispute concerning the redevelopment of a golf course. The ruling has partially come out in favor of the homeowners association.   The Aftermath of Hurricane Florence In 2018, Hurricane Florence hit North Carolina and devastated the Cape Fear…