As a realtor for the past 20 years, I have had many clients that absolutely refuse to live in a condo or neighborhood that has an association because they can't stand the thought of living by 'rules'. In my opinion, that is their right, if you don't want to abide by the bylaws, DON'T buy there!! If you purchase a home in an area that has any type of association rules, you, by purchasing, have agreed to live with them. It really annoys me when someone knowingly buys into an area with restrictions then complains about them!! I'm looking forward to living in an area that has people who care about their neighborhood.
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