Hoa Fence Regulations In Florida

Summary

Hoa fence regulations in florida can impact your ability to install or modify a fence on your property. Find out if you can request a reasonable accommodation under the fair housing act for your disabled grandson. Seek legal advice or reach out to legal aid services for assistance.

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i moved to my neighberhood * yrs ago in a rent to own. no one in neighberhood has any knowlage of hoa. i seek laws on putting you a fence for my disabled grandson. now we suddenly have an hoa who want is changed. no hoa meeting no board till may * this yr
What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding HOA laws and regulations.
fl. and i now own my home
What type of fence are you planning to install and have you received any written communication from the HOA regarding this matter?
i installed the fence * yrs ago it is wood but had to be place backward due to disable child climbing
Did the HOA provide any specific reasons for wanting the fence changed?
at time we built fence there was no hoa even title office did not find an hoa there was ony a water and road bill. the new hoa does not like that its bacwards
Have you received any formal written notice from the HOA regarding the changes they want in the fence?
at a meeting last night voting on changes in hoa laws it was brought up nothing in writing
What are the specific changes the HOA is proposing regarding the fence?
they want it to be turned around but then my grandson can get out and we live in ocala national forest
What are the specific rules or guidelines the HOA has provided regarding fences in your neighborhood?
no fence wall shell be erected until location quility style color and design must be approved any nonapproved fence will be removed
Have you considered requesting a reasonable accommodation for your disabled grandson under the Fair Housing Act? This could potentially allow you to keep the fence as it is.
they want us to build a double fence we can not afford that
What is the name of your Homeowners Association (HOA)? This will help me find specific rules and regulations for your HOA in Florida.
forest green 314a hoa inc. but no one in all * lot knew of a hoa
What is the exact location of your property? This will help me provide the most accurate information regarding HOA laws and regulations in your area.
* ne 2nd loop silver spring fl *
What is the specific rule in your HOA's bylaws regarding the direction of the fence?
there is none ony what i told you so far
What is the exact wording of the HOA's rule about fence approval in the bylaws?
no fence or wall shell be erected untill the location quality style color and design have been approved by association or it duly appointed representative in manner provided
What actions have you taken so far in response to the HOA's request to change the fence?
this just happen last night so we have talked to the preident who is also the deloper and he wants the double fence . he does not live here and id relinquishing the devlopment to the new hoa
What is the president's rationale for wanting a double fence?
he gave no reason but one board memer lives across from us and is the reason for the fence problem
Have you considered seeking legal advice or representation to help you navigate this issue with your HOA?
we are having trouble getting anyone
What specific trouble are you facing in getting legal advice or representation?
money and just getting anyone to answer the phone
What is the financial limit you can afford for legal representation?
we are both disables on limited income
What is the maximum amount you can afford for legal representation?
i have no idea how to answer this as we live pay to pay and have no savings
Have you considered reaching out to legal aid services in Florida? They often provide free or low-cost legal assistance to those who qualify.
i dont know how to get ahold of them
You can contact Florida Legal Services, a non-profit legal aid organization. Their phone number is (*) *-*. They may be able to provide assistance or direct you to resources.
thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask.
that number did not work was told it did not exist
I apologize for the inconvenience. You can try contacting the Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association at (*) *-*. They may be able to assist you.