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When you live in an HOA, you have the follow the rules or face the (often expensive) consequences. This is why it’s a good idea to read the rules and to make sure you get approval in writing before starting any home improvement projects.
In this story, one homeowner wants an above ground propane tank for his outdoor kitchen, but the HOA is refusing his request. Instead, they claim he needs to bury the tank.
He’s not so sure they’re making the right decision, so he looked up the rules.
Keep reading to take a look at the rules for yourself.
HOA Denying installation of Above Ground Propane tank
I’ve been going through this back and forth with my HOA about installing an above ground propane tank for my outdoor kitchen.
If I am in the wrong, please let me know. But I believe they are trying to enforce something on me with no proper justification.
They are denying me and saying i must bury my tank, this cost easily another $1,000 plus it will be in the middle of my yard which I do not want.
Here’s how the HOA responded.
Their response to my email
“I spoke with you after the email, The Encino Estates Board, confirmed, it most be underground, I apologize if I was not cleared with their response, there has been numerous cases in other the Grand Palms community with Gas Tanks, that has been brought to the Board attention.
If you would like, I would be happy to assist you, with the ARC to walk it thru for underground.”
Here’s the actual rule.
The Rules and Regulations directly from the website
“GAS CONTAINERS Page 11
Propane gas tanks, gas containers or gas cylinders are prohibited from being placed on or about the exterior of any home, lot or ancillary building except in connection with the installation of swimming pools, jacuzzis/spas and permanent barbecues, and then only with the prior written consent of the ACC.
Such gas containers as may be approved must be installed underground or enclosed on all sides by a decorative safety wall approved by the ACC”
The rule continues…
HB 1203 LAW FOR HOA
Section – Enforcement of Covenants and Rules
The bill requires associations or an architectural, construction improvement, or other similar committee to:
Provide written notice to the parcel owner of the rule or covenant relied upon when denying the request for the construction of a structure or other improvement.
I mean, it sounds like it’s not allowed unless the homeowner gets approval, and the homeowner wasn’t able to get approval.
Let’s see how Reddit responded.
This person has a question.
This idea sounds like it would work.
This is what I noticed too.
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This person points out the only option besides burying the tank.
It seems that the real issue here is that the HOA doesn’t want to look at an ugly propane tank. So the homeowner either has to bury it or enclose it. Enclosing it sounds like the easier option.
It’s all about appearances with the HOA.