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Kristian M Zoerhoff wrote:
> In article <1163776551.627255.6310@b28g2000cwb.googlegroups.com>,
> 76steelers@bellsouth.net says...
>> In September, we received a letter from the HOA(currently run by the
>> developer) stating that our membership fees were due.
>> There are currently 2 potholes at the entrance of our subdivision, and
>> the water drains are clogged with dirt, weeds, etc.
>> I sent a letter stating that once these issues are fixed, I will pay.
>> Is it ok to do that?
>
> In general, no. Membership dues are due on time, no exceptions (unless your
> covenants specify otherwise).
>
> Is the street entering your subdivision maintained by the HOA, or by your
> village/town/city/township/county? The HOA here does not maintain the streets,
> so withholding payment would be futile for me in this situation. It's good to
> be certain as to who is responsible here.
>
> If the HOA is not keeping up the streets, the way to force their hand is to
make
> noise at HOA meetings, and get letters into your local newspaper instead.
>
> Better yet, run for the HOA board next time there's an election. Then you have
> some control over what happens.
>
Ideally, never buy property in the fucking HOA.
-Sub
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