Today I start a series on how local HOA’s restrict and control the options available to fencing your pet in one’s own yard. I’d like to start out with a description of what an HOA is:

What is an HOA?

Noun:
An organization in a condominium or other planned housing community that makes and enforces rules about the appearance and maintenance of properties and that maintains common areas with money from membership fees. Abbreviation: HOA

When did HOA’s start?

HOAs were first established by land developers in the United States in the early to mid-20th century. Their growth was limited, however, until the 1960s, when several factors led to a period of rapid national growth.

What is the main purpose of an HOA?

What is the main purpose of an HOA?
A homeowner’s association (HOA) is an organization in a subdivision, planned community, or condominium building that makes and enforces rules for the properties and residents. Those who purchase property within an HOA’s jurisdiction automatically become members and are required to pay dues, known as HOA fees.

Are HOAs regulated in Colorado?

Colorado has a State HOA Office.

The Office registers HOAs but does not regulate HOAs or the HOA management companies that manage most HOAs. The Office is administrative and provides no consumer protections. HOA homeowners are assessed upwards of $250,000 a year in registration fees.

Limit Homeowners’ Association Regulation Of Dogs By Size Or Breed

Concerning the permissible regulation of dogs in common interest communities.
SESSION: 2018 Regular SessionSUBJECTS: Civil LawHousingBILL SUMMARY

In the law governing common interest communities, the bill invalidates any covenant that prohibits the keeping of certain types of dogs based solely on a breed, weight, or size classification. Other regulations, such as the prevention of nuisance barking and requirements concerning the number of dogs per household and the disposal of waste, remain valid.

HB18-1126

Limit Homeowners’ Association Regulation Of Dogs By Size Or Breed
Concerning the permissible regulation of dogs in common interest communities.
SESSION: 2018 Regular Session
SUBJECTS: Civil LawHousing
BILL SUMMARY
In the law governing common interest communities, the bill invalidates any covenant that prohibits the keeping of certain types of dogs based solely on a breed, weight, or size classification. Other regulations, such as the prevention of nuisance barking and requirements concerning the number of dogs per household and the disposal of waste, remain valid.
This bill was not passed into law.