HOA fining me $200/week for vegetable garden in backyard — HOA bylaws don't prohibit it

My HOA in Houston is fining me $200/week for having a vegetable garden in my own backyard. I've read the CC&Rs thoroughly — there is ZERO prohibition on gardens. HOA president just 'doesn't like the look of it'. Fines total $2,600 so far. They're threatening to put a lien on my home.

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Send written response to HOA citing specific CC&R sections — if gardens aren't prohibited, fines are invalid.

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Texas has 'Right to Garden' legislation (House Bill 246) — HOAs cannot completely ban food gardens.

Attend the next HOA board meeting and demand the specific by

Contact Texas Attorney General consumer protection at oag.st

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HOA fining me $200/week for vegetable garden in backyard — HOA bylaws don't prohibit it

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