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Originally Posted by xoxoxoBruce
It's not that simple. Large contractors are the only ones, around these parts, that can afford (get enough credit) to buy any land that becomes available. They build tracts of houses that can only be had with deed covenants and HOAs. So if you want a new house, you're fucked, unless you've got a few million to throw around.
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this is an issue we deal with all the time at work. I've discussed this many times with my boss, an attorney who does real estate work (and fights city hall and HOAs). All the new subdivisions have these very restrictive rules "to preserve the quality of the community." No RVs, no sheds, painting only certain colors.
I hate it. I'm not a homeowner, but my contrary and alternative nature decries these type of restrictions. It's the same with restrictive building codes. They leave no room for innovation or experimentation with green building, energy solutions, permaculture solutions, etc. I hate all the houses being the same; I hate not having the opportunity to raise rabbits or whatever the fuck you want. If I pay $250,000 for a house, why shouldn't I be able to hang my laundry outside or paint it purple if I want to?
As I don't own a home and don't have $250,000 (or something) to buy one, I guess it doesn't much matter to me. But I still hate it.