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Landscape DesignJan 2, 2026

HOA Lawsuit Challenges Ban on Pollinator Gardens

A homeowner's challenge to an HOA's prohibition on pollinator gardens raises key issues of property autonomy, environmental duties, and innovative landscaping in shared communities.

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HOA Tree Removal Requires Board Approval First

Confronting a 50-foot tree under HOA constraints requires strategic compliance. This resource details board approval processes, hazard documentation, professional services, and permit essentials for swift, penalty-free resolution—vital for at-risk properties.

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Edible Yards Boom 300% as HOA Bans Finally Lift

With HOA restrictions lifting across the country, edible landscapes have surged by 300 percent, turning traditional lawns into vibrant, food-producing spaces. Homeowners now integrate fruit trees, vegetable beds, and herb gardens to promote sustainability while enhancing property aesthetics. This guide details planning costs, design principles, and upkeep methods to develop compliant gardens that deliver both visual charm and fresh produce.

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HOA Robot Mower Bans Spark Homeowner Lawsuits

Nationwide clashes between U.S. homeowners and HOAs over robot mower bans drive a wave of 2025 lawsuits. Residents advocate for sustainable automation, while boards emphasize safety, noise, and uniformity. Courts grapple with balancing individual rights against community standards in evolving lawn care practices.

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HOA Restrictions Spark Creative Edible Landscaping

HOA landscaping rules encourage inventive hidden edible gardens that weave fruits, vegetables, and herbs into decorative designs. These spaces promote sustainability and fresh food access while upholding community standards. Discover proven methods to grow discreetly and thrive.

By Amanda Motz

Nov 5, 2025

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HOA Bans Accidentally Created the Edible Yard Trend

HOA prohibitions on visible vegetable gardens have ignited edible landscaping, where homeowners craft elegant, food-bearing yards. This guide covers design ideas, cost breakdowns, installation steps, and approval tactics to blend sustainability with neighborhood appeal.

By Helen Bowman

Nov 1, 2025

5 min read

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HOA Clover Bans Spark Nationwide Legal Battles

Nationwide, homeowners and HOAs confront tensions over clover lawns, valued for eco-benefits yet restricted by uniformity rules. These clashes fuel lawsuits on rights, policy, and aesthetics, spotlighting debates on suburban beauty, duty, and liberty in yard design.

By Amanda Motz

Oct 16, 2025

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Landscape DesignJan 2, 2026

HOA Lawsuit Challenges Ban on Pollinator Gardens

A homeowner's challenge to an HOA's prohibition on pollinator gardens raises key issues of property autonomy, environmental duties, and innovative landscaping in shared communities.