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For many Americans, displaying the U.S. flag is one of the best ways to show patriotism for our country. So, when a homeowners association (HOA) tells a resident that they cannot display the American flag on their yard, the situation can become heated or emotionally-charged. While the HOA can impose rules and regulations for the community, do they have the right to restrict homeowners from raising a flag on private property? Here’s everything you need to know about HOA flag rules and laws about the American flag.
Can You Enforce HOA Flag Rules?
An HOA has the power to enforce its own rules and regulations within the community, but they still have to abide by local, state, and federal laws. When it comes to flag rules, associations must abide by the Freedom to Display the American Flag Act of 2005. HOAs and other real estate management organizations cannot prohibit its members from displaying the American flag on private property. Your association cannot have HOA policies that interfere with homeowners’ right to raise the American flag.
There are two provisions. First, the American flag should be displayed properly. Second, associations can make reasonable restrictions on when, where, and how the flag is displayed in order to protect their interests and property values.
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