Some things, you just know, are bound to cause problems. The prime example, around this time of year, of course is holiday decorations. You've got the perfect storm when HOAs and condo associations say NO to trees and lights, giant Santas, sleighs and so on.
News media love this stuff, it's made to order, because reporters can feature aggrieved people in their news coverage, people of all ages reacting emotionally to association rules that put limits on holiday decor. News media seize opportunities to use the Grinch-word. But it doesn't have to be this way if associations manage expectations. There are good, solid reasons why associations need to put limits on decorations. Like fire hazards when lots of people residing in multi-story buildings or homes with common walls want to have live Christmas trees that become dry and flammable.
So, why not manage expectations by letting residents know ahead of the holidays the whys and wherefores of association rules, so associations will be seen as a saviors, not Grinches.
News media love this stuff, it's made to order, because reporters can feature aggrieved people in their news coverage, people of all ages reacting emotionally to association rules that put limits on holiday decor. News media seize opportunities to use the Grinch-word. But it doesn't have to be this way if associations manage expectations. There are good, solid reasons why associations need to put limits on decorations. Like fire hazards when lots of people residing in multi-story buildings or homes with common walls want to have live Christmas trees that become dry and flammable.
So, why not manage expectations by letting residents know ahead of the holidays the whys and wherefores of association rules, so associations will be seen as a saviors, not Grinches.
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