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by Scott D - ex-QnA on November 9th, 2008
You cannot "get around" the by-laws. They were drafted for EVERYONE'S uniform benefit.
More importantly. your real estate agent had an obligation to provide copies of the by-laws, other HOA documents, and property disclosures very early on in the purchase process.
You probalby agreed that you received these and found them acceptable within a given time constraint. It is now immaterial that you only now have read them.
Under the circumstances, I would begin looking for a good home for one of your dogs. Make sure it is one that you can visit on occasion. Good luck.
by allikatzpop on November 8th, 2008
yes, move! i know it sounds rough, but, if i could not have my dog they would never get my money....
by Jack Scotty on April 22nd, 2005
No. Everyone is required to abide by the rules regardless of whether they are aware of them or not. Ignorance of the law does not exempt anyone from it.
by RaiNy on October 22nd, 2009
Sometimes in the bylaws they state how many animals per person. If this is the case you can claim that you support other individuals and they are not your animals but they must stay at your house.
by DudeLer 2 on November 8th, 2008
say two of them are guests.
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asked in april of 2005.
They say owning a pet can help "lengthen your life" do you agree with this?
by Bornabrit on July 15th, 2011
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If someone says "Go in horse" does it not mean you should ride the horse and go?
by Joy Eroms on January 6th, 2012
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Is there a pet gate that will keep both dogs and cats out?
by Shharper on October 10th, 2011
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Who shot up the hamster with amphetamine?
by snatchquach LOONYVILLE INMATE on January 7th, 2012
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Did your pet join the "Occupy" movement?
by HoboJoe on October 31st, 2011
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You're reading I was not given a copy of the bylaws at closing on my townhome, and I am over the pet limit for dogs. Is there any way I can get around this so I don't have to get rid of one of my dogs?
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You didn't say what state you live in, but in Texas the law is that you must receive a copy of the HOA bylaws at closing. I believe, too, that it is the title company which is responsible for including that document with your copies of the other legal documents.
by Anonymous on October 9th, 2009