FL 720.3035 gives HOAs authority to enforce architectural standards if disclosed in governing documents. Common in Hillsborough planned communities (FishHawk Ranch, Westchase, Carrollwood Village). ARC approval required for exterior changes.
Architectural Review Committees (ARC) must act on applications within the timeframe stated in governing documents (typically 30-45 days) or approval is deemed granted. Standards must be objective and consistently applied. FL 720.3035 prohibits HOAs from restricting vegetable gardens, Florida-Friendly Landscaping (FL 373.185), clotheslines for solar (FL 163.04), and renewable energy devices. Common ARC items: paint colors, roof materials, fences, additions, landscaping changes.
Unapproved exterior changes: HOA fines up to 100 per day, maximum 1,000 aggregate (FL 720.305), plus potential lien and foreclosure.
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