Penn Hills HOA Rules: CC&R Enforcement Rules (2026)

Pennsylvania HOAs derive enforcement authority from recorded Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CCRs) and from the Uniform Planned Community Act. Common enforcement tools include (1) written violation notices describing the alleged violation and required corrective action; (2) monetary fines assessed after due process including written notice and an opportunity for hearing, with fines becoming part of the owner assessment obligation and subject to lien; (3) suspension of community privileges such as pool or clubhouse access, typically not extending to essential services; (4) self-help for limited categories such as lawn maintenance on an abandoned property, with costs charged back to the owner; and (5) injunctive relief in the Court of Common Pleas for violations requiring court action. Enforcement must be consistent across similarly situated owners; selective enforcement based on personal animus, retaliation, or protected characteristics is not permitted. Waiver defenses can arise if an association fails to enforce a covenant over time. Enforcement must comply with federal Fair Housing Act protections for disability-related accommodations, religious expression, and protected classes. Amendments to CCRs require the vote percentage specified in the declaration.