Effective Date: August 7th, 2024
Key points:
Prohibition of HOA Restrictions: HOAs are barred from outright banning home-based businesses operated by unit owners or residents with the owner's permission.
Compliance with HOA Regulations: While HOAs cannot prohibit these businesses, they can enforce reasonable rules related to architectural control, parking, landscaping, noise, and nuisances to ensure the community's character and livability are maintained.
Adherence to Local Ordinances: Home-based businesses must comply with applicable municipal and county noise and nuisance ordinances or resolutions.
Definition of Home-Based Business: The act defines a home-based business as one where the main office is located at, or the business operations primarily occur at, a unit within the community.
This legislation aims to balance the rights of residents to operate businesses from their homes with the interests of HOAs in maintaining community standards.
