Our initial scan found 5 potential issues in your governing documents.
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[FLAGGED FOR COUNSEL REVIEW — SAFE RESOLUTION GATE] Fining owners for dormant/unwatered lawns and prohibiting replacement of front-yard turf with drought-resistant or wildfire-resistant landscaping.
Operative Clause · Section 3.15 (Page 1)
“Brown or dormant lawns during summer months are considered a compliance violation, and replacement of front yard turf with gravel, rock, mulch, or drought-resistant native groundcover is prohibited.”
Why It’s Flagged
RCW 64.38.034(1)-(2) & RCW 64.90.518
Under RCW 64.38.034(1), the governing documents may not prohibit the installation of drought-resistant landscaping or wildfire ignition-resistant landscaping, including the removal of lawn or turf in favor of drought-resistant plants and non-vegetative groundcover.
Furthermore, RCW 64.38.034(2) prohibits fining an owner for failing to water or maintain a green lawn during a government-declared drought or watering restriction.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
Amend Section 3.15 to conform with RCW 64.38.034(1)-(2) & RCW 64.90.518 prior to board adoption.
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
4 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
Unlock exact page coordinates, statutory citations, and counsel discussion notes for all 4 remaining issues—plus load up to 10 PDFs for complete review.
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Potential Issue Surfaced in Initial Scan
Document
Severity
#2
U.S. Flag & Flagpole Display Restriction Conflict
Rules & Policies
AMBIGUITY
#3
Structural Reserve Study & Mandatory Reserve Funding Gap
Rules & Policies
AMBIGUITY
#4
Satellite Dish & Antenna Prior-Approval / Ban Preemption Conflict
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