http://sacramento.cbslocal.com/2014/07/24/homeowners-association-veteran-cant-build-furniture-for-military-families-in-need/

 

Some of these associations are way too powerful and dictator like.

 

While I have heard of decent associations, I would never take the risk. Too many are headed by folks who are more concerned about making themselves important than making a good neighborhood.

Well I guess those "noxious" fumes could have been cedar and they just don't know what it is

Well, it is California Rich.  Here's a thought.  He should continue until he is fined.  I bet he'd get more donations to pay the fines than he'd need.  My money is on him winning this.

 

The homeowners association may not have a case if he fights it. 

At law,  prolonged pattern of conduct between parties supersedes the terms of a written agreement.

So if you know this guy, you might let him know he has a very strong case if he chooses.