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Tennessee HOA Violation Response Letter

Tennessee's condominium law, subject to your declaration, lets an association fine a unit owner only after notice and a chance to be heard, and only in a reasonable amount. That rule covers condominiums only. Your letter answers the notice and asks to be heard before the board decides.

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notice says my fence breaks the 6-foot limit
the committee approved it last year
$150 fine, 30 days

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I received a notice dated April 28 citing my fence under Section 4.3, with a $150 fine. The architectural committee approved that fence last year, and I have their letter.

I am asking the board to dismiss the violation and waive the fine. The approval and the photographs are attached.

Balanced & Thorough

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What Your Letter Covers

Whether your home is a condominium unit or in a subdivision HOA
Your request for a hearing before the board
The facts in order, with photos
Any approval or permission you relied on
Your proposal for resolving it without a fine

What Tennessee Law Requires Before an HOA Fines You

For condominiums, Tennessee Code § 66-27-402(a)(11), subject to the declaration, allows reasonable fines only after notice and an opportunity to be heard.
For a condominium created before the 2008 act took effect, the fine rule applies only to events after that date and does not invalidate provisions of the master deed, declaration or bylaws already in place then (§ 66-27-202(a)).

In Tennessee, your declaration, bylaws and rules set most of the fine procedure, so quote them in your letter. Statute text as of November 3, 2026. This is general information, not legal advice; for a complex dispute, talk to a licensed attorney in your state.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Tennessee condominium rule cover my subdivision HOA?

No, it covers condominiums. In a subdivision, read the enforcement section of your covenants and bylaws for any fine and hearing steps, and quote it back to the board.

What if I had permission for what they're calling a violation?

Attach the approval, email or meeting minutes that show it, and say when and from whom you got it. If the approval was verbal, name who gave it, when, and anyone who heard it.

How do I propose a fix instead of a fine?

Describe what you'll do and by when, and ask the board to hold off on any fine while you finish. A concrete plan is easier to say yes to than a general promise. Attach a contractor quote or a booking confirmation if you have one.

Can I ask to see the association's fine policy?

Yes. Ask for the fine schedule or enforcement policy in writing, and compare the amount on your notice with it. If the charge is higher than the policy allows, or the policy doesn't cover your issue at all, quote it back and ask the board to correct the charge before it lands on your account.

Who writes my Tennessee HOA response letter?

You do. You answer a short set of questions about the notice and your side of it, and the tool helps you organize your own facts into a clear, well-structured letter you review, edit, sign and send.