Can Your HOA Limit Your Holiday Home Décor?


Are you planning to create a spectacular outdoor scene to your home this Halloween, Thanksgiving or even this Christmas? It's a great potential to give extra cheer to your family, neighbor and friends especially on how exciting things get on holidays here in Alaska.

Lots of people are getting ready to decorate homes for the holiday but not everyone may be a fan. For those with strict HOAs, they may get some restrictions on the way you do your home decorations.

Homes with HOA

Is it legal for an HOA to limit your home decoration? The answer is yes, they may regulate activities that may affect the neighborhood and they may also limit your choices for holiday decorations. Although rules may vary from neighborhood to neighborhood, so consider speaking to your HOA to see if there's any.

If you own a property that's a part of an HOA, it means you've agreed to abide by the rules established by the board. It is important to do your homework before even ordering and setting up your decors. The most common rule is the time following the holiday that decors can stay up. Some also prohibit decor that may offend anyone in your neighbor of the general public.

Homes without HOA

So, if you are one of those homeowners that aren't tied to any HOA, aside from not paying HOA dues, you also have the freedom to establish your own rules in your own property. Putting any decor you want is a part of your Frist Amendment rights-freedom of speech.

However, just like your First Amendment rights, there are some limits of course. If your decor may harm or can be a threat or intimidation to anyone in the neighborhood, it may land you to some legal responsibilities.

Make Everybody Happy

But, hey! Holidays should be fun right? Nobody should get offended, harmed or hurt with your home decor because the general purpose of it is for everyone to enjoy the beautiful creation you worked hard for.

So, to make everybody happy, know your neighbors and find their sweet spot. You can talk to them and discuss your holiday decor plans. You may get more ideas too..

 Some may say the classic look is the way to go as it guarantees a favorable reaction to everyone. But it is up to you, let your creativity shine in this season.


If you are still looking for your own home in Alaska, call us (907) 570-6757 or 907-720-4663. You may still have time to prepare your new home for this holiday season.

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