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Chicopee Crossing
Gainesville, Georgia
Poorly cleaned and managed.
Poorly cleaned and managed. Mailboxes broken and poorly maintained. Play ground is literally falling apart and is unsafe. Any number of code violations from residents on any given day. Noise, litter, pets unleashed. Stray cats everywhere. No one seems to care about this community. It’s actually sad.
FAQ
Georgia HOA Questions
Q1:What law governs HOAs in Georgia?
Georgia HOAs are governed by the Georgia Property Owners' Association Act (O.C.G.A. § 44-3-220 et seq.), though only associations that have formally opted in are fully covered by it.
Q2:Can a Georgia HOA restrict the number of vehicles per household?
Yes, if the restriction is in the CC&Rs or rules. Georgia courts have upheld reasonable vehicle restrictions in HOA communities as long as they are applied uniformly.
Q3:How can a Georgia homeowner dispute an HOA fine?
Homeowners can request a hearing with the board, file a complaint with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, or pursue arbitration or litigation if the dispute isn't resolved internally.
Legislative Update
HOA Law in Georgia
Georgia enacted its first-ever statewide HOA law in 2026. Governor Kemp signed SB 406, the Georgia Property Owners' Bill of Rights Act, on May 12, 2026:
Mandatory state registration
Every qualifying HOA must register annually with the Georgia Secretary of State starting January 1, 2027, including financial and contact information. Unregistered associations lose key enforcement powers.
New complaint and hearing process
Homeowners can file complaints with the Secretary of State's office — the state now has direct oversight of HOA disputes for the first time.
Foreclosure threshold doubled
The minimum unpaid dues (not fines or fees) required before an HOA can foreclose is now $4,000, up from the prior standard.
Attorney fee transparency (effective July 1, 2026)
HOAs can't charge homeowners attorney's fees without prior written notice and an itemized breakdown of the fees claimed.
This followed years of homeowner complaints and a local news investigation into aggressive HOA enforcement in the Atlanta area.