HOA Reviews in Pennsylvania
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HOAs in Pennsylvania
Springfield Village
Elverson, Pennsylvania
This HOA community is not for families or disabled persons, it is mostly full...
This HOA community is not for families or disabled persons, it is mostly full of the senior community and the neighborhood vibes are "we want to be a senior community" aspect, not family vibes. Not a good place for kids. Do not recommend this community.
2101 Cooperative, Inc.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A Horrible Cooperative with Substandard Living Conditions.
A Horrible Cooperative with Substandard Living Conditions. This building is cheap because it is dilapidated and more of a nursing home than a cooperative. The hallways are grimy and ugly, and lack ventilation. The infrastructure is a disaster with noisy A/C window units, a faulty boiler, ill-fitting windows, many units lack ventilation, plumbing is substandard, etc. When you buy here, management falsely claims the monthly carrying charges increase will be roughly 3%. Last year it was over 7%, this year it is 9.3%, with no relief in sight. They refuse to submit to a forensic audit and resist one. All the money vanishes without explanation, just vague excuses about inflation. There are no amenities here that justify these increases. This is a Limited Equity Cooperative, so be very cautious of buying at an inflated price. Ask your realtor to explain this. Don't get tricked into paying for the seller's improvements, which is prohibited in our bylaws. Demand a copy of those bylaws before making any decisions. *They have chronic infestations of BEDBUGS, COCKROACHES, and recently MOTHS. *Noise carries through the walls and ceilings of the building so you have little privacy. *Although they call this a "non-smoking" building, they “grandfathered in” smokers. Hence, it isn’t unusual for smoke to travel through the building’s defective ventilation airshafts and enter through your vents. Smoking is permitted on the roof garden, an odd policy for a building that claims it is "non-smoking." *Despite claiming to be pet-friendly, they have a policy wherein only “emotional support animals" (ESAs) dogs are allowed. Yet there are an extraordinary number of dogs in the building, with no restrictions on breed or weight. They seem to be backing down from this, but be cautious. Also, the Trump administration is cracking down on ESA abuses so you can tell 2101 management to screw off if you want to have a dog. *The Board of Directors is a typically awful HOA that often subverts house regulations and lacks the knowledge to run a building. The median age of the board is 75, and it shows. *BOD members conspired to keep the parking fees low for themselves and their allies, though the regulations say they should be increased with the monthly carrying charges. They suspended that practice, but after a big battle, were obliged to resume it. This is typical of how they operate. *Watch out for ASBESTOS, something that they try to conceal. The lack of ventilation in many units is a serious health problem that leads to mold, flaking paint, unhealthy stale air, and high humidity levels. If you are buying directly from the building demand the seller disclosure statement required by a mandatory Real Estate Seller Disclosure Law (RESDL) that they refuse to provide. If you are buying through a realtor, he will provide an RESDL form, but the seller who filled it out may not be telling the truth about the ventilation. Be especially cautious if you are buying a unit through an estate because then you are not protected by the RESDL. Get an attorney to advise you, or you will very likely be screwed. Before buying, demand a copy of the new "Master Plan" (2024) to evaluate the poor state of the building. Note the cost estimates and consider where the funding will come from. The price consists of non-recoverable fees, so when the buyer wakes up and sees what a mess the place is, it's too late. Look at the real estate sales records online and see how sales here have plummeted over the years, and how long it takes to sell a unit. Finally, beware of the identity politics that run rampant here. If you are Christian know that nativity scenes are tacitly banned, yet they set up a Hannakah altar and conduct public rites before it in the lobby. They display weird hand scrawled signs conflating Juneteenth with Pride Month, but put nothing up for MLK day. The bottom line is that there are seemingly insuperable infrastructure issues and there isn't a competent board and management company to handle them. Spend a little more money and save yourself massive frustration and discomfort.
The Dorchester
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Good HOA with intelligent and efficient members.
Good HOA with intelligent and efficient members.
Steeplechase
West Chester, Pennsylvania
HOA isn't too bad here.
HOA isn't too bad here. They don't nitpick too much, but there are rules for what material to use on exterior of homes because they are all townhouses. Plenty of trees. No pool or physical amenities other than green space, but the fees cover water usage which is a big deal, along with all landscaping, snow removal, trash/recycling services, and painting of the homes on a 7-year cycle. Management company is currently Diamond and they respond timely when you ask a question. Money seems to be doing alright. Looks like we have decent amounts in the bank and reserve is well funded. I've lived here since 2018 and there's never been a special assessment.
Fox Hill Farm
Glen Mills, Pennsylvania
Management company is terrible.
Management company is terrible. The current board president is terrible. She singles out people that disagree with her and then ruins their reputation. She lack a financial understanding and believes relationships with contractors are more important that being fiscally responsible. Treasurer is clueless.
Property Owners Associations or Home Owners Associations are really...
Property Owners Associations or Home Owners Associations are really totalitarian dictatorships with childish 'clicks'. These entities were created by minds that supported Lenin, Stalin, and Hitler. Since I moved into my home I have rued the day! I have been lied to, I have been harassed relentlessly. If I ask a question, I am never answered. When I write to the board they won't respond. If you complain to the Attorney General they will only tell you to seek legal advice. So, if you wish to live in such a community, I suggest you have a lot of money to fight these egregious practices. A house should be enjoyable. Living in a totalitarian dictatorship is not!
Rhondda Homeowners Association
Exton, Pennsylvania
This Homeowners association has hired a management company that is the WORST...
This Homeowners association has hired a management company that is the WORST management company I have ever seen. They will literarily sue you for not paying their association fees, without letting you know that you are behind. It is like you are actually suing yourself. I have lived there for more than 20 years and this management company has no understanding. The members of this association are also unbelievable to allow such an atrocity for homeowners. I believe they have gone too far by acting on this policy if it is one. Beware you cannot even change your cars oil. If the grass gets a bit too long because of the rain, they will charge you! If your trash can stay out for one day they will charge you! they are money hungry association! They have made life miserable for the homeowners!THE WORST!I will probably ending up selling my property because It is unacceptable!
Perkiomen Woods is nothing short of a totalitarian dictatorship.
Perkiomen Woods is nothing short of a totalitarian dictatorship. If you have always wanted to live under a fascist regime then by all means buy a house (and they are built with shit and spit--I know because I own one) in this depraved community.
FAQ
Pennsylvania HOA Questions
Q1:What is Pennsylvania's main HOA law?
Pennsylvania HOAs are governed by the Uniform Planned Community Act (68 Pa. C.S. § 5101 et seq.) for planned communities and the Pennsylvania Uniform Condominium Act (68 Pa. C.S. § 3101 et seq.) for condominiums.
Q2:Can a Pennsylvania HOA enter my property without permission?
HOAs generally cannot enter individual homes without permission. However, they may inspect the exterior of a property or enter common areas that happen to be adjacent to your lot. Emergency access may be permitted under the governing documents.
Q3:How can a Pennsylvania homeowner dispute an HOA fine?
Pennsylvania homeowners can request a hearing with the HOA board, respond in writing, or consult an attorney. If the fine is unjust, they can pursue resolution through arbitration or civil litigation in Pennsylvania courts.