My HOA has flat our refused my hardship leasing permit requestg, what can I do?

I have faced the battle on the no-leasing amendment in my own neighborhood and have succeeded in getting enough "no" votes or silence so that the amendment was not passed. Check out my own website to battle the association (link included). You definitely need to consult an attorney.

Unfortunalely Georgia law does not offer much real protection. You will need a specific review of your amendment and fight on a number of levels. Be sure you understand your rights under the "contract" -- the declaration. Was the amendment passed properly? Is there a unlawful discriminatory purpose? What is the past history for others? Is it being implemented fairly? Can the HOA afford a legal battle (you also have to consider your legal costs).

In addition there is a political/public relations aspect to this. One example would be to visit your neighbors and get them to sign a petition overriding the Board or even to change the Bylaws. It may take a lot of work. The problem is that most of the people who do not fight these have no idea of the implications to servicemen and others.

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