The most black, most aesthetically appealing solar panel... What it is?

[J.P.M.]

The concept of HOA's was for a group of people (voted in by the majority of home owners) to be the look out for their neighborhood and make sure nothing was built or installed that could devalue their properties.

It sounds good on paper but due to most humans wanting to be in control a lot of HOA's have turned into "mini dynasty" where the ruling body takes control over the general populace.

I spent 8 years on my HOA board in various positions only to determine that even logic and reasoning will not persuade some board member from letting go of their wants and desires to control others to see that their way is better.

HOA's may well be an idea whose time has come and gone. They may have been more appropriate when folks were less self absorbed and self centered. I'm on one now and believe it or not, I'm one of those who tries to get things done by persuasion, behind the scenes, usually before things become flare ups.

I appreciate the dynasty comment. I've suggested to neighbors that can be handled via the by laws, CC &R's etc. quite easily. Remove the tyrants. However, no one seems to have the sack to do much except bitch about what their neighbors are doing that is usually within the CC & R's, and bitch when the HOA tells them what they are doing is not seen as being in the community's best interests due to being in violation of the CC & R's.

[Alisobob]

Is selling back energy that much of a joy?

I dont plan on selling anything back... come Aug / Sept.

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No more $600 dollar Edison bills....

[AZHIGH]

Black panels can look great and not lessen curb appeal. HOA's are concerned with keeping house values up, sometimes with solar they get concerned about aesthetics. Will the house fit in the neighborhood? In many states the state law does not allow HOA's to interfere with installation of solar panels in anyway. Find out your laws.

Black Panels can be sexy!
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