I would not survive a SF Bay area HOA. Vegans complain about any BBQ meat smell, non pork or beef eaters complain as well. I respect religious beliefs, but it creates more conflict than I could deal with. Condos are the worst. Single family home HOA's have so many ridiculous restrictions, I can't even list them. One that cracks me up is not leaving your garage door open. Wouldn't work for me, I'm a garage guy.