One submission came from a family who left their holiday lights up for a few days after Christmas. The HOA sent a violation letter: “Seasonal decorations must be removed within 24 hours of the holiday.” The parents said the lights weren’t even on — just hanging until the weekend when they had time to take them down. The board replied: no exceptions. For most families, holidays stretch into the new year. For this HOA, joy had a strict expiration date. #House #HOA