California HOAs and Selective Enforcement: How to Spot it and How to Stop It

Attorney Michael Kushner breaks down one of the most common (and most destructive) forms of HOA abuse in California: selective enforcement. Through real case examples, including a dramatic greenhouse dispute in an upscale San Diego community, Michael exposes how bad boards apply rules unevenly to reward friends and punish critics. This episode explains how homeowners can recognize selective enforcement, prove it, and demand equal treatment under California law.

🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ What selective enforcement looks like in real California HOAs.
✅ How favoritism and retaliation drive bad HOA boards to break the law.
✅ Which California Civil Code sections prohibit uneven rule enforcement.
✅ How homeowners can document violations, demand records, and prove bias.
✅ The steps to take when your HOA targets you.

Selective enforcement isn’t just unfair, it’s illegal. Michael explains how to spot the signs, gather the evidence, and push back when your board crosses the line.

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DISCLAIMER:

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The content of this podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by listening to this podcast, submitting a question, or receiving a response. Always consult with a licensed attorney regarding your specific legal situation. MBK Chapman and Michael Kushner disclaim any liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

This communication does not constitute a guarantee, warranty, or prediction regarding the outcome of your legal matter.

ABOUT:

Michael Kushner is the attorney who pioneered this niche area of the law—representing homeowners in disputes with their HOAs—in California. He created and taught the systems now used by the biggest law firms in the state focused on HOA litigation. Through his firm, MBK Chapman, and now through HOA HELL, Kushner continues to give homeowners practical legal tools to fight back.

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