Exactly correct.
People go see a new neighborhood and say WOW this place is NICE! But don’t bother to look into the HOA (which is WHY it is so nice!)
Then they want to never mow their lawn, or park their big rig in on the curb in front of their home and then complain about the HOA.
People have a right to associate with others that want to live in a nice neighborhood. If you want to live like a feral human, I would suggest a trailer park or some property out in the country!
No they don't. Show me in the Constitution. YOUR rights do NOT trump my rights. I buy it, then I get to decide what I do with it and where to park my car, that is, if you live in a free society and not communist.
It comes down to balance. HOA’s do good but can also get out of hand. HOA is like a mini govt. It’s up to the home owners to stay involved and keep the HOA functioning in its limited role.