The Whispering Pines HOA of Chandler, Arizona cited homeowner Darnell Washington, 41, under subsection 4.7(b): landscaping that “creates unfavorable comparisons to adjacent properties.” Washington’s lawn is green because he waters it. His neighbors’ lawns are brown because it is Arizona and they do not.
HOA president Doug stood by the citation. “We have standards,” Doug said. “The standards are the standards.” Washington retained attorney Gloria Huerta. The lawn remains green. Doug has driven past it three times this week.