Personal agriculture
- Statute:
- California §4750 · Chapter CIV-5 (Davis-Stirling Act Ch. 5 — Property Use and Maintenance)
- Topic:
- Member Rights · Gardens
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
The association may not prohibit a member from using a backyard of a separate interest for personal agriculture, subject to reasonable rules on height, maintenance, and neighboring views.
📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Personal agriculture
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member.
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- What does California §4750 require?
- The association may not prohibit a member from using a backyard of a separate interest for personal agriculture, subject to reasonable rules on height, maintenance, and neighboring views.
- Who does California §4750 apply to?
- California §4750 applies to HOA associations in California.
- What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §4750?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for California community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of California §4750?
- The official text is published by the California Legislature at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Personal agriculture?
- SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §4750 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a California-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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