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HB 1133

Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to prohibit or regulate certain swim instruction provided in a pool on an owner's or resident's property.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Daniel Alders and 16 co-sponsors

Bill restricts HOA authority to regulate or prohibit swim instruction on individual owners' residential pools, prioritizing homeowner autonomy over HOA governance rules.

Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
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Bill Summary · HB 1133

Legislative bill overview

HB 1133 limits the authority of property owners' associations (HOAs) to prohibit or regulate swim instruction programs conducted in residential pools. The bill would prevent HOAs from restricting homeowners' ability to provide or receive swimming lessons on their own property, even if HOA bylaws currently contain such restrictions.

Why is this important

This bill directly addresses the tension between individual property rights and HOA governance authority. Many HOAs restrict pool use to prevent liability issues and maintain community standards, while homeowners argue they should control activities on their own property. The outcome affects both the autonomy of homeowners and the ability of HOAs to enforce community rules and manage risk.

Potential points of contention

  • Liability concerns: HOAs may argue they need pool-use restrictions to manage insurance liability and prevent accidents involving instructors and multiple swimmers
  • Enforcement inconsistency: Restricting only "certain swim instruction" is vague—determining what qualifies could create disputes and inconsistent application across communities
  • Property rights vs. collective governance: Fundamental disagreement about whether HOAs should retain broad regulatory power or whether individual homeowner rights should take precedence in matters on their own property

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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