π Tiny-home owners sue developer over 'zombie' HOA
Over 40 tiny-home owners in Tennessee are suing developer Claude 'Chip' Hayes III for mismanaging HOA funds. The dispute involves three communities: Retreat at Deer Lick Falls, Retreat at Sunset Bluff, and Waterβs Edge. Homeowners claim nearly 80% of the Sunset Bluff HOA budget went to a lawn care company owned by Hayes, starting the legal fight over two years ago. They allege Hayes illegally retained control past the agreed-upon handover date in 2021. Residents are seeking $5 million in damages and control over the HOA records. π