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title: Can HOA board let owners build on common elements?
description: Can Condo Directors legally give unit owners permission to construct a patio on Common Element i.e. Lawn area outside of the owners unit. Where would I find information on this topic?
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# [Can HOA board let owners build on common elements?](https://www.condoassociation.com/blog/can-hoa-board-let-owners-build-on-common-elements)

 Written by [CondoAssociation.com](https://www.condoassociation.com/blog/author/condoassociationcom) | Fri, Jun 7, 2019 @ 03:26 PM

Can our HOA board give unit owners permission to construct a patio on Common Element i.e. Lawn area outside of the owners unit.

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