However, I was just accepted to a year-long graduate program in another country, with a full scholarship. In order to take advantage of the opportunity, I'd need to rent my unit approximately 4 months before the 18-month waiting period required by the association has passed.
I'm planning on making an appeal to the board to see if they'd be willing to let me do so - with the full intention of moving back in as soon as the year is up.
Board members, if you were hearing a similar case, what would make you more willing to grant the exception? How early should I begin the process? Any insight would be greatly appreciated.