HOA letter. WWYD???

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:What kind of disinfecting do you do inside this thing? If it does not involve getting naked I fail to see the point of an enclosed structure. Why not create a similar area INSIDE the house?

I suppose there are theoretical scenarios where this would make sense but would have to convince me. Heck, you could even be containing virus inside the thing to ensure you get a complete dose any time you are in it.

This is no way implies I condone HOAs for existing, never mind their rules, but you wanted to live in a place where there is a HOA.

Basically it’s:
—remove clothes and shoes
—put clothes in garbage bag to go inside to be washed
—spray shoes with Lysol
—put packages to sit for a few days or wipe them down
—hand sanitizer
—wrap self in clean towel and go inside to shower

I hadn’t thought about how the virus could actually be concentrating in there. That’s a worrisome point you bring up. Maybe if we put a fan to blow the air outside?

[Anonymous]

Husband needs a therapist.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:What kind of disinfecting do you do inside this thing? If it does not involve getting naked I fail to see the point of an enclosed structure. Why not create a similar area INSIDE the house?

I suppose there are theoretical scenarios where this would make sense but would have to convince me. Heck, you could even be containing virus inside the thing to ensure you get a complete dose any time you are in it.

This is no way implies I condone HOAs for existing, never mind their rules, but you wanted to live in a place where there is a HOA.

Basically it’s:
—remove clothes and shoes
—put clothes in garbage bag to go inside to be washed
—spray shoes with Lysol
—put packages to sit for a few days or wipe them down
—hand sanitizer
—wrap self in clean towel and go inside to shower

I hadn’t thought about how the virus could actually be concentrating in there. That’s a worrisome point you bring up. Maybe if we put a fan to blow the air outside?

So you’re getting undressed outside your house, behind opaque plastic, and you don’t think anyone would have an issue with that? You can be seen, just like when people use those real medical sanitation tents.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: Husband needs a therapist.

They both do

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: Husband needs a therapist.

OP needs one!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:OP here. There is an appeals process. I’ll have to look into it because we’ve never had an issue before.

To answer the questions— my husband built a frame out of 2 by 4s. It is about 8 feet long and attaches to the front door. Wrapped around the frame we have attached opaque plastic. Then there is a plastic door that hangs down to seal it off. When we enter the house we disinfect inside the structure. There is also a bin where we have told UPS to put deliveries. It’s honestly ingenious— my husband is great with this kind of thing.

My HOA would not allow this. Thankfully.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:What kind of disinfecting do you do inside this thing? If it does not involve getting naked I fail to see the point of an enclosed structure. Why not create a similar area INSIDE the house?

I suppose there are theoretical scenarios where this would make sense but would have to convince me. Heck, you could even be containing virus inside the thing to ensure you get a complete dose any time you are in it.

This is no way implies I condone HOAs for existing, never mind their rules, but you wanted to live in a place where there is a HOA.

Basically it’s:
—remove clothes and shoes
—put clothes in garbage bag to go inside to be washed
—spray shoes with Lysol
—put packages to sit for a few days or wipe them down
—hand sanitizer
—wrap self in clean towel and go inside to shower

I hadn’t thought about how the virus could actually be concentrating in there. That’s a worrisome point you bring up. Maybe if we put a fan to blow the air outside?

So you’re getting undressed outside your house, behind opaque plastic, and you don’t think anyone would have an issue with that? You can be seen, just like when people use those real medical sanitation tents.

We tested it. Can’t be seen.

[Anonymous]

Why can’t you make your disinfecting station inside in your foyer? This is an eyesore and could break a neighbors window in high winds

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:What kind of disinfecting do you do inside this thing? If it does not involve getting naked I fail to see the point of an enclosed structure. Why not create a similar area INSIDE the house?

I suppose there are theoretical scenarios where this would make sense but would have to convince me. Heck, you could even be containing virus inside the thing to ensure you get a complete dose any time you are in it.

This is no way implies I condone HOAs for existing, never mind their rules, but you wanted to live in a place where there is a HOA.

Basically it’s:
—remove clothes and shoes
—put clothes in garbage bag to go inside to be washed
—spray shoes with Lysol
—put packages to sit for a few days or wipe them down
—hand sanitizer
—wrap self in clean towel and go inside to shower

I hadn’t thought about how the virus could actually be concentrating in there. That’s a worrisome point you bring up. Maybe if we put a fan to blow the air outside?

So you’re getting undressed outside your house, behind opaque plastic, and you don’t think anyone would have an issue with that? You can be seen, just like when people use those real medical sanitation tents.

We tested it. Can’t be seen.

They can’t see as if it’s clear, but you’re claiming that you can’t see your shape at all? Even when it’s dark and the porch light is on? So it’s just that it’s ugly not that your neighbors are getting a peep show.

[Anonymous]

Buy biohazard suits and change in/out of them in the garage.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:That's not ingenious, OP.

Well, I disagree.
Nobody in my house brings any virus laden clothes or shoes inside the house, and all groceries and other packages can be disinfected inside the structure as well.

Disinfection of packages, groceries, etc is unnecessary. You’re delusional paranoiacs with a hideous eyesore on your house. Take it down.

Not true. Bring it into your own house if you want to. I'm making sure I don't.

[Anonymous]

Do you do this process every time you go outside? Or just after the store?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do you do this process every time you go outside? Or just after the store?

Just after the store.
We can’t use our garage for this— it’s full of stuff from a hobby we do— and I’m not putting plastic sheeting in my foyer. This is the solution that works best for my family. I really DGAF if our neighbors see our nude silhouettes.

[Anonymous]

OP I understand you are scared, but this is over kill.

It would give my family more anxiety.

Do you not have a garage?

I can understand your HOA being upset.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Do you do this process every time you go outside? Or just after the store?

Just after the store.
We can’t use our garage for this— it’s full of stuff from a hobby we do— and I’m not putting plastic sheeting in my foyer. This is the solution that works best for my family. I really DGAF if our neighbors see our nude silhouettes.

Your HOA would probably allow a backyard shed to house your hobby items. If you chose to use it as your decontamination zone, that would be your business.