[WSBARP] HOA common area question

[Anthony Gibbs]

I have an interesting question from a PC:

PC is in HOA; new construction. PC’s sprinkler system was inadvertently set up by the Declarant-builder to water the adjacent common area, and caused the PC’s sprinkler system to water the common area by entering upon their property to turn valves. When PC discovered this, she notified the HOA, which entered her property to disconnect the system, managing to damage her sprinkler system while they were at it.

She’s asked if the HOA could be liable for the damage and if she might be able to recover the cost of the water for sprinkling the common area.

Any thoughts on this or leads for research are most appreciated!

Anthony F. Gibbs, Esq.
Sounder Law PLLC

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