SB205 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Tom Whatley
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Real estate, restrictions, sign limitations
Summary: SB205 would stop certain real estate associations from blocking small sale signs inside the property and lets injured owners sue for damages.
What This Bill Does
It prohibits associations from restricting the design of a real estate sale sign within the association if the sign is smaller than 2 feet wide and 3 feet tall. It defines what counts as an association for this law, including various types of homeowner and property owner groups. If an association violates this rule, an affected owner can sue for damages. The law takes effect immediately after the governor approves it.

Who It Affects
Owners of real estate located within associations that would be restricted by current rules but would now be allowed to use small sale signs.
Associations that manage real estate or homeowner/organized groups (as defined in the bill) would be subject to the new restriction on sign design and enforcement.

Key Provisions
Prohibits certain associations from restricting the design of a real estate sign for the sale of property within the association if the sign is less than two feet wide and three feet in height.
Defines 'association' to include various types of owner or real property groups (HOAs, condo associations, mobile home parks, etc.) as described in the Code of Alabama.
Allows an owner harmed by a violation to bring a cause of action against the association to recover damages.
Effective immediately after passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Real Estate