Overview of Missouri HOA Law Changes 2021–2025
Missouri has no omnibus HOA act — homeowners associations are governed by their own declarations plus Missouri nonprofit corporation law, while condominiums are governed separately by the Missouri Uniform Condominium Act, RSMo Chapter 448. Two real, verifiable bills affected what HOAs can restrict during this period, both narrowly targeted rather than comprehensive reform.
2022 Legislative Session
SB 820 — Solar Energy Installation Rights
SB 820, signed June 29, 2022 and effective January 1, 2023, prohibits Missouri homeowners associations from banning or unreasonably restricting rooftop or other solar energy installations in their covenants and restrictions.
2024 Legislative Session
HB 2062 — Backyard Chicken Rights
HB 2062, signed July 9, 2024, prohibits HOA deed restrictions and covenants from banning the ownership or pasturing of up to six chickens on lots of 0.2 acres or larger. This is a genuine, if narrow, statutory limit on what Missouri HOAs may restrict.
What This Means for Missouri Boards
Outside of these two specific carve-outs — solar installations and small backyard chicken flocks — Missouri HOA authority remains defined primarily by each association's own declaration and covenants rather than by a comprehensive statewide statute. Boards should not assume broader statutory rights (fine caps, EV charging mandates, financial disclosure requirements) exist for HOAs in Missouri unless their own governing documents provide them; condominium associations have somewhat more statutory structure under the Uniform Condominium Act.
Board Action Checklist
- Audit CC&Rs and rules for solar installation restrictions and repeal any that ban or unreasonably restrict rooftop solar under SB 820
- Review any restrictions on backyard chickens — HOAs may not ban keeping up to six chickens on lots of 0.2 acres or larger under HB 2062
- Confirm whether your community is a condominium under RSMo Chapter 448 or a general HOA governed by its own declaration and nonprofit corporation law
- Consult Missouri counsel before assuming any statutory right or requirement beyond SB 820, HB 2062, and RSMo Chapter 448
How APM Helps Missouri HOA Boards Stay Compliant
APM's remote HOA management service monitors Missouri HOA and condominium law updates and provides client boards with compliance guidance and updated policy templates as the law changes. Learn about our Missouri remote management services. Contact us at billing@apmhoa.com or call 810-777-7060.
Legal disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed Missouri attorney for guidance specific to your community.
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