Diana admitted using the water because it was convenient and saved her money. Rachel documented the hose, saved her bills, and estimated that about $122 of the extra cost came from Diana’s unauthorized use.
Rachel then checked the HOA rules and discovered Diana’s pool was too close to the property line. The HOA allowed the pool to remain under certain conditions, including requiring Diana to use her own water connection.
When Diana still refused to pay, Rachel took her to small claims court and won $122 plus the filing fee. She later installed a lock on her outdoor faucet and learned that setting clear boundaries was the best way to end the repeated disrespect.
