Birmingham area HOAs

[TJ Hamon]

I'm curious about the experience investors in the Birmingham, Al area have had with HOAs for condos and townhomes. Has anyone in this area had issues with their HOA allowing rentals? Has anyone had to pay an extra fee to rent out the condo or townhome? I'm also curious if anyone had any luck with short-term rentals. I'm sure all of this varies greatly by property, location, and HOA, but any insight would be appreciated. Thank you.