And without seeing a ticket no one knows if a stop needed replacement, if a flange was cracked or too low, or is any other issue was involved.

Because they know, with absolutely certainty, they will be the ones who profit vs those who buy lottery tickets, etc.

People are getting ticketed.

I'm in Georgia, too, and there are many people here, who would love to sue someone because they see that as their golden ticket to finally get money. 

Third best, scratch-off lottery tickets.

I was told even if I had the grass cut I would be issued a ticket. 

@Brandon Turnerpretty much "don't ask,don't tell"its very common here in bay area, have seen many sfr converted to mf, duplex or another house built in backyard (as a inlaw unit ) actually for rental purpose.Anyway, be careful about your killer dance moves, that can definitely be a ticket to the jail

Makes me feel like I'm just another number on the ticket reel.  

I am concerned about bigger ticket items such as HVAC thus the purchase. 

Make sure they are able to cover their annual costs with existing HOA fees and that they have a decent reserve.Walk/drive the association looking for big ticket items that will need replaced which could trigger a special assessment.