I live in a subdivision that is completely uniform. All the houses are the same color and design, the lots are practically the same size, and even the mailboxes are all identical. I know some people think houses retain their value longer in these types of subdivisions, but I personally think it makes everything pretty boring. I’d love to be able to paint my house a different color, put up a fence, or get a fun mailbox without having to submit my request to the homeowners association. The next time we move, I’m going to make sure we don’t have to answer to anyone about things like this!