HOA Homefront: Can HOA board replace newly installed hardwood with carpet?

Q: The Davis-Stirling Act requires HOAs to develop certain operating rules, for example, elections or dispute resolution. Can (or should) the required rules be incorporated into the bylaws? Our small planned development (no recreational facilities, public streets, etc.) has little need for any rules other than what the act requires. — J.B., Santa Maria
A: The Davis-Stirling Act requires five sets of rules: election rules (Civil 5105), internal dispute resolution policies (Civil 5905); arch