HOA Homefront: Can we limit dogs in our community?

Q: Our HOA recently voted to update our CC&Rs. One section prohibits ownership of numerous breeds of dogs the board considers dangerous. Since California law (Food and Agri. Code 31683) outlaws dog breed discrimination by counties and cities, we are the only HOA in the region that bans ownership of certain dogs. Isn’t it illegal under Davis-Stirling to violate state law? — R.L., Rancho Santa Fe
A: The Food and Agricultural Code section you mention applies to ordinances adopted by