X2! I'm currently at odds with mine. They sent me a letter about a year ago tell me to get rid of my five outdoor hens. I have a friend on the board, who secretly informed me the association is broke and can't afford to take me to court. So I still have my chickens (now only three due to a fox) until they find the cash to make me get rid of them.Who knew I was such a rebel. But I diligently pay my dues, so they at least can't complain about that.Good luck with your case.
Since your HOA hasn't done anything beside send you a letter, don't see where they'd have any grounds to make you get rid of your girls now or in the future
I'm not having issues with HOA, it's italian chick....Good luck to you both!