Many homeowners wonder what exactly is required to avoid receiving a violation letter from the association. Is there a secret list of crazy rules or nitpicky requirements? The good news is no, most everything is easy to comply with and we don't have a Cynthia. Below is a summary of the Exterior Maintenance guidelines requirements.
Yards
Mowing, edging and removal of weeds
Shrubs and trees trimmed
(tree limbs should hang no lower than 8 ft over the sidewalk and
12 ft over the street in accordance with city requirements)
Home Exterior
No peeling or faded paint or unpainted siding or trim
No mold or mildew
No rotted or damaged siding, trim, or brick
Gutters and downspouts well maintained
No cracked, broken, or missing glass
Garage doors, driveway, sidewalks, mailboxes in good repair
Fences and gates in good repair - no leaning fences, rotting wood, or missing boards
Basketball goals kept in good condition and upright
No other sports equipment, play structures (including swings), picnic tables, or grills kept in front of the home or in view of the street
No stored items, debris, or trash in view at any time other than waste pickup days
Trash cans must be stored out of view on non-pickup days
No window or similar air conditioning units visible from the street
No boats, trailers, recreational vehicles, campers, or commercial vehicles permitted in front of a home longer than 12 hours
No inoperable vehicles in view
Also, keep in mind when re-painting (even the same color), replacing a roof or fence, or any other home repair or improvement visible from the street, a Home Improvement Request must be submitted in advance of starting your project. This form allows us help owners make sure the improvement meets the association requirements and avoids costly re-work if the proposed improvements are a potential violation. Please allow time to receive an approval for any major change or improvements which could take as long as 45 days. In most cases, you will receive an answer within a week or two, and sometimes, particularly if circumstances require quicker action (like a leaking roof) in just a few days.