As mailed to owners, the community is requesting feedback on the remaining sidewalks in the community. 

 

After looking through documentation, it was determined that in both traditional, neo-traditional style single family homes and townhouses, the sidewalk that abuts a lot (NOT the lead walks to homes from driveways) is the responsibility of the owner of the unit. Condo owner lead walks are covered under the condo association, and the main walks bordering the condo parcels are common area responsibility.

 

Currently the association does handle clearing the sidewalks of snow/ice, however the association is looking into potentially taking over full responsibility of the sidewalks to include repair and replacement. 

 

In taking over the responsibility of all the sidewalks (currently common and homeowner) would come at a cost and increase the deposits needed to fund the reserve study. Currently of the 84,000 sq ft of sidewalk within the community, the association covers 41,000sq ft. Because this impact is taking on an additional element that would increase costs, an official vote with 60% of owners in favor or obtaining all sidewalk maintenance would be required. If the required vote is passed and the additional sidewalks are incorporated, it is estimated to increase the reserve study contribution about $15.00 ANNUALLY for each owner (315 units) or roughly $1.25 per unit per month in addition to the current dues. 

 

The intention of adding the sidewalks as part of the community maintenance would be to ensure the following for all members:

 

·        The work done on the sidewalk in front of the Townhouses and Single Families stays consistent with the rest of the neighborhood.

·        Safety- control of the contractor to perform work where there are utility lines present.

·        Homeowners would not be under compliance concerns from the association, as it would be part of the association to repair.