Monday 16 December 2013

Homeowner Association Management Company Roles

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By Eugenia Dickerson


Some planned developments are run by homeowner association management company type entities. They charge fees for a variety of functions carried out under their auspices. Trash collection, snow removal and management of common areas are just some of the areas of responsibility. These fees are mandatory and failure to pay required amounts on time often result in the levy of fines.

Most fees levied at residential properties are done every three months or every month depending on the association. Full disclose of the mandate of the association and the bylaws are made known when a property is bought within the planned development. The full disclosure includes fees, penalties for any infraction and limits to the associations role.

One of the key roles homeowner related entities play is to preserve the sanctity of the community for the enjoyment of all the members. The rules members including tenants must abide by is designed to protect all the members. For example, some homes with front gardens may be meticulously managed by the homeowners to provide a nice looking neighborhood. This also preserves home prices. If a neighbor has an unruly garden the homeowner association normally steps in to ensure the violator conforms thus benefiting the whole community.

Residential community developments are varied by property size, types and prices. Fees charged increase when properties are larger and more expensive. Maintenance and security fees for the more exclusive neighborhoods, particularly those developments with swimming pool facilities, sports, tennis courts and other social purpose amenities can be quite pricey.

Parking infractions come under the jurisdiction of home owner association management. Assigned parking infractions can lead to testy community relations and management do not tolerate homeowners or visitors who park in others assigned spaces. Cautionary notices are normally dispatched to remedy the situation. Heeding the cautionary notices is strongly advised.

Utility companies such as those proving public water to homes may improve the function of the water system. This may include installment of new pipes. The total amount spent is normally divided amongst the various homeowners and a special assessment is levied. The period of repayment varies and can stretch for several decades.

Residential management entities are particularly vigilant about preserving the uniformity of planned developments. For example, adding a structure to an existing property in a planned neighborhood without permission can be very costly. This is because once the infraction is discovered, in all likelihood the perpetrator will be required to return to property to its originally planned state. Using certain colors which make a house look odd are also frowned upon.

Homeowner association management company type entities have a mandate to administer and maintain planned residential communities. They are allowed to charge fees which are used to cover expenses incurred for essential services such as garbage removal and ice and snow removal. They are charged with treating all residents uniformly. They are intolerant of bylaws infringers and can levy fines for inappropriate behavior or late fee payments. Fees charged are dictated by the developments makeup and special assessment projects incur additional fees.




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