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How many parking spaces are available per home? Does each home have more than two? In our Virginia community, right after the Builder transferred control to the HOA, they designated two reserved spaces per home. Originally, there were 2.3 total spaces per home, meeting the zoning requirements established back in 1989 when the community was developed. However, we face challenges due to the lack of a requirement, as seen in newer communities, to keep garages clear for vehicle storage. Additionally, in certain parts of the community, there are both garage and non-garage homes, leading some garage owners to misuse their space for storage rather than parking. This leaves only one open space available for every three townhomes.

The initial mandate for two reserved spaces per home aimed to enhance resale value, assuming that most households have two cars. These spaces were strategically allocated, with one being fairly proximate to the home and the second being in the same general area but not as close.

Another potential solution for managing excess vehicles could involve enforcement of zoning laws by local authorities. Many homes in our community appear to exceed occupancy limits set by county zoning laws, leading to parking burdens and strain on other services. Addressing overcrowding, especially when it involves unsafe living conditions like inadequate fire escapes in basement dwellings, is crucial. When households exceed occupancy limits, involving the zoning office to enforce regulations can help alleviate parking and service-related issues, such as trash collection.

Regarding surplus open spaces, designating them as “Visitor” parking and making them available to everyone could be beneficial. However, implementing a time limitation, such as a three-day period, can discourage the storage of extra vehicles in these spaces. Additionally, revising parking resolutions to prohibit commercial vehicles, including trucks with ladder racks and those with visible advertising, can help maintain the community’s aesthetic and parking availability. Good luck with finding a resolution to these challenges.

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First of all, congrats on the new pool! It’s a great amenity to have.

About your question, I think that personally it’s good to have a lifeguard around. I know most associations have rules like “don’t leave children unattended” or “don’t swim alone” but you can’t always count on people to follow those rules. We have had a lifeguard on duty every summer and we haven’t had problems so far. Having a lifeguard around just gives me more peace of mind I guess. But that’s just my two cents.

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Hey, OP. I don’t live in Florida but here is what I found:

*Condominium associations can’t charge any fees for the sale, mortgage, lease, sublease or other transfer of a unit unless the association is required to approve such transfer and a fee for such approval is provided for in the declaration, articles or bylaws. Such fee may be preset, but in no event may such fee exceed $100 per applicant other than husband/wife or parent/dependent child, which are considered one applicant. These fees are to be used for screening and transfer approval only, not for capital contributions. (Section 718.112(2)(i), Florida Statutes).

*Homeowners Associations (HOAs) do not have this restriction. Many developers charge a one-time capital contribution when the developer sells a home to the first purchaser. In some cases, this money is set aside and delivered to the HOA at turnover to provide the community with start-up funds. After turnover from the developer, the HOA, as controlled by the members, can continue to charge a capital contribution fee on resales. The amount of the capital contribution fee in an HOA is regulated by the association’s documents, and the HOA membership can amend the documents after developer turnover to increase or decrease the amount of the fee.

Hope it helps.

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We haven’t returned to face-to-face meetings and so far so good. I find that we are just as effective either way.

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You might want to create a community website instead. There are lots of sites that offer free ones with templates readily available. If you want to splurge a little, you can hire someone to make the website for you according to your needs. A website is convenient and provides the same access to important HOA documents without becoming a sounding board for frustrated homeowners.

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I’m based in North Carolina and we recently had a change in the law wherein HOAs need to obtain express approval from a member to use their email address for association-related communication. Not sure if it’s the same in Colorado. I advise you to check your laws or ask a lawyer.

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Yes, I agree with queenbeeth. You can regulate parking on private streets, but not public streets. Your HOA also can’t enforce that rule on non-HOA members parking on public streets.

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