May 2024
PRIVATE LANDSCAPING in the Community Setting
By Rick Lang, LAN Exteriors
A s the cold weather draws to a close and the long-awaited warmer weather approaches, we all can’t help but feel the excitement of our next “green season.” As we all are happy to shed the winter blues and embrace the spring, some may be considering a renovation project to their outdoor spaces. While contem plating an outdoor renovation to a home located in a man aged community, there are a few things to consider first. What am I allowed to do? In general, all managed communities have a clear set of rules, usually located in the associations governing docu ments that specify what areas adjacent to a home you are allowed to modify. The first step in the process should be to consult with the association’s management to understand
what areas around your home are available to you for modification. Following this simple step can save you a fair number of headaches and frustration. Most associations also require a property modification agreement, in which the board of trustees will review your proposed plans and determine if they conform to the guidelines established by the community. Specific Considerations The decision to renovate your landscaping is influenced by many factors. Often, people think of a renovation as removing and replacing existing plant material along the front foundation of the property, but you should also con sider creating actual outdoor living spaces when possible and permitted. When creating outdoor living spaces, think CONTINUES ON PAGE 26
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