FAQS

Why do we have a homeowners association?

When the property was originally developed, the developer set out subdivision facilities for which the development was responsible. These were incorporated into the association restrictions. Each member of the association is required to comply with the restrictions. Some examples of compliance are adhering to owner maintenance of property, vehicle and pet restrictions, architectural compliance, common wall and nuisance compliance. The Association also provides for the Board to contract with an independent management company that enforces the restrictions in order to assure that the HOA is run effectively and efficiently. This enhances and maintains property values.

Why do I pay association dues and what do they cover?

When you purchased your home in a deed restricted community you were bound by the regulatory documents pertaining to your HOA. Association fees differ depending on the development but typical expenses include common area or homeowner lot frontage landscape, gate maintenance and repair, insurance for the common elements (if fee simple), utilities for the common elements, water and sewer for the individual homes if on a common meter, property taxes for the common elements, etc.

What is the Architectural Committee and what do they do?

Typically referred to as the ACC, the Architectural Control Committee is the only executive committee of an incorporated association. An executive committee is one where the majority of members serve on the Board of Directors. This committee will review and approve/disapprove any “regulated exterior modifications” you are planning to do to your home. A homeowner is notpermitted to perform any work on their home, painting, new construction, altering the exterior of their home, addition of stand-alone structures, etc. (in some communities this includes alteration of landscaping) until approval is granted by the ACC Committee.

Some non-incorporated associations will be run by an ACC Committee versus a Board of Directors as allowed in an incorporated association. Their duties will include enforcement and adherence to all items included in the restrictions of the association.

What does the insurance paid by the Association cover and what are the policies?

The association typically has two insurance policies: TCPP and Directors & Officers Insurance. TCPP covers property and casually for all common area property and equipment as well as the common area elements. Directors & Officers liability insurance covers the Directors, Committee members and volunteers working on behalf of the association. These policies are in place to cover defense in the event of a lawsuit.

How do I obtain a gate remote?

Please see the Subdivision tab and select your community. There is a form which must be completed by each household requesting new and/or additional remotes. Typically each association has a set fee for each remote which may vary in price. Once payment and form are received, KPM will complete the necessary programming specific to your gate system and the remotes can be mailed or picked up at our office.

How do I get my name and telephone number programmed into the gate system?

Please see the Subdivision tab and select your community. There is a form which must be completed and returned to management. Once received, KPM will complete the necessary programming specific to your gate system.

How do I get a copy of the Association’s documents, inclusive of Certificate of Filing, Bylaws, Restrictions, Rules and Regulations and policies?

Please refer to the Subdivision tab and select your community. Each community has a scanned PDF of all policies and regulatory documents.

How do I learn about parking restrictions?

Please refer to the Subdivision tab and select your community. The Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements specific to your community are also located here for your review. Parking guidelines can be found in the Use Restrictions section of these documents. Any policies that have been created specific to your HOA can be found under Communities, Regulatory Documents.