Archive for August, 2026

California Just Passed the Toughest Wildfire Law in America

Posted on: August 25th, 2026

California just passed landmark wildfire prevention regulations focused on creating Zone Zero (an ember-resistant zone within the first 5 feet of a home or attached structure).    The rules, approved by the California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection under Assembly Bill 3074 and executive action, target wind-borne embers, the primary driver of home ignitions […]

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The community and board of directors have lost a very special person – Chuck Steimle

Posted on: August 25th, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Chuck Steimle, an original owner of Encinitas Ranch and resident of Rihely Place on August 9th. Chuck served on the board of directors for over ten years and was selfless in his devotion to the community. He was ever present on Rihely Place and always […]

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Get prepared for El Niño

Posted on: August 21st, 2026

As we approach the fall it is very important that homeowners take appropriate actions to prepare for what could be a very wet winter due to the impending El Niño . Here is some advice to be considered. Southern California’s severe El Niño weather patterns typically bring heavy, atmospheric-river rainstorms, localized flash flooding, strong winds, […]

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Tree Removals

Posted on: August 21st, 2026

Within the next month the community will be removing a number of Afghan (alderica) pine trees which has either become diseased and/or interfering with the growth of parkway trees. This species of pine has proven to be very susceptible to the ghost canker fungus and there is no treatment or cure for them. Over the […]

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Political Signs

Posted on: August 21st, 2026

As we approach local and state elections it is important to understand where and how homeowners can place political signs. California Civil Code Section 4710 protects an owner’s right to display political and other noncommercial signage on their own separate interest, such as within their windows or yard. However, this protection does not extend to […]

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Encinitas Ranch – Monthly Board Meeting Wednesday, August 19th

Posted on: August 19th, 2026

Due to a scheduling conflict at the golf course for Wednesday, August 19th, the community has had to make a minor change to the location for the monthly board meeting. The meeting will still be tomorrow at the golf course with the general session starting at 5 PM. The meeting will be held at the […]

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