Damage to HOA Common Areas

Posted on: July 12th, 2024

The community is finding more instances where damage is being caused in our common areas which include landscaped slopes. Homeowners may be wanting to improve views or have issues with specific trees or plants. We are looking for everyone’s help to avoid future problems as in most cases additional expenses are incurred to replace plants or create more work for our landscapers to mitigate any damage.

  • All homeowners are reminded not to remove or trim any common area landscaping. The costs to remove, repair any damage done to common area trees, shrubs or other plants will be the sole responsibility of the homeowner.

 

  • If a homeowner has a concern over any common area landscaping that might be creating a problem for them please contact Curtis Management at 760-643-2200 before taking any action.

 

  • The Landscaping Committee will assess any damage and the board will determine if any punitive action should be taken which could include fines, repair and/or replacement of the landscaping

 

  • The HOA is responsible to maintain all common areas following protocols developed and implemented by subject matter experts including certified arborists.

 

  • Common area landscaping cannot be trimmed or removed to improve views. There are California laws about there being not guarantees of views on any property in the state and our CC&R’s include specific language on that very issue.