In order to preserve our beautiful community, all residents are expected to adhere to the governing documents of the community. If you are looking to make a change to the exterior of your home and/or land, please visit the "Architectural Change Process" section of our website! Please note that Association Dues for 2024 are $75.00 per month for single family homes and $195.00 per month for towns & carriages. This HOA dues update supersedes any figures listed elsewhere.
| veranda_governing_documents.pdf |
| veranda-amended_by-laws.pdf |
| veranda_bylaw_amendment_-_board_terms.pdf |
| veranda-capitol_contribution_resolution.pdf |
Seasonal and Holiday Decoration Rules & Regulations
Flags:
*Display of the American flag is encouraged in accordance with established flag etiquette
*Historical, service, international, state, school, team, seasonal, and holiday flags are permitted
*Commercial and political flags (regardless of size, shape, or material) are NOT permitted
*One freestanding flagpole and two flag mounts are allowed
*A maximum of two approved large flags may be displayed simultaneously
*Small, approved yard flags are permitted
*Approved bunting and banners are permitted
Decorations:
*Any portion of the home and yard, except for the roof, may be decorated
*Seasonal decor may only remain for a maximum of three months
*Holiday decor is allowed for up to 30 days before and after the given holiday
Permitted decorations:
Flags:
*Display of the American flag is encouraged in accordance with established flag etiquette
*Historical, service, international, state, school, team, seasonal, and holiday flags are permitted
*Commercial and political flags (regardless of size, shape, or material) are NOT permitted
*One freestanding flagpole and two flag mounts are allowed
*A maximum of two approved large flags may be displayed simultaneously
*Small, approved yard flags are permitted
*Approved bunting and banners are permitted
Decorations:
*Any portion of the home and yard, except for the roof, may be decorated
*Seasonal decor may only remain for a maximum of three months
*Holiday decor is allowed for up to 30 days before and after the given holiday
Permitted decorations:
- Plaques, welcome signs, and the like on doors and porches
- Planters and pots
- Real or artificial greenery
- Clear and multicolor lights on homes and in yards
- Window candles
- Approved yard flags
- Rooftop decoration
- Inflatables
- Projected images
- Outdoor audio
- Objects over 5’ tall
- Objects in beauty strip
- Yard signs
Please be advised that an important change to the governing documents of the Association was made on October 29, 2018 concerning the number of rentals allowed within the Veranda Neighborhood Association. In addition, the Veranda Board of Directors updated the Association's violation fine policy. The change records are below for homeowner reference (Rental Amendment & Fine Policy):
Veranda Neighborhood Association Policy Resolution Schedule of Fines
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the following Schedule of Fines will be followed: The Board of Directors is authorized to enforce compliance with the Governing Documents of the Association by assessing monetary penalties against homeowners who are in violation. These rules are designed to ensure aesthetic consistency in the neighborhood as a prerequisite to keeping property values high. In addition, this policy addresses administrative penalties for delinquent Association dues and returned check fees.
FINES FOR SPECIFIC A&L VIOLATIONS: Architectural and Landscape Review Violations: architectural or landscape changes started without VNA approval OR architectural or landscape changes that detract from the A&L submission’s approval guidelines:
a. First offence: Notice with 30 days to correct the issue to the Board’s satisfaction.
b. Non-compliance after 30 days will result in a $25 per day fine until the homeowner and Association resolve the issue.
PARKING VIOLATIONS: No parking in the Alleys. No part of a vehicle may encroach into the alley.
a. First offence: Written warning of the offense.
b. Should the homeowner fail to move their vehicle or continue to park in the Association owned alleyways, the Association reserves the right to have the vehicle towed without notice at the homeowner’s expense.
INFRACTIONS OF THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
a. Holiday decoration violations; remove holiday specific decorations after 45 days of the holiday.
b. Non-compliant signage; no signs other than address, owner identification, brokerage firm sales or lease signs. For-Sale or For-Rent by Owner signs must be pre-approved by the Association before being erected. No sign may encroach on common ground.
c. Trash can violations; no open containers, containers out of sight except 24 hours before collection.
d. Landscape encroachment or landscape maintenance issues.
e. Exterior maintenance of any structure on the property that a reasonable person would determine is not being properly maintained in accordance with the Association’s rules and regulations, neighborhood aesthetics, and surrounding homeowner(s) have expressed concerns.
NOTICE STIPULATIONS:
First time violations of the governing documents of the Association by a homeowner will receive a courtesy notice explaining the violation and requesting immediate resolution.
Should this not occur, a second notice will be sent. Continued noncompliance will result in a fine being levied and continuing daily until resolution.
Following resolution should the same violation occur in the future, subsequent notices for the violation will immediately come with a fine and continue daily.
ADMINISTRATIVE FINES:
a. Late Fees - $25 late charge for any monthly fee not paid by the 30th day of the month.
b. Returned check fees - $35 for any payment returned for non-sufficient funds.
APPEAL PROCESS:
a. Any owner receiving a fine who believes no violation occurred may submit a written explanation to the Board of Directors. The Board will review the Appeal and will decide regarding the violation in question. The Board will notify the Homeowner of their decision within 31 days of receipt of the Appeal.
b. Should the Board rule for the homeowner, written notification will be provided to the Homeowner, and all fines and fees previously paid for this violation will be refunded to the Homeowner.
c. Should the Board rule against the homeowner, written notification will be provided to the Homeowner and the assessment of fines will resume as of the date of the notification. The fines will continue to be assessed until the violation is remedied
LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the following Schedule of Fines will be followed: The Board of Directors is authorized to enforce compliance with the Governing Documents of the Association by assessing monetary penalties against homeowners who are in violation. These rules are designed to ensure aesthetic consistency in the neighborhood as a prerequisite to keeping property values high. In addition, this policy addresses administrative penalties for delinquent Association dues and returned check fees.
FINES FOR SPECIFIC A&L VIOLATIONS: Architectural and Landscape Review Violations: architectural or landscape changes started without VNA approval OR architectural or landscape changes that detract from the A&L submission’s approval guidelines:
a. First offence: Notice with 30 days to correct the issue to the Board’s satisfaction.
b. Non-compliance after 30 days will result in a $25 per day fine until the homeowner and Association resolve the issue.
PARKING VIOLATIONS: No parking in the Alleys. No part of a vehicle may encroach into the alley.
a. First offence: Written warning of the offense.
b. Should the homeowner fail to move their vehicle or continue to park in the Association owned alleyways, the Association reserves the right to have the vehicle towed without notice at the homeowner’s expense.
INFRACTIONS OF THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
a. Holiday decoration violations; remove holiday specific decorations after 45 days of the holiday.
b. Non-compliant signage; no signs other than address, owner identification, brokerage firm sales or lease signs. For-Sale or For-Rent by Owner signs must be pre-approved by the Association before being erected. No sign may encroach on common ground.
c. Trash can violations; no open containers, containers out of sight except 24 hours before collection.
d. Landscape encroachment or landscape maintenance issues.
e. Exterior maintenance of any structure on the property that a reasonable person would determine is not being properly maintained in accordance with the Association’s rules and regulations, neighborhood aesthetics, and surrounding homeowner(s) have expressed concerns.
NOTICE STIPULATIONS:
First time violations of the governing documents of the Association by a homeowner will receive a courtesy notice explaining the violation and requesting immediate resolution.
Should this not occur, a second notice will be sent. Continued noncompliance will result in a fine being levied and continuing daily until resolution.
Following resolution should the same violation occur in the future, subsequent notices for the violation will immediately come with a fine and continue daily.
ADMINISTRATIVE FINES:
a. Late Fees - $25 late charge for any monthly fee not paid by the 30th day of the month.
b. Returned check fees - $35 for any payment returned for non-sufficient funds.
APPEAL PROCESS:
a. Any owner receiving a fine who believes no violation occurred may submit a written explanation to the Board of Directors. The Board will review the Appeal and will decide regarding the violation in question. The Board will notify the Homeowner of their decision within 31 days of receipt of the Appeal.
b. Should the Board rule for the homeowner, written notification will be provided to the Homeowner, and all fines and fees previously paid for this violation will be refunded to the Homeowner.
c. Should the Board rule against the homeowner, written notification will be provided to the Homeowner and the assessment of fines will resume as of the date of the notification. The fines will continue to be assessed until the violation is remedied
VERANDA NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION RENTAL RESTRICTIONS & INFORMATION - Plus Schedule of Fines for Violations to the Governing Documents
| Rental plus fines info |