And just like that, the restoration project of four dams in mid-Michigan appears to be back on. The State Supreme Court has denied an application to appeal by a group of property owners, challenging a Special Assessment District. There is excitement on one side, disappointment on the other. Read the article…………………………….
Cross Lanes homeowners face uphill battle with costly road repairs (WV)
Those who live on Maplewood Lane in Cross Lanes are concerned for the future of the place they call home. Homeowners said their homes could be gone in a few years if they can’t find somebody to help with the ongoing issues causing their land to slide over the hillside. Read the article…………………………….
Henderson residents seek solutions after possible $1.3M price tag in water repair costs (NV)
Lumpy roads, crumbling walls and dripping pipes all are the result of a broken water system that has plagued a Henderson neighborhood for decades, residents say. “The water problem has been a problem since I’ve been here over 20 years and it’s not going anywhere,” Blossom Decrescenzo said. Now, neighbors are trying to find solutions. […]
Bayles Lake president ‘startled’ by suggestion that subdivision — not county — is responsible for road’s safety (IL)
The president of the Bayles Lake Homeowners Association’s board of directors gave a firm, one-word reply — “No” — when asked if he agrees with Iroquois County officials’ suggestion that the private subdivision west of Loda, rather than the county’s highway department, should be responsible for making safety improvements along a dangerous stretch of County […]
Legal battle between Fayetteville and HOAs over breached dams continues as city rejects settlement offer (NC)
A legal drama spanning nearly seven years between the City of Fayetteville and four homeowners associations with private dams that breached during Hurricane Matthew shows no sign of stopping, as the city rejected a settlement offer from the plaintiffs on Monday. Read the article…………………………….
Benton neighborhood drainage issue resolved after years of flooding (AR)
Water is finally draining in a Benton neighborhood that has been dealing with flooding issues for years. The issue was brought to Working 4 You last April after several homeowners in the Centennial Valley subdivision complained that homes were coming apart at the seams due to the excessive water. Read the article…………………………….
Nevada homeowners upset with ineffective HOA protections
A Nevada homeowners association discovered a lack of funds to repair its water system, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the HOA system and the need for homeowners to monitor community finances. Gordon Rossi described the pools of water around his Somerset Park home as similar to an asphalt swamp bog, adding that stepping on […]
City of Henderson backs bill for community sewer system repair help (NV)
The city of Henderson is throwing support behind a bill that would help local governments respond to damaged water or sewer systems in condo and townhome complexes. Read the article…………………………….
New rules could come to St. Tammany drainage systems. They may raise homeowners’ costs (LA)
Should the ordinance pass, the job of maintaining privately-owned drainage infrastructure in subdivisions would likely fall on homeowners associations, which may have to raise dues to pay for the upkeep, Burckell said. Read the article…………………………….
Repairs resume on sinkholes in North Phoenix condo complex (AZ)
Construction to fix a growing sinkhole at the Parkside Condominiums along Bell Road in Phoenix has resumed after a temporary pause. The project had been red-tagged with a “Stop Work” notice posted on the property by the city of Phoenix on May 13. A concerned citizen contacted the city, who investigated and ordered the temporary […]
Water main break causes complete loss of running water on Harsens Island (MI)
In a Facebook post, the Harsens Island St. Clair Flats Association said that porta potties are available at Browne’s Field for anyone to use. The post also instructed residents to fill a five gallon bucket with river water to use to flush their toilets if they can do so. Harsens Island St. Clair Flats Association […]
POA asks county for road help (TX)
Streets in the Cypress Lake Gardens subdivision in northwest Comal County are so rough that Comal ISD is threatening to stop picking up the children living there. The subdivision’s property owners association lodged a plea with county commissioners on Thursday, asking for help with fixing some or all of the big subdivision’s private roads, which […]
Lake Valve Committee formed to Address Dam Safety (CA)
The Arrowhead Lake Association (ALA) announces the formation of the Lake Valve Committee to address mandated repairs and improvements to the ALA dam, tower, and outlet systems. The Arrowhead Lake Association is the owner of the land surrounding and beneath Lake Arrowhead, including the dam, tower and outlet systems. The association is committed to ensuring […]
Johnson County neighbors seek answers as roads crumble in their development (TX)
The neighbors keep hitting dead ends with every attempt to get the roads fixed. Each municipality in Texas has its own rules and standards when it comes to the construction and maintenance of public roads. This neighborhood is outside both Godley and Joshua city limits, so they’re not responsible for servicing the streets. As it […]
Henry County HOA board unseated after homeowners each receive $29K assessment (GA)
A Henry County homeowners association board was unseated Tuesday night. It happened after homeowners received a $29,000 special assessment from the HOA to fix a dam owned by the community. Tuesday night packed into a conference room, the homeowners association board for Lake Dow Estates was in the process of being voted out, when they […]
Attorneys differ on risk reduction measures in Knox cattle dam suit (OH)
A Nov. 4 hearing in the Knox cattle dam lawsuit revealed progress on several court-ordered actions. However, it highlighted different views about implementing interim risk reduction measures (IRRMs) to maintain the dam’s safety. On Oct. 3, Knox County Common Pleas Judge Richard Wetzel appointed Jack Harris of Intercept Management Corp. receiver for the Landings Property […]
Neighborhood well issues leave Cecil County family without running water for six months (MD)
The former HOA president says this has been happening since the community was built. “My well was 480 feet deep and it was not capable of supporting my household with guests,” said Scott Holland. The current president of the homeowner’s association also deals with issues. “We lost water completely last week we had our well, […]
Judge declares owner in Knox Cattle dam dispute (OH)
More than two years after starting court action, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources has an answer in the Knox Cattle dam dispute. On Sept. 23, Knox County Common Pleas Judge Richard Wetzel finally ruled that The Landings Property Owners Association (POA) Inc. owns the dam and the lake. “The consequence of this finding is […]
What’s the status of the Yauger Road cattle dam? (OH)
“The judge required the State of Ohio to serve the corporation that owns the real estate,” he explained. “That’s the Landings Property Owners Association Inc.” In legal terminology, to serve means to notify of prosecution or litigation. According to the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office, the Landings Property Owners Association Inc. was canceled in March […]
Somerset Park deadline looms for solution to water system woes (NV)
The future of the Somerset Park community in Henderson will be decided by Tuesday, Sept. 10. That’s the original deadline the City of Henderson gave the Somerset Park HOA and its management company to fully repair the water distribution system. Read the article…………………………….
City of Henderson says it will front costs to fix HOA water system (NV)
The city of Henderson says it will help front costs to fix a homeowners association water system so residents don’t have to evacuate. Mayor Michelle Romero said the city will provide relief for residents of the Somerset Park community. “If the HOA cannot or will not fix this problem by Sept. 10, we will,” Romero […]
City officials work to offer solutions for Henderson residents facing eviction (NV)
A lot of questions remain surrounding the fate of dozens of City of Henderson residents who’ve been given two weeks to vacate their homes after the entire Somerset Park community began experiencing some serious issues with their community’s water system. Read the article…………………………….
Fayetteville proposes fix for private dam as part of city’s stormwater management strategy (NC)
During his presentation at the August work session, Talian addressed the unique challenges posed by the city working on a private dam, such as the neighborhood’s consent to work on it and the extent of the homeowners association’s involvement in the city’s fix. “One other thing I should probably mention is that Arran Lakes [West] […]
5 years later, massive sinkhole at La Habra condo complex is getting repaired (CA)
A massive sinkhole at a La Habra condominium complex will soon be no more, local leaders declared Thursday, Aug. 15, by lifting the first dirt into the wide trench, signaling the start of construction that will repair the collapse from five years ago. A storm channel running underneath a grassy area between two rows of […]
Sudden ‘ground collapse’ in Houston prompts evacuation of condo residents (TX)
Several residents evacuated their homes after a sudden “ground collapse” at a high-end condo community in Houston on Saturday afternoon, officials said. Beau Moreno, captain of the Houston Fire Department, said the collapse was caused by damage to an underground cistern that held flood water following recent heavy rains in the region. Read the article…………………………….
Wolfe Runne residents still waiting for sewer (DE)
Keith Parsell, representing the Wolfe Runne homeowners association sewer committee, appeared before Sussex County Council July 16, asking for council’s help to resolve an ongoing effort to connect the community to central sewer. “It’s been one fiasco after another for seven years,” he said. “Now the cost is out of sight for the residents. The […]
‘We’ve got to do something’: Rollingwood residents frustrated with city’s lack of response to drainage issues (MS)
He had just learned a project designed to repair a major sinkhole in his neighborhood was being delayed again, this time because contractors were waiting on supplies. “We’ve got to do something. We’ve got to do it now,” he said. “We can’t keep pushing this, kicking this can down the road.” On Tuesday, the city […]
Bridge collapse leaves residents isolated, emergency access hindered (MO)
Neither the fire department, nor Franklin County government can do anything about the needed repairs. That’s because it’s not a public road, rather it’s the responsibility of the homeowners through their homeowner’s association. Read the article…………………………….
Effective Management of HOA Projects: From Planning to Celebration
Managing improvement or infrastructure projects within a Homeowners Association (HOA) is a multifaceted task that requires careful planning, strategic decision-making, and effective communication. Whether the project involves enhancing community amenities, repairing infrastructure, or undertaking significant renovations, each step of the process is crucial to the project’s success. This article explores how HOAs can effectively manage […]
Vermont judge finds Stratton Mtn responsible for three bridges at SnowBridge
A Vermont Superior Court judge has concluded that members of the SnowBridge Homeowners Association are responsible for maintenance of roads in the SnowBridge development, but Stratton Corporation is responsible for taking care of three bridges in the 12-acre parcel with 36 trailside townhouses. Read the article…………………………….
After nearly four years the City shares timeline for Swan Lake Drive bridge repair (MS)
The city has a tentative timeline that could end the long commute around the closed roadway, giving some encouraging news for South Jackson residents whose bridge has been out for years……The Homeowners Association president is glad to hear there’s progress being made with the project to repair the bridge that has closed access throughout the […]
Farrwood Drive Developer Pays City $95,000 for Road Repairs, Says Owners Now Working Together (MA)
King H. Weinstein of Farrwood Drive Inc. told WHAV he worked only on several single-family lots and the Islington Crossing apartments, while responsibility has been confusing among the five or six older condominium associations representing 600 homes. He explained he has also sought street repairs, but the problem dates back decades before formal condominium rules. […]
Longwood residents forced to use sandbags due to storm water backup problems (FL)
A neighborhood in Longwood is dealing with water drainage issues so bad that the county has had to come in and drop off sandbags so residents have the means to protect their homes from damage. Sally Spires, who has lived in the community since 2008 says it is a recent issue. She said, “The only […]
Dunwoody residents get details on DeKalb’s watershed issues (GA)
DeKalb officials told the Dunwoody Homeowners Association at its June 9 meeting that $520 million has been invested in the county’s water treatment system since 2017, but it is still antiquated and fragile. Maria Houser, the director of the county’s Capital Improvement Plan and Environmental Compliance, said significant achievements in the past seven years include […]
Not Crazy: Insurance Premiums
Before we look at the data, I can speak about my local experience in Southwest Florida. Specifically, my Homeowners Association is required to carry insurance on the external part of the townhomes. When I joined the board in 2021, our annual premium was $15k. By the end of the year, the carrier went into receivership. […]
Failure of manway cover determined cause of Highland flood, not pipe burst (UT)
A neighborhood in Highland was flooded by what was initially believed to be a pipe burst, but Provo River Water Users Association said it was actually due to a mechanical failure of a manway cover. The flooding happened Saturday afternoon near the intersection of 6400 West and 10400 North.Tens of thousands of gallons of water […]
Records: Hanover dam 4 years past inspection when a component of it failed (VA)
Inspection records show that the Mattawan Dam in Hanover County was several years past inspection, and without an operating permit, when a component of it failed earlier this month, leading to the closure of two roads. An official for the regulatory body that oversees all of Virginia’s privately owned dams said it is likely that […]
New Kent board fails to guarantee funding for dam repairs in neighborhood (VA)
A Quinton community’s appeal for funding to repair an aging and at-risk dam that contains Kent Lake has failed to move New Kent County’s Board of Supervisors. Woodhaven Shores residents packed the March 11 Board of Supervisors meeting to appeal for financial help to bolster a bid for grant funding. The community fronts onto Kent […]
Marysville homeowners remain stuck behind washed out road as search for solution continues (WA)
Steve Hall, who heads up the homeowners’ association, met with us Monday. He said seven homes and nearly two dozen people are impacted. At that time, Hall said beaver dams burst and clogged the culvert, causing the road to crumble. He said a fix is complex due to layers of land ownership in the area. […]
Tax dispute pauses restoration of four flooded dams in Midland and Gladwin counties (MI)
In a complaint filed in Midland County Circuit Court late last month, lawyers for the Heron Cove Association of property owners said the assessments are “grossly disproportionate” to any expected increase in the properties’ market value and amount to an unconstitutional taking of property without due process or just compensation. Read the article…………………………….
When has a Condominium Building Reached the End of its Service Life? (CA)
If you read the earlier installments of this series, you know that the service lives of condominium buildings are shortened by inspection, maintenance, and funding failures. Recognizing when a building may begin to reach the end of its service life may be easy or hard, depending on the type of failure. A catastrophic failure by […]
A CT dam disagreement emerges as climate change impacts state. ‘It’s for our safety… our family’
The lake is remote, nestled in the woods in eastern Connecticut, with just an appliance store and an auto exhaust servicer nearby. Ashford Lake’s 53 acres are surrounded by residences, members of the Ashford Lake Property Owners’ Association, who enjoy kayaking in the summer and ice fishing in the winter. Read the article…………………………….
Hidden Trouble: How Aging Infrastructure Threatens Homeowner Associations
It’s easy to overlook the critical infrastructure subtly running behind the scenes of every homeowner association (HOA) community. While residents enjoy manicured lawns, sparkling pools, and pothole-free roads, the inner workings powering these amenities face a ticking clock. Read the article…………………………….
Spanish Main Yacht Club installs $1M of potable water pipes (FL)
Chairman of the Water Committee Tom Freiwald said Spanish Main Yacht Club was a 55-plus community in both the age of its residents and potable water lines. Due to repeated system failures, the Spanish Main Yacht Club had to replace its potable waterRead the article……………………………. lines, which were original to the condominium’s construction in 1966.
An Orange County neighborhood ripped out its septic tanks to protect Wekiwa Springs. Now it’s sorry. (FL)
The gated community of more than 180 homes was the first of 17 neighborhoods in Orange County near the springs to buy into a septic-to-sewer conversion, a multiphase project originally estimated to cost $123 million. Read the article…………………………….
The Essential Role of a Structural Engineer in Condominium and HOA Repair Projects
In today’s evolving infrastructure landscape, the role of a structural engineer is paramount, especially when it comes to repair projects for condominiums or homeowners associations (HOA). Their contribution not only ensures that the repair works are of high quality but also that the process remains transparent and in line with the expectations of the board […]
Five Years and Counting on a Fix at Beach Point (MA)
The Ebb Tide on the Bay Condominiums at Beach Point are closer to the water than any of the other Shore Road dwellings around them, and over the last several years the three buildings, comprising six condo units, have suffered damage to their foundations and decks whenever there is a big storm. Read the article………………………..
Liberty Hill neighbors worry about growing hole on their street (TX)
A neighborhood road in the Santa Rita Ranch development is sinking and cracking around a manhole cover, and there is no known reason why it’s happening. It has neighbors in the area very concerned. Read the article………………………..
Residents of Stonebrook not all happy with street paving assessment (MI)
A proposed project to resurface the roads in the Stonebrook subdivision isn’t meeting with rave reviews from many of its residents who are unhappy with the cost of the special assessment The homeowner’s association for Stonebrook, located at the southeast corner of Irish and Atherton roads, submitted petitions to Davison Township signed by 51 percent […]
Century-old dam that keeps Lake Lansing homes from flooding needs major repairs (MI)
The cost is not clear, Pratt said. A consultant is being hired to determine the scope of problems and the expected price of any fixes, he added. Property owners expect to have to share a portion of the cost, and want to make sure repairs don’t end up costing millions of dollars, said Steve Carpenter, […]