As Glenleigh homeowners, we each have a responsibility to the community to keep our properties maintained and to be respectful neighbors. This is important so that we can all maximize the value of our homes.
In order to maintain community integrity, the Glenleigh Board contracts with an independent inspector. This inspector conducts periodic assessments of the neighborhood to record any non-compliance issues or issues of concern.
Glenleigh is now over 30 years old, and roofs, siding, windows, exterior doors, shutters, lawns and fences are showing their age. Maintenance of these areas is critically important not just for maximum home value or to enhance curb appeal, but also to avoid costly repairs. If your siding is buckled or mildewed, gutters are clogged or your chimney cap is rusted, it’s not just unsightly … it’s also an indication of water infiltration or other ongoing damage from the elements. These issues need to be taken care of as quickly as possible; a minor repair job today may cost thousands if not addressed.
Properly maintaining your home ensures the highest values not just for yourself, but for your neighbors as well!
MOST COMMON VIOLATIONS (And How To Avoid Them)
Yards in need of maintenance. One of the responsibilities of owning a home is to maintain your yard. Over-grown bushes, lawns without proper mowing and/or edging, yard debris left in the street, weeds growing in cracks of sidewalks and driveways are unsightly and give the neighborhood a run-down appearance.
Lack of landscaping bed refurbishing. Mulch or pine straw not only keep weeds away b
ut contrast and enhance your flower and planting beds to look neat and well-maintained.
Siding and/or fences in disrepair or in need of pressure washing. Mildewed or broken fences and siding are very unsightly, degrade the value of your home and can lead to more extensive or costly issues due to continuous water damage. Pressure washing and regular maintenance is key to keeping these areas in good repair.
Garbage bins visible from the street. Garbage and recycle bins should be placed out no earlier than the night before and removed from the curb on the day of your scheduled pick-up. They must be stored in an area where they are not visible from the street. Both of these rules are also Cobb County zoning ordinances.
Cars parked on the street. Our streets aren’t wide enough to accommodate both parked vehicles and moving traffic. If you are having a gathering at your home that will involve numerous vehicles, encourage your guests to park up at the Pool lot or utilize your driveway as much as possible.
Boats, trailers, play equipment or trash/debris/construction materials visible in driveways or front yards. Materials from a home improvement project should be kept indoors or in your backyard when not being utilized. If you own a boat or RV and need to have it at your home for a few days for seasonal maintenance, please send an email to the Glenleigh Board for approval prior to parking it.
Mailboxes and/or posts in disrepair. If your mailbox is leaning or if the door has come off, please repair it. The current boxes were installed by Addresses of Distinction. Their link for parts or repair is: Glenleigh Landing page
Dogs and cats wandering freely. Dogs must be leashed at all times, if outside the owner’s secure, fenced yard. Be mindful that smaller animals (especially cats) are safer inside the home, so they don’t fall prey to the coyotes, hawks, and owls in the area.
Front doors in need of a fresh coat of paint or stain and finish coat. This is a simple, inexpensive fix that can go a long way in sprucing up the appearance of your home.
Broken or faded shutters. The shutters are a prominent feature of your home and should be maintained at all times.
Clogged gutters and roof debris. Clogged gutters mean that water is not being properly diverted from your home and can lead to expensive water damage if not cleaned regularly.
NON-COMPLIANCE NOTICES & FINES
First Notice – Letter of Attention
If an inspector or Board member notes a non-compliance issue at your property:
- The Board will contact the homeowner about the issue(s) via email, telephone, or letter identifying the non-compliance issue and the steps you should take to correct it.
- Homeowners have between ten (10) and thirty (30) days (noted in the letter) from receipt of the notice to remedy the issue, depending upon severity or need for immediate action.
- The Board may grant an extension for the remedy, if requested within the time frame allowed in the notice, providing that a valid reason is established for the delay or extension.
Second Notice – Letter of Violation
A second notice will be sent if:
- No action or request for extension was requested from the first notice.
- The non-compliance issue is recurring within reasonable duration of time.
- The non-compliance issue is severe or requires immediate action.
Third Notice – Letter of Fine Assessment
A third notice will be sent if the first two have not caused remedy to the non-compliance issue(s), which results in:
- Fines accrue at $100 per month per violation until the issue is resolved.
- Once fined, both remedy for the non-compliance issue and the fine cause suspension of good standing for the home. Suspension of good standing also temporarily suspends amenity access and voting privileges until resolution is reach and fines are paid.
- Glenleigh HOA follows POA rules for collections, which are enforced by our attorneys of record upon Board request.
- When you sell your home or re-finance your mortgage, open liens and assessments must be paid in full during the closing process.
No one wants to issue these notices. Please respond to them when received, so that follow up notices and fines do not require enforcement by the Board. Our Covenants help us keep a well-maintained community, which is in everyone’s best interest.
We can all do our part by keeping our properties up, being respectful neighbors, and
enjoying all that Glenleigh has to offer!