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GLEN RIDGE COMMONS HOA Frequently Asked Questions What does “A 55 and Over Community” mean? It means that all our Residents must be at least 55 years old. Our documents allow three exceptions: The spouse of a 55 or older Resident, or A live-in caretaker, as supported by a doctor’s written statement, of a 55 or older Resident, or A disabled child, as supported by a doctor’s written statement. What are the Association’s “Governing Documents”? The documents which describe the Association’s format, operation, powers and restrictions can be found elsewhere on this website. They include: Articles of Incorporation – This document establishes the Association as a Corporation in the state of Indiana and states its purpose and basic structure. Bylaws – This document defines the governing structure and responsibilities of both the Board and the Membership in more detail. Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions – This document goes into greater detail to define the restrictions, powers and responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Corporation. ACC Guidelines – This document gives guidelines for the more frequently submitted requests to the ACC. Rules and Regulations – This document is a list of standards of conduct required by Residents and Guests in order to maintain a community that can be enjoyed by all the membership. What does a “Home Owners Association” do? All individuals owning property in the community are automatically Association Members who enjoy the privileges and responsibilities of Association membership. Each year a Membership meeting is held to, among other things, elect a Board of Directors and approve a budget for the following year. Each household has one vote in this Annual Meeting. The Board of Directors runs the day-to-day business of the Association. This includes such things as signing contracts, collecting assessments, planning social events, resolving community problems that arise and, in general, insuring that the community continues to run efficiently and maintains the standards required by our documents and desired by the Membership. May I attend Board Meetings? - Yes. We strongly encourage all Members to attend the Annual Meeting at which Board Members are elected and annual budgets voted on. Members are also welcome to attend regular Board Meetings. However, since these meetings are normally held in Members homes, seating is very limited and postponements may be necessary in order to arrange for more appropriate accommoda-tions. What contract services are provided by the Association? The Association arranges for contractors to mow and chemically treat all the lawns, both privately owned and common areas, trim shrubbery at the front of each home and plow snow from the streets and driveways. What is an Architectural Control Committee (ACC)? The ACC is a committee of Association Members charged with the responsibility of reviewing requests Association Members submit for approval to make additions or changes to the exterior of their homes or to the their property surrounding their homes. These changes include installation of antennas, fences, trees, large shrubs, room additions, exterior colors, etc. This committee is required by our Covenants and intended to insure that both the aesthetic and other community standards are maintained. The ACC has published a set of guidelines found elsewhere on this web site. (Note: The ACC deals only with issues of the exterior of the buildings and the associated grounds. It has no requirements for the interior structure or decoration of the homes) What is a “paired patio” home? Our community has 100 single story patio homes. Each home is “paired” to one other patio home so that they share one “party” wall between each of the two homes. As an Owner, what do I own, and what does the Association own? As an Owner you own, and have title to, your house, inside and out, the land shown on the deed and all shrubs, trees, other plantings, driveway, etc. This means all costs associated with the home are the owner’s responsibility. This is particularly important when purchasing homeowner’s insurance since any damage by fire, hail, tornado, etc. is not covered by the Association. The Association only owns “Common Areas” which are large open grass areas within the community. Is the community a condominium? No. In a condominium, the Association is normally responsible for care and maintenance of virtually all property and grounds in the community with the exception of the interior of the individual houses. In Glen Ridge Commons, each property owner owns and is responsible for their own building and grounds shown on their deed. Can I have pets in my home? – Absolutely. While common household pets are welcomed, there are some restrictions such no livestock or poultry, limited number of pets, no pets which may be considered dangerous to other Members, etc. Please refer to the “Rules and Regulations” shown elsewhere on this web site. Can I have a Garage/Yard Sale? - While there are restrictions on conducting commercial businesses within the community, occasional garage sales are not restricted as long as they don’t create a nuisance (i.e. conducting a sale every weekend, etc.) In the last few years we have joined with Glen Ridge Estates Annual Neighborhood Garage Sale. Are there any parking restrictions? – Yes. Members must park their vehicles in their garages or in their driveways. Street parking is permitted only for guests, contractors working in the area, etc. See the “Rules and Regulations” shown elsewhere on this site.