Monte Vista Homeowners Association

Do's and Don'ts

The Do's and Don’ts list is meant to be a helpful reminder of some of the things that help us live harmoniously and safely in our fifty-eight home community. It is not meant to be a comprehensive breakdown of everything covered by our CCRs.  If you have additions or modifications to the list please suggest them to the Board of Directors for their consideration.

Do

• Pay Homeowners Association dues in January and July of each year.

• Maintain both the interior and exterior appearance of the dwelling (including pest control).
• Remove weeds from all areas around the dwelling up to the street, including between the sidewalk and the street (courtstrip).
• Submit appropriate paperwork to the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) for changes to the exterior appearance of your unit. Existing paint color must be maintained when repainting.
• Make all leases and subleases in writing and provide the name of the lessee to the Association.
• Make sure any and all renters are aware of the rules of the Association.
• Keep pets leashed and controlled at all times and clean up after your pets
• Keep pets inside the dwelling or patio after dark.
• Keep all trash and recycle containers out of sight, with the exception of collection day.
• Keep your dusk-to-dawn outside light operational to enhance the safety of the neighborhood. Replacement sensor is Light Control – Dusk to Dawn, Ace SN 36508, about $9.00 plus tax available at Ace Hardware.
• Keep your tenant information up to date if you rent your property.

Don't (Violations)

• Place unsightly articles or nuisances outside walls or where visible to other dwellings.
• Engage in activities that result in any loud or obtrusive noise.
• Start any exterior projects before receiving approval from the Architectural Review Committee.
• Erect any antennas or satellite dishes and wiring that is visible from neighboring lots.
• Conduct any trade or business in or from any dwelling that is perceptible to any other resident.
• Keep more than two animals in any yard. 
• Allow your pets to become a nuisance.
• Park resident vehicles in visitor parking areas.
• Park any recreational vehicles anywhere in the Association unless the vehicle can be parked in the enclosed garage.
• Park any commercial vehicles anywhere in the Association unless the vehicle can be parked in the enclosed garage. 
• Leave your garage door open unless you are attending to something in your garage like cleaning your garage, loading or unloading items from your vehicle, working in your garage or washing or drying clothes and you are in the garage.