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HOMEOWNER MANUAL
Dear Homeowner:
Congratulations on the purchase of your new home! Whether you are a first-time homeowner or
have owned your own home before, there is some basic information that you should know prior
to taking possession of your new home.
Your new home is built with pride by Village Park Homes. Much effort will be expended to
ensure that your new home will perform the way it should for years to come. Hundreds of people
will be a part of making this home a reality, from framers to roofers to the people that make the
windows and carpet. As with any product that relies on so many people and companies to
produce a final product, there are inevitably going to be some mistakes made. In addition, your
home’s structure is built of wood, a natural product that can warp, shrink and twist. This is
normal. Our job at Village Park Homes is to ensure that as many of these issues as possible are
corrected before your New Home Orientation. We too are human and can overlook corrections
that need to be made. Part of your orientation process will be to familiarize you with your
home—the components, systems operation, and on-going maintenance. As you and your Village
Park Homes representative walk through your new home please make note of any adjustments
that need to be made. These will be taken care of as quickly as possible. Our goal is to have
every item corrected and accepted by you prior to your taking possession of your new home.
With the purchase of your new home comes a Limited One-Year Warranty from Village Park
Homes on all materials and workmanship in the home as well as a Home Buyers Warranty. This
Warranty, however, does not cover damage caused to your home after you take possession. For
this reason, during your orientation we urge you to inspect very carefully specific areas of the
home that are prone to damage during and after move-in. These areas include, but are not limited
to, carpet, vinyl and wood floors, cabinets and countertops, appliances, tubs and sinks, doors and
hardware, light fixtures, glass, mirrors, and screens. Damage that is not noted on the New Home
Orientation form will not be covered under warranty after you take possession.
After you take possession, please note that your home will “settle.” Small cracks may form in the
walls, tile grout, caulking joints, cabinets, doors, and trim boards. Don’t panic, this is normal. It’s
just the wood shrinking as it dries out from its new conditioned environment. It normally takes a
full year heating and cooling cycle for this process to stabilize. For this reason, we recommend
you wait at least six months before you submit a Service Request to have these areas repaired.
Homeowner Letter
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This Homeowner Manual includes information on:
Limited One-Year Warranty
Service Needs
Your Maintenance Responsibilities as a New Homeowner
Quality Assurance Standards
How to Submit an Application for Changes to Your Home
Property Owners Association
Newcomer Information
Again, we want to congratulate you on the purchase of your new home. We at Village Park
Homes appreciate your confidence in us and will continue to work hard for you and all our
valued customers.
Sincerely,
Richard Schwartz
President
WARRANTY
uring your New Home Orientation you will have the opportunity to become familiar with
the functions and of the various systems of your home. Upon closing you will receive all
the warranties for your appliances and equipment. Please take the time to review these
documents and complete the warranty registration forms. Mailing instructions are on each form.
Limited One-Year Warranty Period
With the purchase of your new home there is a Limited One-Year Warranty from Village Park
Homes on all materials and workmanship in your home. This Warranty, however, does not cover
damage caused to your home after you take possession. For this reason, during your orientation
we encourage you to inspect areas of your home to damage during and after move-in. Damage
noted on the New Home Orientation form will be covered under this warranty. Any other
damage is the homeowner’s responsibility.
Once you have moved into your new home, you may notice changes that occur due to “settling.”
As lumber dries and the home settles on its foundation, there will likely be drywall cracks. Nails
may back out and knobs may loosen and so on. The home will "dry out" with over 100 gallons of
water evaporating from a standard home. Don’t panic, this is normal. It usually takes a full
heating and cooling cycle for this process to stabilize. For this reason, we recommend you wait at
least six months before you submit a Warranty Service Request to have these areas repaired. We
will only perform cosmetic repairs one time on these types of defects. Prior to this service, we
recommend that you do not apply wallpaper or use colored paints. We also encourage you to
perform some of your own small drywall and caulking repairs as they are needed rather than wait
for the one-time Village Park Homes Warranty Service. These repairs are normally quick and
easy to perform.
Home Buyers Warranty
Congratulations! You are purchasing a newly constructed home with express limited warranty
protection provided by Village Park Homes, a Builder/Seller enrolled in the Quality Builders
Warranty Program. The specific warranty coverage(s) selected by Village Park Homes is stated
on your Certificate of Warranty Coverage. Your Certificate of Warranty Coverage and the
Quality Builders Warranty Booklet contain Village Park Homes Limited Warranty to you.
Village Park Homes warrants that, within the limitations described in these two documents, your
home will be free from qualifying structural defects, and if so indicated on your Certificate of
Warranty Coverage, will also be free from defects in workmanship and systems. Please refer to
the Quality Builders Warranty documentation provided to you for further details and
explanation.
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SERVICE
Emergency Service
Emergency service is limited to no heat, no air conditioning, severe plumbing problem or roof
leak. Immediately contact the appropriate firm from the list.
Important Phone Numbers
Plumbing
Jenkins ………………………………………….……843-784-5244
Jenkins (after hours) …………………………………866-526-7151
Tillotson Plumbing………………………….….…….843-247-1347
Electrical
Phillips Electric………………………………………843-247-9070
ECI Electric………………………………………….843-384-9899
Heating & Cooling
Northpoint Heating & Air…………………………….843-757-6247
Dean Custom Air……………………………………..843-706-2850
Appliances
GE…………………………………………………….1-800-432-2737
Landscaping
Kudzu Landscaping……………………………………1-770-381-1234
South Carolina Electric and Gas………………….…1-800-251-7234
Beaufort-Jasper Water and Sewer…………………..843-987-9200
Palmetto Electric………………….…………………. 843-681-5551 (Hilton Head)
Warranty Service
These repairs are typically completed after one (1) month and before one year after your closing
date. Examples of warranty work are: a sticking door, nail pops, loose knobs, or small cracks on
the walls, tile grout or caulking joints. Remember, we will only perform cosmetic repairs one
time.
To submit a claim, please log onto Service Online Solution. Visit
www.serviceolinesolution1.com/306 and select “Start New List of Repairs”
SERVICE
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Every time a Village Park Homes warranty representative is in your home, the representative
will have a copy of the Service Request. The Representative will note the repairs performed and
whether or not the Representative will need to return. The Village Park Homes warranty
representative will clean the work area in a workmanlike manner and lock your home before
leaving your property.
Please note that every homeowner is responsible to know the operation and functioning of their
home and to handle all standard homeowner maintenance and repair situations.
Welcome to your new home! As a convenience to you, this house is supported by SOS (Service Online Solution). In the event that you need to request a service repair, please visit www.serviceonlinesolution1.com/306 and select “Start New List of Repairs.” Using a computer or any mobile device, you can start your list by entering your Address, Name, Email address, and Phone Number. To submit a repair request please do the following: 1. Select “Add a new repair item” and choose a category that relates to your issue. 2. Be sure to read the warranty coverage displayed to confirm that your issue is a warrantable item. If this is a punch list – no warranty standard will pop up. If the item is out of warranty the system will not let the item be added to your list. Enter the location of the issue/s along with a description and select “Add to Repair List.” 3. In the field marked “Upload File or Photo,” select “Choose File” to attach a picture or take one instantly on your mobile device. Press “Upload” when done. (Although photos are not required, they are highly recommended.) 4. You may add additional items to your list and save it to submit at a later time or choose “Submit Request.” Once it has been submitted, you will not be able to access it again. 5. You can access a previously saved list by choosing “Continue Saved/Unsubmitted” and entering your property address and the PIN that was emailed to you. New repair items may be added or existing ones may be edited or deleted. You may also update your contact information. Once you have submitted your repair request you will receive confirmation via email and the appropriate staff personnel will be notified immediately. Someone will be in contact to schedule your repair. Thank you for using SOS as it will help to expedite your service needs.
HOMEOWNER MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
In order to keep your warranties in effect and to protect your home for the future, there are a few
regular maintenance items you must perform. Of importance are:
1. Regular replacement of the air filter for the HVAC equipment (every 30 to 90 days as
needed). In addition, add bleach to the HVAC drain lines to prevent mold clogging lines.
2. Do not make lot grade changes that will affect drainage onto other homesites, your home
or garage. Additions of sod and or walkways may raise elevations and alter drainage
thereby channeling water into garages or under homes.
3. Use of the garage for more than the intended use of storing cars and lawn maintenance
equipment. Wind driven rain may enter the garage and wet the floor. Off-floor storage
for cardboard boxes, clothing and the like will be necessary.
4. Refrigerator coils must be cleaned as necessary and at least every six months.
5. No dirt should be allowed to accumulate against the vinyl siding of the house. Rain
runoff from the roof will move dirt against the house and hide termite infestations.
6. A termite bond and an annual inspection are a critical responsibility for the homeowner.
7. Recaulking the crack between the tub or shower and the wall or tile and floors.
8. Any painted surfaces must be cleaned regularly and repainted at least every three years or
as necessary.
9. Refer to your QBW manual for additional information
QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS
Your home will be constructed to meet or exceed these Quality Assurance Standards.
Please review these standards and feel free to call us with any questions you may have.
Village Park Homes strives to construct the highest quality homes possible. We are constantly
upgrading and redesigning our homes as well as upgrading our materials. For this reason, your
home may be an improved version of our model, spec, and/or existing homes.
Village Park Homes will at least meet the following standards of excellence. We always strive
to exceed these standards and often do so.
I. Concrete
A. Expansion and Contraction Joints - Concrete slabs are designed to move at
expansion joints.
B. Cast-In-Place Concrete
1. Cracks in garage slabs in excess of 1/4" in width or 1/4" in vertical
displacement shall be repaired.
2. Cracks in concrete or asphalt drives are normal. Cracks exceeding 1/4" in
width or 1/4" in vertical displacement shall be repaired.
3. Concrete surfaces that disintegrate to the extent that the aggregate is exposed
and loosened under normal conditions of weathering and use shall be repaired.
4. Stoops, steps, or garage floors that settle, heave, or separate in excess of 1"
from the house structure shall be repaired.
5. Blocks, bricks, and mortar joints that have cracks exceeding 3/8" shall be
repaired by patching or pointing. Color variations are acceptable.
6. If water stands more than 48 hours on any sidewalk, drainage will be repaired.
II. Doors and Windows
A. Wood and Plastic Doors
1. Exterior doors will warp to some degree due to temperature differential on
inside and outside surfaces. They shall not warp to the point where they
become inoperable or cease to be weather resistant or exceed National Wood
Manufacturers' Standards (1/4" measured diagonally from corner to corner).
Defective doors will be repaired or replaced with finish work to match as
closely as possible.
QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS
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2. Interior doors, which warp in excess of National Woodwork Manufacturers'
Association Standards (1/4" measured diagonally from corner to corner), shall
be repaired or replaced at builder's option.
3. Panels will shrink and expand and may expose small unpainted surfaces. This
is normal and no repair is necessary.
4. Split panels shall not allow light to be visible through the door. If this occurs,
builder will fill crack, sand and restain or repaint area. Finish area to be as
close as possible to original.
B. Glass - Broken glass not reported on the customer orientation form is the
homeowner's responsibility.
C. Garage Doors - Shall be installed as recommended by the manufacturer. Wind and
rain can be expected to penetrate the door area with wind driven rain conditions.
The garage is intended to store automobiles, lawn care equipment and the like.
Clothing and cardboard boxes should not be stored on the garage floor.
D. Wood, Plastic, and Metal Windows - Windows will collect condensation on interior
surfaces when extreme temperature difference and high humidity levels are present.
No repair is necessary.
E. Weatherstripping and Seals - Some infiltration of wind and rain is occasionally
noticeable around doors and windows, especially during high winds. Poorly fitted
weatherstripping shall be adjusted or replaced once by builder. Further adjustments
are the responsibility of the homeowner.
III. Electrical
A. Wiring - Should be capable of carrying the designed load for normal residential use
and shall meet the National Electrical Code.
B. Electrical Conductors and Circuit Breakers that activate under normal usage shall be
repaired. Condensing unit fuses are not warranty items.
C. Outlets, Switches, and Fixtures
1. Electrical junction boxes on exterior walls may occasionally produce airflow
whereby some air can be drawn through the outlet into the room. The
occurrence is normal in new home construction.
2. All switches, fixtures and outlets shall operate as intended.
3. Placement of switches and outlets is by code and usage and not by homeowner
preference.
D. Service and Distribution - Ground fault interrupters are sensitive safety devices
installed into the electrical system to provide protection against electrical shock.
These sensitive devices can be tripped very easily. Owners should test this device
periodically.
QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS
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IV. Exterior Finishes
A. Roofing and Siding
1. All siding shall be installed according to the manufacturers and industries
accepted standards. Separations and delaminating in excess of 1/4" shall be
repaired or replaced. Any repainting or repairs will be of a touch-up nature
only. Minor nicks, hammer marks, nail pops and shrinkage are normal
construction occurrences and are entirely acceptable.
2. Sealants - Joints and cracks in exterior wall surfaces and around openings that
are not properly caulked to exclude the entry of water under normal downfall
conditions will be repaired.
V. Finishes
A. Gypsum Wallboard - Slight imperfections such as nail pops, seam lines and cracks
not exceeding 1/16" in width are common and are considered acceptable. A defect is
an imperfection visible from 8 feet away in normal lighting.
B. Ceramic Tile
1. Cracks in grout are commonly due to normal shrinkage conditions, and the
regrouting of these cracks is a maintenance duty of the homeowner.
C. Resilient Flooring
1. Flooring will be repaired if nail pops rupture the flooring.
2. Readily apparent depressions or ridges exceeding 1/4" shall be repaired.
3. Flooring which lifts or bubbles shall be repaired.
4. Gaps shall not exceed 1/8" in width in floor covering joints. Where dissimilar
material abuts, a gap not exceeding 3/16" is permissible.
5. Impressions or indentations caused by normal wear and tear (furniture, high
heel shoes, etc.) are not warrantable.
6. Nicks and tears not listed on the New Homeowner Orientation form are not
warrantable.
7. Village Park Homes is not responsible for discontinued patterns, colors, or
variations in color.
D. Painting - Exterior paints or stains that fail during the first-year warranty period will
be repaired. Slight fading is normal and the degree is dependent on climatic
conditions. If paint or stain is defective, affected areas will be refurbished, matching
color as closely as possible. Where finish deterioration affects 75% of the wall area,
that wall area will be refinished.
E. Carpeting
1. Carpet seams may show; however, visible gaps are not acceptable and will be
corrected.
2. Wall to wall carpeting shall not come up or separate from its point of
attachment. Carpet will be re-secured once during warranty period if needed.
3. Sagging or loose carpet will be re-stretched once during warranty period if
needed.
QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS
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VI. Fireplaces
A. Fireplace and chimney shall function properly. It is normal to expect that high winds
can cause temporary negative draft situations. Malfunctions will be corrected if the
problem is one of design or construction of the fireplace. Wind noise is also normal
in certain locations.
VII. Mechanical
A. Plumbing.
1. No leaks of any kind shall exist in any soil, waste, vent, or water pipe.
Condensation on piping does not constitute leakage and is not a warrantable
item.
2. Refrigerant lines that develop leaks during normal operation shall be repaired.
3. Any valves or faucets that leak due to defects in material or workmanship shall
be repaired.
4. Fixtures, appliances, or fittings shall comply with their manufacturer's
standards.
5. There will be some noise emitting from the water pipe system due to the flow
of water. However, water hammer shall be eliminated.
6. Chips and cracks on surfaces of bathtubs and kitchen sinks can occur when
surface is hit with heavy objects. Any chips or cracks must be reported on the
New Homeowner Orientation form to be repaired.
7. Clogged drains and sewers are the responsibility of the homeowner unless it is
due to faulty workmanship or defective materials.
B. Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
1. Systems shall operate according to manufacturer's specifications and
recommendations. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to understand
operating procedures and normal maintenance requirements.
2. Condensation lines may clog eventually under normal use. This is a
homeowner maintenance item; however, builder shall provide unobstructed
lines initially.
3. Return air filters will be installed prior to New Homeowner Orientation at all
return air locations. It is a homeowner maintenance duty to replace filters as
needed.
4. An HVAC system's failure to operate may be a blown fuse or circuit breaker.
Know their locations and check them first.
5. Air distribution.
a. Ductwork shall remain intact and securely fastened.
b. As metal ductwork is heated and cooled it will make noise.
VIII. Cabinets, Tops, and Appliances
A. Countertops fabricated with high pressure laminate coverings shall not delaminate.
Delaminated coverings will be repaired or replaced at builder's option. Chips or
cracks not noted on the New Homeowner Orientation form are not warranty items.
QUALITY ASSURANCE STANDARDS
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Minor imperfections (less than 1/4") along the edge are normal. Gaps in laminate
counter top joints should be less than 1/8”.
B. Kitchen cabinet warpage shall not exceed 1/4" as measured from the face frame to
point of furthermost warpage with door of drawer front closed.
C. If gaps between cabinets, ceilings or walls exceed 1/4" in width, gap will be repaired.
D. Cabinets should be not more than 1/2" off a vertical alignment are warranted by their
manufacturer.
E. Color and grain variations in natural wood cabinets are normal. No repair or
replacement will be done.
IX. Site Work
A. Site Grading - Settling of ground in excess of 4" around foundation walls, utility
trenches other filled areas which interferes with water drainage away from the home
shall be repaired.
B. Site Drainage - All necessary grades, swales, and foundation drains will be installed
by the builder. These are the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain. If water
stands more than 48 hours due to improper grade, the immediate area will be
regraded. Since any shrub, plant, flower, bush, or grass replacement is the
responsibility of the homeowner, please confirm that your drainage works before
installing these additional materials.
C. Water trenching due to abnormal rains is the responsibility of the homeowner after
sixty days of occupancy.
D. Cable television trenches are the homeowner’s responsibility if not installed by the
builder.
E. Homeowner should check for water under crawlspaces periodically. If water can
flow out of crawlspace, this is acceptable. "Standing water" in excess of 48 hours is
unacceptable and will be repaired by builder.
X. Structural
A. Floors - Subfloor imperfections that cause ridges or indentations in excess of 1/4”
(measured with a straight edge perpendicularly over the ridge and the deflection
measured no more than 32” from the ridge) will be repaired or replaced.
B. Framing - All structures are built to local building code requirements.
MAKING CHANGES TO YOUR HOME
One of the benefits of living in Meadowbrook is the Protective Covenants which help ensure the
future value of your property. As you settle into your home, you may have ideas for changes that
you would like to make. As a reminder, prior to any construction activity, the covenants require
the homeowner to submit plans for approval. This includes plans for any decks, satellite dishes,
additions, porches, changes to grade, tree planting or removal, visible landscaping, swimming
pools, and the like. Architectural plans and drawings must include all dimensions of desired
changes.
Please refer to your covenants for specific details.
Plans should be submitted to:
Meadowbrook ARB
Advantage Association Management
4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Suite 107
Bluffton, SC 29910
Wetlands
Homes adjacent to the freshwater wetland nature preservation areas are likely constructed right
at the setback limit from the wetland. This optimizes your view and enjoyment of the open
space. Beaufort County and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as well as the S.C. Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management all enforce this setback from the wetlands in order to
provide a filtration for storm water flowing into the nature preserve. You may not construct
anything in this buffer setback area.
HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION
The Meadowbrook Homeowner's Association is responsible for the maintenance of the common
areas and for the enforcement of the enclosed Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and
Restrictions. The HOA telephone number is (843) 605-4244.
HOMEOWNER DUES
Please note that in the year you purchased your home, at closing you have paid your homeowner
dues through December 31 of that year so you will begin receiving invoices on January 1 of the
year following your home purchase. Contact HOA for current dues.
COVENANT VIOLATIONS
If you notice any violations of the Protective Covenants, please contact the HOA office at:
Meadowbrook HOA
Advantage Association Management
4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Suite 107
Bluffton, SC 29910
NEWCOMERS TO BLUFFTON--GENERAL INFORMATION
The following checklist will assist you:
DRIVER’S LICENSE
Within 90 days you must obtain a South Carolina driver’s license. You may phone SC
Department of Motor Vehicles at (843) 815-6981. It is located at 15 Sheridan Park and is open
between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
AUTOMOBILE TITLE AND REGISTRATION
Change your auto title and registration within 45 days.
VOTER REGISTRATION/ELECTIONS
Advise the Board of Elections where you formerly voted that you have moved and cancel your
old registration. To register in South Carolina, a picture ID and proof of your Beaufort County
address is required (SC driver’s license). You can register by mail or by calling the Bluffton
Town Hall at (843) 706-4500 for their form or in person at the Town Hall Building at 20 Bridge
Street in Bluffton. Business hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from Monday through
Thursday and from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Friday.
LEGAL ISSUES – CHANGE OF ADDRESS:
Execute a new will recognized in the State of South Carolina.
If this is your primary home, apply for the resident exemption at the Beaufort County
Tax Office. This will reduce your assessment from 6% for secondary homes to 4%
for permanent residences.
The Social Security Administration will require an immediate change of address. The
local office is located at 114 Carolina Cove, Beaufort, SC 29902. Their telephone
number is (866) 254-3316.
Contact the post office for registration of your new address.
4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Suite 107, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: 843-605-4244 Fax: 843-605-4255
Welcome to the Neighborhood!!!
A Brief History of the Development of Meadowbrook at Old Carolina
In May, 1998 Mr. Wilbert Roller developed Carolina Estates of Bluffton Phase I with an
initial offering of 31 lots.
In July, 2000 D. R. Horton Homebuilders began purchasing lots and building homes in
Phase I and by early 2003 they had built homes and sold all 31 lots. At this same time D.
R. Horton changed the name of our community from Carolina Estates of Bluffton to
Meadowbrook at Old Carolina and recorded the Covenants and Restrictions, along with
two Amendments to those same Covenants and Restrictions with the Beaufort County
Register of Deeds.
In 2006 Mr. Roller developed Phase II of Meadowbrook at Old Carolina with an initial
offering of 13 lots. Throughout the next nine years six of the Phase II lots were
purchased, with four of those having homes built on them.
In 2015 Village Park Homes bought seven of the remaining lots and began selling and
constructing the homes. The build out of Meadowbrook at Old Carolina is now
essentially complete.
Meadowbrook at Old Carolina is governed by the Covenants and Restrictions filed with
the Beaufort County Register of Deeds. At the closing of your new home you should
have been provided with a copy of the Covenants and Restrictions, as well as,
Amendment 1 and Amendment 2 to those documents. If you were not provided with a
copy please contact Ms. Deidre Pinckney, Administrator at Advantage Association
Management, 4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Suite 107, Bluffton, SC 29910, (843) 605-
4244 or by email to: [email protected] to request a
copy. Advantage Association Management is the company hired by the Board of
Directors to manage our community.
Please take the time to read these documents as they are a part of our community and part
of your responsibility as a Member of this Association.
.
4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Suite 107, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: 843-605-4244 Fax: 843-605-4255
MEADOWBROOK AT OLD CAROLINA FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. How much are the Homeowners Association Dues and what happens if I don’t pay them?
Currently the HOA Dues are set at $455.00 per year, payable in two installments in
January and July of each year. The HOA dues are a legal obligation and must be paid
when due. Any HOA dues that are past due will incur interest charges and are subject to
a filing in Small Claims Court if not paid. The HOA dues collected are used to fund the
management of the community, maintenance of all common area features, liability
insurance, operating expenses, and to fund the Reserve Fund for future major repairs such
as road repaving. As a Non Profit Corporation we are not permitted to collect more than
the total of the operating expenses and funding of the Reserve Fund. Each year at the
Annual Meeting you will be provided with a Budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
2. When are the Annual Meetings Held? As a Non Profit Corporation we are required by
law to hold Annual Homeowner Meetings. Typically, this meeting is scheduled in
October of each year and is held in the Community Park. Prior to the meeting date you
will receive a packet of information from Advantage Association Management with the
date and time of the meeting and other pertinent information. Each lot has one vote when
a vote of the Membership is required at the Annual Meeting or any other called meeting
of the Association.
3. Can I store a boat on my lot? The Covenant and Restrictions state, in part, that, boats are
permitted to be stored on your lot, but must be screened from view on all sides. You
must make an application to the Architectural Review Board to erect fencing to screen a
boat. Any boat not in compliance is subject to being towed from your lot at your
expense.
4. Can I store an RV or a camper on my lot? The Covenants and Restrictions state, in part,
that no RVs or campers are to be stored on any lot. The Board of Directors have
historically granted waivers to allow for the storage of both RVs and campers on lots in
Meadowbrook with the condition that they are screened from view on all sides. In order
to store an RV or camper you will need to request a waiver to store such vehicle and then
apply to the Architectural Review Board for the installation of the fencing to screen such
vehicle. Any RV or Camper not in compliance is subject to being towed from your lot at
your expense as permitted by the Covenants and Restrictions.
5. Can I park on the street? Although the Covenants and Restrictions do not prohibit
parking on the street, we ask that you be considerate of your neighbors when you do need
to park a vehicle on the street rather than in your driveway. Please do not park so that
your neighbors can not easily back out of their driveway. Also please be aware that in
the event an Emergency Vehicle requires access to the community they are not legally
obligated to compensate you for any damage they may cause to your vehicle when parked
in the street if they must move it to perform emergency services.
6. Can I make exterior changes or additions to my lot? Any exterior changes or additions,
including fences and storage sheds, to any lot must be approved by the Architectural
Review Board.
7. Who do I contact to get forms or ask additional questions? Ms. Deidre Pinckney,
Administrator at Advantage Association Management, 4454 Bluffton Park Crescent,
Suite 107, Bluffton, SC 29910, (843) 605-4244 or by email to:
4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Suite 107, Bluffton, SC 29910
Phone: 843-605-4244 Fax: 843-605-4255
Community Information
Meadowbrook at Old Carolina is located in Beaufort County, not the Town of Bluffton.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY:
Deidre Pinckney, Administrator
Advantage Association Management
4454 Bluffton Park Crescent, Ste 107
Bluffton, SC 29910
(P) 843-605-4244
(F) 843-605-4255
Email: [email protected]
Homeowner’s Association Board of Directors: (Current as of 9/30/2015)
Marie Bright, President
Jeff Land, Vice President
Steven Miller, Secretary
Architectural Review Board Members (Current as of 9/30/2015)
Marie Bright
Jeff Land
Steve Miller
Christina Bryant
Cheryl Foy
Utility Companies
Palmetto Electric
Beaufort Jasper Water & Sewer Authority (water only as all lots are on septic tanks)
Hargray Communications (telephone, cable and Internet service provider)
Garbage Collection
Each homeowner contracts with the vendor of their choice. Trash collection is not provided by the
Homeowner’s Association.
Emergency Services:
Beaufort County Sherriff’s Office Non-Emergency Dispatch 843-524-2777
Bluffton Township Fire Department Non-Emergency Dispatch 843-757-2800
Please dial 911 for Emergencies
