Why I Moved

The standard of living lowered like rust dripping from an aged nail.

I left my beloved home of 22 years.

• In every season much energy & expense was given to– Paint– Turf– Shrubs– Decorating in the

traditional Charleston style

Yet, I grew tired of these views from my front windows.

Yet, I grew tired of this view from my front windows . . .

• It shall be the responsibility of each Owner to prevent any unclean, or unsightly, or unkempt conditions from existing within his or her Lot including any … outside areas appurtenant thereto.

• DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

… the view of these windows …

… & this view from my patio & deck.

Curb appeal greatly diminished. My hope for a bright future became a dying weed.

Things just aren’t as straight as they used to be.

• Poor maintenance just keeps rising.

No Pruning

Any Time

On the day you sell your home, every one wants to walk out of the closing having made a profit. All value home appreciation.

•Property appreciation occurs when homeowners value– Curb appeal– Keeping up

appearances– Good maintenance

Which side is best for a neighborhood?

• Rotting fence pickets on the ground, dead groundcovers, & milkweed rising through the mess depreciate both home values plus enjoyment of a community.

• This is unacceptable in a showcase neighborhood.

Too much blight has entered a neighborhood once full of

charm. The photos speak for themselves. They reveal why

I have moved on.

Cleanliness of premises is required by city Code.

(Section 205.)

City Code restricts fences which are eyesores due to

having loose, rotting materials.

(Section 5-212)

DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

Garbage cans, Wood Piles, and Solid Waste

All rubbish … shall be regularly removed from the lot and not be allowed to accumulate thereon.

City Code: open and outdoor storage The open or outdoor storage of any … abandoned, discarded,

inoperative, or unusable furniture … shall not be permitted for more

than twenty-four (24) hours. (Sec. 5-215)

Unsightly or Unkempt Conditions It shall be the responsibility of each Owner to prevent any unclean, unhealthy or unsightly or unkempt conditions from existing on or within his or her Lot including any patio … or other outside areas appurtenant thereto. Any items such as outside patio furniture … shall be maintained in a neat and attractive condition… .

MAINTENANCEOwner’s Responsibility

All maintenance and repair of a lot … shall be the responsibility of the Owner of such Lot. Each Owner shall also be responsible for maintaining his Lot in a neat, clean and sanitary condition, and such responsibility shall include the maintenance and care of all lawns, trees, shrubs, hedges, grass and other landscaping contained within such Lot.

DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

Nuisances No rubbish or debris of any kind shall be … permitted to

accumulate upon any portion of the Property.

Cylinders awaiting use should be stored in an area away from heavy traffic.Propane cylinders stored upright should be placed on a flat surface such as concrete or other non-flammable material that will not collect water. Cylinders stored in places such as mud risk exposing the cylinder to conditions that may cause rust and/or pitting that may render the cylinder useless. It is recommended that a propane bottle be stored outside on a firm surface and away from any source of ignition. -- (http://www.propane101.com)

A slice of serenity

• Serene: (adjective) calm & peaceful

• Our website describes us as “a relaxed, serene townhome community.”

• All residents should ensure that neatness, cleanliness and plants which are cared for create the serenity of our yards.

Some yard maintenance issues can be improved with a small amount of time, energy & expense: pruning, plus removal of debris, dead ferns in baskets, and leaves.

• Yet consider . . .– Exposure to weather– Rising costs of labor & materials

• These problems will never be as inexpensive to repair as they are today.

Other problems are more expensive to repair

Plastic hanging in a tree

Cleanliness of premises is required by city Code

(Section 205.)