Current Postings
Deed Restriction Enforcement
(posted 1/25/10)
As you
probably know, our neighborhood has long
standing deed restrictions that were created to
protect individual property values, and the
utility and enjoyment by all, of our entire
neighborhood. The restrictions, when adhered
to, offer a unique opportunity for cohesion
amongst all of us as neighbors—by treating these
restrictions as minimum standards for the
condition and treatment of our property within
the neighborhood, we honor ourselves and show
respect to our neighbors by allowing them the
maximum benefit of owning property in this
beautiful neighborhood with such a rich history.
In an effort
to utilize our limited resources effectively over
years past, the homeowner’s association has relied
on various measures ranging from: letters,
discreet discussions with owners, and public
reminders in our newsletters and on our website to
enforce the Cape Haze deed restrictions.
Unfortunately, the efficacy of these more gentle
measures has waned as adherence to the
restrictions has slipped.
The
Homeowner’s Association will therefore be stepping
up enforcement measures in 2010 with an initial
focus on the most egregious violations, these
being the parking of boats, trailers, campers on
properties and the non-maintenance of property.
Applicable law requires that prior to any suit
being filed by the Association we first invite
owners in violation of the restrictions to
mediation for resolution.
While it is
our most sincere wish that matters do not escalate
to a state that will require the employment of
such costly resolutions for all of us, the matter
of compliance has reached a point where we feel
compelled to take additional action. The process
henceforth will be first a notice of violation
with a suggested remedy and a request for a
response. If ignored or there is a disagreement
with suggested remedy, the Homeowner’s Association
will take additional action.
We sincerely hope that this letter
is taken at its face value as a righteous attempt
to protect your property values and enjoyment of
the neighborhood. The Homeowner’s Association is
a neighborly body trying to do right by all
residents of the neighborhood and we beseech you
to show your support in this effort, and to do
your part to maintain the beauty, unity, and
integrity of Cape Haze.
Neighborhood Watch Program Update
(posted 10/16/09)
In response to an increase in
criminal activity in the area, we are
re-activating our Neighborhood Watch program of
“Neighbors Looking Out for Neighbors” in
conjunction with the Charlotte County Sheriff's
Office (CCSO). As a first step, we are going
to have a representative of the CCSO explain the
overall program. This initial meeting will be held
at the Community Center on Saturday November 14th
as part of our Special Members meeting that day at
4 PM. The read more about this initiative,
click here.
