Frequently Asked Questions
Q: If I am having a problem with a neighbor for a violation of the Policies and Guidelines, what can I do?
A: If residents cannot resolve a situation between themselves, then turn to your Association. Should you have a situation that does not appear to be resolved through neighborly means, and you are willing to actively participate in the enforcement provided by the Policies and Guidelines, you may complete a Covenant Violation form online. The Violation form may be found within the forms tab on the side bar on this site. If the situation is deemed in violation of the Policies and Guidelines, the Board of Directors will institute the enforcement policy. Your continued assistance may be required.
Q: Are Board Meetings open to all residents? If so, where and when are they held?
A: Yes. Notice of the time and place of the annual board meeting will be noted in the community newsletter. In addition, a notice will be mailed to you no less than 2 weeks prior to the meeting and no more than 45 days before the scheduled meeting.
The NCHA board also holds monthly meetings, usually the first Thursday of every month. Please contact a Board member for details.
Q: What is my assessment?
A: The assessment is the periodic amount due from each homeowner to cover the operating expenses of the common area, hazard insurance, and provide for reserve funds for contingency in future years. Your assessments are due Feb 1st.
Q: How is the amount of my assessment determined?
A: This budget is set upon specific guidelines for utilities, landscaping, administration, etc. Reserve funds are monies set aside for future expenses such as: lighting, street resurfacing, etc. These amounts are then divided by the number of units built in a given phase of the development. Budgets are developed by the Board of Directors, ratified by the homeowners, incorporated, and then followed. The assessments are adjusted periodically, if necessary, to meet anticipated expenses.
Q: What happens if I don't pay my assessment?
A: The NCHA is dependent upon timely receipt of the assessments due from each homeowner. If payments are late, you will incur a $25 per month late fee plus interest (15% annual). The CC&Rs allows the Association to charge late charges and interest and proceed with a lien on your property or foreclosure proceeding for nonpayment of assessments.