Landscape Maintenance & General Compliance Guidelines
In order to protect the property values of the neighborhood, the Board of Directors are serious about tackling these and other issues affecting the appearance within Stonerise. Under the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions, all owners, at their own expense, have the duty and responsibility to keep their Lot in good condition and repair and in a well-maintained, clean and attractive condition at all times. Failure to comply with the association's covenants can result in fines levied under the association's fine policy. To help residents comply and avoid fines, the board has prepared the following information on appearance and maintenance expectations.
Landscape Maintenance and General Appearance
An Owner's Lot must be kept neat and tidy in appearance. Lawns must be kept mowed, edged and free of weeds and trash. Planters and beds must be kept free of weeds, leaves and other debris. Some latitude is permitted for seasonal leaf shedding. Shrubs and trees must be kept trimmed and attractive. Any dead foliage or limbs must be removed promptly. Nothing on an Owner's Lot must be allowed to become overgrown or unmaintained. Owners with hardscapes or large flower beds are reminded that "low-maintenance" does not mean "no-maintenance." and must be equally maintained, edged and kept free of weeds, leaves and other debris.
Landscape irrigation systems should be kept in good working order. Bare spots are not allowed although some latitude is permitted in heavily shaded yards where sod is difficult to grow. In this case, it may be more attractive to create a bed and to mulch or use shade tolerant plants. Be aware that construction of new beds requires an application to and review by the Architectural Control Committee.
Driveways, sidewalks and curbs must be kept edged and free of clippings and leaves. All hardscape including driveways, sidewalks, curbs, planters, retaining walls, etc. must be kept free of weeds, grasses or other plants within expansion joints, seams, etc. Sidewalks must be kept clear of shrubbery overgrowth and overhanging limbs so as not to obstruct the walkway.
Fences
Fences must be kept attractive and in good repair. Each owner must promptly repair and replace any missing, broken or rotted fence pickets, posts and gates. Fencing must not be allowed to lean or sag excessively. Gates must be kept closed except when entering or exiting. Wooden fencing may be stained upon prior approval by the Architectural Control Committee. If a fence is already stained, repairs must be similarly stained. Stain must be maintained from time to time due to the effects of natural weathering and sprinkler spray.
Trash and Recycling Containers
These may be placed at the curb no earlier than 5pm the evening before the designated collection day and returned to their storage by 8pm on the day of collection. At all other times, carts must be screened from view and not visible from the street. Use of privacy screens for carts is permitted but requires prior approval by the Architectural Control Committee.
Parking - Vehicles, Boats, RV's or Trailers
Storage of dilapidated automobiles, recreational vehicles/trailers, boats or utility trailers is not permitted. Personal vehicles that are parked outside of a garage must be parked on a paved driveway or ACC approved gravel parking area only. Vehicles should not obstruct the pedestrian right of way (sidewalks.) Overnight street parking should refrain from inhibiting the general flow of traffic. The only exception to this rule is a 24hr window for loading/unloading, or winterization/dewinterization procedures for Recreational Vehicles/Travel Trailers (recommend giving the board and/or MSNW a heads up when this will be done)
Fireworks
Per Section 7 of Pierce County Code 17C.60.230:
“No person shall use or explode any fireworks within the unincorporated area of the County except from between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. on July 1 through July 3, between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight on July 4, and between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. on July 5 of any year in which July 4 falls on a Sunday;”
Any fireworks set off outside of these dates and times may be subject to immediate fine from the HOA and potentially a visit from Pierce County Sheriff's Department Deputies. Noise complaints can be called in to South Sound 911 dispatchers on the non-emergency numbers at 253-287-4455.
Thank you for helping us keep Stonerise looking its best. If you have questions about these requirements or need to report a violation, please reach out to the board at anytime.