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Originally Posted by JCMSr

When I finally decided to compile this thread the intent was to attempt to give the residents of The Villages some food for thought before making changes to the exterior of their homes without going through the necessary review and approval process. Since the initial posting I have not read any new posts asking other TOTV readers for answers to their typical "Can I do ___________" (fill in the blank). Hopefully that indicates that a few people read and took to heart my comments in the spirit they were written. Naturally there will always be a select few that want to change everything to fit their own personal tastes. Not that change is always a bad thing but in this case I feel that "If it ain't broke, don't try to fix it". Most of the reply's to date have been polite and positive. It makes me once again remember why I chose to live here. Thanks for putting up with my long windedness.

Just to remind everyone Community Standards is a valuable (and free) resource for getting your questions answered in regard to the rules and regulations before you begin work. One thing I learned from being a contractor for almost 40 years. Doing things right might cost you a bit more in the beginning but doing it wrong will usually cost you three times as much when you consider the initial install, the removal or tear out, and finally the reinstall. Keep that in mind when you think about cutting corners.

I did come across a deed restriction for my district/section that may not be to my liking but it's too late now.

IE: 2.20 Developer reserves the right to enter upon Homesites at all reasonable times for the purposes of inspecting the use of the Homesite and for the purpose of maintaining utilities located thereon.

Anyone ever been inspected??