[600th Photo Sq]

This thread is now gotten to the boring stage.

Bottom line like anything else look at the rules, follow them.

In the Military, for example, all branches have " Regulations " so ............ that in itself doesn't need any explanation, the same thing with deed restrictions.

If individuals have a problem with following the rules then it all boils down to two choices, Abide by them or Leave.

Really simple.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by Byte1

Not really. Not all of The Villages has the same rules. I consider the deed restrictions to be a rule of thumb, to keep the community looking nice, NOT a cookie cutter copy of the next. I am glad that I live North of Rt466 and do not have the same egg heads making the loud noises.. I doubt I can find a home in all of the Villages that is in total compliance, and I don't care. It all looks fine to me and I don't let small things bug me. If you wish to spend up all your bonus years complaining about what everyone else is doing that makes them happy, then you do not deserve those extra years. Go back to work where you can feel good about yourself when you are bossing the little guys around. Personally, I plan to be a good neighbor and do as much for my neighbors that I can before cashing in. Sorry, but I have no respect for those that complain about other folks personal property. I have yet to see any homes here with rusted out trucks or cars up on blocks in their yards. I have looked all over the Villages and have not found one home that I would complain about. I may not choose the same colors, plants, yard ornaments or cars, but I enjoy interesting quirks and imaginative personalization.
It will take a lot before I will ever make a complaint, and then I will sign my name to it. It would take something like a home looking like Bates Motel before I think it might concern me. And before anyone insinuates that my home is probably a mess, I have had plenty of folks stop by and tell me how nice my landscaping looks to them.
But, even though I might not agree with you, I still wish you a great week and a happy stay in The Villages. Hope some of the "Friendliest" rubs off on you all.

Another one I would've given a "rep" to but can't because the feature doesn't exist. And so I have to waste a post saying "thanks!" and "I agree."

[Marathon Man]

Originally Posted by diva1

If this is true, it should show the powers-that-be how faulty this system of enforcement actually is!

OK. Others have a problem with those who can not follow the rules that we all agreed to when we moved here.

[Byte1]

Originally Posted by 600th Photo Sq

This thread is now gotten to the boring stage.

Bottom line like anything else look at the rules, follow them.

In the Military, for example, all branches have " Regulations " so ............ that in itself doesn't need any explanation, the same thing with deed restrictions.

If individuals have a problem with following the rules then it all boils down to two choices, Abide by them or Leave.

Really simple.

It's NOT the military. But, 'nuff said.

[biker1]

I really don't see the continued need to belabor this or even to express what you consider the deed restrictions to be. You can look up your exact deed restrictions online at districtgov.org and you will find that they are mostly identical except for some of the very northern villages. You can choose to be compliant or not. If you are non-compliant and you are reported your choice is to either become compliant or be fined. There is nothing emotional about this. You have legally agreed to the deed restrictions. You are an adult and can act as you please but make no mistake about the fact that there are consequences to your actions.

Originally Posted by Byte1

Not really. Not all of The Villages has the same rules. I consider the deed restrictions to be a rule of thumb, to keep the community looking nice, NOT a cookie cutter copy of the next.

[Velvet]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I'm currently searching the classifieds, to purchase a dark red golf cart...with a white swim noodle.

That has got to be one of the funniest comments.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by biker1

I really don't see the continued need to belabor this or even to express what you consider the deed restrictions to be. You can look up your exact deed restrictions online at districtgov.org and you will find that they are mostly identical except for some of the very northern villages. You can choose to be compliant or not. If you are non-compliant and you are reported your choice is to either become compliant or be fined. There is nothing emotional about this. You have legally agreed to the deed restrictions. You are an adult and can act as you please but make no mistake about the fact that there are consequences to your actions.

You can also be 100% compliant and STILL have someone with a grudge against you submitting complaints about your property. The CS will investigate every single complaint against your property. There's nothing you or they can do about it. They must investigate every single one, BECAUSE they are allowed to be provided anonymously.

If people had to tell CS who they are, and verify that they are, in fact a resident of the Villages, then there might be a significant reduction in the number of bogus complaints against homeowners who are 100% compliant.

I have no problem with being compliant, if I chose to live in the more restricted areas of TV I would do my part in conforming as required. But when people start calling CS to rat me out for something that isn't even happening, I want CS to make that kind of thing stop. They can't make it stop if they don't know who it is.

Put it this way: anyone, anywhere in the country, or even in the world, can submit complaints against YOUR property. Community Standards will check out every single complaint. Someone living in Ohio could submit one complaint every week against every single home in an entire village neighborhood, for two years, and CS would have to check it out.

Seems a huge waste of labor to me, when it would be much easier to plug the complaint into a database, and if it red-flags as a nuisance complainer, you send a cease and desist, and put a block on that person's ability to submit complaints.

[Bucco]

Originally Posted by biker1

I really don't see the continued need to belabor this or even to express what you consider the deed restrictions to be. You can look up your exact deed restrictions online at districtgov.org and you will find that they are mostly identical except for some of the very northern villages. You can choose to be compliant or not. If you are non-compliant and you are reported your choice is to either become compliant or be fined. There is nothing emotional about this. You have legally agreed to the deed restrictions. You are an adult and can act as you please but make no mistake about the fact that there are consequences to your actions.

This and post 167 before it are spot on.

It has been awhile, but my sales guy, AND the closing agent spoke to all the rules before we bought and signed.

If they didn't inform you, complain to The Villages, but I am pretty darn sure all of you signed an understanding, and had the chance to ask questions.

[biker1]

As I said, there is no point in belaboring this. You agreed to the deed restrictions, they are not changing, the anonymous reporting system is there for very good reasons, how many complaints are filed and for what reason is not your problem, and you can choose or not to choose to be compliant. As I previously posted, please find someone else to argue with.

Originally Posted by Jazuela

You can also be 100% compliant and STILL have someone with a grudge against you submitting complaints about your property. The CS will investigate every single complaint against your property. There's nothing you or they can do about it. They must investigate every single one, BECAUSE they are allowed to be provided anonymously.

If people had to tell CS who they are, and verify that they are, in fact a resident of the Villages, then there might be a significant reduction in the number of bogus complaints against homeowners who are 100% compliant.

I have no problem with being compliant, if I chose to live in the more restricted areas of TV I would do my part in conforming as required. But when people start calling CS to rat me out for something that isn't even happening, I want CS to make that kind of thing stop. They can't make it stop if they don't know who it is.

Put it this way: anyone, anywhere in the country, or even in the world, can submit complaints against YOUR property. Community Standards will check out every single complaint. Someone living in Ohio could submit one complaint every week against every single home in an entire village neighborhood, for two years, and CS would have to check it out.

Seems a huge waste of labor to me, when it would be much easier to plug the complaint into a database, and if it red-flags as a nuisance complainer, you send a cease and desist, and put a block on that person's ability to submit complaints.

[Cathrine1]

I recently moved here and was told multiple times to read my deed restrictions and I did. I left my beloved church bell in Ohio and I abide by the rules. I don’t bother my neighbors and see many violations where I live. Just two hours ago I saw an actual shed up in a backyard along with more and more and more lawn ornaments in same yard. This person has 2 white crosses as well as all the other Stuff piling up in the yard. I guessI just don’t get why ppl want to violate beyond and keep doing it. I’m a Christian, I love god, I attend church faithfully every week and I also go to work and Dave lives for a living. Why drag god and white crosses into this. God is in our hearts and when he is, he also leads us on how we behave. Love thy neighbor but no need to draw unneeded attention by violations that only lead to conflict. I choose not to be in conflict with anyone!!! I’m sure this house will be reported only because they are pushing and pushing the limits way beyond and their beautiful home is becoming and eyesore. I put my stuff in my backyard for me and my family to enjoy.... no violations and no drama. Life is just too short for all of this. Our church always welcomes new members and we go there for worship and do great things for all those less fortunate than all of us living the dream in the villages! Have a blessed day! 🙏

[Velvet]

Sounds like they could be hoarders.

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

I'm currently searching the classifieds, to purchase a dark red golf cart...with a white swim noodle.

I got one i’ll Sell you but don’t have no white noodles

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by biker1

As I said, there is no point is belaboring this. You agreed to the deed restrictions, they are not changing, the anonymous reporting system is there for very good reasons, how many complaints are filed and for what reason is not your problem, and you can choose or not to choose to be compliant. As I previously posted, please find someone else to argue with.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Cathrine1

I recently moved here and was told multiple times to read my deed restrictions and I did. I left my beloved church bell in Ohio and I abide by the rules. I don’t bother my neighbors and see many violations where I live. Just two hours ago I saw an actual shed up in a backyard along with more and more and more lawn ornaments in same yard. This person has 2 white crosses as well as all the other Stuff piling up in the yard. I guessI just don’t get why ppl want to violate beyond and keep doing it. I’m a Christian, I love god, I attend church faithfully every week and I also go to work and Dave lives for a living. Why drag god and white crosses into this. God is in our hearts and when he is, he also leads us on how we behave. Love thy neighbor but no need to draw unneeded attention by violations that only lead to conflict. I choose not to be in conflict with anyone!!! I’m sure this house will be reported only because they are pushing and pushing the limits way beyond and their beautiful home is becoming and eyesore. I put my stuff in my backyard for me and my family to enjoy.... no violations and no drama. Life is just too short for all of this. Our church always welcomes new members and we go there for worship and do great things for all those less fortunate than all of us living the dream in the villages! Have a blessed day! 🙏

What village?

[Incoblack1]

If someone observes a lawn ornament violation they not only have a right but an obligation to report it. Don't shoot the messenger - get the deed restriction changed if it bothers you!