[jblum315]

There is a house in Hadley on Odell with a huge wall (looks like 12 ft.) New construction on an existing house. Do they allow you to build a 12-ft. wall?

[graciegirl]

Wow. I wouldn't think so. I think you should ask the proper folks on that one. That goes against everything I have ever heard.

Rather than a wall could it be an extension to their home? I am sure you would know that 'cause you are one smart cookie.

Keep us posted.

[getdul981]

Question - What if someone did build a wall that was not "allowed", who is going to make them take it down?

[skip0358]

If it's the same house I saw they're putting a large extension on. There was a permit board on the property. That being said ARB had to approve it.Unlike many states up north the owner does NOT have to inform theier neighbors of the plans nor is there an open hearing. So see it when it starts. I just wish a visit to the premises was made before instead of looking a the lao drawing. This way a let's see how it may affect the neighbors can come into play before approval. JMO

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by getdul981

Question - What if someone did build a wall that was not "allowed", who is going to make them take it down?

"They" can make them take it down. The deed restrictions are alive and well. I had personal knowledge of someone having to take down a structure placed too close to property line.

[asianthree]

If they are adding a pool it may be a waterfall or a slide on that wall have seen a few like that while playing golf

[getdul981]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

"They" can make them take it down. The deed restrictions are alive and well. I had personal knowledge of someone having to take down a structure placed too close to property line.

I understand what you're saying, but what will "they" do if you say "No, I'm not taking it down"? Do "they" have any legal powers to enforce the restrictions?

[skip0358]

Read todays DS. There is an article on a pending case in CCD#2. They do have authority to have it removed IF the ARB votes that way. Again complaint drive. When it doubt call and ask.

[skyguy79]

If it's just east of the mail station and adult pool on the same side of the street, it looks like it will be an extension of the home with a large ground hole inside it where it appears a swimming pool will go in. I think that this may be the same place that was recently discussed in another thread concerning an house extension being added for, IIRC a grandchild.

[getdul981]

I wasn't trying to create any ill feelings or stir up anything, but I'll tell you what our builder told us when we closed on this house. He told us that he knew of someone that did a landscaping job that infringed on the normal flow of water on the property. One of his neighbors complained to "they" and "they" told him he had to remove it. He said that he wasn't going to remove it and didn't. Our builder said that it still hadn't been removed. I don't know about this first hand. Just what our builder told us.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by getdul981

I wasn't trying to create any ill feelings or stir up anything, but I'll tell you what our builder told us when we closed on this house. He told us that he knew of someone that did a landscaping job that infringed on the normal flow of water on the property. One of his neighbors complained to "they" and "they" told him he had to remove it. He said that he wasn't going to remove it and didn't. Our builder said that it still hadn't been removed. I don't know about this first hand. Just what our builder told us.

Those construction folks have told me some interesting stuff and MOST of it turned out to be dead on true to the facts and other stuff, not so much.

But I would think that the builder, being the lead guy and all would know what he is talkin' about.

I just know that all the deed restrictions are a good thing for all of us and protect us against this place looking shabby and functioning as well as it does.

[skyguy79]

Originally Posted by getdul981

I wasn't trying to create any ill feelings or stir up anything, but I'll tell you what our builder told us when we closed on this house. He told us that he knew of someone that did a landscaping job that infringed on the normal flow of water on the property. One of his neighbors complained to "they" and "they" told him he had to remove it. He said that he wasn't going to remove it and didn't. Our builder said that it still hadn't been removed. I don't know about this first hand. Just what our builder told us.

Based on what you were told and the accuracy of the information you were given, I would think that unless the water flow was really a problem, the legal costs of persuing the enforcement of the order to remove would not be justified by what it could accomplish. I would be appreciative of a CDD for being prudent in how they spend our CDD's funds!

BTW, I for one do not think you were trying to create any ill feelings at all, and as for stirring any pot, just remember that any of us can present a pot, but it takes the hands others to get any stirring going!

[Pturner]

Originally Posted by getdul981

I wasn't trying to create any ill feelings or stir up anything, but I'll tell you what our builder told us when we closed on this house. He told us that he knew of someone that did a landscaping job that infringed on the normal flow of water on the property. One of his neighbors complained to "they" and "they" told him he had to remove it. He said that he wasn't going to remove it and didn't. Our builder said that it still hadn't been removed. I don't know about this first hand. Just what our builder told us.

Getdul,this is interesting. Do you know how long ago the owner was told to remove it? An explanation could be that it's undergoing administrative or legal appeal; or it could be that owner was given x amount of time to comply. Not sure what the process is for "their" ability to enforce deed restrictions.

I wonder if "they" can/do suspend amenity privledges for refusal to comply?

[mulligan]

P, you'll have to excuse me for a senior moment. I can't remember where I found them, but some of the older districts have established a schedule of fines for specific infractions, which, I believe can become liens on the property. Eventually, I'll remember where I read it.

[RichieB]

Originally Posted by mulligan

P, you'll have to excuse me for a senior moment.......... Eventually, I'll remember where I read it.

He'll find it.......... aannyy day now........