[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by rdhdleo

Let me clarify a bit, it is true most anything seems to go north of 466 if you're in Sumter County. Once you enter Marion County which starts just behind Harmeswood it becomes very strict again I know because I live there LOL

THANK YOU for clarifying. It is so lovely where you live.

I do so like simple and unadorned.

[rdhdleo]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

THANK YOU for clarifying. It is so lovely where you live.

I do so like simple and unadorned.

Gracie I don't think there's a place in TV's that isn't beautiful, we're all blessed to be here! Thank you though! I chuckle when I think back because when we mode here where I'm at WAS the newest section! LOL What still amazes me is that while heaven forbid I put a "lawn ornament" in my front yard there is no restriction for what goes in my back yard OR side yard. Since we have a very large corner lot and are on the beginning of a cul de sac what most people see is our side and back yard...I'm just glad we can decorate for the holidays! Our neighbors really enjoy it since out place lights up the cul de sac

[zcaveman]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Remember, you can do anything with permission, south of 466. Take it by ARC. They may agree it's lovely. North of 466 their restrictions are less, so if you haven't moved here and are pining for a cannon or a large carved bear to show your individuality, go for it.

There are parts of "NORTH OF 466" that have the same deed restriction as those south of 466.

For all of you reading this, please do not try to think that all of north of 466 are a wide-open area. I have seen only one cannon on this side and it is aimed at the area south of 466. As old as it is I doubt if it would hit the house across the street.

Z

[downeaster]

Originally Posted by rdhdleo

Let me clarify a bit, it is true most anything seems to go north of 466 if you're in Sumter County. Once you enter Marion County which starts just behind Harmeswood it becomes very strict again I know because I live there LOL

A little more clarification is needed. Not all of the units in Sumter County north of 466 are free of lawn ornament restrictions.

Go to Village Community Development Districts for the real info.

I previously posted this same info on this thread (post#46) but it has been largely ignored.

[looneycat]

Originally Posted by rubicon

"Community Police" "Troll Patrol" thank you. One of my biggest fears living here is that the promises made concerning deed restrictions would go by the wayside.

I don't wish to offend but quite honestly I have driven past some front yards north of 466 and well was glad that I live south of 466.

Keep it going patrol

amen!

[rdhdleo]

Originally Posted by downeaster

A little more clarification is needed. Not all of the units in Sumter County north of 466 are free of lawn ornament restrictions.

Go to Village Community Development Districts for the real info.

I previously posted this same info on this thread (post#46) but it has been largely ignored.

Very true I didn't mean all I thought I said "most" anything goes especially in the sections west f Spanish Springs and east of Buena Vista. After over 12 years here I know better tun to generalize too much LOL And it's not every house but some people do feel if they can they will personalize their "home". Actually this doesn't bother me at all why it may not be my taste my feeling is it's their home. I personally don't like the Stepford look. Everyone has their own tastes and unless a home is in foreclosure I think everyone does a good job of taking pride in their homes.

[rubicon]

Originally Posted by observer

Yes , their are many. Bully's hide they are cowards,the program that let's them get away with it is community standards. If. You don't t like my yard have the courage to admit it. I have lived here 6 years and have met some of the nicest people ever, and some of the most hateful people u can imagine. This is a grate place the people that have spent their lives helping others ignore the mean people,embrace they people that want to finish their lives in peace I know my typing is not good, but my message is computers are not my friend. Thanks

Hi observer: I suppose one could define people who report infractions as bullies cowards, etc.

I suppose one could say that its unfair that ARC, (District function) forces residents to complain before they will do their due diligence.

I suppose these residents would need not to complain if other residents complied with their deed restrictions, eliminating the need

I suppose residents could all mind their own business but I suspected we would discover a whole lot of toilets contain Ivy sitting in residents front yards.

Personal Best Regards:

[rdhdleo]

Originally Posted by rubicon

Hi observer: I suppose one could define people who report infractions as bullies cowards, etc.

I suppose one could say that its unfair that ARC, (District function) forces residents to complain before they will do their due diligence.

I suppose these residents would need not to complain if other residents complied with their deed restrictions, eliminating the need

I suppose residents could all mind their own business but I suspected we would discover a whole lot of toilets contain Ivy sitting in residents front yards.

Personal Best Regards:

Wow , ok... while i truly agree with a lot of what was said, you must not hold many Villagers in high regard if you think the wonderful people that chose to live out their lives here would use toliets for planters! Another reason I will never leave my wonderful neighbors I am blessed to have ....whew....

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by rubicon

Hi observer: I suppose one could define people who report infractions as bullies cowards, etc.

I suppose one could say that its unfair that ARC, (District function) forces residents to complain before they will do their due diligence.

I suppose these residents would need not to complain if other residents complied with their deed restrictions, eliminating the need

I suppose residents could all mind their own business but I suspected we would discover a whole lot of toilets contain Ivy sitting in residents front yards.

Personal Best Regards:

You forgot to add to your reply to observer.....good luck in the sale of your home, using the little sign.

[Madelaine Amee]

I guess I'm in the minority here, but I don't have a problem with a bird bath, a small tasteful garden ornament placed in with your flowers and bushes, or even a small plaque telling the world your grand kids think you are the best Grandmother in the whole world. In fact I don't really notice what other people are doing, unless it is outrageous.

What would really bother me would be a loud TV on someone's open lanai, loud music at their private pool, outside parties several nights a week ..........

I do, however, get very annoyed that we cannot seem to do anything to help the people who live next door to abandoned properties, that really is disgraceful and is far more egregious than an ornament in someone's yard!

[rdhdleo]

Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee

I guess I'm in the minority here, but I don't have a problem with a bird bath, a small tasteful garden ornament placed in with your flowers and bushes, or even a small plaque telling the world your grand kids think you are the best Grandmother in the whole world. In fact I don't really notice what other people are doing, unless it is outrageous.

What would really bother me would be a loud TV on someone's open lanai, loud music at their private pool, outside parties several nights a week ..........

I do, however, get very annoyed that we cannot seem to do anything to help the people who live next door to abandoned properties, that really is disgraceful and is far more egregious than an ornament in someone's yard!

We lived through having a foreclosed on home right behind us for almost 3 years! Constantly having to complain because of weeds sometimes 3 set high and all we got rom the VCDD or anyone else was it was bank owned and they could do nothing about it! Finally into the second year someone came to cut the grass etc. now and then.

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by rdhdleo

We lived through having a foreclosed on home right behind us for almost 3 years! Constantly having to complain because of weeds sometimes 3 set high and all we got rom the VCDD or anyone else was it was bank owned and they could do nothing about it! Finally into the second year someone came to cut the grass etc. now and then.

Had a foreclosed home across the street. The owners who had maintained a beautiful yard just upped and left. Until the bank gets ownership nothing gets done. After that it's spotty but better than nothing, Believe me, a toilet planter would have been an improvement.

[graciegirl]

They have had two information filled articles on the not to be named online news. "They" will come and cut the grass and trim, but have to be notified each time. They place a lien against the property for the service. There is only so much anyone can do as the property does not belong to The Villages or to us. However some very good suggestions have been offered as to what neighbors can do. I think it wouldn't hurt to have an email campaign to the bank. One woman talked the owner into selling. She had moved away.

Thank goodness there are not a lot of them, but when they are near you they affect values in a negative way.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by raynan

Put her in your entryway or anywhere under an eave and you'll be in compliance. We had one neighbor who didn't get along with anyone and they drove around and made a list of all house numbers that had lawn ornaments and filed a complaint. Everyone got a knock on the door. Thank God they moved to NC.

Gee, I wonder why she didn't get along with anyone.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by downeaster

My sentiments exactly.

Having had negative experience in none deed restricted communities, we moved to a deed restricted community only to find the restrictions were selectively enforced. I vowed I would try not to make that mistake again. When the time came to select our retirement home we included deed restrictions and their enforcement as a top priority. The Villages seemed a perfect fit and after many years we have never been disappointed.

As long as the restrictions are complaint driven, they are being selectively enforced.

I don't understand why Community Watch is not empowered to report infractions.