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Helpful Homeowner's  Info

Inspection Reminders

Every month, the entire neighborhood is visually inspected by our management company to make sure the community maintains an attractive appearance. Here are a sample of the common issues that have been found from the latest inspections:
  • Trash cans must be stored in a place that is hidden from view from the road.
  • Removing or repairing broken screens
  • Mowing needs to be performed
  • Edge along curbs and sidewalks
  • Spray for weeds in road in front of your home
  • Signage or anything other than curtains/blinds are not permitted in the windows
  • Call 311 for street lights that remain ON or OFF
  • Holiday decorations need to be removed in a timely manner after the holiday season has passed.
  • Trim branches and bushes that overhang sidewalks.
    Nothing should impede people's use of the sidewalks.

Homeowner Tips

Duke Energy Free LED Light Program

Take advantage of a free program that Duke Energy offers to help you transition your home to LED lights. Get 15 free LED lights through their program. Check it our here: https://www.duke-energy.com/home/products/free-leds

Remove Green Algae from Vinyl Siding
 
Many homes are in need of pressure washing. Please pressure wash your house and be mindful of the sides and back. Your neighbor's would prefer not to view a mildewed home. You can remove the green algae from your vinyl siding without even using a pressure washer. See the video below to use a vinegar and water solution to remove it:
Fence Mending

Please inspect your fence and replace boards or rusted metal wire on split rail fencing.
No Dumping Allowed
 
Please keep in mind that if your yard borders a common area, no dumping is allowed.  There are also fines if debris is dumped in a wetland area. That includes leaves and grass clippings.  The city picks up those items every Wednesday. They will also remove branches, sticks, and other green waste as long as the debris piles at the curb meet city guidelines. Call 311 or refer to CharMeck website for details.
 
Yard Maintenance 
 
Please keep your yard mowed and with a minimal amount of weeds. If you wish to report a home having overgrown grass or the need for pothole or sidewalk repairs, please contact CharMeck311 in lieu of contacting the HOA Board. Remove weeds from beds and prune bushes. Remove weeds from cracks in driveways and walkways near your home. 

Also, many mailboxes and red flags are showing signs of aging and rust. Please paint your mailbox if this is the case. All it takes is a $7 can of black Rustoleum spray paint to do the job. Mailbox flags are easy to install and can be purchased at Lowe's or Home Depot.
 
Changes To Your Home Or Property
 
If you are installing a fence, shed, outdoor wall, patio, painting your shutters/front door, or making any changes to your house, mailbox, or property please consult the CC & R's for protocol and restrictions.  You first must fill out a form and submit to the Architectural Committee for review. Work can begin only after it has received written approval. All of this information and forms can be found on Southhampton's website.

Dead bushes or trees
 
If you have dead bushes or trees in your yard, please remove and replace this Winter/Spring.  The hardest hit ornamental bushes have been Indian Hawthornes.  Many have died off in homeowner's front yards.  To avoid the violation process, please address this issue.


Leash Law
 
The City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County have strict leash laws that apply to all animals except cats (see the nuisance animal section for laws pertaining to cats). 

Animals must be on a leash, contained within a fence or an operable and marked invisible fence. The invisible fence company should give owners a sign to place at the mailbox to indicate that there is an invisible fence present. 

An animal may be loose in its own yard if there is an adult (18 years or older) immediately next to the animal and the animal responds to direct verbal commands of the person. 

ALL dog owners that take their dogs for walks in their neighborhoods and/or in public parks (not designated as a dog park) are required to keep their dogs on leash and under physical restraint at ALL TIMES. Please note that having the leash in your possession and not attached to the dog is not considered having the dog on a leash and you will still be subject to a fine. 

All regulations aim to protect the health and safety of our citizens. Please be a responsible pet owner and abide by the law. Violations will be investigated and stiff fines may be applied. Fines range from a $50.00 citation for the first violation and up to a $500.00 citation and permanent seizure of the animal for a fifth violation. 

To report an animal at large, please call 311. Please note that it could take up to 4 hours for an officer to respond. Any information about where the owner lives would help greatly. 

Mailbox Replacement
If your mailbox is in need of replacement, check out Carolina Mailboxes.
Remember, you need to submit your request to the ARC committee for any changes to your mailbox.

Trash Bin Pickup Day            Every Wednesday
Recycle Bin Pickup Day        Every Other Wednesday
Yard Waste Pickup Day         Every Wednesday

Usually the city pickups very early on Wednesday morning, so best to put everything out on Tuesday evening for Wednesday pickup.

Yard Waste - The city likes the yard waste like branches to be cut, stacked in a 4ft cubes (4ft x 4ft x 4ft) or smaller. You can have multiple cubes sitting next to each other to be ready for pickup.  If you put your yard waste in larger blocks, they may not pick it up and/or give you a warning notification.

Approved Shutter Color Changes

If you are thinking of repainting the shutters or front door on your home, these are the approved color selections in our neighborhood.

Approved Shutter And Front Door Colors (.pdf)

You need to submit an ARC Request form and get approval for any color changes.


Southampton Management Company

Superior Logo
Superior Association Management
P.O. Box 2427
Huntersville, NC 28070
Manager: Pam Yasses
(704) 875-7299 – office
(704) 875-7177 – fax 
www.SuperiorAM.net


"Pursuant to N.C.G.S. Section 7A-38.3F, the association is required to notify its members yearly that members and the association may request voluntary mediation of any dispute with the association arising under the North Carolina Planned Community Act, or under the association's declaration, bylaws, or rules and regulations, other than a dispute relating solely to the failure to pay dues or assessments. Either party can decline to engage in mediation for any reason. The procedure for requesting mediation is set forth in the statute."

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