HOA DUES

Q: Where does my association fee go after I sent a check or paid online?

A: When a check is submitted to the HOA P.O. Box address the HOA president and/or treasurer will pick up the check and deposit it to the Central Park South association account at a bank.  When paid online the fee is deposited directly to the bank account.

Q: For what will the association fee be used?

A: The fee is used to cover costs not paid directly from the individual home owner as there are, but not limited to, common areas, electricity, water, landscaping, snow removal on the roads, insurance, etc.

Q: Where can I find a list of all the purchases or expenses paid with the association fee?

A: The financial report is communicated each year at the HOA meeting and available online at the member area of the Central Park South website.

Q: What happens when I don’t pay my association fee?

A: You will be taken to small claims court where you will be responsible for all the legal fees.  You can’t sell your home without being in “good standing” and that requires paying your annual dues.

Q: If I face financial challenges and can’t pay the annual amount in full, do I have options to pay in smaller installments?

A: A payment process has to be presented to and approved by the board.

HOA BOARD

Q: What does the HOA board do?

A: The HOA board was established after the original home developer (Pulte) transferred the responsibilities of enforcing the by-laws of the Central Park South subdivision. The board represents the interest of the home owners as well.

Q: Who are the board members?

A: Volunteers who live in the subdivision and are willing to serve for no monetary compensation.

Q: What is the board responsible for?

A: The board is responsible for all business matters relating to the subdivision.

Q: How many times or when does the board meet each year? 

A: At least twice a year and the annual HOA meeting.  In addition the board members are in close contact to discuss requests and issues brought up by homeowners.

Q: What is discussed during the HOA board meetings?

A: The board is reviewing ongoing and future projects around the neighborhood.  Discuss financial state of the association (outstanding dues).  Review issues happening around the neighborhood.

Q: How can I join the HOA board?

A: You must be a CPSouth Homeowner that is in good standing (no past dues).  Everyone is welcome to get involved in the board or association activities. The core members of the board (president, treasurer) are elected at the annual association meeting for the predefined time period.  If you are interested to join please voice your request either at the association meeting or write to the president.

Q: Will you get paid to be on the HOA board?

A: No

Q: What happens when nobody is interested to be a HOA board member?

A: If there are not enough volunteers to fill the board, it will be outsourced to a third party - that will cost each home an additional $750/year.

Q: Who or how can I contact the HOA board with question I have related to our subdivision or in some cases my home?

A: Email or Contact portion of the website.

HOME REPAIR & CONSTRUCTION

Q: Do I need HOA board approval when I want to make modifications outside my home?

A: Yes.  See the by-laws for more details.

Q: Can I put a shed on my property?

A: No. Please refer to the by-laws for explanations.

Q: Can I have a fence ?

A: No, please see by-laws.  Only fences are allowed when you install a pool in your backyard.

Q: Who pays for a damaged mail box?

A: The board will pay for damages due to defect or basic wear and tear.  If the damage is from something else the homeowner is responsible for contacting the HOA Board and paying for the replacement.

Q: My mailbox is damaged, how do i get it repaired?

A: Please contact the HOA board to schedule a repair with the mailbox company.
 

COMMON AREAS

Q: How do I get a key to the pool on Central Park Blvd?

A: The pool is located in the "Central Park" subdivision, with is separate than the "Central Park South" subdivision.  We are not affiliated with them in any way.  We do not have access to their facilities.  But, our HOA dues are lower because we do not have to pay for the upkeep of a pool.

Q: How can we get bad road conditions (pot holes) fixed and who is paying for it.

A: Roads are considered Wayne County Roads.  The county is responsible for the repair of the roads.  However the HOA may explore the options of preventative maintenance to prolong the life of our roads.

Report A Road Hazard - http://www.waynecounty.com/dps/complaint.htm

Did you just hit a man-eating pothole or dodge a mattress on a freeway that fell off a truck? Maybe you just passed through an intersection where the traffic signal wasn't working or saw a missing stop sign. We want to know about it so we can take care of it. Here's how you can help us solve your road problems in Wayne County:

Report hazards at 1-888-ROAD CREW (1-888-762-3273)

By calling this 24-hour, toll-free number, you will talk to a road maintenance employee who will take your information and direct it to the appropriate crew for action. Don't worry if the hazard you report is in Wayne County, but may not be on a county-operated road. We'll take any report that isn't ours and pass it along immediately to the appropriate city or state agency.

Q: Can anyone walk through the woods in our common areas?

A: Yes, the common areas are open to all homeowners.

NEW TO OUR COMMUNITY

Q: When is my trash pick-up day?

A: Regular pick-up is on Friday's. Please have your  trash can and recycle bin ready by 6am on that day. For more details (holiday schedule, coverage, yard refuse season) please visit the Canton TWP website at: http://www.canton-mi.org/216/Refuse-Collection.

Q: Who do I call for large trash pick-ups?

A: Please contact Canton Refuse Collection.  http://www.canton-mi.org/216/Refuse-Collection

Q: Do my pets need a license?

A: Our subdivision does not require a pet license.  Please refer to the Canton Twp Website to see what they require.