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Q. Can I make
improvements or modifications to my home or property?
A. Yes but they are subject to the approval of the Board of
Directors or its representative, the Architectural Review Committee
(ARC). The current ARC chairman is Rebekah Whichard. You may reach
her
by calling 670-0216 or e-mailing
thewhichards@comcast.net.
NOTE: Before
you begin, you must complete and submit an Architectural Review
Application. You can download a copy of this form
here in Acrobat®
PDF. Otherwise,
contact
the board, and we will provide you with
this form. Submittal instructions are on the form.
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Q. Do I need approval to build a fence?
A. Yes, a fence is considered an improvement or modification and must
be approved by the Board or the ARC.
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Q. Are there rules governing the ownership of dogs?
A. Yes. According to Town of Mount Pleasant Code Section 90.15, it
unlawful to:
- allow an animal to run
without control or not under constraint (a leash not more than 8 feet in
length);
- permit an animal to
damage the property of anyone other than the owner;
- maintain an animal that
repeatedly chases, snaps at, bites or attacks pedestrians, bicycles,
vehicles, or other animals; and
- allow or permit an
animal to defecate upon any public place or upon any premises not owned
or controlled by the owner or harborer unless promptly removed (two
minutes) by the animal owner or harborer.
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Q. When does the
Property Owners Association meet?
A. The Board of Directors is required by the
by-laws
to meet "at such time as may be determined by the President
upon at least ten (10) days notice in writing, but not less than once
each six (6) calendar months." A meeting of the entire membership is
required "annually at such time and place in the month of July as may be
determined by the Board of Directors."
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Q. Can I park a boat or trailer in my driveway, on my lawn, or in the
street near my house?
A. No, the Covenants, Conditions, and
Restrictions
of Ivy Hall state: "No tent, shack, trailer, bus, boat,
or other water craft, camper or motor home or temporary structure of any
kind shall be erected, kept, had or allowed at any time on any lot or
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Q. How do I refresh or replace my aging mailbox?
A. It's important that mailboxes are maintained to as close to their
original appearance as possible. Unfortunately, our mailboxes and
accompanying posts were custom made, so getting identical replacements
isn't possible. However, Lowe's in Mount Pleasant carries everything you
would need to return your mailbox to its approximate original form:
■ Gray paint. Use Valspar American Tradition's "Dark Dove Gray Exterior
Gloss," which retails for about $8 a quart. One quart should be
more than enough to give two or three coats to the post.
■ Mailbox container. Get the T1 Classic Steel Mailbox, Item # 37715,
Model #C1100BOO. This is a standard box in basic black. It retails for
about $10.
■ Wooden post. Lowe's sells treated and untreated wooden (4X4) mailbox
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Q. Can I put a portable storage unit, such as PODS, in
my yard or driveway?
A. Yes, but residents are directed to follow the town's guidelines regarding
them.
The main guideline pertains to the maximum length of installation: 30
days. If a homeowner needs more time, he or she would need to ask the
town for an extension.
Here's the town's full code
pertaining to portable storage units
(ordinance number
156.053):
(1) There
shall be no more than one portable storage unit per site no larger than
eight feet wide, 16 feet long, and eight feet high.
(2) No
portable storage unit shall remain on a site in excess of 30 days in any
calendar year. One 30-day extension may be granted if there is
substantial evidence of need.
(3) It
shall be unlawful for any person to place or permit the placement of any
portable storage unit on a site in which they own, rent, occupy, or
control without first obtaining a temporary use permit. The issuance of a
permit shall allow the applicant to place a portable storage unit on a
property in conformance with the requirements of this section.
(4) In
residential districts, portable storage units shall only be placed in a
driveway, unless the rear of the site is readily accessible. If the
Zoning Administrator, or designee, determines that there is no driveway
available for placement of a portable storage unit and the rear of the
site is not readily accessible, then the portable storage unit may be
placed in a front yard, as long as the location does not obstruct the
free, convenient, and normal use of any easement dedicated for use by the
public rights-of-way. Portable storage units shall not displace required
parking spaces in either commercial or residential districts.
(5)
Notwithstanding the time limitations set forth herein, all portable
storage units shall be removed immediately upon the issuance of a
hurricane warning by a recognized government agency. If the Zoning
Administrator, or designee, determines that an emergency, other than a
hurricane warning by a recognized government agency, provides sufficient
cause to exceed or reduce the time limitations which would otherwise
apply, the Zoning Administrator, or designee, may allow a portable
storage unit to remain at a site for a period in excess of such time
limitations, or may also order immediate removal of the portable storage
unit.
(6) The
owner and operator of any site on which a portable storage unit is placed
shall be responsible to ensure that the portable storage unit is in good
condition, free from evidence of deterioration, weathering,
discolorations, rust, ripping, tearing, or other holes or breaks. When
not in use, the portable storage unit shall be kept locked. The owner or
operator of any site on which a portable storage unit is placed shall
also be responsible that no hazardous substances shall be stored or kept
within the portable storage unit.
(7) The
provisions of this section shall not supersede the restrictive covenants
of any subdivision or planned development in which the placement of
portable storage units is limited or prohibited.
Ivy Hall residents who erect portable storage units on their property are
likely to receive a letter from our management company reminding
them of the town's code.
Thank you for your cooperation on this matter!
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Q. Can I have a party or picnic in our main common area?
A. Certainly, but there is no way to reserve the place ahead of time.
You can't force others to leave or prevent residents from using the
property during your event. Be considerate with parking. And please bring
your own trash bags so a mess isn't left behind.
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necessary to request
approval from the
ARC (Architectural
Review Committee)
prior to making any
improvements or
modifications to
your home or lot.
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