Buying into an HOA community for the first time? Here's how it works:

1. Governance and Leadership

An HOA is a non-profit legal entity created to manage and maintain a residential community.

• The Board of Directors: This is a group of volunteer homeowners elected by the community to make decisions, manage finances, and enforce rules.

• The Management Company: Many HOAs hire a professional firm to handle day-to-day operations, such as collecting dues, hiring contractors, and processing architectural requests.

• Governing Documents: The CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations. These are the "laws" of your building.

2. Financial Obligations

To maintain the community's shared assets, every homeowner is required to pay dues (assessments).

• Regular Assessments: Typically paid monthly, quarterly, or annually. These cover trash pickup, snow removal, insurance for common areas, and landscaping.

• Reserves: A portion of your dues goes into a "savings account" for long-term projects, like replacing a roof or repaving a parking lot.

• Special Assessments: If an unexpected major expense occurs and the reserve fund is insufficient, the Board may levy a one-time fee on all owners.

3. Rule Enforcement and Violations

The HOA monitors the neighborhood to ensure everyone is following the CC&Rs.

• Common Violations: Leaving trash cans out in the halls, damaging property, unauthorized parking, or unapproved exterior changes.

• The Process: 1.  Courtesy Notice: A friendly reminder of the rule. 2.  Notice of Violation: A formal letter outlining the issue and a deadline to fix it. 3.  Hearing/Fine: If the issue persists, you may be called to a hearing before the Board.

4. Community Meetings and Voting

Transparency is key to a healthy HOA.

• Annual Meetings: This is where the budget is approved and new Board members are elected. Your attendance is vital to ensure a quorum (the minimum number of owners needed to make a vote legal).

• Board Meetings: These are usually held monthly or quarterly. Most states require these to be open to homeowners, though there is usually a specific "open forum" time for you to speak.

5. The Architectural Review Process

This is often the most misunderstood part of HOA life. Before you make any changes to the exterior of your home or major interior changes like removing a wall, please submit an Architectural Review Form.

• The Goal: To maintain a cohesive aesthetic and protect property values.

• Typical Projects Requiring Approval:  Moving walls, major plumbing updates like adding in a Washer/Dryer to your unit, or enclosing your balcony.

• The Process: 1. Submit an Architectural Change Request form. 2. Include diagrams, color swatches, or contractor quotes. 3. Wait for the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) to approve or deny the request (usually a 30-day window).

Building Link

Building Link is an app and desktop site used for communication, document resources, and maintenance requests.

Please be sure to submit all maintence tickets or issues you come across throughout the building here. This will create a ticket and notify management immediately.

Building Link is also a forum for homeowners to communicate about Lost and Found, items they giving away, and even recommendations for vendors.

Not seeing an email link with your initial set up? Contact 855.435.4596 for a new link!

WRMC (Worth Ross Management Company) Portal

This is your one stop shop for billing inquiries. Here you will be able to make payments and access current association governing documents, insurance, meeting minutes, and more!

Not seeing an email link with your initial set up? Contact 855.435.4596 for a new link!

Official Facebook Page

While this is an unofficial forum, we understand Facebook is an easier way for neighbors to communicate. We encourage you to get to know your neighbors and continue the 100 Park community lifestyle.