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Many individuals do not want to live in a subdivision that has an HOA. Why? Mainly for two reasons;

• Fees: HOAs charge fees to cover maintenance, repairs, and other expenses. These fees can be expensive and can increase over time.
• Rules and Regulations: HOAs have rules and regulations that all members must follow. While some rules may be necessary, others may be overly restrictive or seem arbitrary.

However, there are three positive reasons for an HOA ;

• Maintained property values: HOAs are designed to maintain the value of the community and the properties within it, which can be beneficial for homeowners.
• Consistent appearance: HOAs can enforce rules and regulations that ensure a consistent appearance throughout the community.
• Community involvement: HOAs provide a way for homeowners to be involved in their community and make decisions that impact it.

The fact is in Springhurst, there are restrictive covenants that govern the use of every owner’s property. The HOA is required to maintain and pay taxes on the entrance. It is NOT a garden club.

In the past, some members (property owners) have suggested than rather collecting dues, the HOA should run on a volunteer basis. Everyone chipping in so to speak. Good luck with that. Many of the homes in Springhurst are occupied by renters. Many are elderly. Many don’t want to bother. In summary, it just isn’t practical.

The dues we charge are only $100 a year. Less than $10 a month. The board members are not paid. Its strictly volunteer. The board makes an effort to not be overly intrusive in every member’s lifestyle or use of their property. However, there are minimum standards that have to be met.

Because of the Covid pandemic, the Board has ignored many of the covenant violations and past due bills. The pandemic is now officially over.

We hope all HOA members and residents will cooperate and enjoy their homes in Springhurst. We as board members will be doing everything possible to make that a reality.

The HOA has hired an attorney, Taylor Peace, of Harrell, Martin, & Peace, P.A., to review our documents and filings. A title search is being condcuted in order to ascertain that all required documentation has been filed and that the HOA is up to date and that it meets all the requirements for an HOA in South Carolina.

This post will be updated as matters progress.

The following are proposed projects for the year 2024;

Replace sign at entrance (we have already purchased a replacement)

Trim trees and undergrowth on Springhurst Dr. traffic circle

Meet with attorney and reconcile all required documents and filings for the HOA.

Plant new grass on entryway.

If you have any suggested projects, please let us know. Thank you.

Palmetto Utilities dug up the street to fix the sewer on the traffic circle at the end of Springhurst Dr. That was over 60 days ago. For the past month I have been after them and Richland County to get it repaired. I finally heard from Palmetto Utilities today and they promised to have a crew out there on 3/3/22 to regrade it and to hopefully have it paved by next week. Sorry about the delay but I really have been pushing it.