Creekside Village Frequently Asked Questions
Refer to the HOA CC&Rs regarding the rules and application of the rules. The following is intended to answer most frequently asked questions from owners or occupants of Creekside Village.
What are the Parking rules?
In general, to comply with the parking rules each owner/ occupants must
- Have all four wheels of the vehicle on the concrete of your driveway
- Not be parked in red zones (the end of the driveway is interpreted as being a continuation of the red zone since parking in front of it may impede the passing of emergency response vehicles)
- Not have recreational vehicles, any type of trailer or commercial vehicle parked anywhere in the complex greater than 2 hours
- Only have current licensed vehicles and in operating conditions parked within the complex
- Not park a vehicle, in the same parking spot, in the complex for a period greater than 72 hours. Vehicle shall leave the complex after a 72 hour period prior to occupying a new parking spot to ensure all owners / occupants have equal opportunity to parking spots
Can I install a screen door?
The HOA Board of Directors, after the recommendation of the Architectural Committee, has approved the type of screen door in Figure 1 and Figure 2 below for use in the Creekside Complex. All other screen doors requires an Architectural Review prior to installation
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Can I put a satellite dish on my roof? Do I need apProval?
Installation of a satellite dish requires approval from the Architectural Committee prior to installation.
In general the following guidelines considerations will be made by the Architectural Committee.
In general the following guidelines considerations will be made by the Architectural Committee.
- No other existing satellites exist on the owner / occupants property.
- Satellite has to be installed in position as to not be visible from the street.
- Satellite location will not degrade, puncture or be mounted on any roofing material.
- Satellite cable has been concealed or hidden and mounted in a professional manner.
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How do I get access to the pool and gyM?
To request access keys to gates (for gates, tennis courts) please contact MaryBeth Forcier at [email protected] or (408) 913-1082
What’s the difference between the CC&Rs and the Rulebook?
Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs)
This is a legally binding document that is officially recorded and filed with the State of California. Your CC&Rs cover the rights and obligations of the homeowners association to its members and vice versa. CC&Rs often cover legal issues. Because this record is kept on file with the state, it can be difficult to amend and requires a vote by the membership to make any changes.
Creekside CC&Rs in PDF format can be found on the Creekside Village website
Rules & Regulations
Your community’s Rules & Regulations are written in a Rulebook and are a catch-all for the things that aren’t covered in the Bylaws or CC&Rs. These are often the rules that might need revising over time due to changes in the community.
According to Article IV Subsection 2.4 in the Creekside CC&Rs: "Association Rules: The board may, from time to time, and subject to the provisions of this Declaration, adopt such Rules as the Board may deem necessary for the management of the Project in accordance with the provisions of the By-laws, Article V, Section 1, Subsection 1.1."
Creekside Rulebook PDF (Approved 2023) can be found on the Creekside Village website
In 2022, the Board of Directors met several times to revise the Rulebook with updated language to better address the community. The Rulebook was published for the community for several months and included an area for comments before approval by the board in 2023.
This is a legally binding document that is officially recorded and filed with the State of California. Your CC&Rs cover the rights and obligations of the homeowners association to its members and vice versa. CC&Rs often cover legal issues. Because this record is kept on file with the state, it can be difficult to amend and requires a vote by the membership to make any changes.
Creekside CC&Rs in PDF format can be found on the Creekside Village website
Rules & Regulations
Your community’s Rules & Regulations are written in a Rulebook and are a catch-all for the things that aren’t covered in the Bylaws or CC&Rs. These are often the rules that might need revising over time due to changes in the community.
According to Article IV Subsection 2.4 in the Creekside CC&Rs: "Association Rules: The board may, from time to time, and subject to the provisions of this Declaration, adopt such Rules as the Board may deem necessary for the management of the Project in accordance with the provisions of the By-laws, Article V, Section 1, Subsection 1.1."
Creekside Rulebook PDF (Approved 2023) can be found on the Creekside Village website
In 2022, the Board of Directors met several times to revise the Rulebook with updated language to better address the community. The Rulebook was published for the community for several months and included an area for comments before approval by the board in 2023.
Why can’t I place my personal items in my front yard?
The CC&Rs on page 12, section 2.4 allow the board to create rules as the board deems necessary for the management of the project. It is very typical, if not common, for boards to have rules regarding the materials that can be placed in the front of one's home in plain view of the street and/or common area. This rule has been in place by the Creekside HOA prior to 2005. It is very typical to have a rule outlining what materials can be on front yard or porch areas to include, but not limited to: screen doors, the colors used on the structure, removal of garbage cans, bicycles, etc. These rules are enforced to allow the association to have an aesthetic continuity and maintain appreciation of homes in the community. Owners can place personal items on their front porch, stoops or under their front door covering, but not in the landscaped or walkway areas. Creekside Village CC&Rs Section 2.5, page 13, covers the enforcement of these rules.
What is the common area?
A common area in a Homeowners Association (HOA) community refers to any part of the property or land that is owned equally by all owners of lots within the community. The common areas are specifically listed in the CC&Rs. These spaces are accessible to all members and typically include amenities such as parks, swimming pools, playgrounds, recreational facilities, walking paths, parking areas, and any other shared spaces not designated as part of individual properties. The maintenance, management, and regulations governing the use of these common areas are defined in the CC&Rs and are overseen and enforced by the HOA. Furthermore, additional rules may be passed from time to time by the board governing both common areas and certain defined non-common areas for the benefit of all members after a noticed review period and comment by the members. Your Board of Directors have followed all requirements of the Civil Code in passing the current set of rules and they are, therefore, enforceable by the board.
Termite Damage and Repair
If you have damage on the exterior of your home caused by termites please put in a maintenance request using the Intempus portal. The situation will be evaluated for next steps. Creekside Village HOA is responsible for the exterior surfaces of any unit. Rear deck and private fencing are the responsibility of the homeowner. Any interior damage or termite identification is also the responsibility of the homeowner.
In the early 2000's a CVHOA board member contracted with a termite company to tent and fumigate the homes of Creekside Village. This was a significant expense to the association and an inconvenience to homeowners as they needed to vacate their homes for 3 days.
In late 2015/early 2016, following legal proceedings, the HOA discovered that Creekside Village was classified as a "planned development." As a result, the association was relieved of responsibility for addressing termite issues within individual households. Further investigation revealed that the termite damage was caused by subterranean termites, rendering the tenting of homes ineffective.
Consequently, the budget line item allocated for tenting in 2015 was reevaluated, and the funds initially set aside for this purpose were absorbed into the reserve fund for Creekside Village. Although the money remained within the Creekside Village accounts, there was no longer a need for a specific line item dedicated to tenting homes.
This information was provided to residents in the 2015 Creekside Village newsletters.
In the early 2000's a CVHOA board member contracted with a termite company to tent and fumigate the homes of Creekside Village. This was a significant expense to the association and an inconvenience to homeowners as they needed to vacate their homes for 3 days.
In late 2015/early 2016, following legal proceedings, the HOA discovered that Creekside Village was classified as a "planned development." As a result, the association was relieved of responsibility for addressing termite issues within individual households. Further investigation revealed that the termite damage was caused by subterranean termites, rendering the tenting of homes ineffective.
Consequently, the budget line item allocated for tenting in 2015 was reevaluated, and the funds initially set aside for this purpose were absorbed into the reserve fund for Creekside Village. Although the money remained within the Creekside Village accounts, there was no longer a need for a specific line item dedicated to tenting homes.
This information was provided to residents in the 2015 Creekside Village newsletters.
How do I get a new remote for the gates?
New gate remotes can be purchased from Amazon or any hardware store. Be sure to purchase a remote with a 10 pin switch. Once purchased, contact Property Management for the pin code or open the back of your old remote for the pin code.