Yes, membership is mandatory for all owners of a lot or parcel governed by the Declaration of Single Family Covenants, Easments, and Restrictions for Greensprings Plantation Phase One.

·         How is the association governed?

The association is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of seven members. Members are elected for three year terms with no more than three members elected in any given year. There are also a number of standing committees that oversee various functional areas. The Board of Directors also hires a property manager to oversee day-to-day matters.

·         When does the board of directors meet?

Regularly scheduled meetings of the Board of Directors are on the first Tuesday of the month at the Community Center. From time to time, these meetings can be adjusted due to scheduling issues.  You are invited to check the Calendar for the most up to date schedule.  Meetings begin promply at 7:00 pm, unless otherwise scheduled.  Meeting notices are posted at both Greensprings entrances three to four days in advance of each meeting.  Should you require an Agenda prior to the meeting please contact the Association Secretary and he or she will email you an agenda.

·         What are the standing committees?

The standing committees are Finance, Community Center, Landscaping, Pool and Play Area, Rules and Regulations, and Social Activities. Meetings are posted on the association website calendar and on the door of the Community Center. 

·         Who is the property manager?

Berkeley Realty Property Management is the property manager. Their telephone number is 757-229-6810. They can be contacted via email using the link provided on the "contacts" page of the association website. However, formal complaints regarding rules and regulations violations must be submitted in letter format via the regular postal address.

·         Are there dues for the association?

Yes, there is an annual assessment that is set each year by the Board of Directors based on the recommendation of the Finance Committee. The property manager bills each lot owner on a quarterly basis.

·         What are the current dues?

The current annual assessment is $540.00 payable on a quarterly basis of $135.00. This assessment is subject to change based on budgetary needs as approved by the Board of Directors.

·         What is included in the annual assessment?

The annual assessment provides for the maintenance and operation of all common property. Association members must be current in their assessment in order to use the common porperty such as the pool, community center, or tennis courts.

·         Does the association have an architectural or design review board?

Yes, a Design Review Board (DRB) is required by the Bylaws. Owners are subject to the guidelines and decisions of the DRB.

·         What plans must be submitted to the DRB for approval?

As stated in Article VI, Section 6.2 of the Declaration of Single Family Covenants, Easements, and Restrictions, "Before commencing the construction, erection or installation of any building, shed, fence, wall, animal pen or shelter, exterior lighting, sign, antenna, clothesline, mailbox or mailbox support, improvement or other devise or structure (each of the foregoing being hereinafter referred to as an "improvement") on any lot or parcel, including any site work in preparation therefore, and before commencing any alteration, enlargement, demolition or removal of an improvement or any portion thereof in a manner that alters the exterior appearance (including paint color) of the improvement or of the lot or the parcel on which situated, each owner shall submit to the Design Review Board a completed application on the form provided by the Design Review Board ("the application"), a proposed construction schedule and at least three sets of plans and specifications of the proposed construction, erection, installation, alteration, enlargement, demolition or removal." 

·         Where can I find the DRB application?

Yes, however there is an application process and fee for use and cleaning. See the community Association Rules and application in the website document library. 

·         When renting the community center, is the use of alcohol permitted?

·         Can association members use the pool for private parties?

Yes. An application to use the pool is available for download on the Pool, Tennis and Play Area Commitee Page.  Applicable fees apply. Applicants must also arrange for mandatory life guard coverage directly with the pool management company. 

·         Is alcohol permitted at the pool, including private parties?

No. Alcohol is never permitted at the pool, including private parties. 

·         Who is responsible for maintaining the grass and shrubs in the common areas?

The Landscaping Committee budgets appropriate monies each year to hire a contractor who provides support 12 months of the year. Duties include mowing the grass, keeping the bike path clean, mulching, trimming trees and shrubs, and similar kinds of landscaping chores. The Chair of the Landscaping Committee supervises the contractor in all of these activities. 

·         What should be done about dead trees in the common area?

If a dead tree is noticed in the common area, its location should be reported to the Landscaping Committee Chair or a member of the Landscaping Committee who will then arrange for its removal. Homeowners are responsible for removing dead trees from their own property.