Notice of weed control applications
July 18, 2025 — The walking paths were sprayed with Ranger Pro for weed control.
April 24, 2025 — The turf grass in Open Space #1, #2 and #3 was sprayed with Strike 3 and Triad TZ for dandelion and broad leaf weed control. Sections of the walking paths were sprayed with Ranger Pro for additional weed control.
The accumulation of large amounts of wind-blown trash has become a recurring issue. The HOA asks for the cooperation of all residents to help keep our community clean.
All trash & recyclables must fit inside your carts with the lids completely closed. Lids must not be left open with trash or recyclables sticking out the top.
Carts should be placed on a firm level surface behind the curb. Carts placed on uneven surfaces are more likely to tip over during strong winds.
Do not place loose cardboard at the curb. Break down corrugated cardboard to fit inside your recycling cart—or drop it off in the bulk recycling containers at the Joint Compost Facility.
Bulk item collections must be scheduled 48 hours in advance by contacting Penn Waste’s customer service team at 717-767-4456 or info@pennwaste.com.
Residents are reminded that all garbage and recycling containers are to be stored inside your garage—and not on the exterior of your home after collection.
The HOA's insurance provider requires the Board to have a Certificate of Liability Insurance (with a minimum $1,000,000 in coverage) on file for all contractors on Association property, including contractors hired by homeowners that require access on common areas with a vehicle or other equipment.
Homeowners shall provide the Board with the following information:
Company name
Primary contact person
Phone number
Email address (if available)
The Board will communicate all requirements to your contractor directly. Access will not be approved until the Board receives a valid Certificate of Liability Insurance.
Any damages to the HOA's common areas will be the responsibility of the contractor. The homeowner may also be responsible for damages if prior authorization was not approved.
All pets must be accompanied by an individual and maintained on a leash (max. 6’ length) when leaving your property. No pets (including cats) shall be allowed to be unleashed or roam freely.
Owners are responsible for the clean up and disposal (in a proper receptacle) of their pet's waste—including on the HOA's common areas.
Please be respectful and keep pets out of neighbor's yards and landscaping.
Homeowners are encouraged to visually inspect the condition of the sidewalks periodically. Some of the common hazards and obstructions to search for include:
Bushes and vegetation blocking the Pedestrian Access Route (PAR), which has a minimum width of 4 feet per ADA requirements.
Sidewalk sections that are deteriorating and not smooth
Uplifted sections, sunken sections, gaps between sections, and drop-offs along the edges
Drainage issues
Pedestrian falls could be a liability problem for negligent homeowners. Taking care of any issues before they become major problems will help you save time, money, and headaches. PennDOT offers online resources for sidewalk maintenance.
NOTE: The “maintenance and repair cost for sidewalk is the sole responsibility of the landowner" per Silver Spring Township's Subdivision and Land Ordinance, Section 604.01.8
Homeowners are reminded of their duty to "maintain limbs, branches or growth of trees, shrubbery, bushes or other plant growth to be at least 20 feet in height or clearance over the road, street or alley; and at least 8 feet in height or clearance over any sidewalk..." per Silver Spring Township's Height and Clearance of Trees, Shubbery and Bushes Ordinance #10-2018
Residents are asked to review Silver Spring Township's Snow, Ice and Inclement Weather Ordinance #10-2011. During a snowstorm, please remove your vehicles from the street to help facilitate snow plowing operations.
It is illegal to push snow from a parking lot or driveway onto township roads
Keep storm inlets clear to allow for drainage
Clear an area to the right facing your driveway to give the snow plow a place to put snow before it gets to your driveway.
For safety purposes, please do not approach a township vehicle while in operation as the driver may not be able to see you.
The HOA needs everyone’s cooperation to ensure that proper access to all the mailboxes—both the cluster and single units—is quick and easy for all residents.
Please be considerate of your neighbors and don’t park your vehicles in front of any mailboxes. Encourage your family members, visitors, and any service & repair companies to observe this same request.
Residents are reminded that all garbage and recycling containers are to be stored in your garage—not on the exterior of your home after collection.
This item is included in the Rules and Regulations to help maintain the exterior of units in a clean, sanitary and attractive condition—while minimizing wind blown trash and access by roaming wildlife, rodents, and insects.
The manufacturing date (or the expiration date) should be printed on the back of the device, along with the serial number. If your alarm is looking faded or yellowed—or you do not know when the alarm was installed—it's probably time to replace your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
Smoke alarms should be replaced 10 years from the date of manufacture
Carbon monoxide alarms should be replaced after 5-7 years
Your home may have hardwired smoke alarms—verify the proper type of alarm installed before purchasing a replacement.
On March 23, 2022, Silver Spring Township adopted a new Zoning Ordinance. Townhouses are no longer a permitted use in the R1 zone and are classified as an existing non-conforming use.
The new zoning ordinance requires a special exception for the expansion of a non-conforming use (e.g. adding a deck, patio, or any other exterior change).