Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the local utility providers?
For all other utility providers in the area, please see the list Overland Park provides: https://www.opkansas.org/city-services/utilities-wifi
Note: Your HOA fees cover trash pickup. You are automatically part of this pickup when you purchase your home
How much is Trash and Recycling? Who is our trash recycling vendor and when is trash and recyling picked up?
The fee for trash pickup is included in homes association dues. The HOA Board will initiate service for you when you close on your home. If you have any problems with starting your service, please notify the Board.
Trash and Recycling is picked up every Monday by Constable Sanitation.
Trash and recycle bins should be placed at the curb by 7AM and returned to garage the following evening.
For HOLIDAY SCHEDULES, go to ConstableSanitations.com.
Please contact Constable directly with any collection issues or broken bins.
Branches and tree limbs should be cut into 4 foot lengths and bundled together, and only set out where allowed by state law or local ordinance.
Large Item pickup is the 1st Monday of each month.
Not all items, including glass can be recycled.
For additional information and special pickups, go to: http://constablesanitation.com/forestgreen
Who is responsible for the care of new trees planted on or near their property?
The homeowner is responsible for the proper maintenance of these new trees, including watering the trees on and near their property
How do I report a HOA violation concern?
Please send email to parkatforestgreen@gmail.com. Please provide house address you are concerned with in the subject of you message.
Who is responsible for trees damaged due to weather or by large trucks?
The Park at Forest Green HOA will replace trees located on common areas damaged by weather, although the homeowner is responsible for routine watering, trimming and feeding.
If you have a tree that was originally installed by the developer that is damaged during a storm, contact the board to discuss replacement.
If you have a tree damaged by a Trash and Recycling Vendor, please contact that vendor 1st to pickup damage. If you get no resolution, please contact the board email.
Who is responsible for tree limbs hanging over sidewalks or causing obstruction?
It is the responsibility of the homeowner to trim tree limbs that hang over sidewalks and obstruct a pedestrians path.Tree and Shrub Maintenance Policy according to the City of Overland Park:Dead trees and broken or dead limbs that present a hazard to the public must be removed.You must keep shrubs and trees trimmed to eliminate sight distance problems on corner properties. Public rights-of-way such as streets and sidewalks must remain clear of limbs and branches. The minimum height clearance over sidewalks is 8 feet. The minimum height clearance over streets is 12 feet and for improved thoroughfares and designated truck routes the height clearance is 13 feet.
When does the pool open? What are the hours of operation? How do I get into the swimming pool?
The pool is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Hours are Monday through Sunday 9 a. m. - 10 p.m. including holidays. Make sure the board has your email so we can contact you.
We use a pool gate electronic key fob to access the pool. Each home gets one. If you need a fob replacement, please login to PayHoa.com and use the Pool Fob or Other Pool Issues Request form so that the VP of Pools and Cabana can address your issue.
Pool Fob or Other Issues
Go to PayHOA.com and Submit and Pool Fob or Pool Issue Request. Please allow 24 to 48 hours for reponse from the VP of Pools and Cabana. This request is directly sent to the VP Pools and her Pool Fob admin.
When is the annual neighborhood meeting?
The annual meeting takes place each November. The venue is tbd, but will be communicated to each homeowner via email and the white erase board located near the entrance of the subdivision.
If you need to talk about an issue prior to annual meeting, please email the board.
What are the area schools and how can I contact them?
We are in the Blue Valley School District. The district website has a wealth of information about public schools: https://www.bluevalleyk12.org/
For public school, our neighborhood is currently districted to go to Lakewood Elementary (913) 239-6500, Lakewood Middle School (913) 239-5800, and Blue Valley West High School. (913) 239-3700. To see some of the many accolades our public schools receive, click here.
There are also a number of private schools for all ages including Barstow School, Holy Spirit Catholic School, St Michaels of The Archangel Catholic School, St Thomas Aquinas, Ascension Elementary and many more.
For college level area schools in Johnson County, Johnson County Community College, and the University of Kansas Regents Center.
Area Information
Although Google or other search engine is a great place to start, here's some good links when you are new. Click on names below to access those websites and contact information.
A great site to start to get to know the city, including City Services, Recreation + Fun, City Government and info About OP
Blue Valley Recreation and Blue Valley Hilltop Center - a great recreation center with many amenities
Johnson County Government Site
Kansas Departments:
Kansas Department of Revenue - Drivers License - 7600D W 119th St Rosana Square:
Closest Post Office: Blue Valley (12433 Antioch Road) 897-6324
Reporting Street Light Out/Street Light Repair: Street light problems can be reported in two ways: A. E-mail bvmaint@opkansas.org with a description of the location of the problem and any other pertinent information. B. Call the Maintenance Division at 913/327-6600. Calls received 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, are handled by a dispatcher. During nights and weekends, callers can leave messages.
Road Conditions: Kansas - 782-8100 Missouri - 524-1407
Who do I contact regarding a problem yard or property that is not being properly maintained?
If you know of any new neighbors, please email the Board at parkatforestgreen@gmail.com. You may email us with your concerns. It's also helpful to attach digital photos of the problem along with your email. The city is supposed to respond within 24 hours. If talking to your neighbor does not resolve a problem, email the Board.
Where and what hazardous materials or household chemicals or old paint can be dropped off?
What are the area hospitals and emergency numbers?
Poison Control 588-6633
We have a number of hospitals within minutes of our to our neighborhood. A quick google search will help you find more information.
AdventHealth South Overland Park Hospital 7820 W 165th St Open 24 hours · (913) 373-2000
Saint Luke's South Hospital 12300 Metcalf Ave Open 24 hours · (913) 317-7000
Menorah Medical Center 5721 W 119th St (913) 498-6000
Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas 5808 W 110th St Open 24 hours · (913) 696-8000
HCA Midwest Health 5440 W 110th St Suite 400 (816) 508-4000
Overland Park Regional Medical Center 10500 Quivira Rd (913) 541-5000
The University of Kansas Medical Center, 4000 Cambridge St, Kansas City, KS 66160 is approximately 30 minutes away.
Who is responsible for the walking path?
The HOA Board is responsible for the East part of the path, while the city is responsible for the West. If you have questions or concerns regarding the Path, please contact the Board. All homeowners using the path should take the time to pick up the trash as well as pick up after your pets when they are using it.
What are the rules for placing temporary signs in residential areas?
Please refer to the bylaws as there are specific rules for this, especially political signage. A one or two day sign to celebrate a special occasion will typically not be an issue.
How do I obtain a neighborhood directory?
Only HOA members are allowed to access our neighborhood directory. Email the board to get login credentials.
How much are HOA dues, when are they collected and are there transfer fees?
Dues are due on January 1st of each calendar year and cover January through December. Dues for 2023 are $835. You will receive a dues statement in December. Late payments are subject to a 10% late fee if not postmarked on or before January 31. Our board is 100% volunteer and would really prefer not to chase down dues or late fees so we appreciate timely payment of annual dues.
Transfer Fees for new homeowners are $650 for 2022 and is responsibility of current owner to collect and mail to Park at Forest Green, Attn: Treasurer, 14300 Newton, Overland Park, KS 66223.
I want to make changes to the outside of my property/house. What are next steps?
Examples: new / updating fence, changing house paint color, new/changing deck or deck stain, new/changing patio, changing driveway, re-roofing house new color, or other changing external landscaping or other bylaw restricted guidelines.
Please go to the Architecture Request Page of this website for steps to take.
Who do I contact if I am new to the neighborhood?
Please let us know if you or someone has moved in. We usually get notice from Title Companies but they don't provide contact information and sometimes move in dates change. We would like to drop by and welcome them to our neighborhood. The social committee has a packet for our new folks with lots of information inside. We also would love to add you to our neighborhood directory.