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.☀Are there CC&Rs?
Yes, Solana has 3 sets of CCRs. One for the community, one for the Courtyards, and one for the Estates. The Community CCRs apply to both the Courtyards and the Estates. You can find all these CCRs by hovering over “The Community” tab and clicking "CCRs" ☀What is the HOA Fee? The HOA fees are $369.61 quarterly for Estate Lots and $726.66 quarterly for Courtyard Lots. ☀What does the HOA fee cover? The HOA fees covers the Clubhouse supplies and utilities, common ground maintenance, private roads, and administrative expenses. The Courtyard HOA fee includes mowing and homeowners can opt-in for maintenance of their flower beds for an additional fee. ☀Are there any other fees to be aware of? There is a one-time capital contribution fee that is paid at closing for the first sale with a home on a lot (the amount is equal to two months dues). There is also a one-time transfer fee of $150 for lots owned by the developer or $250 for resale lots. ☀Is Solana an age restricted community? No. The original developer amended the CCRs very early on to take off this restriction. ☀What are Solana’s amenities? Learn more about amenities by hovering over “The Community” tab and clicking "Amenities" ☀Where do I get my mail? What about my newspaper? Mail is delivered to your assigned mailbox that is located at the clubhouse. Upon closing on your lot or home, you will be provided with a mailbox key. If you subscribe to a newspaper, they are typically delivered with your regular mail. ☀Does North Pointe have to be the builder for my home? If you buy a lot in the Estates, you can choose your builder. ☀Is there a minimum square footage for homes in the Estates? Neither the CCRs or the design guidelines speak to minimum square footage, though residents are obligated to maintain the character and be consistent and harmonious with development. All building plans must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee and there would have to be extenuating circumstances to build a home smaller than 1800 sq ft (i.e. the building envelope doesn't allow something larger). ☀Is my view protected in Solana Estates? Yes. Solana Estates has a “View Protection Plan” in place. It has components in the CC&Rs, on the Plat, and in the Design Standards & Guidelines. Taken together, these various standards and requirements give the ACC the authority to regulate the height and location of all trees, shrubs or other vegetation that could potentially block or interfere with views from each lot. It encourages the retention of large trees (primarily conifers) for the over-all aesthetic quality of the community, but also requires their trimming, topping or removal if such trees block the views of another lot. Setbacks and elevation restrictions have also been established for each lot to ensure structures do not block the view of the neighbors. ☀Can I put up a fence on my property? Per the CCRs, fences are not allowed in Solana. This is because Solana is located within the Sequim-Dungeness elk range and fences have potential to obstruct the migration of elk. ☀Who provides internet? Is it high-speed? Wave cable provides high-speed internet and cable to both the Solana Courtyards and the Estates. ☀Does my new Courtyard home come with a warranty? Yes. All new homes built by North Pointe come with a 2-10 warranty that offers 1 year coverage of workmanship, 2 year coverage of systems and 10 year coverage of structural. Click here to learn more about the 2-10 warranty! ☀Can I choose the finishes of my new Courtyard home? If you purchase a Courtyard home before it is completed you can potentially have input on some of the finishes like flooring, cabinets, countertops, etc… It depends on how far along they are in the build. Sometimes finishes have already been ordered or installed. The builder reserves the right to change or alter the specifications and materials without notice or obligation. ☀Am I required to use Ferrellgas in the Courtyards? In section 7.6 of the Courtyard CCRs, it's stated that Ferrellgas is required to be propane provider for the Solana Courtyards and there are opt-out and low-use fees. This section is now null and void. While original Solana construction (homes not built by North Pointe) are metered through Ferrellgas, all new Solana Courtyard construction come with a 120 gallon propane tank that is leased through Sunshine propane. Ferrellgas does not have the infrastructure to service and meter the new Courtyard homes. ☀How far is Solana from downtown Sequim or the Olympic Discovery Trail? Solana is about 2 miles from shopping, medical services, grocery and entertainment in downtown Sequim. You can catch the Olympic Discovery Trail at the intersection of Washington and Simdars which is less than a half mile away! |
Windermere Real Estate - Port Angeles | Kelly Johnson | kellyjohnson@olypen.com
