Compliance
Understand your notice, deadlines, correction steps, and how to contact Community Standards for help.
If you received a notice
Review the notice for the issue, required action, and deadline. Always follow the instructions in the notice you received.
Review the notice first
Review the violation description and any photos included with the notice. Make sure you understand what condition was observed and where it is located on your property.
Confirm whether the issue still exists
Some issues may have already been corrected before the notice arrived. If the condition no longer exists, you may only need to send an update or photo showing that it has been resolved.
Correct the issue if needed
If the condition still exists, make the necessary correction before the deadline listed in the notice. Common examples include storing trash bins out of view, removing weeds, parking vehicles correctly, or completing required maintenance.
Questions or timing concerns?
Contact Community Standards as soon as possible if you are unsure what is required, believe the notice was issued in error, or need to ask about timing. Early communication helps prevent unnecessary escalation.
How the process works
For many curable residential violations, the process begins with a Friendly Reminder and Courtesy Notice before a fine is assessed. Some matters may be handled differently when the policy or circumstances require it.
Friendly Reminder
The first step for many curable residential violations.
Courtesy Notice
A follow-up notice before a fine is assessed.
Violation Notice
A formal notice that may include a $50 fine under the policy.
Policy reference
These details are here for quick reference. The notice you received and the current policy control the deadline, delivery method, and response path that apply.
Fine schedule
The residential fine schedule for curable violations is shown below.
| Step | Notice | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | Friendly Reminder | No fine |
| Step 2 | Courtesy Notice | No fine |
| Step 3 | Violation Notice | $50 |
| Subsequent violation within 6 months | Additional Violation Notice | $50 |
The schedule applies to curable residential violations. Uncurable, urgent, health, safety, community-property, force mow, or other policy-specific matters may be handled differently under the policy.
Most violations
Most violations have a 12-day cure period.
Noise and rubbish/debris
Noise and rubbish/debris violations have a 5-day cure period.
Force mow
Force mow notices have a 5-day cure period.
Case-by-case timelines
Some cure periods or enforcement timelines may be adjusted under the policy.
Certified mail
When a fine is assessed, the policy requires notice by certified mail and a $25 Certified Mail Fee is charged to the homeowner account.
Common violation types
These are a few of the more common violation types. The notice you received will explain the issue, deadline, and any required response.
Architectural improvements
As a general rule, anything visible from the street or another property, when viewed from the first floor, or that could affect another property, including natural water flow or drainage, requires Architectural Committee approval.
ReviewCompare the notice with the Design Guidelines and any project approval you already received.
To resolveIf the project was approved, contact Community Standards with the project details so the approval can be located. If the work was not approved, contact Community Standards before making additional changes. If the project can be approved, you will need to submit an ACC application. If it cannot be approved, the improvement must be removed.
Rubbish and debris
Trash and recycling bins must be stored out of view from the street and neighboring properties. Bins may be placed at the curb the day before collection and must be removed from view by the end of collection day. Trash must be stored inside closed bins.
ReviewConfirm that trash or recycling containers have been removed from the curb if collection day has passed. Check that containers are stored out of view and that all trash is inside closed bins.
To resolveOnce corrected, no message is usually needed. The item will be reviewed during the next routine inspection.
Vehicles and parking
Vehicles should be parked in the garage or driveway. No more than two vehicles may be parked outside the garage. Trailers, boats, RVs, commercial vehicles, and other oversized vehicles may not be stored in view. Street parking is also prohibited.
ReviewMove excess vehicles into the garage or off the property so that no more than two vehicles remain parked outside. Move any trailer, boat, RV, commercial vehicle, or oversized vehicle out of view or to an off-site storage location. If the issue is street parking, move the vehicle into the driveway or garage.
To resolveOnce corrected, no message is usually needed. The item will be reviewed during the next routine inspection.
Sidewalk access
Sidewalks must remain clear and accessible. Trees, shrubs, flowers, and other landscaping may not encroach into the sidewalk, and vehicles may not block or obstruct pedestrian access.
ReviewInspect the sidewalk along your property. Trim back any vegetation extending into the walkway and move any vehicle blocking or overhanging the sidewalk.
To resolveA wheelchair should be able to travel down the sidewalk without contacting vegetation or navigating around obstacles. Once corrected, no message is usually needed. The item will be reviewed during the next routine inspection.
Related resources
Governing Documents
View Blackhawk declarations, bylaws, resolutions, and original documents in TownSq.
Questions about a notice?
Community Standards can help with compliance notices and questions about what to do next.