FAQs Archive - Page 4 of 5 - Craneridge Homeowners Association

Q: On what days is the garbage picked up?

You will need to arrange your own private contract with a garbage company. Two companies who pick-up in our neighborhood are as follows: MRC Disposal: http://mrcny.com/disposal.html or WM (Waste Management): https://www.wm.com/us/en/home/residential-waste-recycling-pickup

Q: Do I need permission to renovate the inside of my home?

No, nothing you do inside of your home needs to be approved. However, if you do anything to the inside of your home that will change the exterior appearance, such as adding or changing windows, then you will need prior approval from the Architecture Committee.

Q: What is considered the "common property" within Craneridge and are there rules associated with its use?

The common property areas include but are not limited to the pool and playground area, the meadow, and property owned by Craneridge Association. Yes, there are rules associated with Common Property use that were adopted on 3/6/17 as follows: 1) Members must be in good standing with Craneridge Association financially and not in violation of the By-laws and Covenants to use the common properties, 2) No unauthorized vehicles are allowed. This includes but is not limited to golf carts, ATVs, and dirt bikes, 3) No smoking is permitted, 4) No overnight camping is permitted, 5) Quiet hours are from dusk to dawn. Care should be given to not disturb neighbors, and 6) Care should be given to not cause reckless damage to the common properties.

Q: I’m interested in purchasing a home here in Craneridge, but I am concerned about living in an HOA. My question is, do I have to become involved in the community (i.e. volunteer, go to social events, serve on a committee) in order to live in the community?

No, you do not have to join a committee or engage in community activities in order to live in the community. There are plenty of opportunities to meet and engage in activities with your neighbors, however they are all optional. The only requirement to living within an HOA is that you must abide by the Bylaws and Covenants of the community. Buying into an HOA makes you a co-owner in the corporation and the Association can have a direct impact on your home value and quality of life. Craneridge is a small community that is entirely run by volunteers. If you are considering moving to Craneridge, we encourage you to read our community’s bylaws and covenants so that you can determine whether or not living in this HOA would work for you: Bylaws, Covenants & Policies