WINTER PROTOCOL: Snowman Construction Guidelines – Frosty Compliance Standards

Issued by: EMWV HOA Security Winter Compliance Division
Date: November 22, 2025
Priority: MANDATORY COMPLIANCE

ATTENTION ALL RESIDENTS: Effective immediately, all snowman construction within EMWV community boundaries must comply with the following security and aesthetic standards. Non-compliance will result in immediate removal and citation.

❄️ SNOWMAN CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

Height Restrictions

Maximum height: 4 feet (48 inches) from ground level to top of head
Minimum height: 2 feet (24 inches) – snowmen below this height are considered “snow decorations” and require separate permits
Height measurements must be verified by security personnel before construction completion

Location Requirements

Snowmen must be positioned at least 10 feet from property lines
No snowman construction within
Snowmen may not obstruct security camera sightlines or emergency vehicle access
All snowmen must face east (toward sunrise) for optimal morning aesthetic compliance

Construction Standards

Three-tier construction mandatory (head, torso, base)
Snow must be compacted to minimum density of 0.3 g/cm³
All snowmen must have approved accessories (carrot nose, coal eyes, approved hat)
No unauthorized accessories permitted (scarves must be pre-approved by Security Division)

🚨 PROHIBITED PRACTICES

Multi-snowman installations (snow families) require special variance approval
No snowman construction after 6:00 PM (security lighting requirements)
Abandoned or partially constructed snowmen must be removed within 24 hours
Snowmen may not be constructed using colored snow (dyes, food coloring, etc.)
No snowman modifications after initial construction without security notification

📋 PERMIT REQUIREMENTS

All snowman construction requires:

Pre-construction notification submitted 48 hours in advance
Site inspection by Security Division
Approved construction permit (valid for 7 days)
Post-construction verification and compliance check

⚠️ ENFORCEMENT

The Third Responders™ will conduct daily patrols during winter weather conditions. Violations will result in:

First offense: Written warning and mandatory snowman removal
Second offense: $50 fine and security compliance training
Third offense: $

📞 CONTACT INFORMATION

MANDATORY PROTOCOL: All contact with the Security Team must be conducted in person at the Security Booth during approved hours.

Location: Main Security Booth (entrance to EMWV community)
Approved Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Requirements: Government-issued photo ID required for all security booth visits
No Exceptions: Phone calls, emails, and other remote contact methods are not permitted

⚠️ IMPORTANT: All permit applications, compliance questions, and security inquiries must be submitted in person at the Security Booth. The Third Responders™ are not available for remote communication.