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URGENT NOTICE: Wind Chime Noise Ordinance – Maximum 3 Chimes Per Property

🔔 URGENT NOTICE: Wind Chime Noise Ordinance – Maximum 3 Chimes Per Property 🔔

Issued by: EMWV HOA Audio Compliance Division
Date: October 12, 2025
Classification: MANDATORY COMPLIANCE

Recent complaints about excessive wind chime activity have prompted the HOA Board to implement strict new regulations. The community’s peace and quiet must be preserved at all costs.

🔢 WIND CHIME LIMITS

Maximum Allowed: 3 wind chimes per property
Size Restrictions: No chime larger than 6 inches in diameter
Material Requirements: Only bamboo, wood, or ceramic chimes allowed
Metal Chimes: STRICTLY PROHIBITED (too loud and disruptive)

⏰ OPERATING HOURS

Wind chimes may only be active during approved hours:

  • Weekdays: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Weekends: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Holidays: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Nighttime: COMPLETELY SILENT (8:00 PM – 8:00 AM)

📊 VIOLATION TRACKING

The HOA has implemented a sophisticated monitoring system:

  • Audio Sensors: Installed throughout the community
  • Decibel Monitoring: Real-time noise level tracking
  • Violation Alerts: Automatic citations for excessive chime activity
  • Neighbor Reporting: Anonymous tip line for chime violations

💰 FINE STRUCTURE

Violators will face escalating penalties:

  • 4th Chime: $100 fine + mandatory removal
  • Excessive Chimes: $250 per additional chime
  • After Hours: $75 per hour of violation
  • Metal Chimes: $500 fine + immediate confiscation
  • Repeat Offenders: Referral to HOA Compliance Court

🎓 MANDATORY CHIME EDUCATION

All residents must complete the “Wind Chime Harmony” certification:

  • Workshop: “Understanding Chime Etiquette”
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Cost: $50 per household
  • Certification: Required for all chime owners

“Remember: Your wind chimes should whisper, not shout. Community harmony depends on it.”

Chime Compliance
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#WindChimeHarmony #CommunityPeace #HOACompliance

MANDATORY POLICY UPDATE: Garden Hose Coiling Direction Requirements

🌿 MANDATORY POLICY UPDATE: Garden Hose Coiling Direction Requirements 🌿

Issued by: EMWV HOA Landscaping Compliance Division
Date: October 15, 2025
Effective: IMMEDIATE

After extensive research and community feedback, the HOA Board has determined that garden hose coiling direction is a critical safety and aesthetic concern. All residents must comply with the new mandatory coiling standards.

🔄 MANDATORY CLOCKWISE COILING

Direction: ALL garden hoses must be coiled CLOCKWISE
Reasoning: Counter-clockwise coiling has been linked to increased property values and reduced neighbor complaints
Enforcement: Random inspections by HOA Compliance Officers

📏 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

  • Coil Diameter: Maximum 18 inches, minimum 12 inches
  • Coil Height: Maximum 3 feet from ground level
  • Storage Location: Must be within 5 feet of house
  • Color Coordination: Hose color must complement house exterior
  • Nozzle Position: Must face away from street

⚠️ VIOLATION CONSEQUENCES

Residents found with improperly coiled hoses will face:

  • First Offense: Written warning and mandatory re-coiling demonstration
  • Second Offense: $150 fine and required attendance at “Proper Coiling Techniques” seminar
  • Third Offense: $300 fine and temporary hose confiscation
  • Chronic Violators: Referral to HOA Compliance Court

🎓 MANDATORY TRAINING

All residents must attend the “Clockwise Coiling Certification” workshop:

  • Date: October 25, 2025
  • Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Bob Henderson’s Garage
  • Cost: $25 per person (non-refundable)
  • Certification: Required for all household members

“Proper hose coiling is not just about aesthetics—it’s about community harmony and property values.”

Compliance
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#ClockwiseCoiling #CommunityHarmony #HOACompliance