Tahoe
WINTER SEASON SUGGESTIONS
A few reminders for keeping your home and family protected now that the cold weather has arrived!
• When you are not at your home, keep your thermostat on 55 degrees. Broken pipes are quite common this time of year.
• Sprinklers and any landscape irrigation should be shut off for the season once the nightly temperature consistently dips below 30 degrees.
• Carefully check all windows and doors before leaving your home, even if you’re just running errands. High winds can cause a window to blow open.
• Be sure your crawl space is sealed off and secure. Bears are looking for a cozy spot under your house to hibernate. Pine Sol is the best deterrent.
• Please keep your friends, family, and pets off the ice in the lagoons. It may seem thick enough to walk on, but with fluctuating temperatures it is not.
• If you are leaving a boat in the water all winter, please winterize and adequately secure your boat to the dock. Sinking and/or drifting boats are not uncommon this time of year. Also, only white shrinkwrap is allowed if the boats are to remain docked.
Thank you and have a safe winter season.
Linda Callahan
Architectural Control Dept. Manager, Ext. 239
PUBLISHING DISCLOSURE NOTICE
The Keys Breeze is the official monthly publication of the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA), which is located at 356 Ala Wai Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. Each membership parcel receives one subscription to Keys Breeze mailed to a domestic address. Cost to produce and distribute this publication is offset by advertising revenues and budgeted funds. The inclusion of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association or its Board of Directors of the projects, services or views contained therein. FOR ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES please contact Kathy Hess-Slocum at Just Imagine Marketing and Design at (775) 846-5656, kathy@justimaginemktg.com.
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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Mon–Fri 10:00 am to 2: 00 pm, Sat & Sun
TAHOE KEYS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Hallie Kirkingburg General Manager, ext. 224
Heather Blumenthal Operations Manager, Ext. 228
John Cefalu Facilities Director, Ext. 226
Security (530) 545-0847
Water Company (530) 318-4268
Kristine Lebo
Water Quality Manager, Ext. 241
Front Desk Attendant Ext. 221
Water Quality Ext. 275
2024–2025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dave Peterson, PRESIDENT
Peter Grant, VICE PRESIDENT
Bryan Welsh, TREASURER
Sabine Litten, SECRETARY
Joby Cefalu, DIRECTOR
Bonnie Halleran, DIRECTOR
Mark Acri, DIRECTOR
ACC Meetings are held on Tuesdays
January 14
April 8
July 1, 15, 29
October 7
February 11
May 6, 20
August 12, 26
November 4
March 11
June 3, 17
September 9, 23
December 2
All meetings are held at the Pavilion and begin at 9:00 am unless otherwise posted. ACC application submittals are due by Wednesday prior to the meeting date. For more information, please contact Linda Callahan, ACD Manager, at (530) 542-6444, ext. 239, or lcallahan@tahoekeyspoa.org.
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Avoid Back Injuries This Winter
Our winter wonderland provides an abundance of opportunities for enjoying outdoor recreation, but also presents opportunities for injury. Take steps to keep safe on the slopes, clearing snow around your home, walking on ice, or anything else.
Prepare your body:
Get in shape and condition muscles. Warm up and stretch before each activity. Begin with a slow and easy session.
Get in gear:
Ensure winter sports equipment (like snowboards or skis) is tuned and the bindings are checked by a technician, to make sure they perform for you when put to the test.
Walk the walk:
When walking on icy surfaces, keep your center of gravity over your front foot and your hands out of your pockets. Take smaller steps and
avoid locking your knees. Consider nonslip footwear to be more surefooted when walking in winter conditions.
Watch your back:
When shoveling or snow blowing, engage your core to maneuver the tools, and power any lifting from your legs—not just your back.
Quit while you’re ahead:
Many injuries occur at the end of the day, when we are tired but push ourselves to attempt one last run. If you’re fatigued or in pain, take a break or stop.
Cool down:
Make time to stretch after winter activities, and apply heat or ice to a sore back and connecting muscle groups.
No matter where this winter takes you, take the steps to protect your back so that you can continue being active and enjoy the season. If back pain gets in the way this winter, talk with an orthopedic expert.
Dr. Zachary Child is a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon with Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine physician group, practicing at Barton Health’s offices in South Lake Tahoe and Carson City. To learn more about expert orthopedic spine care treatments available through Barton Health, call 530.543.5554 or visit BartonHealth.org.
TKPOA DECEMBER 2024 CALENDAR +
JANUARY
Note: All meetings will be held at the TKPOA Pavilion, 356 Ala Wai
attendance is also available via online Zoom conference call. Links and
ACC RULE OF THE MONTH –Holiday Lights
By: Linda Callahan, Community Design and Review Department Manager
Holiday Lights cannot remain on the residence yearround. Lights should be removed after the holiday, weather permitting.
According to the Architectural Control Rules Brochure (ACRB), Section 15, Misc. Provisions for Exterior Grounds, Storage and Structures, Item 15.14 reads as follows:
Holiday and Traditional Displays vary widely. Displays and holiday decorations may be erected temporarily without a permit. Holiday decorations may be displayed no more than 30 days before or 14 days after a holiday (weather permitting). Decorations for personal events (birthdays, weddings, homecomings, etc.) may be displayed no more than 3 days before and 3 days after the event. All other displays require ACC approval and must be in harmony with the requisite occasion (as appropriate) and surrounding structures and neighborhood. Lights may not shine so brightly as to be an unreasonable disturbance to neighbors or drivers and no sound devices are permitted for any decoration. All lighted displays must be turned off by 11pm. No display may obstruct the views from any other property.
2024
BOARD ACTIONS SUMMARY
By Heather Blumenthal, Operations Manager
NOVEMBER 13TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE
SESSION
BOARD ACTIONS
• Reviewed 0 Personnel Matters
• Reviewed 7 Legal Matters
• Approved initiation of foreclosure of liens for delinquent assessments for APNs 022-194-003-000, 022-181-011-000, 022-051-067-000, 022-231-022-000, 022-421-066-000, and 022-121-008-000
• Reviewed 4 Member Disputes and Disciplinary Matters
• Reviewed 1 Contract Matters
NOVEMBER 13TH – BOARD OF DIRECTORS OPEN
SESSION
BOARD ACTIONS
• Approved payment of the $22,171 2023 state tax and the $18,560 2024 estimated tax owed subject to Accounting and Management review.
• Approved the resolution to record liens for accounts 0049, 0302, 0306, 0359, 0463, 0814, 0828-, 0848, 0860, 0996, 1151, 1199, 1242, 1366, 1425, and 0626.
• Approved the 2025 Keys Breeze Publishing Contract with Just Imagine Marketing.
• Approved the Lifestyle and Activities Committee Charter
• Appointed Desiree Ottoni to the Lifestyle and Activities Committee
• Authorized G-Pro Construction to complete the Cove 5 Balcony Replacement Project for the red-tagged balconies for $195,284.38 plus a 10% contingency bringing the total cost to $214,812 to be funded from Cove 5 Reserve GL 19974 “Balcony Reserve.”
• Ratified the purchase of the 3-year pollution policy with a $2M limit, an aggregate limit of $5M, for a three-year term at a premium of $59,163.
• Approved the 2023 Annual Audit Report
• Approved the $28,876.00 Lars Anderson contract extension, the $98,000.00 Seirra Ecosystem Associates contract extension, and the $23,000.00 contingency to complete the year-3 CMT project report and the 3-year CMT final report. Funds are to be assessed to “Waterways Special Projects.”
• Approved the EMKO Environmental, Inc. $20,000 contract for hydrology, groundwater quality, and sediment technical analyses to allow completion of several existing conditions reports in support of the Water Quality Improvement Project.
• Approved the additional project scope for gate repairs and installation of an additional card reader at the indoor pool for $19,226.43, bringing the total approved project cost to $99,227 to be funded from Common Reserves.
• Approved the proposed changes to ACC Rules Section 9 and Section 13 for a 28-Day Membership Period.
ICE SAFETY
Now that winter has arrived and the Tahoe Keys lagoons and waterways are covered with ice and snow, it is important to think about ice safety. TKPOA Water Quality and Security Departments along with the South Lake Tahoe Fire and Rescue recommend you don’t venture out on our frozen lagoons and waterways, as they are considered unsafe. Please keep in mind:
Never allow children or pets to venture onto the ice In the event they fall through the ice, there is a high probability of injury or death. TKPOA rules pertaining to pets and City of South Lake Tahoe Animal Control Codes do not allow an unleased pet to run or play on the ice.
Recognize that ice will never be completely safe Conditions, and unseen or unknown factors, can render seemingly safe ice suddenly dangerous. Take all care and precautions to avoid mishaps and make sure you have a rescue plan in place, i.e.; throw able floatation device with an attached rope, for those who live on the water. Having a safety plan in place, should you see an ice incident, can save lives.
Understand that ice strength is not the same everywhere, not even on the same body of water It is difficult to judge the strength of ice based on appearance alone. Other factors including snow cover, currents, bubblers to prevent ice around boats, distribution of the load on the ice, schools of fish, and other factors affect the thickness and safety.
Find an alternative to playing on the lagoons Skaters can go to Heavenly Village Ice Rink (530- 5424230) or the South Tahoe Ice Arena (530-544-7465). There are many interesting trails in and near the Tahoe Keys for walking and snowshoeing. All people who venture out during winter should carry emergency supplies no matter how long they plan to be out or where they plan to go. Always make sure that someone knows where you are going and when you are expected to return.
Rental Properties
Please inform your renters that the ice within our community is unsafe. Renters and their families should refrain from walking on it for their own safety. Refrain from throwing rocks, trash and other items on the ice.
Laminar Flow Aeration (LFA) Project Area
In the spring to 2019, the Water Quality Department introduced a new project in the TKPOA waterways. This project consists of 10 diffuser and over 8,000 feet of high pressure hose which covers approximately six acres of waterways operates nonstop throughout the year. One of the project goals is to have a continuous circulation of the water column. This will reduce the water’s ability to freeze and if it does freeze the ice will be thin and ununiform which makes this area extremely dangerous. The LFA project is located in the waterways that are north of Venice Drive and between Christie Drive and Lucerne Way (refer to picture to the right).
The TKPOA WQ Staff has placed ice caution signs around the TKPOA Waterways to remind the members, renters and visitors about the threat that ice pose (refer to pictures below).
Picture 1: TKPOA Signage near waterways
Winter Preparation Tips from Liberty
Winter is here and with the beauty of new fallen snow comes higher energy usage, the increased potential for power outages, and seasonal safety considerations.
As the days get shorter and the temperatures drop, there is often an increase in energy usage as we spend more time indoors, use more light, spend more time on electronics, and heat our homes. But you can help reduce your winter energy usage by following these tips:
• Turn off lights and appliances when not in use.
• Heat tape uses a lot of electricity, so unplug it when it isn’t needed.
• Set the thermostat to 68° when at home and to 5568° when not at home.
• Open window coverings on the sunny side of your home to take advantage of free heat from the sun. Close the coverings on cloudy days or right after the sun sets.
• Set your water heater to 120°.
• Close foundation vents.
• Replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs.
• Caulk windows and weather-strip doors.
• Install a water heater blanket.
• Install hot water pipe insulation.
• Install electrical outlet and switch plate insulation.
• Clean your furnace system and check ducts for leaks.
• Replace furnace filters monthly.
• Replace normal thermostats with programmable or smart thermostats.
Liberty provides safe, reliable electric service. However, winter weather can lead to unplanned power outages. Liberty crews will work to restore power quickly and safely, but here are some tips to help reduce discomfort in the event of an outage.
• Stay warm – Plan to use a safe alternate heating source, such as a fireplace or wood-burning stove during an outage. Remember that fuel- and wood-burning sources of heat should be properly maintained, ventilated, and monitored. Do not leave a flame unattended.
• Stay fed and hydrated – Store at least a 48-hour supply of non-perishable food and water.
• Stay prepared – Plan for medical needs that may be impacted by a loss of power. Stock your emergency
kit with flashlights, batteries, warm clothing, blankets, and sleeping bags.
• Stay informed – Update your contact information online at LibertyUtilities.com or by calling (800) 7822506 to receive outage updates. You can also check the outage map page at LibertyUtilities.com
Electric Safety Tips
At Liberty, safety is our top priority. Here are some tips to help keep you safe around electrical infrastructure year-round:
• Stay at least 10 feet away from residential electric lines and equipment.
• Stay at least 30 feet away from downed powerlines.
• Stay alert. Keep ladders at least 10 feet away from power lines when carrying, moving, and raising them.
• Keep away from wires when working with tools, pipe, lumber, or siding, as they are all capable of conducting electricity.
• Be careful when working on a roof, as electrical wires could be above or below you.
• Check if the area is clear of wires before working near trees or shrubs.
• Do not attach or tie anything to power lines or electrical equipment.
• Keep drones, kites, model airplanes, fishing poles, boats on trailers, sailboat masts, hang gliders, and parachutes away from power lines.
Holiday Electrical Safety
During the holiday season, there are additional safety considerations, especially if you are decorating your home. Here are some tips to help you stay safe during the holidays:
• Unplug holiday lights before leaving or going to sleep.
• Confirm your electric decorations are free from damage or fraying before using.
• Verify if lights can be used outdoors prior to use by checking the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Use a surge protector power strip to help prevent overloading outlets.
• Use LED lights. They produce little to no heat and are therefore safer to use around pets and children.
Electrical Home Safety
With all the appliances, tools, cords, and plugs we use in everyday life, it's important to know how to use them safely.
• Keep appliances away from water or wet hands.
• Unplug an appliance before cleaning.
• Do not put metal objects in live parts of appliances or in outlets.
• If an appliance overheats, unplug it and have it checked.
• Use only electrical equipment that has been approved by a recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
• Keep power cords dry. The insulation won't withstand direct heat, repeated yanking, bending, or wetness.
• Only pull on the plug head, not the cord.
• Do not carry an appliance by its cord.
• Don't run a cord under a rug or furniture. It may become damaged or overheat.
• Turn off heating and cooking appliances before leaving home.
• If you use an extension cord, match the amperage or wattage limits marked on the cord and appliance to avoid a fire hazard.
• Check all cords for wear. Use double-insulated or properly grounded tools when outdoors or in wet areas.
• Install weatherproof covers on outdoor electrical outlets.
• When using portable saws, trimmers, or drills, keep the cord behind you where it is less likely to be cut.
• Use outlets with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) to help protect against serious shock.
A Friendly Winter Reminder
During the winter, please keep your electric meter clear of snow an ice as well as an accessible path to it. If our meter readers are unable to read your meter, it may result in an estimated bill. Liberty strives to estimate bills as accurately as possible based on historical usage, but an estimated bill may be higher or lower than actual usage. If the bill is underestimated an additional amount due will be required to make up the difference once an actual
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Notifications
ASSESSMENT COLLECTIONS UPDATE
Hello Tahoe Keys Residents!
This is a friendly reminder that the first quarter 2025 assessment is due January 1st, 2025! Please be sure to check your account statement and disclosure documents for the 2025 Budget and Quarterly Assessment amount. The information needed to set up assessment payments can be found below and is listed on your quarterly statement.
PAYMENT OPTIONS ARE:
1. ClickPay – FirstService Residential’s online payment service provider. You can access ClickPay by visiting https://login.clickpay.com/firstservice. Please note that ClickPay charges a service fee depending on form of payment.
2. Bill Pay – Your bank’s bill pay service. If using this service, please enter the following: name, address, and include your 8-digit Account Number on your bank’s website when using its bill pay service:
Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association
c/o FirstService Residential PO Box 30354, Tampa, FL 33630
Please note that your account number with FirstService is different from your previous TKPOA account number. Your FirstService account number is the same as the Customer ID number listed on your quarterly statements.
3. Paper Check – Mail a Check to the address above. Include your FirstService remit slip from your monthly
E-STATEMENTS
By default, the assessment statements are sent as a hard copy; if you would like to sign up to receive your future assessment statements electronically, please navigate to: https://estatements.welcomelink.com/ fscalifornia to sign up.
ASSESSMENT PAYMENT FAQS
Q: How are assessment charges applied to my account? A: Regular quarterly assessments are due based on the following schedule each year:
• First Quarter due January 1st, considered delinquent if received after January 30th.
• Second Quarter due April 1st, considered delinquent if received after April 30th.
• Third Quarter due July 1st, considered delinquent if received after July 30th.
• Fourth Quarter due October 1st, considered delinquent if received after October 30th.
Assessment charges, for regular or special assessments, are not applied to owner accounts until the respective due dates. Using the regular quarterly assessment as an example, the first quarter assessment will not be charged to an owner’s account until the January 1st due date.
Q: When do late fees and interest charges apply?
A: Late fees and interest charges begin accruing 30 days after the assessment due date. Collection charges begin accruing after 45 days. Please reference the regular quarterly assessment schedule.
Q: What happens if I pay my assessments early?
A: Early payment of assessments is not required, however, for those owners who choose to pay their assessments prior to the due date, a credit will temporarily show on your account until the assessment due date.
Q: How should I make my check out for my assessment payments?
A: Checks and online bank bill pay payments should be made out to the: Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association or TKPOA.
Note: To ensure your payment is applied correctly to your account, include your Tahoe Keys account number in the check memo section for check and online bill-pay payments submitted.
Q: There are multiple charges on my account. What are they all for?
A: Reference the Statement Outline below:
• Townhome Assessment – for townhome owners only, this is the Operating and Reserve portion
of the quarterly assessment specific to the Townhome Cove Subdivision.
• Quarterly Assessment – this is the Common Operating and Reserve portion of the total Common quarterly assessment.
• Water Quality Assessment - this is the Water Quality Operating and Reserve portion of the total Common quarterly assessment.
• Water Company Assessment – this is the Water Company Operating and Reserve portion of the total Common quarterly assessment.
• Channels and Lagoons – this is the Reserve portion of the total Common assessment for the Channels and Lagoons account. These are funds that go towards dredging and bulkhead projects for the East and West Channels.
Q: Who do I contact for questions on my account?
A: For account questions, members should contact the 24/7 Customer Care Center at (800) 428-5588. On-site staff is also available at info@tahoekeyspoa.org or (530) 542-6444.
Q: I am having issues with my ClickPay account, who do I contact for assistance?
A: For assistance with ClickPay, members should contact ClickPay customer support directly at (888) 354-0135.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
By Dave Peterson
You read my updates about a month after I write them due to the publishing and distribution schedule, so sometimes the news is a little dated. I don’t know how to fix that; it is what it is. As I write this, Thanksgiving is approaching and Heavenly just opened. The end of 2024 is nigh, and this time of year is chocked full of personal activities and responsibilities.
Here is a summary of what is happening at TKPOA.
November General Election. I am happy to report that local Measure N, the proposed vacancy tax, failed by about 70% voting against. TKPOA doesn’t often take a stand on ballot measures or candidacies, but in this case the board did take the unusual step of voting to oppose Measure N early on. The reason was that it would have negatively affected ALL members; either through the tax assessment, or through annual reporting and intrusive auditing, or both. Our members individually contributed over $45,000 to the “no” campaign. TKPOA did not contribute any money to the campaign; only our name and the dedicated representation by board member Joby Cefalu. A big thank you to Joby and all members who worked to defeat the beast!
Finances. TKPOA had to pay a bigger tax bill this month for year 2023 than in prior years. This is actually a good thing. When we brought FSR on board, one of their recommendations was that we invest our reserve funds
in higher yielding money market funds. Prior to that, we had our money in the banking equivalent of a mattress for some reason. In 2022, our investment income was $26,600, on which we paid $2,300 in Federal tax. (We don’t pay tax on any of our other income). But in 2023, our investment income was $235,500, so we had to pay $20,800 in tax. So, bummer on the tax, but hallelujah on the income, which gets allocated right back to reserves.
Lifestyle and Activities Committee. You should have received an email from the committee linking you to a survey of activities in which you would like to participate. If you did not receive it, please contact KeysLife@myyahoo.com. Lianne and I attended the first potluck dinner at Gui and Desiree Ottoni’s house on 11/15/24 along with about 16 other neighbors, and it was a wonderful time! The next event is a game night at the Pavillion, then a cookie exchange. And the committee is organizing more things. I’d encourage everyone to partake; it’s a great way to get to get out of the house, get to know neighbors, and make new friends.
Drinking Water. The test well near the tennis court on Ala Wai was successful, according to a preliminary memorandum from the engineer (PBI out of Folsom). We are waiting for the full report on our 5-year water system needs, but in the meantime, it looks like we can build a new 2,000 gpm well without need of treatment. This will be a key feature in restoring our system to full performance.
PBI’s 5-year plan and estimate of costs will trigger a board
discussion on how to pay for it. This will likely happen in the first quarter 2025.
Tahoe Keys Marina Settlement/Corporation Yard. No update.
Bulkheads. We received the engineer’s (RGA out of Reno) report for cove bulkheads at last. The report basically says that Cove 4 and 5 bulkheads, along with the common area segment behind the indoor pool need to be replaced very soon, and that other segments have a little more breathing room. Some coves may want to move up their projects to the near term to avoid cost escalation and to just get the project done. The Cove Oversight Committee is meeting with coves to determine a way forward for each.
We are still waiting on the updated report for St. Moritz and Bavarian Isle. Recall that we received a preliminary report many months ago, but conclusions were hamstrung by unknowns underground and under water. We authorized additional fieldwork to address the unknowns and are waiting for the results from RGA. Patiently…
Waterways. Reports on year 3 of the CMT will be coming out in March and April 2025. That triggers a science symposium, in which the Keys CMT findings will be discussed and assessed and commented on. The comments will then be addressed in a final report in late 2025. Concurrently, our team is beginning a process to address water quality (eg: clarity, nutrients, water
health), and to draft a long-term management plan for both weeds and water quality. The team is also preparing a plan to carry us in the interim (harvesting, UV, bottom barriers, fragment control, etc.). Early estimates are that we will need to come up with about $2M to get us through the interim period, which would be coupled with about $4M of government spending.
The board will be discussing how to fund the interim effort in early 2025, at about the same time as it discusses funding for the drinking water program. These are both critical infrastructure priorities that will have to be funded through increased dues (reserve allocations) or special assessments, or a combination. Neither effort is currently funded.
Winter is Here. Reminder: your sprinkler systems should be off and drained by now and boats out or winterized. Blue and black trash totes will be picked up through the winter, but not green totes. You should plan to maintain access to electric and gas meters and your main water shutoff valve. And please adopt a hydrant nearby; keep it accessible through the winter. I know these things are a pain, but emergency crews are far more successful at saving your house if they don’t have to spend 30-60 minutes digging before tackling the emergency.
Have a holidaywonderful season!
TEXT OF PROPOSED
CHANGES
(Deletions are shown in strikethrough type and additions in boldface underlined type)
At the November 13th, 2024 Board meeting, the TKPOA Board of Directors approved the following proposed changes to the Association Operating Rules to be posted for a 28 day membership review period. These changes will be considered for adoption at the December 11th, 2024 Board of Directors Meeting. If you would like to provide any feedback to the Board prior to approval, please email your comments to Operations Manager Heather Blumenthal at heather. blumenthal@fsresidential.com, or submit them in person at the TKPOA Pavilion Office.
PURPOSE OF CHANGE:
To clarify Architectural Control Rules to be in conformance with current practices for architectural approvals and align with recent changes in architectural design proposals. The purpose of the proposed rule change to set a maximum width for gates is to prevent storage and parking on unpaved surfaces in line with current enforcement procedures and the Association’s CC&Rs. The purpose of the proposed rule change to add dock standards for Lake Tallac is to set maximum length and dock sizes specific to the unique layout of properties along Lake Tallac and conformity with what is currently existing.
SECTION 9 – FENCES
9.04 Left intentionally blank Gates: Total width may not exceed 4 feet, whether it is a single or multi-gate.
SECTION 13
Dock Dimensions:
Lake Tallac: Docks may extend no more than 30 feet into the lake from the high-water line and may not exceed a maximum size of a standard finger dock, 120 square feet.
Due to the popularity of Electric Vehicles, the Tahoe Keys Property Owners Association (TKPOA) has created an Architectural Control Committee (ACC) application dedicated to EV chargers within the townhome subdivisions, Form 20.
Form 20 is designed to streamline the application process by providing the applicant with the necessary information required for submittal.
The townhome subdivisions (Coves) were not built to support special electrical circuits for charging electric vehicles. The standards listed in this document by the Architectural Control Committee were developed to provide Owners with the option to add EV Outlets to their townhomes under certain conditions. The standards are based on current EV industry standards for outlets used for Level 2 chargers. These standards are based on existing rules and options for the townhomes and do not reflect any change in policy.
Owners unable to meet the requirements, such as not having a close adjacent parking space, will need to consider other options, such as installing an underground electrical line to their parking space or creating a shared EV charging station for the Cove and will need to submit specific proposals to the Association.
COVE STANDARDS FOR ELECTRICAL OUTLETS TO SUPPORT CHARGING ELECTRIC VEHICLES (EV OUTLETS)
By: Linda Callahan, Community Design and Review Department Manager
General Requirements for Electrical Modifications to Townhome Subdivisions
• All electrical modifications must meet normal architectural standards, including permits, and the use of licensed electrical contractors. The status of licensed electrical contractors will be verified prior to approval to ensure that all licenses are up to date.
• All exterior electrical modifications must be reviewed and approved by the TKPOA Facilities Director to ensure that the modifications will not cause problems or interfere with building and landscaping infrastructure, or any maintenance activities, as stipulated in the Cove standards.
• All electrical connections must be made from the main electric sub-panel inside the townhome. The sub-panel must have adequate capacity.
• Owner and Successive Owners of townhome units with EV Outlet are responsible for the installation and proper maintenance of their improvements and are responsible for the cost of any damage or repair to the building, parking lot, landscaping, and/or common areas.
• Owner and Successive Owners are responsible for the costs for maintenance, repair, and replacement of the EV Outlet until it has been removed and for the restoration of common townhouse areas after removal.
• Owner and Successive Owners are responsible for any damage or injury arising from the use of an EV Outlet or the charging cable and must maintain appropriate liability insurance.
• Within 14 days of approval, the townhome Owner requesting an EV Outlet must provide a certificate of liability insurance that names the townhome association (TKPOA) as an additional insured under the owner’s insurance policy. That owner and each successive owner shall provide the association (TKPOA) with the certificate of insurance annually thereafter.
Cove Standards for Electrical Outlets to Support Charging Electric Vehicles (EV Outlets)
Specific
Requirements for
Townhome EV Outlets
• EV outlets may be installed on an exterior wall adjacent to the unit’s assigned parking space or in a garage (Coves 4 & 5).
• EV outlets *may not* be installed in a location where the EV charging cable would need to cross a walkway or driveway to reach the unit’s assigned parking space.
• No EV charging equipment may be mounted on an exterior wall. (E.g., charging cable.)
• The exterior locations of EV outlets should be uniform throughout the cove. Buildings with shingle-sided walls will require additional flashing and weatherproofing.
• A NEMA 15-50R commercial/industrial grade 125/250-volt outlet should be used with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) and installed in a NEMA-3R Rainproof Enclosure when mounted on an exterior wall.
• The outlet color may be standard gray or painted to match the wall.
• An Owner may be required to temporarily remove the EV outlet for building maintenance, such as repairing exterior wall panels.
• The Association is not responsible for damage to the EV outlet or charging cable due to building maintenance or snow removal activities.
• The cost of electricity associated with the EV Outlet is the responsibility of the Owner and Successive Owner.
• Any Owner selling or transferring a townhome unit must disclose the existence of any EV Outlet and related maintenance and responsibilities associated with EV charging outlet to prospective buyers.
If you are interested in installing an EV charger at your town home, please submit a Form 20 to the ACC for review. Application is also required of previously installed EV chargers that did not go through the application process.
Form 20 can be located on the TKPOA website, at the pavilion front desk and by email. Request a Form 20 by emailing linda.callahan@fsresidential.com.
Thank you and have a wonderful day.
2024 ACC APPLICATION SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE
Submittal Deadline (Wednesday prior to the meeting)
January 10
February 7
March 6
April 3
January 16
February 13
March 12
April 9
May 1 May 7
May 15 May 21
May 29 June 4
June 12
June 26
July 10
July 24
August 7
August 21
September 4
September 18
October 2
October 30
November 27
June 18
July 2
July 16
July 30
August 13
August 27
September 10
September 24
October 8
November 5
December 3
TOWNHOME CORNER
THE "KEYS" TO FINDING WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ON THE WEBSITE
Need to find your cove’s specific information?
A lot of information concerning townhome cove owners has been posted on the website. Here are the steps to access this information:
• Go to www.tkpoa.com
• Sign in (on the right side)
• Click on the tab “Docs”
• Select “Documents”
• Select “Townhome Oversight Committee” from the menu
• In this folder are the following (select and then look for your Cove’s folder):
» Cove Financial Reports
» Cove Newsletters
» Cove Town Hall Presentations
» Meeting Agendas
» Property Insurance
» Townhall Surveys
» Prior Cove Advisor Meeting Documents
Need to submit a Workorder or TOC Agenda Request?
Click on header "Townhomes”.
• Select “Work Order” to submit a work order, snow removal or call request.
• Select “Agenda request” to submit an item for the next TOC meeting.
Need the zoom link for an upcoming meeting?
Click on the header "News"
Select "Events.”
Scroll down to see the calendar, search for the date, and click on the event to find the zoom link.
Looking for a proposed rule or policy change?
Click on the header “Docs”
Select “Documents”
Select “Rules & Procedures”
Select “Rule Change Notifications”
WANT TO PAY DUES ONLINE?
Click on header “Pay Dues”.
A new window will open on the FSR Click Pay website. You will need to sign in with your Click Pay user ID and password to proceed.
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