The Windermere Leaflet February 2022

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COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS Michèl Krahn | Tennis | windermeretenniscmt@gmail.com Rebecca Paterson | ARC | Rebeccapaterson2@hotmail.com Maria Carney | Social | mariadcarney@gmail.com Betty Aubrey | Pool | betty.aubrey@gmail.com George Aubrey | Finance | gfaubrey@gmail.com

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OFFICE INFORMATION Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm Address: 4444 Front Nine Drive, Cumming GA 30041 Stacy Maguire | Activities Office 678-455-7708 ext. 2 | windermereactivities@comcast.net Seth Daugherty | Association Manager 678-455-7708 ext. 3 | windermeremanager@comcast.net After-Hours Emergency | 678-624-9453 ext. 2 TENNIS OFFICE Bobby Schindler | Tennis Director 770-598-8378 | schindlerb@comcast.net OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS STREET LIGHT OUTAGE Sawnee EMC | www.sawnee.com/report-streetlight uy t, B , Ma is r

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LOST PET/ANIMAL DISTURBANCES Please contact Forsyth County Animal Control at 770-781-2138 to report your lost pet or if you see animals roaming free and not on a leash, especially if you deem that animal to be aggressive in any way. www.windermerecommunity.net www.facebook.com/windermerehoa

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WINDERMERE WELCOMES NEW ASSOCIATION MANAGER, SETH DAUGHERTY With the start of a New Year, we welcomed a new face in Windermere! Association Manager, Seth Daugherty, has joined the Windermere team.

Seth replaced Josh Laskowski as the current manager and will be responsible for all aspects of the community.

Seth has 16 years of industry experience and brings with him a wealth of knowledge. He is well versed within the Community Association industry and is excited to begin the year at Windermere. Seth may be contacted directly at Seth.

Daugherty@fsresidential.com.

We would like to thank Josh for his 2+ years of service to Windermere and wish him well with his new venture!

A MESSAGE FROM THE POOL COMMITTEE The Windermere Pool Committee is seeking four interested Homeowners to serve on the Committee for 2022, who would like to provide ideas and input regarding our pool facility, procedures and policies.

The Committee meets monthly from February through November, interacts with our Property Management Staff and Pool Management, and makes recommendations to our Board of Directors. It is a great way to engage with your neighbors and help direct one of our most important and enjoyable community assets.

For more information, please contact Betty Aubrey, Pool Committee Chairperson at Betty.aubrey@gmail.com.

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PET NEWS

CAT PERSONALITY AWARDS Cats certainly do not lack personality! They can be outgoing, snuggly, shy, independent, energetic, relaxed and everything in between. However, certain breeds tend to exhibit certain traits more strongly than others.

can be content on your lap or observing life from a sunny porch across from the room. They can be discerning as to who they give affection to, but you’ll be on their good side once you’ve earn their trust.

Below are some cat personality awards from some of my recent research and knowledge.

Also independent - Norwegian Forest, Russian Blue, American Shorthair

FRIENDLIEST: Main Coon - This larger cat has a big heart to match and is often very social. He will be happy and content to curl up in your lap or follow you around the house. They make excellent family pets because that means more people to love on!

CLEANEST CAT BREED: Sphynx - Hairless breed, very affectionate and certainly won’t need a lint brush!

Also outgoing: Ragdoll, Siamese and Burmese MOST LAID BACK: Ragdoll - This gentle, calm, soft and silky feline is friendly without being demanding. They are normally very cool sharing a house with other pets and kids. They don’t stress much about routine changes or even being carried around a lot. Their motto seems to be “it’s all good”.

Others with these traits : Scottish Fold, British Shorthair and Birman MOST PLAYFUL: Domestic Shorthair - They make up 90% of cats in the U.S. with more than 80 colors and patterns and are a melting pot of different breeds. They were originally working cats used to hunt mice and other critters on farms. They still love to stalk, hunt and pounce on toys and play games with their owners, so expect to spend lots of energetic playtime together.

Other neat freaks - Siamese, Russian Blue The Best Cat for FIRST TIME CAT OWNERS : Toss up between • Main Coons who are super friendly, charming and adapt well to various living conditions • Siamese who are clean, love to talk and are loyal • American Shorthair who are smart, playful and independent Remember, most cats especially those found in shelters are a mix of breeds which just means they often combine the best of all personality traits! There are so many in search of warm and loving homes. I am confident you will find your little soulmate!

Other playful breeds - Siamese, Main Coon, Manx MOST INDEPENDENT: Persian - Popular breed which has been around since the 1600’s. Pretty satisfied doing their own thing. Gentle, docile and quiet, they don’t insist on a lot of attention. They

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COMMUNITY NEWS Windermere Trash and Recycle Service is provided by Red Oak Sanitation. Services are included in your yearly dues.

Our current service day is MONDAY. The HOA will send notices out on behalf of Red Oak as we receive them. We also encourage you to opt into text and email updates directly from Red Oak. Please text your name, email address, and home address to 678-455-7819.

If you need to schedule a bulk pick up you can call or text the number above.

A Brand New Season of Family Fun Awaits From the sprawling fairways of the golf course to socially distanced dining both indoors and out, our warm community of Members offers you total peace of mind so you can improve your golf game and stay safe while having fun this summer.

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DUELING PIANOS ADULT NIGHT

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 25 We are excited to bring back this great event! We are hosting The Andrews Brothers Dueling Piano Show!

Due to last year’s popularity, we are offering 2 seatings!

Tickets include a dessert bar at the event. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, February 1st. Tickets will be sold online only. Please check your email blasts for the sign up link!

Kovaly, both of whom performed at the Jellyroll’s Dueling Piano Club in Atlanta, Georgia.

Since then, they have entertained at several corporate events for Microsoft, Hooters, The Hard Rock Cafe, Phillips, Sony, IBM, The National EMS Convention, and shared a stage with acts such as The Blues Brothers and Cirque Du Soleil. They have also played countless weddings, parties, and social gatherings all across the country...

The Andrews Brothers Dueling Piano Show was formed in 2002 by Damian Andrew Cartier and Mark Andrew

Be sure to visit their facebook page https://www. facebook.com/theandrewsbrothers

1st seating: 6:30-8:30pm Tickets are only $15 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 2nd seating: 9:00-11:00pm Tickets are $20 CLICK HERE TO REGISTER *** Be sure to purchase from the correct seating you are interested in. No refunds will be issued for any reason!

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New Spring

CORNHOLE LEAGUE! Join Peach State Cornhole this spring for eight weeks of social cornhole as you meet neighbors and have fun! Register HERE between January 23 - March 13, 2022. The league begins March 24 and we will be held every Thursday on the Windermere Field. All levels welcome - teams and free agents! #AnyoneCanPlay

long as they can hit the board!

Registration Details: Individuals can register as a team or free agent. Registration is between $45-60 per person based on timing (early/regular/late rates).

Spring registration begins on January 23 and will close on March 13.

Registration opens Sunday, Jan 23 Early Bird: 1/23 thru 2/3 ($50/player) Regular Rates: 2/4 thru 3/3 ($55/player) Late Period: 3/4 thru 3/13 ($60/player) Registration ends Sunday, Mar 13

Age Restrictions: Under 21 is welcome to play, as

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Reschedule: Every team is permitted one rescheduled match per season Other Perks: Registration includes a league shirt for each registered team member, and top teams will be invited to the PSC State tournament

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SWIM TEAM NEWS

THE WINDERMERE WAVES ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO THE 2022 SEASON! Come join us in the swim team fun this summer registration for the 2022 season will open by March 1, 2022! The Waves swim team is a recreational team open to all children 5 years or older who can swim 25 yards unassisted. We focus on building stroke technique, team camaraderie and enjoyment for the sport. Swimmers will learn how to do all 4 strokes - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly (freestyle and backstroke only for 6 & under age group). Swimmers will also enjoy fun activities such as treat days, “Fun Friday’s”, themed meets and swimmer of the week awards.

Waves practices typically begin in early May and continue through the end of June. Swim meets are usually held every Thursday in June (5:30pm start time) at local Forsyth neighborhoods with 2-3 meets taking place at home in Windermere. We also have a Ripples program for our younger swimmers (usually 4-6 years old) who may not yet be ready for swim

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team with whom our coaches work closely learning water safety, floating, kicking and basic stroke work.

Ripples is a 4-5 week program that begins in June after school is out.

There will be a parent informational meeting in March - date and time TBD. The registration process will be reviewed along with all major topics for the season. We encourage all parents to attend. More info will be provided in subsequent newsletters and neighborhood e-blasts.

Please see our (NEW!) website to stay current on all swim team information, news and events: https:// windermerewaves.swimtopia.com/

We look forward to a fun and exciting 2022 season! GO WAVES! Contact Deirdre Macbeth, Team Representative, for any questions: deirdremacbeth@gmail.com

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Ladies Bridge: Meets every Thursday at the Lodge and would love to welcome new members! Contact Beryl Deal at 678-807-7276!

Couples Bridge: Meets every 3rd Saturday at the Lodge. Contact Marcia Tidwell at 770-330-5386!

Ladies Wine Club is starting again!

We meet at the Clubhouse on the 1st Thursday of each month!

For more info and to sign up please contact Maria Carney at mariadcarney@gmail.com

We offer online ordering, curbside pickup and delivery powered by DoorDash and UberEATS. REVISED HOURS OF OPERATION: M - Th 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM F - Sa 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM | Su 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM We're all in this together and we appreciate your support of Alessio's!

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TENNIS NEWS

Ankle Biters Tennis

Ankle Biters Tennis (ABT) is now available in Windermere. ABT specializes in introducing tennis to children 10 and Under. We offer Wednesday classes for 6 and Under, 8 and Under and 10 and Under. Ankle Biters is focused on keeping tennis fun while staying on schedule with online classes, thus avoiding inclement weather and cancellations. These classes are designed for beginners and kids who have never played tennis.

FREE t-shirts and rackets based on availability and size of child.

Ankle Biter’s Tennis Wednesday Schedule this Winter:

6 & Under - 3:45-4:15 pm ($65/month) 8 & Under - 4:15-5:00 pm ($85/month) 10 & under - 5-6:00 pm ($105/month) To learn more visit TennisForChildren.com/Windermere You can also reach Coach Shaun directly via email at shaun@anklebiters.info or at 678-221-4191

PICKLE BALL PLAY IS IN FULL SWING

February Drill Schedule

We’re thrilled to see so many of our residents out enjoying our new pickle ball courts. Especially all the young folks who have taken up the sport and our flocking to the courts on a regular basis. Please keep in mind that even though we do have six courts, there are many times when all six courts are full. If you are concerned about securing a court, please reserve your court ahead of time on the Kourts.com app to ensure a court will be available.

Monday 9:30am-11:00 Lady’s Open Drills Friday 9:30am-11:00 Adult OPEN Drills Friday 11:00am-12:15 Reps, Reps and more Reps Please sign-up for all drills ahead of time on www.Kourts.com as space is limited for all drills to allow for proper social distancing.

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If you have any questions about pickleball or how to get involved, please reach out to Bobby at schindlerb@comcast. net or 770-598-8378 or Robin at windermeretenniscmt@ gmail.com.

And don’t forget, if you are interested in a private, semiprivate, or group pickle ball lessons, you can contact Coach Chris Wolfe at wolfecr@aol.com.

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TENNIS NEWS Windermere 12 and Under Program Classes are Tuesday and Thursday from 5:15-6:30 PM.

Male Tennis Player .AI .EPS .AFDESIGN

Cost to attend one time per week, per four week session is $68 and twice per week is $136.

Windermere Junior Academy Classes are Tuesday and Thursday 5-6:30 PM. Cost to attend one time per week, per four week session is $80 and twice per week is $160.

Payments and commitment are requested at the beginning of each month. This will allow us to staff each class properly and assure all students are grouped with their appropriate level.

NEED TO RESERVE A COURT? All reservations should be made on your phone at Kourts.com. This app allows you to make court reservations, as well as reserving your spot and paying online for Bobby’s drill sessions. Please ensure that your contact information on the association website (www. windermerecommunity.net) is updated to include email addresses and cell phone numbers, as this is required information to register for the Kourts app.

We encourage you to download the app and sign up.

Here is a short video to help you get started: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6LvdWNGOUw If you have any questions about the app or how to use it, please contact Bobby at schindlerb@comcast.net or 770-598-8378

SQUEEGEES AND BATT TOWELS ARE HERE FOR YOUR RAINY-DAY RELIEF As the winter weather is upon us, please remember there are multiple tools at our courts to help dry your courts. They each serve a specific purpose, so in order to extend the life of these tools, please use them accordingly. Upon arriving at your wet court, please use a roller or pull squeegee to spread out the large amounts of collected water. The BATT towels are to be used once the water has been dispersed to help dry the court in a more efficient manner. Please watch this quick video on the proper way to use the BATT towel here: https://battowel.com/video Please remember to hang the squeegees and BATT towels back up on the inside of the fence when you have finished using them.

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EASTER EGG HUNT Saturday. March 26th GARAGE SALE DATES: Saturday, April 16th, 2022 & Saturday, October 8th, 2022

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HEALTH TIPS! WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE? An individual’s blood pressure is defined by two measurements: • Systolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries produced when the heart contracts (at the time of a heart beat) • Diastolic pressure refers the pressure in the arteries during relaxation of the heart between heart beats Blood pressure is reported as the systolic pressure over diastolic pressure (eg, 120/70 or “120 over 70”).

Untreated high blood pressure increases the strain on the heart and arteries, eventually causing organ damage. High blood pressure increases the risk of heart failure, heart attack (myocardial infarction), stroke, and kidney failure.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE DEFINITION The following definitions were proposed in 2017 by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/ AHA).

• Normal blood pressure — Less than 120 over less than 80.

• Elevated blood pressure — 120 to 129 over less than 80.

People with elevated blood pressure are at increased risk of developing hypertension and cardiovascular complications; however, medications used to treat hypertension are not known to be beneficial in people with elevated blood pressure.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE DIAGNOSIS Many people are anxious when seeing a doctor. As a result, you are not diagnosed with hypertension unless your blood pressure is persistently high at two office visits at least one week apart. The only exceptions to this are if the blood pressure is very high or if you have damage from high blood pressure, such as heart, eye, or kidney injury. Before a decision is made to begin treatment, you may be asked to measure your blood pressure at home or work.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE TREATMENT Untreated hypertension can lead to a variety of complications, including heart disease and stroke. The risk of these complications increases as your blood pressure rises above 110/75, which is still in the healthy range. Treating high blood pressure can reduce your risk of heart attack, stroke, and death.

Lifestyle changes — Treatment of hypertension usually begins with lifestyle changes. Making these lifestyle changes involves little or no risk. Recommended changes often include: • Reduce the amount of salt in your diet • Lose weight if you are overweight or obese • Avoid drinking too much alcohol

• Stage 1: 130 to 139 over 80 to 89

• Stop smoking

• Stage 2: At least 140 over at least 90

• Exercise at least 30 minutes per day most days of the week

Most adults with hypertension have primary hypertension (formerly called “essential” hypertension), which means that the cause of the high blood pressure is not known. A small group of adults has secondary hypertension, which means that there is an underlying and potentially correctable cause, usually a kidney or hormonal disorder.

PREVALENCE OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE How common is hypertension? Nearly 50% of Americans suffer from it!

Hypertension is more common as people grow older. In the United States, for example, hypertension is present in 76 percent of adults aged 65 to 74 years and 82 percent of adults aged 75 years or older Unfortunately, many people’s blood pressure is not well controlled. According to a national survey, hypertension was in good control in only 47 percent of adults.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SYMPTOMS Hypertension is underdiagnosed and undertreated because many people do not have any symptoms associated with it.

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Medicine — A medicine to lower blood pressure may be recommended if your blood pressure is consistently high, usually at or above 140/90. Treatment with medicine is recommended at a lower blood pressure for some older people and for those with atherosclerosis (fatty deposits lining the arteries, as in coronary heart disease, stroke, or peripheral artery disease), diabetes, or chronic kidney disease. There are many different classes of blood pressure medicine and the choice of therapy should be tailored to the patient and his or her other issues.

WHAT SHOULD I DO? • Have your blood pressure checked at least once or twice per year.

• If elevated, DO NOT IGNORE IT. • If prescribed medication, TAKE IT; it will impact your longterm health in a significant way.

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THE WINTER OLYMPICS ARE COMING! WITNESS GREATNESS AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES The 2022 winter games are around the corner. Here’s what you need to know to keep up with Team USA. WHEN ARE THE 2022 WINTER OLYMPICS? The Beijing Winter Olympics begin on Friday, February 4 with the opening ceremony at 6:30 a.m. ET and run through Sunday, February 20.

WHAT IS THE TIME DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BEIJING AND THE U.S. EAST COAST? Beijing is 13 hours ahead of U.S. Eastern time. Events taking place in the evening in China will air live in the early mornings in the United States. Or you can tune into your local NBC station for primetime coverage every night. Olympics and the Superbowl?

For the first time, the Super Bowl (also airing on NBC) will take place in the middle of the Winter Olympics. Olympic programming will be paused Sunday, February 13, to air the NFL’s championship game. Instead of airing a new episode of a TV show following the big game, NBC will immediately flip back to Winter games coverage.

Or you can stream both events live on Peacock.

WILL NHL PLAYERS COMPETE IN THE 2022 OLYMPICS? Although the Ice Hockey Federation allowed a break in the 2021-22 regular season for athlete participation in Beijing Games, National Hockey League (NHL) participation in the 2022 Olympics is no longer feasible. Due to the recent Covid related events, more than 90 games have been postponed. To counter the disruption to the NHL’s regular season schedule, Olympic rosters will now be filled by a combination of amateur players and professionals playing in leagues outside of the NHL. WHO TO LOOK OUT FOR ON TEAM USA Team USA is expected to feature many top medal contenders, including three-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White (snowboarding), 2018 Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim (snowboarding), two-time Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin (alpine skiing), three-time world champion Nathan Chen (figure skating), and 2018 Olympian Erin Jackson (speed skating). The reigning Olympic champion U.S. women’s ice hockey team are gold medal contenders and other U.S. team sports, such as curling, are expected to challenge for medals as well.

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We listed 5 of your neighbors' homes so far this year. On average, they went under contract in 3 days for 106% of asking price.

Inventory is low, now is the right time to sell. With Sherry & Co.’s innovative marketing and three unique Compass programs, we can get you sold faster, for more money, and into the house of your dreams.

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Let’s talk about what our team can do for you.

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Compass is a licensed real estate broker and abides by Equal Housing Opportunity laws. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only. Information is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footages are approximate. This is not intended to solicit property already listed. Nothing herein shall be construed as legal, accounting or other professional advice outside the realm of real estate brokerage.

Please read all posted signs before entering the gym. Although we have increased gym cleaning by our professional cleaning company to 3 times per week, as a courtesy to other residents of your community, please remember to always clean equipment before/after usage, and employ social distancing. Lastly, please limit your work out to no more than 2 hours when others are wanting to use the facility.

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At Northside Hospital Cardiovascular Institute, you’re at the heart of everything we do.

Our team of Georgia’s leading cardiologists are with you from the very start. Offering full service cardiovascular care, the expertise you need and the exceptional care you deserve.

Trust your heart to NCVI.

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SERVICES • General Cardiology • Interventional - Structural Heart • Pre-Surgery Evaluation/ Cardiac Clearance

• Cardio-Obstetrics • Cardio-Oncology • Congestive Heart Failure • Electrophysiology

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LOCATIONS Cumming 2000 Howard Farm Dr. Suite 450 Cumming, GA 30041

Dahlonega 70 Mountain Dr. Suite B Dahlonega, GA 30533

Dawsonville 81 Northside Dawson Dr. Suite 305 Dawsonville, GA 30534

NorthsideCVI.com • Patients call (404) 962-6000

COMMUNITY NEWS MAILBOXES Please make sure that mailboxes are not faded and that mailboxes numbers are easily visible.

FREQUENT VIOLATION REMINDERS We understand that no one wants to receive those pesky violation letters! The most frequent violations that can be easily avoided are: GARAGE & YARD SALES Individual or neighborhood garage sales, moving sales, rummage sales, yard sales or similar activities within Windermere are prohibited.

Community-wide events have traditionally been scheduled twice per year.

TRASH CANS They must be stored out of view from the street. They cannot be stored on the side of the house or by the garage.

Rule Update: Trash and recycling containers should be placed at the curb for no more than 48 hours. Generally, this is 24 hours prior to pickup and 24 hours after pickup.

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CLICK HERE TO REPORT A VIOLATION LAWNS Please make sure your yards and beds are properly treated for weeds and that pine straw or mulch is kept looking tidy and fresh. This includes the sides and back of your homes as well...Your yard is one of the first things that is noticed about your home.

Thinking About Selling Your Home?

Do you need a closing letter?

What should the For Sale sign look like? How much are the fees?

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS. Amenity Cards: the amenity access cards should be given to the buyer at closing from seller. If not, the buyer or seller may purchase them from the association for $25 per card (maximum of 2 cards).

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ARC REQUESTS

Does your home need some work?

Are you thinking about renovating? ...Not sure if your project needs approval?

Most projects that are performed to a home or lot require prior approval from the Association.

Contact us at Windermereactivities@comcast.net • As a reminder, the ARC Request process is outlined below.

FOR A COMPLETE COPY OF THE ARC GUIDELINES PLEASE CLICK HERE. Section 1.01 Modifications Requiring Approval Every structure or thing which is placed, erected, or installed upon any Unit and all improvements or other work (including staking, clearing, excavation, grading, and other site work, exterior alterations of existing improvements, or planting or removal of landscaping) which takes place within Windermere, must be in compliance with the Declaration and the Architectural Guidelines. New construction or any change or modification that is visible from the outside of a residence is subject to these guidelines and the authority and approval of the ARC. Section 1.02 Submittals (a) Process A three-step process as follows: (i)Complete online Application for Modification form (ii) Gather required supporting documentation (iii) Submit Application and supporting documentation to the Property Manager – PLEASE NOTE THE DATE RECEIVED BY THE PROPERTY MANAGER MAY DIFFER FROM THE DATE PRINTED ON THE ONLINE APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION FORM

(b) Fee for the process There are no fees for the standard review process for ARC Applications. However, per the Financial Policies and Procedures Applications to the Architectural Review Committee for changes, alterations, additions, or deletions to property by delinquent homeowners will not be considered until all obligations for that individual property are resolved.

Certain projects such as but not limited to, an addition to a residence, new construction and pool/courtyard

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additions may require review from a licensed architect.

These types of projects shall be subject to additional review fees as determined by the Board or their designee. The property owner will receive notification of additional fees once an application has been submitted and all fees must be paid prior to starting the review process. Fees are payable via check or money order.

If you wish to expedite the standard review process for your ARC Application which would not require review by a licensed architect rush fees will be charged as follows: Approval in 2-4 Days once a complete form is submitted - $100 fee payable at the time of submission.

Approval in 5-7 Days once a completed from is submitted - $50 fee payable at the time of submission.

At the discretion of the Association Manager, certain projects may not be permitted to be rushed.

Applications may be submitted at any time, with an average processing time of 14 business days. Please plan ahead for all projects, including holiday and birthday gifts. Failure to receive prior approval for any and all projects is subject to sanctions for violation including unapproved modification fines starting at $200. Please contact us at windermereactivities@ comcast.net if you do not receive a decision letter.

Ensure all required documentation including but not limited to: (paint samples, roof shingles, plat/survey site, materials lists, renderings, etc.) are included with your application. Failure to provide the required documentation may result in the application not being accepted or delays in the processing time.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS AN APPLICATION FOR MODIFICATION

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The Lodge at Windermere

LODGE HOURS: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm | Closed Saturday and Sunday Gym Closed every Wednesday from 9am-11am for Deep Cleaning

2022 LODGE RENTALS Book your party today at the Lodge!

Completed agreements and full payment is required at time of booking. No dates can be penciled in.

CLICK HERE TO CHECK AVAILABILITY

SS ACCE ARE S CARD IRED REQU TRY N FOR E DGE TO LO

PLEASE REMEMBER THAT YOUR ACCESS CARD IS REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO LODGE. We will be onsite Monday-Friday to assist you.

Should you have any questions or concerns please let us know.

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The primary purpose of the Amenities within Windermere are to promote fellowship among property owners. The use of the facility is generally intended to be limited to owners, their families and their personal guests. The Lodge is generally available for rental for private events by Windermere owners Weekdays (Monday-Thursday) and Weekends (Friday-Sunday). For complete details regarding rental time slots and fees please see the Rental Contract on our website www.windermerecommunity.net Reservations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. The reservation occurs upon the receipt of all fees and a signed contract agreement. Verbal holds will not be accepted under any circumstances.

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