Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the Covenants?A: "Covenants" refers to the document officially known as "Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Hunters Point." The Covenants, along with the Design Standards, Bylaws, and Policy Letters regulate the usage and aesthetics of the neighborhood. The Covenants, Design Standards, Bylaws, and Policy Letters are the governing legal documents that set up the guidelines for the operation of the Hunters Point Homeowners Association. The governing legal documents for the association may be viewed online in the Documents section of this website.
Q: What are the Bylaws?
A: The Bylaws for the Association are the written documents that define the methods and procedures for the Homeowners Association. The Bylaws provide for the election of the Board of Directors, the responsibilities of the Board and the Associations member homeowners. The Bylaws are available in the Documents section of this website.
Q: What is the Board of Directors?
A: The Board of Directors is a group of homeowner volunteers, elected by the homeowners, who have decision making authority and supervisory control over the management of the Homeowners Association. The Board of Directors has the responsibility of managing adherence to the Covenants and other governing documents.
Q: Are there any other rules?
A: In addition to the Covenants, the HPHOA is governed by the Design Standards, Bylaws, and Policy Letters. All the governing documents are available in the Documents section of this website.
Q: If I am having a problem with a neighbor for a violation of the governing documents, what can I do?
A: The first thing you should do is try to work out the issue directly with your neighbor. In some cases neighbors may not even be aware that they are in violation. If that fails, you may contact any of your HOA Board members.
Q: Are Board Meetings open to all residents?
A: All Hunters Point homeowners are welcome to attend the monthly Board meetings. Contact one of your Board members to learn of the scheduled time and place and to reserve a seat.
Q: When and where are Board meetings held?
A: Board meetings are normally held on the second Tuesday of each month. If you wish to include a topic for discussion, or if you simply wish to attend a meeting, contact one of your Board members to learn the time and place and reserve a seat.
Q: If I want to serve on the Board or a committee, how do I find out what committees are active and how I can get involved?
A: If you are interested in serving on the Board or a committee, contact one of your Board members. Board members are elected at the General Membership meeting in May.
Q: How is the amount of my assessment determined?
A: The Board of Directors develops an annual budget based on historical expenditures, expected future expenditures, and planned contributions to operating and capital reserves. The reserves are necessary to pay for major expenditures that cannot be expected to be paid from monthly operating capital. The assessments are calculated based on the planned budget for the upcoming year. The HPHOA is noted for maintaining a high quality of living in the neighborhood with one of the lowest annual assessments in the city. Note, HPHOA financials are not published on the website for security reasons. For more information about your annual assessment, contact the HPHOA Treasurer.
Q: What happens if I don't pay my assessment?
A: The Association relies on the timely payment of assessments to pay for current expenses. The governing documents provide for the HPHOA to charge late charges and interest and proceed with a lien on property or foreclosure proceeding for nonpayment of assessments.