This is the website for the Oak Creek Homeowners Association, located in Lewis Center, Ohio
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
We are pleased to announce that the Ohio Congress has passed and Gov. Mike DeWine has signed Ohio SB61 into law. This allows for homeowner associations to permit solar panels outside of the deed restriction language. The Solar Panel Guidelines & Application Form are posted below. There will be certain restrictions and your project will need prior approval.
Regards,
Your Board of Trustees
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY
In order to ensure that property owners have the freedom to employ alternative energy solutions, if desired, solar collectors may be placed on the roof of a dwelling, located in such a way as not to obstruct windows of adjacent homes.
Before installing solar panels, please contact the HOA for approval. The engineering plan must be approved and conform to the established guidelines for the Oak Creek Homeowners Association, Inc. Primary considerations are the impact of solar panels and your home and the neighborhood.
Procedure for Obtaining Approval:
The resident requests an application from the HOA or gives the contractor permission to do so. There is a $25.00 application fee. Whether the resident or contractor completes the application, the information must be complete, accurate and conform to the established HOA guidelines in order to be approved. The completed application along with a copy of the plans, the proposal, and images of what the project will look like, and the application fee must be submitted for tentative approval. Final approval will only be given after permitted by Delaware county. After building permit(s) are secured, proof thereof must be submitted for review by the HOA. Upon approval, the resident will be notified in writing (letter or email) that installation may begin.
Solar Panel Guidelines:
1. Homeowners should first consider all existing structures and landscaping before selecting a site for any proposed solar system.
2. All plans must be preapproved by the HOA prior to installation.
3. Preferred location of flush-mounted, 4' x 6' solar panels is rear-facing, roof mounted array. Flush-mounted panels (i.e., the plan of the array is parallel to the roof) on a roof facing a street may be allowed if documentation is provided from the solar contractor indicating this is the only feasible location for a solar array. (This exception affects most corner houses since there is exposure to more than 1 street.) If panels are on a side or rear roof, the array may be tilted or raised if a variance is granted. Ground mounted solar panels are prohibited.
4. All components of the solar system should be integrated into the design of the home. The color of the solar system components should generally conform to the color of the roof shingles to the extent practical. Solar “shingles” that mimic the look of a composite shingle are NOT acceptable.
5. The installation of all solar heating and cooling systems shall only be done by a licensed installer. Applications submitted to the HOA should include:
a. A diagram “drawn to scale” by the licensed contractor installing the system showing where the system will be installed;
b. Aerial Photos of the roof area where the array will be mounted;
c. Material to be used and/or manufacturer’s description of the system, photos and/or pictures of the system and color of the system.
d. Where possible, provide photos of similar existing systems as examples.
6. Piping and electrical connections will be located directly under and/or within the perimeter of the panels and placed as inconspicuously as possible when viewed from all angles. No visible/exposed conduit or connections; i.e., conduit wrap, metallic or non-metallic, must match color of house.
7. The highest point of a solar panel array will be lower than the ridge of the roof where it is attached.
8. All painted surfaces will be kept in good repair.
9. Changes to adjacent property should not impede an existing or soon-to-be-installed solar system.
A variance to certain sections of these guidelines may be granted if compliance with these guidelines would significantly increase the purchase price of the solar system or significantly decrease its performance or efficiency. If a homeowner seeks such a variance, they must provide a minimum of two bids depicting the cost of installation of the solar system.
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2022 Spring Homeowners Meeting
Thursday, March 31 at the North Orange Park Community Room from 7pm. North Orange Park, 7560 Gooding Blvd (North Orange Swimming Pool)
Your 2021 HOA Dues Reminder has been mailed. If you didn't receive your dues letter in January, please contact our treasurer, Randy Green immediately. PAYMENT OPTIONS: Please mail a check as outlined in the letter, or pay by credit card using our Pay Dues Online button above (service fee applies) - Paypal link has been updated reflecting 2021 dues. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you!
Road Improvements in Delaware County and surrounding areas affect our community. For a current construction schedule for our area, click here: Road Improvement Schedule
Rumpke Holiday Schedule for this year (our zip code is 43035): CLICK HERE
Trash Removal Issues: If at anytime during the year Rumpke misses your street or home, please call them immediately at 1-800-828-8171 or contact township hall during normal business hours. Our normal trash day for Oak Creek is on Friday, and may be delayed one day on holidays.
2023 ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP DUES
Your membership dues post card has been mailed and you should have received it. You will be able to pay by check or credit card. This is for the Oak Creek Association, located in Lewis Center, OH. 2023 DUES: Payment of dues for 2023 are $165.00. CURRENTLY ANYONE WHO HASN'T PAID THEIR DUES FOR 2022 ARE NOW PAST DUE AND SHOULD CONTACT Randy Green, Treasurer, IMMEDIATELY! If paying by check (click here for mailing address) or for your convenience pay via credit/debit card through Paypal (membership to Paypal is not required) for a total of $171.50 including our processing fee. WHY DO YOU HAVE TO PAY YEARLY HOA DUES? By owning a home or residing in Oak Creek, you have agreed to pay yearly association dues. Non-payment of dues may result in having your property liened, plus accrue penalties and interest. If you cannot pay your dues in one lump sum or at this time, or you haven't paid previous year(s) dues, please contact our treasurer Randy Green immediately to make payment arrangements. Thank you!
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