Ashford Three Owners Association

Questions & Answers

Jun 10, 2003

Q: I noticed my neighbor has put up an above-ground pool without a fence, I?’m concerned a child may drown, isn?’t this illegal?
A: It is a state statute (515.29) that all in-ground or above-ground pools must be fenced to preclude drowning. If an above-ground pool, is 4-feet or higher and has a removable ladder, so long as the ladder is removed after each use, they do not require a fence. However, the association?’s ARC standards require that all pools be behind an approved fence.
Q: I noticed a homeowner erecting a 4-foot white aluminum fence on a lakeside lot, is this type of fence allowed?
Yes, they sought approval from the ARC which will approve commercially installed 4-foot high white aluminum open-slat fences for lakeside lots. This way an owner does not loose the lovely lake-side view they probably purchased their lot for in the first place.
Q: My neighbor has dogs that bark at all hours, especially late at night, can?’t you do something?
A: First, we suggest talking with your neighbor. If that doesn?’t work, then you can call the city?’s one-call center at 630-2489. They will help you file a complaint with animal control. You can also request an affidavit form be sent to you in the mail. This form can be signed, notarized and mailed back to animal control. On the form you will indicate the date and time as well as the specific circumstances surrounding your complaint. Once the form is received by animal control, they will respond and issue a citation to the dog?’s owner since an affidavit means a city inspector does not have to physically witness the violation. It also means that you will testify if the case goes to court.
After these steps are followed you can send a copy to the association which will send the owner a violation letter for creating a nuisance. Everyone deserves peace and quiet and does not need this type of annoyance, especially late at night.