PINELOCH PERSPECTIVE
February 2006
Important Votes Set For Tuesday, March 7th
Two very important meetings are scheduled for March 7th. The first is the rescheduled 2005 Annual Members Meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to hold elections for positions on the Board of Directors. Registration will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Ward Elementary. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m.This will be our third attempt to convene this meeting. A quorum of 10% of the membership present in person or proxy is required to conduct business. Elections could not be held during our two previous attempts (September and November) due to lack of quorum. We were, however, able to review important financial information, discuss perimeter fence repair needs and financing options, and hear community feedback and concerns.
Any members interested in running for a position on the Board of Directors may contact David Glover (Click here to email David Glover) or Kathy Dooley (281-480-2563 or Click here to email Kathy Dooley) for additional information. For those unable to attend, notary services are available free of charge at the offices of Gregg and Gregg (16055 Space Center Blvd, Suite 150, 281-480-1211) or Community Management Solutions (2615 Bay Area Blvd -- in the center behind Tommy's Steak and Seafood Restaurant). Please call to verify notary will be available before stopping by. Notary services are also typically available at local banks and insurance agencies.
The second meeting is a Special Members Meeting which will be held immediately following the Annual Meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to vote on the proposed special assessment of $800 per lot (or lot equivalents for commercial properties). If passed, the special assessment will be due June 1st, with optional payment plans available that provide for 4 separate payments over the next 2 years. The money from the special assessment will be used to remove and replace the perimeter concrete fence that surrounds Bay Glen, Bay Glen Manor and Bay Knoll.
A quorum of 10% is required for this meeting as well. According to the Bylaws, if a quorum is not achieved for a Special Meeting, the meeting may be adjourned and reconvened at a later date with a 50% reduction in the number required to reach quorum. The special assessment must be approved by at least 2/3 of the votes cast in person or by proxy at the meeting.
Please take the time to attend these two very important meetings. Also, please try to come early. Registration will be a little more complicated with two separate meetings, and if everyone shows up at 5 minutes before 7:00, we'll have a log jam at the registration tables.
My favorite web site has to be the CCISD Rumor Watch page. I don't know of any other groups, other than celebrities and politicians, that have more active rumor mills than schools and homeowners associations. Whoever put it together has done an excellent job of communicating the need to sort through the gossip and find factual information. With a tip of the hat to the CCISD Public Information Department, I'd like to quote the following from the Rumor Watch web Page:
"Rumors are no laughing matter. They can be corrosive, they can make people anxious, instill fear and dread. They damage morale, waste time and can make us less productive."How true.
Recently the mailman brought the PCA announcement that the Association is asking for approval of an $800 one time special assessment. As soon as the letter hit the mailboxes, my phone started ringing. As near as I can tell, many phones started ringing, emails began flying, and neighbors who hadn't spoken in weeks suddenly have something to talk about. The rumor mill is definitely running full force. This article is an attempt to address some of the "rumors" I've heard this week. It won't cover everything, and we plan to have additional information on the Association's web site, but I hope you'll start with the information presented here and recognize that some of the "facts" currently making the rounds are truly "fiction".
FACT: The majority of the concrete perimeter fence is the Association's responsibility to maintain. Exceptions include small pieces of interior or commercial fencing (such as the 4' tall sections in front of Ward Elementary and next to Kindercare), but the vast majority belongs to PCA. This obligation was created by the developer and detailed in the Association's Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (DCCRs). The document actually lists the specific property location of each section of fencing for which the Association is responsible. The requirement can not be amended without a vote of approval by 90% of the Association's total membership.
FACT: Repairs costs for the fence have been significantly higher than anyone anticipated. "Anyone" includes the developer, volunteer Board members, management, and even the professional engineering firms hired periodically over the years to advise the Association on long term plans for repair and replacement of major Association components.
FACT: Over the last 10 years, almost every conceivable option to address the fence repair problems has been explored, including legal remedies. The fence was originally purchased by the developer. Construction and installation were approved and accepted by the developer. The fencing was subsequently gifted to the Association, by which time all warranty options had expired. The Association has no legal recourse against either the developer or the corporate entity (which has folded and been reconstituted at least once) which constructed and installed the fence.
Original repair problems were primarily due to shifting and inadequate foundations. Over the years additional problems developed attributed to the composition of the aggregate used in the mix and the proximity of rebar to the surface. Within the last two years the concrete itself has begun to disintegrate, crumbling away from the underlying support structure and causing complete structural failure of portions of the fence. Reverse engineering of fence material samples show that the overall design and construction of the product is extremely poor, and that such problems are not only likely to continue, they will progressively get worse.
The contractor involved holds a patent on the fence mold, which is a non-standard size. Materials from other concrete fence providers will not fit our frames. The contractor knows he has a stranglehold on the market, and his repair rates have ballooned. He takes no responsibility for any additional damages caused by his crews, and consistently overruns repair estimates. Attempts to purchase his materials for installation by other contractors result in additional 15-20% cost increases because he charges the same rate whether he installs the product or not. Repair rates have reached the point that it would be more cost effective to completely replace the fence rather than continue to repair it. Attempts by other contractors to straighten the fence without additional materials purchases have been unsuccessful because the bottom fence panels were frequently set in the same cement used for the foundation of the posts. Any movement of an individual post almost guarantees damage to adjacent panels.
FACT: The Association has been setting aside funds for future repairs and replacements of major amenities. This "reserve" fund has been a long standing component of the Association's annual operating budget. Most recent uses include replastering all three pools, replacing the siding and re-painting the pool buildings, resurfacing the pool deck at Oak Chase, and for repairing sidewalks, in addition to funds already expended for perimeter fence repair.
FACT: Annual assessment fees could have been increased at higher rates during previous years in order to cover a greater portion of the cost. Each year, the Board of Directors reviews the Association's operating costs and reserve schedules as part of the budget preparation process. Adjustments are made for those expenditures that did not follow forecast models. The market is reviewed for potential utility, fuel, and labor rate impact. A review of the assessment rates for neighboring communities is included in the planning process. Each annual budget involves balancing short term operating needs against potential long term needs while keeping annual assessments at reasonably stable levels. The political and economic climates are gauged to determine the community's ability to accept a rate increase. Hind sight is 20/20, and there will always be occasions where we can look back and wish that we had approached something differently. Our Board members (all volunteers) construct each annual budget and assessment rate based on the information and conditions available to them at the time.
FACT: There has been no mismanagement of funds. There have been differences of opinions, differing priorities, and accusations made in attempts to intimidate the Association and to force the Board to change a course of action, but all Association funds have been utilized in accordance with the requirements of the governing documents. Additionally, an annual audit of the Association's records is performed by an independent auditor who reviews the Association's minutes, contracts, and business practices in addition to the financial reports.
FACT: Other payment options were considered, including loans. Several local banks were approached concerning potential loans to homeowners associations. An Association loan is unique in the commercial market, in that the Association's common property can not be pledged to secure the loan. The loan security comes from a pledge of future income streams, which only one of the local banks was prepared to deal with. Additionally, the PCA governing documents require that a loan receive approval by 2/3 of the Association's membership. This would require about 1,600 signatures and was not considered viable.
FACT: Other replacement options have been explored. Replacement with wooden fencing would be cheaper in the short term only, is less substantial, requires more frequent repair and replacement, and would be a downgrade based on anticipated wear and noise baffler capabilities. Fencing made of recycled materials falls into the same category. Pre-cast concrete panel fencing by other manufacturers was considered and pricing explored. While other manufacturers' material and installation specifications were better, some of the long term problems with single vendor availability for replacement materials, cleaning and potential shifting remained. A single-wythe brick wall provides all of the benefits of long term aesthetics, substance, and noise baffler qualities, and adds the benefits of greater flexibility with shifting soil conditions and ease of long-term maintenance. Once installed, any brick mason can repair the wall if needed. Pricing for the single-wythe brick wall is slightly higher than for concrete panels.
FACT: Multiple contractors were considered and proposals reviewed before a choice was made. We talked to fence contractors from Houston, Austin, San Antonio, and out of state. We also talked to other developers and builders to get their feedback on experiences with different types of walls and for references on the different contractors. Pricing was a major component of the decision making process, but we also reviewed quality of materials and service, contingency planning, problem solving capabilities, willingness to communicate and address concerns, past product performance, and long term corporate stability.
FACT: None of this was done in secret. The options being considered were discussed with those in attendance at the June 2005 Town Hall meeting, and at the September and November annual meeting attempts. Information was also posted on the web site subsequent to each meeting. Feedback received from the majority present at all of those meetings supported the brick wall and special assessment options.
FACT: Recommending a special assessment was a very difficult decision. All of the people involved in the process are members of the Association and if passed, will have to pay the fee as well. None of us are rich. Half of the group lives in Bay Glen, half in Bay Knoll. None have concrete fencing in their own back yard. Everyone realizes that an $800 special assessment is a significant number. Many, many extra hours were spent researching options, analyzing repair schedules, and creating cash flow models. Operating expenses were cut back in order to maximize the money that could be allocated to the reserve fund in preparation for fence repairs.
OPINION: We need this special assessment. The perimeter fence is deteriorating at an alarming rate. Not only does it look bad, it has become a safety hazard in multiple locations. The Association is legally responsible for the maintenance of this fence, and repairs need to be made. Replacement with the single wythe brick wall is the most cost effective option and provides the most long term benefits to the community. The $800 special assessment will be a hardship for many of us, but is the least costly financial option in the long run. I am one of the people who will be choosing the extended payment option. I don't have a concrete fence in my yard. I don't like having to pay a special assessment, but I recognize the necessity for repairs, and the added benefits to my property values through upkeep of such a visible community component. I respect the right of others to have differing opinions, however, I hope those opinions will be based on an informed decision making process. If I may borrow once more from the CCISD web site:
"We ask that everyone conduct himself or herself with respect when communicating with others. (Submissions) need to remain respectful and professional."Please ask questions about this proposal. Please analyze the situation and information presented and develop an informed opinion. Please come to the meeting, and bring your neighbors. Please remember that the people presenting this proposal are volunteers, and your neighbors, and are doing their very best to fulfill their responsibilities to the community.
Please vote.
Congratulations to Daryl Brown of our community. Daryl has been chosen to represent Texas Tech University as a congressional intern in Washington D.C. for the Spring 2006 semester. The Presidential Congressional Internship Scholarship is awarded to only 10 outstanding Tech students each semester. Daryl is a senior majoring in International Business. He will be interning with Congressman John Carter. Proud parents are Jeannie and Dennis Brown of Quiet Springs. Way to go Daryl!
CLEAR BROOK: Attention Senior Parents! Project Graduation needs your help. If you are interested in ushering at the Toyota Center, please call Alma Block as soon as possible. Proceeds benefit Project Graduation. Project Grad meeting dates are March 6, April 3, and May 1. The Project Graduation Spring Craft Show is set for April 1st. Contact Meldoye at (Click here to email Melodye) for more information. Senior raffle ticket money is due by March 1. Volunteers are also needed on March 24 for the Mary Queen Catholic Church Lenten Fish Fry. Contact Alma Block for details. The Faculty versus Seniors Softball game is being planned for the end of April. Have your ordered your Senior Memory Books yet? For additional info see the senior office.Come watch Brook's faculty play basketball on live donkeys! The fun starts Friday, March 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 and will be on sale during lunches the week prior to the game. Seats are limited! Clear Brook's 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands will be February 18th from 2:00 -- 5:00 in the auditorium. Tickets are $5.00. Food and souvenirs will be on sale. Student IDs are required.
CLEAR LAKE INTERMEDIATE: CLIS PTA is looking for volunteers to fill the following Board positions: Hospitality Chair, Fundraising Chair, and Student Activities Committee. For additional info, please contact Sherry Kelmig via email at (Click here to email Sherry Kelmig). Election of Officers will be held at the PTA meeting at 7:00 p.m. on March 20th. The writing portion of the TAKS test will be held on February 21st. Please encourage your 7th graders to go to bed early the night before, eat a good breakfast, and give it their best shot!
WARD ELEMENTARY: The school carnival is set for March 4th from 10:00 -- 2:00. We'll have lots of games and goodies. Don't forget to start saving for those awesome Gift Baskets! Each class has a basket theme, and you can either donate items or cash for your class basket. Contact your room mother or Cindy Hoefer at (Click here to email Cindy Hoefer) for details. Heritage Night is back on April 20th following the PTA meeting. We will have a family dinner and celebrate the many cultures of our Ward families. Ward Stars are invited to sing the National Anthem at the Houston Aeros hockey game April 1st. Tickets are available through PTA in February for $10 each.
by the Clear Lake City Civic League Green Space Preservation CommitteeDon't miss the Greenbucks for Greenspace event planned for March 4th, 6:00 p.m. to midnight, at the Hilton Hotel on NASA Road One. Funds raised from this event will ensure the Green Space Committee is able to initiate appropriate actions to protect neighborhood residents interests regarding the Clear Lake golf course if required. While the Clear Lake City Water Authority is taking steps to acquire the golf course property, there are still risks that something might upset that process. Any funds left over after the CLCWA acquires the property will likely be used for some sort of recreational improvements to the property. Tickets are $50 each for an evening of food and entertainment. Volunteers are needed to work one hour shifts selling extra chips, raffle tickets, checking in guests, etc. Donations are being accepted for the Wagon Load of Spirits raffle and the Silent Auction. Contact Jim Dean or Kathern Homer. To reserve tickets, mail your check payable to the CLC Civic League to Kathern Homer, 2011 Ramada, Houston, 77062.
QUESTION: The fence is only 15-20 years old and it still looks pretty good. Why are we replacing it?ANSWER: The original fence posts are too short -- only 24" deep -- and many parts of the fence are not stable. Some sections are leaning. Many corner posts are tipped out and the panels are no longer securely attached. We've been having these problems for over 10 years and they are getting worse. A new problem has appeared this year -- moisture has gradually attacked the steel in many of the posts. The metal is beginning to rust and the concrete around it is beginning to fail. We're suddenly starting to see a lot of this. We COULD continue trying to patch the fence. However, the items above led us to conclude that the rate of failures is only going to go up. Because we only have one place we can go for repair materials, the price per foot for repairs has gone up extremely fast. It is now cheaper to install a new brick fence than it is to repair the old concrete fence.
QUESTION: How much fence do we have to replace?
ANSWER: Altogether we have a little over 25,000 feet of fence -- almost five miles.
QUESTION: What will it cost to replace the fence with brick?
ANSWER: We're budgeting $2.5 million for replacement of the fence and refurbishment of the signs at the entries.
QUESTION: Where will the money come from?
ANSWER: About a third of the funding will come from the reserve fund, which is intended to help fund major repairs such as this. We have deferred fence repairs that were planned for 2004 and 2005, which has helped us to build a reserve of about $500,000, and we expect to use about $300,000 from annual fees in 2006, 2007 and 2008 which is budgeted to go into the reserve fund. We propose to raise the balance with a special assessment of $800 per lot, which will generate about $1.7 million.
QUESTION: Why not replace the fence with something cheaper?
ANSWER: We have considered several alternatives. The criteria used for selections included life cycle cost, effectiveness as a security and noise barrier, and impact on property values. The brick fence was one of the more expensive options up front, but the cost per year spread over it's life was the lowest. It matched or exceeded the other options for security and noise prevention, and it's more attractive appearance was believed to increase property values throughout the subdivision. Some studies have suggested an increase of as much as 4% -- upwards of $6,000 for the average house here. A wooden fence would be less costly up front -- closer to a million dollars. However, a wood fence would have a far shorter life and therefore one of the highest costs per year over it's life. It is only a moderate security barrier and an ineffective noise barrier, and would likely cause a decrease in home values throughout Pineloch.
QUESTION: Why are the board members pushing so hard to get this done?
ANSWER: Board members have been wrestling with the fence problem for a number of years. The fence decay has accelerated. Costs of repairs have grown steadily and now exceed cost of replacement. We've reached the point where we need to decide to either continue pouring hundreds of thousands of dollars of your money into repairs every year or change to a different fence. We have held three community meetings in the last year where we discussed our investigation, developed plans and discussed the option of a special assessment. Feedback from community members in each of these meetings was never unanimous, but a significant majority encouraged us to move forward. We've followed that guidance and believe that we now have enough information to act.
QUESTION: Why should I pay for the fence -- it's not in my yard, and I already have to maintain my own fence?
ANSWER: Unlike the wooden fences in your yard, the concrete perimeter fence belongs to the Association and not to the homeowner whose properly it is next to. This is defined in the legal documents for the Association: The Declarations of Covenants specifies that the Association has a duty to maintain the perimeter fences or walls.
QUESTION: What will this do to housing values in the community?
ANSWER: There are no guarantees in this business, but our intent is to help refresh and improve the look of our community, and we believe that this will result in increased property values. Some studies have suggested that a brick fence can increase property values as much as 4%. For most homeowners, that is seven or eight times more then the cost of the special assessment.
QUESTION: Why can't we take out a loan to get this done?
ANSWER: A loan would be a great way to spread the cost out over several years, but our legal experts tell us that the only way to get a loan would require the approval of 2/3 of the property owners -- about 1,600 people. Furthermore, few banks deal with this sort of loan and those we've talked to were not optimistic that they could make this sort of loan. The board finally concluded that this was not a viable option.
QUESTION: What's happened to all the dues we already pay? Why don't we have enough money already set aside to do this?
ANSWER: The majority of our annual fees go into daily operations including landscape maintenance, pools, utilities, mosquito spraying, legal costs and various repairs. About a quarter of the fees we allocated to a "capital reserve fund" which is intended to fund major repairs. This is budgeted for an extended period -- usually 15-20 years. We have publicly reviewed these expense budgets in each of the last several years. We've been deferring non-essential major repair expenses for a couple years in hopes of building the Reserve Account enough to start the fence replacement project. However, it would take years to grow it enough to fund the complete replacement, and the increasing cost of repairs might make it impossible to ever achieve that goal.
QUESTION: If approved, when will it start?
ANSWER: Materials would be ordered in March. Engineering and soil sampling would begin immediately, and construction would probably begin some time in July.
QUESTION: How long will it take to complete?
ANSWER: The contractor estimates that they can complete roughly 1000 linear feet a month, depending on the weather. We're probably looking at a construction time frame of 18 months to 2 years from beginning to completion.
QUESTION: How will I know when they will be working in my yard?
ANSWER: The Association will provide the contractor with the names and addresses of the property owners affected by each section of repair as we move along. The contractor will send letters to those owners letting them know what to expect, and will provide contact information for any problems or questions. We will also provide information via the web site and newsletters.
QUESTION: I have a pool (kids, dogs) in my back yard. How will my yard be secured during construction?
ANSWER: Temporary fencing, probably chain link, will be installed across the opening.
QUESTION: Which sections will be built first?
ANSWER: The worst sections are on Pineloch between Space Center and El Camino Reef, so we will probably start there, then move to the northwest side of El Camino Real. We will probably address the most hazardous areas first, then begin a more orderly progression through the neighborhood.
QUESTION: What if repairs are needed in an area before you get to it for replacement?
ANSWER: As we dismantle the current fence, some of the materials will be used to replace broken panels in other sections.
QUESTION: I have landscaping/trees along the back fence. Will they be protected?
ANSWER: Anything within 3-5 feet of the fence line is at risk. Anything against the fence must be removed. Of particular concern are those homeowners with trees that are already interfering with the existing fence, or which will grow into the fence line. Beds or mulch piles built up against the fence must be pulled back. It will be the properly owner's responsibility to remove any items in the construction zone.
QUESTION: What about damages to utility services?
ANSWER: Locating services will be contacted to have major utility lines marked. The contractor is already working with the Clear Lake City Water Authority to determine the depth and location of sewer lines along the fence. We will have to rely on individual property owners to tell us the location of any back yard irrigation systems or house supply lines that might be impacted by construction.
QUESTION: How do you know you won't have the same problems with shifting and cracking?
ANSWER: Prior to construction, an engineer will perform soil studies and design a fence foundation to accommodate existing soil conditions. The posts go down into the soil the same depth as the height of the fence above ground. The fence will be engineered and certified for wind load. The bricks fit into an H frame post and are layered with ladder wire for support. As a result, the wall "floats", moving with the soil, and will not be subject to cracking like our precast fence or other brick walls.
QUESTION: What will the wall look like?
ANSWER: Bricks will run horizontally between columns spaced 12 feet apart. The top row of bricks will be vertical and will serve as a design accent. The final color has not been chosen, however, the Board and Architectural Review Committee have narrowed down the color selection. Based on committee feedback, the top preference is Claymex Heritage -- an earthy red that looks like natural stone. It has a good variety of color within each brick and looks rich. The second choice is Claymex Adobe, a light creamy tan. There is a nice variation between bricks. It has a glazed surface and doesn't absorb water. Brick samples will be available at the March 7th meeting. Colors may also be seen on the vendors website at
Pictures of similar walls may be found on the contractors web site at
The brand of brick was chosen based on durability, long term availability and reduced risk of efflorescence. We have since learned that the brick is also environmentally friendly, using recycled soda ash in the manufacturing process.
New To Pineloch: Miss Ginny's Bakery
The newest addition to our commercial neighbors is sure to set mouths watering. Miss Ginny's Bakery, located at the corner of Space Center and Pineloch, opened in December. Serving breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday from 7:00 to 2:00, Miss Ginny's offers a variety of cookies, muffins and pastries fresh baked and made to order without preservatives. A short lunch menu is also available, offering chicken, tuna, egg salad and PB&J sandwiches and the soup of the day. Special order old fashioned cakes like Grandma made are also on the menu.Miss Ginny started baking in an effort to comfort a church friend struggling with cancer. She suddenly realized that each time she delivered her plates of baked goods, people were following her down the hall to see what she had brought. Originally an accountant, she took a commercial baking course at San Jacinto College and began converting her home recipes for commercial use. She spent three years searching for the right location, and stumbled on Pineloch just as she was leaving for a trip to Greece. She signed a lease when she returned in October, and was open by December 7th. She found Karen, her "perfect helper" for the front counter, through a friend.
Five minutes with Miss Ginny leaves you with no doubts concerning the source of her success. In her own words, "I couldn't cure cancer, but I could do something. I stepped off in faith. I played to my strengths and found my passion."
The playground equipment at the Dogwood Brook park will soon be replaced. The slide on the old piece was cracked, and the structure is so old and out of code that none of the playground equipment companies were willing to work on it. We had intended to repaint and repair the structure, but it will now be replaced. New climbing equipment has been ordered. Due to the changes in product safety guidelines, it will not have as many features as the original structure. The new piece was chosen in an effort to encourage less passive playground activity.
LOT MAINTENANCE: Whether we like it or not, it's time to start regular mowing again. The warm winter we've had has produced a bumper crop of weeds. Even if your grass isn't growing, weeds and clover are prolific. Pay special attention to areas next to your house, fence and air conditioner. Weeds are frequently visible there, when they may not be prevalent in the rest of the yard.FENCING: According to the deed restrictions, wooden fencing may not exceed 6' in height. The only exceptions permissible are where there are short grade changes. The fence may exceed 6' in small areas where the grade change would result in a significant dip in the fence line. This does not mean extended stretches of fencing may exceed 6'. The Association has been patient with a number of owners in order to give them time to have too tall fencing modified, but the time for patience is coming to an end. Legal action will be taken against those owners who refuse to bring their fencing into compliance.
TRASH CANS: The deed restrictions also prohibit the storage of trash in public view. This means that trash cans and bags should be stored out of sight unless it is pickup day. Please move your trash cans behind a fence or into the garage so that they will not be visible from the street. An average of 300-400 notices go out each inspection cycle, and a significant number of those are for storage violations.
BARKING DOGS: A number of complaints have been received lately about barking dogs. Please be sensitive to your animal's barking habits and realize that extended barking in the late evening and early morning hours can wreak havoc for your neighbor's peace of mind.
MILDEW/PAINT: Mildew seems to flourish in Gulf Coast weather. For some homes, mildew removal is becoming an annual chore. This can be alleviated by using a high quality exterior paint that contains a mildew inhibiter. If your home doesn't need painting yet, please take the time to remove the accumulated mildew and grime. Not only will your home be more attractive, removal of mildew prolongs the life of the paint job. Local hardware stores can recommend cleaning products such as Jomax for do-it-yourselfers. For those homes that have paint that is streaky, faded or splotchy...it's time to re-paint! Don't forget -- architectural approval is required.
Pros and Cons -- Single Wythe Brick Walls
(Excerpt from Westminster, Colorado study)PROS:
- Brick walls are best for sound dampening
- Virtually maintenance free
- Estimated 50 year life span
- Brick colors do not fade
- Masonry does not water stain
- Graffiti is much easier to remove
- Amortized cost per year lowest of any fence
- Brick walls add 4-8% to the value of homes
CONS:
- Higher cost for initial installation
- May be difficult many years later to match color
Comments and questions about the Pineloch Community Association may be emailed to the Management Company at CMSI.Comments and questions about the PCA web site may be emailed to the site curator at
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