FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. What is a Property Owners Association?
A. Property Owners Associations are established by developers to manage and maintain the community's common areas and amenities and administer and enforce the development's covenants and restrictions or bill of assurance. POAs assist in maintaining communities' standards and overall appearance, which in turn helps maintain property values.
Q. Do I pay dues to two Property Own Associations each year?
A. Yes, Carnahan Village have yearly POA dues.
Q. What are my dues used for?
A. Carnahan Village POA dues are used primarily for the maintenance of landscaping along the major streets within the development, streetlight maintenance, utilities.
Q. How much are the POA Dues?
A. The dues amount is established by the POA Board at the beginning of the year according to the By-Laws.
Q. Are dues paid monthly, quarterly, or annually?
A. Dues are paid annually. The Carnahan Village POA bills are sent out at the end of January and due on February 15th of each year.
Q. Is there a penalty if dues are late?
A. Yes, the Carnahan Village POA will assess a lien fee and administrative fee if dues are not paid by the due date.
Q. Can I get a copy of the Carnahan Village POA documents?
A. Yes. The documents are available at carnahanvillagepoa.com.
Q. Are there pet restrictions?
A. Pets are governed by the City of Maumelle ordinances. However, the POA expects pet owners to keep their dogs on a leash, remedy excessive barking and properly dispose of pet waste.
Q. Are alterations to the exterior of my home or landscaping allowed?
A. Yes, but you are required to submit an application to, and receive approval from, the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) prior to any changes being made.
Q. Is signage permitted within the Property Owners Association common area?
A. No signage of any kind is permitted within the common areas of Carnahan Village. Property owners may post signs (for sale, political, or otherwise acceptable signage) on a temporary basis within their property.