What Are Common Elements?

Homeowners Associations have common elements. What are they? Garden Patio Villas‘ common elements are villa and community areas that belong to all owners. Our common elements include and are not limited to:

• Roofs
• Sidings
• Windows
• Doors
• Garage Doors
• Porch Additions
• Utility lines
• Party Walls
• Privacy Walls
• Driveways
• Painting

What Do Common Elements Mean For Owners?

Garden Patio Villas Association maintains the same standard throughout the community so that the appearance looks nice and is in unity. What does that mean for each villa owner?

1. Specific colors are required to comply with Garden Patio Villas standards.
2. Board approval is required prior to making changes or additions to common elements. Owner(s) must first get an approval form signed by the Association.
3. Many common elements require proper building permits from the City of Margate. After getting approval from our Association, you can file paperwork to get the building permit with the city. Improper procedures may impose fines or a lien on your property.
4. No garage conversions allowed for adding another room to your villa.

Common elements in Homeowners Associations can vary depending on your governing documents. In addition, the types of buildings and structures may make common elements a bit confusing! At Garden Patio Villas we ask you to fill out our Common Elements approval form to make sure you are following our guidelines and rules in our governing documents.

The safest way to make sure you follow the rules in regards to common elements is to ask your association. At Garden Patio Villas, we ask you to email, text or call us and we can help guide you in the right direction!

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