Past assessment dues & the collection process
The Melrose HOA currently runs on a financial budget from ALL 398 properties within the Subdivision; As of 2025 Annual dues per property in Melrose & Inverness at Melrose are $200.00. Annual accounts receivable are $79,600.
In theory using the aforementioned annual budget ensures all invoices & capital projects are completed & satisfied accordingly and on time.
If you opt not to pay your ASESSMENT DUES or VIOLATION FINES, The Melrose Board of Directors will actively pursue financial remedy.
Not paying annual dues on time (per Resolution 2025-6) will result in an additional $50 fine per Resolution 2009-1. Not paying violation fines on time (per Resolution 2025-2) will result in financial escalation every 20-days. In addition, PMI Scioto Metro charges a $10 monthly fee (administration) in addition to any Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) they have to reimburse to the Association (per contract Section 3 - FEES, Sub-Section 3.4-Fining, Collections & NSF Fees).
Per Resolution 2025-6, any past assessment dues that exceed 90 days are subject to a "Collection Policy" process. Shall The Melrose BOD approve a property for collections there is an "up front" fee the Melrose HOA pays in addition to a $100 one-time collection administration fee from PMI Scioto Metro (per contract Section 3 - FEES, Sub-Section 3.4-Fining, Collections & NSF Fees).
Per Resolution 2025-6, any past assessment dues that exceed 120 days will have a 'Lien' placed on the property & recorded with the Fairfield County Recorder's Office.
The final step The Melrose HOA may take to collect outstanding assessments\violation fees would be to submit a request for "pre-foreclosure" on a property. This involves attorney fees that the HOA pays for & is re-imbursed by the property (if chosen to avoid foreclosure).
If you are behind in assessment payments\violation fines, please pay them to avoid additional fees.
2025 Capital Improvement Project @ Violet Elementary walkway
Bench & Little Library flowerbed
The Melrose BOD have voted 4-0 to have a flowerbed installed along the Violet Elementary walkway. Yardmaster, INC. has been contracted for install. Total cost for this project will be $1,798.59. work will be completed in October.
Tree Beautification along the Violet Elementary walkway
The Melrose BOD have approved 4-0 to have tree pruning for ALL trees within the Violet Elementary access area; This includes clearing of weeds & debris along the Melrose Subdivision\Violet Elementary School Property line. Tree King Tree Service, INC. has been contracted for service. Total cost for this project will be $6,030.00. Work will be completed in November.
In addition there will also be several dead trees that will be removed & stump grinded along the McLeod Parc\Hill Rd. common area. Total cost for this project will be $2,875.00.
removal of "permit parking" signs
The Melrose Board of Directors have been in contact with Greg Butcher, Pickerington City Manager, about the possible removal of the signs dating back to June 2024. After discussion between The Board, The City, PYAA & current homeowners it was remedied that the existing signs would be removed due to them NO LONGER SERVING PURPOSE.
During the week of 9.15 all existing "parking by permit only" sign were removed EXCLUDING Abbey Ct. & the immediate property south along McLeod Parc. Currently three (3) signs remain in this area.
RESOLUTIONs
an Association Regulation is a rule or order that governs or controls conduct within a specific jurisdiction (gives detail to an already legally binding rule and\or covenant). An HOA can pass additional regulations to help enforce and clarify the rules outlined within their CC&Rs. These regulations often can be adopted by the board without a vote from all the homeowners if they aren’t more restrictive than existing guidelines unless otherwise defined in the Declaration or Bylaws.
Resolutions approved in 2025
Resolution 2025-1 (increase in annual dues)
Resolution 2025-2 (unpaid violation remedy)
Resolution 2025-3 (standards for uniform fencing enclosing property)
Resolution 2025-4 (uniform standards for mailbox)
Resolution 2025-5 (identical deed restriction violation(s) within a 12-month period)
Resolution 2025-6 (collection policy)
Resolution 2025-7 (placement & storage of basketball goals)
Resolution 2025-8 (hidden fence standards for a garbage container)
Resolution 2025-9 (uniform standards for yard signage)
Can't make the meeting? Have a question\comment\violation complaint & desire to remain unanimous? Please click below to submit an issue.
.....Or let us do it for you!
Here are the guidelines for a compliant mailbox in Melrose & Inverness at Melrose per Resolution 2025-4 (non-retro). Existing mailbox aesthetics must conform to durability & color. If you would like free paint or WOULD LIKE YOUR MAILBOX PAINTED by a Melrose board member, please contact Jackson Brandel for more details.
Melrose HOA Community Handbook
The Melrose Board of Trustees have cross-referenced Deed Restrictions in all nine (9) sections & have found which covenants are enforced throughout the subdivision. The Board of Directors are currently working with PMI Scioto Metro & is in the process of placing these uniform Deed Restrictions into a user-friendly document for the Melrose HOA to understand what will be enforceable (in addition to Regulations). This handbook will be available on July 23 at the 2025 ANNUAL HOA MEETING.
Haunted Village
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Leaf Pickup Schedule Fall 2025
Leaf Pickup Schedule Fall 2025