FAQ

What is Wild Oaks?

It is a fifty-two unit (52) Planned Unit Development of two/three bedroom units established in 1980.

What is the Homeowners' Association?

It is a non-profit corporation formed to serve the Association of Owners/Renters.

Who is a member of the Homeowners' Association?

Any person or entity owning a Building Lot, but does not include a tenant or holder of a lease or a person holding a Security Interest in the Building Lot.

What is the Common Area/Space?

It is those areas designated as common, open space, or as in a private street or roadway. The Common Area/Space is owned collectively by all Homeowners.

What is a Regular Assessment?

Also known as 'dues,' is an assessment by the Association against all Homeowners to provide for the payment of all normal expenses of the Association and for the performance of the Association's duties as provided in the CC&Rs.

What do Homeowners get for their Regular Assessment each month?

The following are services provided by the Association each month: Water, Sewer, Storm Drainage, Garbage/Recycling, Landscaping of all Common Areas, Public Liability and Property Damage Insurance covering all Common Areas, Fire and Extended Coverage Casualty Insurance, including damage from malicious mischief and damage from Earthquake in respect to each Building in the amount 1OO% replacement, Sweeping Roadways, Pool Maintenance and Upkeep, External Lighting, Bookkeeping and Auditing Services of all Association Funds.

What is a Special Assessment?

It is an assessment against all Homeowners when the Regular Assessment for any year is not adequate to meet the expenses of the Association, or will be inadequate to perform its duties as provided in the CC&Rs.

What is the Regular Assessment on the date this Handbook is published?

The Regular Assessment for the year 2024 is $390 each month.

Is there a Special Assessment presently levied against Homeowners?

Yes, there is  a Special Assessment of $1,000 levied for the year 2024. Payment options: quarterly payments of $250, due Feb. 15, April 15, July 15, and Oct. 15; or monthly payments of $100, due the 15th of each month, January through October.

If a Homeowner decides to make a change/improvement on the exterior of his /her unit, what is the process?

NO change may be made without prior approval of the Board of Directors.

Requests for such approval must include design plans and specifications showing each detail of such improvement.

What is the role of the Board of Directors in determining whether Homeowners can make a change/improvement on the exterior of his/her unit?

The Board serves as an Architectural Review Committee in reviewing all requests to make a change to the exterior of a unit. The decision by the Board is final.

What changes can a Homeowner make to the Outdoor Living Areas?

Such changes are confined to patios, decks, and private planting and landscaping area and MUST receive the prior approval of the Board of Directors.

What provisions are made for parking for Homeowners/Renters?

There are two parking spaces associated with each unit: one an enclosed garage and the other a Reserved Parking Space. Homeowners are only permitted to park in those spaces reserved to their unit.

Are there provisions made for Visitor Parking?

There are numerous Visitor Parking Spaces provided for Visitors. Visitors are not permitted to park in Reserved Parking Spaces at any time. Illegally parked cars are subject to towing at the expense of the owner of the vehicle.

Are Homeowners permitted to place signs on their property or on any part of the Common Space?

No signs are permitted on any Building Lot, except those approved by the Board as to appearance and location.

What are the rules about pets at Wild Oaks?

Pets are limited to TWO per Building Lot. No Pet (read that to mean Dog) shall be permitted to run loose, or to create an objectionable noise or odor. Pet owners are required to clean up after their Pets (dogs). Failure to do so will subject the Pet Owner to a $50 fine for each violation. Cat Owners are required to put a collar with a bell on their cats.

What are the rules governing the Pool?

Homeowners and their guests are permitted to use the pool during the days and times specified. Children under 14 are not permitted to use the pool without adult supervision, meaning the Homeowner/Renter who serves as parent or guardian for the child/children.

What are the rules governing riding bikes and using skateboards within the Wild Oaks complex?

Except for entry or exiting the complex, Wild Oaks residents/visitors are not permitted to ride bikes within the complex, nor use skateboards in any part of the complex.

What kind of designs, decorations can I put in/on my window coverings?

All window coverings must have a neutral background, or a solid color design. When viewed from the outside they will present a uniform appearance.

Who may use the Recreation Building, also called the Club House?

The Recreation Building is for the exclusive use of Homeowners/Renters and their guests. The use of the Club House and/or the kitchen facilities may be reserved for private parties by reserving the space in advance with approval of the Board or its representative.

May the pool or Sauna be reserved?

Neither the pool nor the sauna may be reserved by anyone.

Who manages Wild Oaks?

Wild Oaks is self-managed by the Board of Directors without compensation for their services. Regulations prohibit any Board member for receiving compensation for his/her services.

May Homeowners see Financial Statements and Records of Wild Oaks if they so choose?

All financial records and statements are available to any Homeowner at any time upon written request.

How do Homeowners inform themselves about the activities of the Board?

All Homeowners/Renters are invited to attend monthly Board Meetings the fourth Tuesday of each month, beginning at seven p.m. In addition, minutes of each Board Meeting are provided to each Homeowner/Renter at Wild Oaks. A Wild Oaks Newsletter is also distributed to all Homeowners/Renters on a regular basis. The phone number of each Board Member is available in the Wild Oaks Association Directory and Board Members will respond to all calls ASAP. Most Board Members have email addresses and phone numbers in the WOHA Directory.

May Homeowners Rent their units?

No more than fifteen (15) of the 52 units may be rented at anyone time.

Any present Homeowner thinking about renting their unit is advised to call the President or Board Member of choice, in advance of making any decision about renting a unit, and find out how many units are currently being rented. Any potential owner who plans to buy and then rent the unit purchased MUST first find out how many units are currently being rented. Repeat: No more than 15 units may be rented at any one time. Those Owners who are currently renting their units may continue to rent and those units will be counted as part of the 15-rental limit. There's a Transfer Fee of $150 everytime a unit changes tenant.

Note that since the 4th amendment to the WOHA CC&R's (2020), no unit can be rented for less that 30 days.

What should a Homeowner do when they are considering selling their home in Wild Oaks?

Homeowners who are considering sale of their units should contact someone on the Board and advise them of their intent to sell. Potential buyers/Real Estate Agents make it a point to seek out Board Members and ask questions about living in Wild Oaks. The Board can serve the interests of Homeowners better if they notify the Board about their intention to sell. There's a Transfer Fee of $150 charged to the seller.

May Homeowners/Renters use their Reserved Parking Spaces on a long-term basis for the purpose of making needed repairs on their vehicles?

No. Reserved Parking Spaces are to be used only for parking. Homeowners/Renters may make such repairs on their vehicles within their enclosed garages. There is no space, except enclosed garages, available for car repairs within Wild Oaks.

If the WOHA Insurance Policy covers the exterior of all living units and structures in Wild Oaks, what other insurance do I need?

Each resident should have Condo Insurance. A full Homeowners policy would be overkill and a renter’s policy would not provide adequate coverage.

What kind of designs or decorations may I put on my window sills or window coverings?

All window coverings must have a neutral background, or a solid color design. When viewed from the outside the unit, the coverings should present a uniform appearance.

What if my ceiling is leaking? The ceiling is inside my unit and, as defined, is my responsibility. But what if a defective roof is the cause of the leak? Who is responsible then?

Under those conditions it would be a WOHA responsibility—provided the Owner did not cause the damage to the roof by replacing the fireplace flue, for example, and not ensuring that the roofing was replaced properly, as has happened a number of times at Wild Oaks. The Board does not take an adversarial approach to resolving issues and problems. The Board is a governing body of Homeowners who do their best to care for the interests of other Homeowners. 

[Updated 12/13/2023]