What is the extent of Association contracts for landscape maintenance, snow removal and the swimming pool?
Most Associations will contract for the services for which they are responsible under the governing documents. These frequently include: landscape maintenance, snow removal, swimming pool maintenance or other items. These contracts generally are bid or renewed annually by the Associations Board of Directors. Some contractors will offer a two-year or multi-year contract, and maintain their prices through the contract period to gain the benefit of the multiple year commitment of the Association as well as provide cost savings to the Association. This would depend on governing documents and the type of community. Generally, in townhomes and condominiums, it is the Associations responsibility. In single-family homes, the responsibility may reside with the Association or the owner, as provided for in the governing documents. This responsibility is defined in the governing documents. Generally, in single-family homes it is the owner; in townhome and condominium communities it is usually the
