The Latest News - December 2021

Published: December 28, 2021

The latest news from Shops at Prestonwood HOA

•A vehicle was vandalized in front of 2945 Lindale St., Saturday evening, 11/21. If you should happen to have any camera footage, or saw anything suspicious, please let the HOA office know. Remember to always remove all valuables from your vehicle, lock your doors and set the alarm on your vehicles.

•All homeowners are required to have an annual inspection on your interior sprinkler system. The City of Carrollton sends notices, but, if for some reason, you do not receive your notice, you are still required to have the annual inspection done. You must use a certified back-flow test company approved and registered by the City of Carrollton. We have attached the list of certified companies for your convenience.

• Beginning Monday, January 3rd, the HOA office hours will be changing to 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday-Thursday and will remain at 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Fridays. The office will be closing at Noon on Thursday, December 23 & 30 and closed on Friday, December 24th and 31st for the holidays.

•Carol Ann has changed her last name to Connors, and don’t forget, she is a Notary Public. If you need something notarized, please make an appointment by calling Carol Ann at the office # 469 900-8675.She is providing this service free to our Homeowners.

•Before submitting a maintenance issue, please check with the “Maintenance Responsibility Chart”to make sure your problem is covered by the HOA. You can find the chart on our website under “Governing Documents”, “CC&Rs 2nd Amend”. Here is the direct link:https://www.shopsatprestonwoodhoa.com/Libraries/Governing_Documents/CCCRs-2nd_Amend_FILED.sflb.ashx

•We now have trash bins attached to all dog stations, so there is no excuse for people not picking up after their dogs.

•With the holiday season fast approaching, along comes the cold weather! If there is going to be a “hard freeze” (28⁰ or below for 4 or more hours) follow these precautions to help prevent damage to your home:

●Stay aware of the weather forecast
●Disconnect hoses from outside faucets. Make sure they are shut off tightly and use a foam faucet cover or wrap with cloth and duct tape.
●If you are planning to be out of town, or if your home is for sale or lease and vacated, DO NOT TURN OFF YOUR HEAT! Leave your thermostat at 60⁰ or above.
●Open all cabinet doors below sinks to allow heat from the home to circulate.
●If you have plumbing fixtures which run along an outside wall, open them to a slow drip.
●Bring delicate plants inside or cover them so they won’t freeze.

If we have a hard freeze for an extended period, even these measures may not help, but if you have damage, your insurance company will want to know if you took these precautions. Also, be aware that damage from your home can affect your next-door neighbors, and you could be held liable for damage to property of others. The Homeowners Association is not responsible for any damage to your home due to freezing weather.

Have a safe and Happy Holiday season!