About the neighborhood
How much are the HOA dues?
HOA dues are currently set to $345 per year. These may be paid annually (due January 1st) or quarterly ($86.25 due Jan. 1st/April 1st/July 1st/Oct 1st)
When is trash collected?
Trash collection is currently scheduled for Tuesdays and Fridays.
What about recycling?
Recycling is collected each Tuesday alongside the trash pickup.
What about garden waste?
Garden waste is collected each Friday alongside the the trash pickup.
Which schools are in the attendance area for Old Hillsborough Estates?
Lopez Elementary – 200 N Kingsway Road, Seffner
Burnett Middle School – 1010 N Kingsway Road, Seffner
Strawberry Crest – 4691 Gallagher Road, Dover
Other schools may be available through the SDHC Choice program
General Questions
What is a Homeowners Association (HOA)?
A Homeowners’ Association (HOA) is a legal entity created by a real estate developer for the purpose of developing, managing and selling a community of homes. It is given the authority to enforce the covenants, conditions & restrictions (CC&Rs) and to manage the common amenities of the development. It allows a developer to end their responsibility over the community, typically by transferring ownership of the association to the homeowners after selling. Generally accepted as a voluntary association of homeowners gathered together to protect their property values and to improve the neighborhood, a large percentage of U.S neighborhoods where free standing homes exist have an HOA. Most homeowners’ associations are non profit organizations and are subject to state statutes that govern non-profit corporations and homeowners’ associations.
What Are ‘ByLaws?’
A set of rules or guidelines regarding the operation of a non-profit corporation such as a Board. Bylaws generally set forth definitions of offices and committees involved with the Board of Directors. They can include voting rights, meetings, notices, and other areas involved with the successful operation of the Association.
What is a Lien?
A monetary claim levied against a property for unpaid mortgage, taxes, contractor work, or other charges. A lien is attached to the property, not the owner, but legally must be recorded in the property records of the county of residence. If a Lien is in place, the property owner has very limited ability to do anything involving the property until the Lien is satisfied or removed.
What is a ‘Common Area?’
Any area of improved real property intended for shared use by the members of an association.
What are Ordinances?
An Ordinance is an individual or set of laws adopted by local government at the county and city level.