What do I need to do if I want to make external alterations?

Please note that any external modifications must be approved by the Homeowner’s Association BEFORE the work is commenced.  This includes the addition or alteration of any structural element such as installing guttering or fencing, making major landscaping alterations or repainting any part of the exterior of your home. A Modification Application form is available on the home page.  If you are in any doubt whether an application is required for the work you want to perform, please contact the Association for further advice.

Trash & recycling

Please make sure that your garbage and recycling receptacles are kept out of view.  To avoid community eyesore, you should only put them curbside the night before collection.  Pick up days are as follows:- 

 Trash Tuesday and Friday

 Recycle     Tuesday 

 Yard Waste    Wednesday

Do use approved receptacles with secure lids. Do NOT place your trash curbside in bags that can be easily ripped apart by raccoons and other critters, making a mess in the street. 

Do put your garbage cans out the night before collection, not 2 or 3 days before!  

Do not leave your trash receptacles curbside for longer than necessary once they have been emptied. 

Out of respect for your neighbors, ensure that your trash and recycling bins do not emit any unpleasant odors.  

Trash and recycle bins should NOT be left on the driveway in front of your garage or, as has been seen from time to time, your front porch!  Please store them with consideration for other homeowners - ideally the side of the house (with screening is even better) or in the garage.

Link to Manatee County Utilities

Manatee County Waste & Recycling Services Brochure - lots of good information here

When do I pay my annual dues?
The annual assessments are mailed out once a year in November/December with a final payment deadline of January 31st.

The Board recognizes that this may be a difficult time for some homeowners due to holiday season expenses.  To avoid the squeeze, you may wish to consider paying a small amount every month in advance  (note: NOT the current year dues, but the assessment that will become due at the end of 2024 for the 2025 financial year). The simplest way to do it is through your online banking or to send a paper check for, say, $60 every month and by the year-end you will have paid almost all of the annual assessment.  Download the 2025 prepayment form here. Email dues@oakleyplacehoa.com for more information. 

What else might I need to know?

The following is a summary of the violations that occur most frequently. If you receive a violation notification, please do not ignore it since a fine can be imposed by the Association.  

• Lawns should be mowed and edged, including all sidewalks surrounding the property, and should be properly maintained including sod, fertilization and pest control.

• Plant beds need to be weeded, mulched, and neatly trimmed.

• Trees need to be kept trimmed, particularly those that overhang sidewalks.

• The joints between the concrete sections of driveways and sidewalks need to be weeded.

• House should be pressure washed when mold and dirt become obvious.

• Driveway and sidewalks surrounding your property should be pressure washed when needed.

• Storage of items including refuse, lawn bags, etc on the side of your property is not permitted unless screened from view.

• Your mailbox and post need to be maintained and kept clean. Please replace your box if the door is missing. The replacement should match the existing white, plastic mailbox. A suitable replacement can be found in ACE Hardware.  Please do not install metal or oversized mailboxes.The mailbox post should be painted as required and the numbers on the post replaced if missing or broken. The post should NOT be painted white. The correct paint is Lowes Bone White. See the home page for a link to the specifications.

• The parking of commercial vehicles is not permitted. Exception:  when a commercial vehicle is performing a service at the property.

• No overnight parking is permitted on the street.  Exception:  when you have visitors staying for a short period of time and their vehicle does not fit on the driveway. Please call the management company and inform them of your circumstances. A parking permit will be issued if your request is approved.

• No vehicle should be parked on the grass at any time.

• Boats, RV’s, trailers and jet skis must be stored in the garage.  Exception: when any of these vehicles are being loaded or unloaded, cleaned or washed. (3 hours max).

• The laws in Manatee County state that pets must be leashed and the owner must clean up after their pet has done their duty (defecated).

•  Please remember that residents are responsible for maintaining the sidewalk in front of their home. This includes cleaning as required to remove mold.

• Certain tree plantings are required by Manatee County, particularly the canopy trees planted on each lot. A permit may be required for the removal of these trees. Please contact the association BEFORE removing any tree on your property.

We want everyone to enjoy living in Oakley Place and look forward to meeting you personally.  

All homeowners are welcome to attend the Association board meetings which are generally held once a month. Notice of the meeting will be posted at the community entrances and on this website