Dear Association Members,

 

We've recently encountered an uptick in neighbor complaints that constitute either potential crimes or violations of county ordinances, such as noise, property damage, hit and run, loose dogs, overcrowding, and trash and debris. As such, these matters should first be referred to the proper authorities and only then to the Association so we can follow up and utilize our enforcement procedures as appropriate. In all such cases, please provide our management team with any report or complaint numbers issued to you, the name(s) of any responding officers or officials and any other information you may have. We will work with the authorities after the fact, and we will address any violations of our governing documents or rules and regulations, but please involve them first. 

 

Noise Violations are considered Class 2 Misdemeanors and should be reported to the Prince William County Police Dept. ("PWCPD") at their non-emergency number, 703-792-6500, while the noise is in progress. Loud music, parties, barking dogs, operating equipment, etc. may all constitute noise violations depending upon the time of day, day of the week, and nature and duration of the noise. This is also a violation of the Association's rules and regulations and we will follow up on all such complaints once the authorities have been contacted.

 

Property Damage that does not constitute an emergency and where there are no known suspects should be reported to the PWCPD by Filing a Police Report Online. You must be 18 years of age or older to file a report. In the context of this message, hit and run's have resulted in property damage and there have been no known suspects, so filing a police report online would be appropriate. If the incident involves an injury, uncooperative party, or if information is unable to be exchanged, the incident must be reported to our the PWCPD non-emergency line at (703) 792-6500, or 9-1-1 in an emergency.

 

In Prince William County, Virginia, it is illegal to allow a dog to run at large, meaning off its owner's property and not attached to a leash. Loose dogs may be reported to the owner or the PWCPD's Animal Services Bureau. This is also a violation of the Association's rules and regulations and we will follow up on all such complaints once the authorities have been contacted.

 

Failure to pick up Pet Waste is another common complaint that falls within the county's jurisdiction. Failure to dispose of pet waste is a Class 4 Misdemeanor and subject to a $250 fine. Violations should be reported to the Neighborhood Services division of the Prince William County Department of Public Works at 703-792-7018. You may also File a Police Report Online.

 

Similarly, Trespassing is a Class 1 Misdemeanor. If you're experiencing problems with trespassing on your lot, you must first notify the individual(s) responsible that they are forbidden on your property. You may contact the Prince William County Sheriff's Office for service of a Trespass Notice. Once notice has been served, any future violations should immediately be reported to the PWCPD at their non-emergency number, 703-792-6500.

 

Complaints about Occupancy & Overcrowding should be reported to Property Code Enforcement in PWC's Neighborhood Services Division here. The Association can help here by managing access credentials by requiring proof of residency, and addressing some potential maintenance issues resulting from overcrowding.

 

You may Report an Abandoned or Inoperable Vehicle to Prince William County by using this link.

 

You may also report vehicles you feel may be illegally parked (e.g., up on the curb, blocking a sidewalk or driveway, parked perpendicular to the curb, parked in a cul-de-sac with a center island, etc.) to Prince William County Police Department Parking Enforcement Services.

 

Trash and debris on private lots may constitute a violation of the Association's maintenance requirements and rules and regulations and may be reported to our inspectors at inspector@piedmonthoa.com. Similarly, trash and debris on Common Area may be reported to our management team at either gm@piedmonthoa.com or am@piedmonthoa.com. Vandalism should be reported to the PWCPD and then to our management team, and graffiti may be reported to PWC Neighborhood Services Division using their online Graffiti Reporting Form, and subsequently reported to our management team.

 

We know this is a lot of information to take in, but Piedmont is a large community impacted by multiple layers of jurisdiction. We hope this is helpful and look forward to continuing to serve you.

 

Sincerely,

Board of Directors

 

 

 

 

The HOA Board meets on the third (3rd) Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm at the Community Center located at 14655 Piedmont Vista Drive. Board meetings are business meetings and are open to the Association Membership. Time is set aside at each meeting in accordance with state law to hear and address Members’ concerns. Approved minutes of Board meetings are posted on this community website.