A homeowner’s association is created by the community’s developer as an entity to uphold the community’s deed restrictions and maintain any neighborhood common area or grounds such as entrances, parks, pools, etc.  Not all associations have a common area, but most do.  After the development and sale period, anywhere from a few months to multiple years, the Board of Directors is elected from amongst the homeowners to govern the HOA. 

Each homeowner also pays a portion of the costs to maintain the shared spaces and manage the community. Typical HOA costs are insurance, management and cost to conduct business of the association, pool maintenance, playgrounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, community events, etc. These expenses vary community to community widely.  

There are many benefits to following the bylaws and regulations of an HOA. For one, it ensures that the subdivision is in a safe and secure manner. By following the bylaws and regulations, homeowners can rest assured that their property is in good hands. It also help increase the value of a property. By keeping the subdivision clean and well-maintained, homeowners can be sure that their property is appealing to potential buyers.

Furthermore, by complying with the bylaws and regulations of an HOA, you can help create a sense of community among the residents. Homeowners can form relationships with their neighbors and create a sense of unity in the subdivision.

PALA is responsible for the maintenance of the subdivision. This includes landscape, road maintenance of the subdivision, street lights, swimming pool, clubhouse, ensuring regular garbage collection, security and administration of the subdivision. 

We employ 7 maintenance staff, 1 office manager and 1 Village Captain ( this position is unpaid ) in order to perform these functions your monthly dues are required to enable us to do all of this. Maintenance crew alone costs approximately  85,000 pesos per month, or 1,105,000 pesos per year. They maintain the pool, clubhouse, common areas and the most work is to upkeep the current vacant lots throughout our subdivision.

The amount of money collected and how it is spent is detailed in monthly accounts reports prepared by the treasurer on the board of directors and distributed monthly summary of accounts available on the website, email to homeowners and available in the PALA office.

We are always looking for ways to reduce expenses of the subdivision. For example changing over to solar streetlight to reduce the amount of electricity we pay each month. Find and fix water leak, saves on the water bill each month. Cutting back on overtime for maintenance crews. So far in the last half of 2023 we have reduced the costs by approximately 75,000 pesos per month. This helps keep from having to increase homeowners dues and still make improvements throughout our subdivision.

The Pala office has official complaint forms that must be completed before a complaint can be investigated or complaints can be emailed directly to the office. 

We also now have a complaint form on the website that can be used for your complaints. Should a homeowner wish to complain about something urgent outside office hours, for example, loud noise from neighbors, constantly barking dogs or other security concerns then the security guards can be contracted directly at ( 0945-960-9808 ) to help deal with the problem.

Than security will then submit a written report to the office next working day regarding the contact & the outcome. Complaints should follow up with a written complaint also.

To increase safety throughout our subdivision the following rules have been applied to all vehicle entering Pulu Amsic Subdivision. This is to help control entry into our subdivision and help improve overall security and safety.

Every vehicles without PALA 2024 vehicle stickers must use left entry lane adjacent to the guardhouse to surrender a government photo ID of the driver, we are going to be institution a call the homeowner or renter to allow entry into the subdivision. If guards cannot contact the homeowner they will not be allowed into the subdivision.

Receive a VISITORS PASS, MOTORBIKE AND TRIKE PASS, TEMPORARY or j

Food and package delivery drivers such as Grab, Food Panda, Lazada, etc are exempt from calling the homes, BUT will still surrender a photo ID of the driver as they do now.

Vehicle passes that are held at main gate for more than 24 hours period. After that time person vehicle I.D. still left at main gate will be available at the PALA office during normal business hours. It is the guard’s responsibility to call and verify the information is completed correctly. Verification of the completed information, against an ID provided.

AEC is the electric company providing service to our subdivision. Contact Angeles Electric (0998-867-7355) & (888-2888)

Teresa Water Works is the sole supplier of water to our subdivision.

Contact Teresa Water (09209458627) & (045-887-3160)

HOAs typically regulate the exterior aesthetic or “look” of your home. The goal is to help the neighborhood maintain its attractiveness.  That sometimes means a certain amount of uniformity in the exterior design of the homes in the community.  Common regulations for upkeep can include

• Paint color
• Landscaping
• Landscape maintenance
• Trashcan management
• Parked cars]
• Boat / RV storage.

Associations usually start with a notification, fees, and an escalation process for non-payment or continued violations. This process is often dictated by the governing documents called  bylaws. HOAs often have very little flexibility in how they address these concerns.  

If an owner is unable to quickly resolve a violation, they should reach out to the HOA and see if they can get an extension or try to come to an acceptable compromise, sometimes called a variance. 

If an owner does not resolve the violation or come to an agreement about how they are going to resolve it, then an HOA can take legal action. Although never a desired action, they may be required to follow the legal process outlined in the documents and/or state law, which can include fines, placing a lien on the property, or even foreclosure of a house in extreme situations.

Yes. As a member of the association, you are also partly responsible for sharing the cost to maintain all the amenities and/or other costs of the association. Your assessments pay for maintenance, repairs, and other costs of the association. 

In general, HOA’s help ensure owners are properly caring for their homes, and that a consistent look and feel is maintained throughout a given neighborhood. 

Specific rules will be outlined in the governing documents ( bylaws ) which you can be viewed upon request before purchasing a home.

Some homeowners may feel that an association’s rules are impractical or ineffective. More often than not, these sentiments come from a place of displeasure or judgment. They feel the rules are too restrictive and would rather not have them at all.

But, these rules do serve a purpose. Aside from acting as an aid to enforce the HOA’s bylaws, rules and regulations help preserve the curb appeal of the neighborhood and protect property values. Without rules, the community would fall into disarray, which will undoubtedly affect the aesthetic of the area and the values of the homes.

Lot owners, homeowners and/or lessees are liable for the duly authorized monthly dues, interest and late fees, fines, and special assessments as determined by the PALA Board of Directors.  When justified, adjustments in monthly dues will be announced at the AGM or SGM and subject to a vote of the attending homeowners.  Discounts for advance payment of dues are subject to the following terms:

20.1.1.  Members paying 12 months in advance will receive the 13 month free.

20.1.2.  Members paying 6 months in advance will receive a 2% discount.

20.1.3.  Members paying 3 months in advance will receive a 1% discount.

20.2. Association dues shall be due and payable on the 1st of each month.  Payments not received by the 7th of each month are deemed overdue at which time the unpaid dues will incur a 1% interest per month for each delinquent month.  A P300 late fee penalty for each delinquent month.

Typically, homeowners are responsible for maintaining their own properties. This includes keeping their driveways clean, their lawns mowed, and their trees trimmed. Trash and recycling should be in a specified area as well.

Starting January 2024, the city government is set to enforce a “No Segregation, No Collection of Garbage” policy. This means for you, if your trash is not SEGREGATED than they will not pickup your trash. Normally trash is collected on Tuesday’s and Friday’s.

The policy aims to reduce waste being dumped in sanitary landfills. Garbage is to be separated into two categories, biodegradable and non-biodegradable.

 This is nothing more than a great feeding grounds for rats and strays animals. Please take the time to deal with your trash CORRECTLY!

The correct trash bins not only look better,  they function better because they have wheels to easily move them in and outside. Plus they have lids to keep the rats and stray animals out of the you trash.

PLEASE TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR HOME AND SUBDIVISION , 

REMEMBER YOUR LARGE INVESTMENT IN YOUR HOME!

Noises that disturb the peace and tranquility of the subdivision are prohibited. Residents are required to observe quiet hours between 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday.  For Friday and Saturday, the quiet hours are 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM. After 10:00 pm, any day, music and karaoke should be turned down to a minimum. Sundays Note that House Bill No. 103. was recently passed prohibiting the use of videoke/karaoke systems and other sound amplifying equipment that cause unnecessary disturbance to the public within the residential areas.  

Homeowners engaging in maintenance, hobbies, or self-help projects are only permitted to make noise between 8 am and 5 pm. However, it is essential to ensure that the noise levels remain reasonable and respectful to the neighbors at all times.

Believe it or not, most associations do have the power to regulate parking and vehicles in the neighborhood. These restrictions, though, will depend on the needs and nature of the community. For aesthetic purposes, you may only allow owners to park their vehicles inside their garage or in designated lots. There are also some HOAs that ban specific types of vehicles, such as commercial vehicles, trucks, RVs, and boats.

It is common for HOA communities to enact certain pet restrictions, including but not limited to:

• Number of pets owners can keep
• Types of pets
• Pet breeds
• Size or weight restrictions
• Prohibiting pets considered “dangerous”
• Requiring owners to keep pets on a leash or in a cage in common areas
• Requiring owners to pick up after their pets
• Prohibiting pets from entering certain common areas

PALA allows rentals, we have a clear set of guidelines regulating them. You should also make it clear to homeowners that they will be responsible for any damages or violations their tenant commits.

When homeowners decide to sell their property,  it is a requirement to notify the association. You should also make sure that the seller informs all potential buyers of the existence of the HOA.

When you buy a home in a community run by a homeowners association, you automatically become an HOA member. That means you agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the association. What happens if a homeowner fails to follow the HOA rules and regulations?

• Violation Letter. As previously stated, most violations start out with a written letter or notice. This will state the member’s violation, any penalties involved, and the details of the hearing.
• Monetary Fine. Fines are a way to enforce an HOA’s bylaws.
• Suspension of Privileges. Depending on the governing documents, an HOA has the be able to suspend a member’s privileges as a consequence of violating the rules.
• Legal Action. Violations are considered civil matters between two parties — the HOA and the member. To resolve the issue, either party may initiate mediation proceedings or even a lawsuit.
• Liens and Foreclosures. As a result of unpaid dues or fines, an HOA have the ability to place a lien on a member’s property and subsequently foreclose on that lien.