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Special Features

Living With Alligators

Piney-Z is surrounded on three sides by city parkland. Our natural setting provides beauty and recreation for our residents, and adds value to our homes. Living next door to a chain of lakes means we will inevitably come across alligators. Some residents have spotted alligators in Piney-Z Lake and adjacent water retention ponds. Alligators and humans have shared habitat for centuries. Although attacks are rare, you should take precautions to reduce potential conflicts with alligators. Read more in the July-August 2004 Newsletter >

The Amenities and Bad Weather

When bad weather occurs it is obvious that the Swimming Pool must be closed, but sometimes the Fitness Center and other amenities must be closed as well. The Fitness Center is prone to flooding and the electrical equipment is sensitive to power fluctuations. To protect the equipment and users, the Fitness Center may be closed and key fob access denied during certain weather conditions. Unfortunately this will occasionally delay your exercise, which can be an inconvenience. Any time the weather services issue hurricane or severe weather advisories, the amenities will likely be closed, and we urge you to stay at home.

During Tropical Storm Frances, precautions were taken to secure the amenities, however several limbs fell and tree hit the gazebo near the playground. We appreciate your understanding when the amenities are unavailable for safety reasons.

Hurricane Preparedness

Below are resources to help you prepare your home and family for a hurricane.

• Preparedness Information from www.floridadisaster.org
• Tallahassee Democrat Hurricane Information Page
• Tallahassee Red Cross Hurricane Survival Guide
• Prepare to Eat Well in an Emergency
• NOAA National Hurricane Center

Tree and Limb Issues

Approval for Planting or Removing Trees—The Covenants and Restrictions dictate the rules and conditions related to tree planting or removal. To receive approval for tree planting or removal, contact Architectural Control Committee (ACC). Contact information is on the committee page. The ACC is a committee of the HOA.

Concern about a Tree or Limbs Hanging Over Your Home or Property—The CDD and HOA do not provide tree cutting services for Piney-Z residents or property owners who have concerns about trees or limbs. Trees in HOA Common Areas that have limbs hanging over a resident's property or home will rarely be removed. This was discussed and researched in 2003. It was determined that the owner of the tree does not bear the responsibility for trimming branches that overhang someone else's property, but the homeowner has the right to protect their property by having the tree limbs removed at their cost. Homeowners wishing to cut limbs or remove trees at their expense should consult with the ACC committee to determine if their plan complies with the Covenants and Restrictions, and to ensure that trees are not cut without cause. CDD Board research indicates that this is consistent with Florida law and City of Tallahassee policy.