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FAQ & Helpful Contacts

  • A Homeowners Association (HOA) is an organization in a residential community that creates and enforces rules for properties and residents. Living in a community with an HOA offers numerous benefits designed to enhance property values, ensure a pleasant living environment, and foster a sense of community.

    What Does an HOA Do for the Community?

    1. Maintenance and Upkeep: HOAs manage the maintenance of common areas such as parks, pools, landscaping, and roadways. This ensures that the neighborhood remains clean, attractive, and safe for all residents.

    2. Enforcement of Rules: HOAs establish and enforce community rules and guidelines to maintain a consistent aesthetic and quality of life. This can include regulations on exterior home appearances, noise levels, and property usage.

    3. Community Engagement: HOAs often organize social events, community activities, and meetings. These initiatives help build a strong sense of community, allowing neighbors to connect and fostering a friendly environment.

    4. Conflict Resolution: HOAs act as mediators in disputes between residents, helping to resolve issues amicably and ensuring that the community remains harmonious.

    5. Financial Management: HOAs collect dues from residents to fund community services and improvements. They manage budgets, plan for future expenses, and ensure that the community’s financial health is maintained.

    6. Safety and Security: Some HOAs coordinate neighborhood watch programs or hire private security to enhance the safety and security of the community.
       

    Living in a community with a well-managed HOA can significantly improve the quality of life for residents, maintaining the neighborhood’s appearance and property values while fostering a vibrant and engaged community.

  • An HOA management company like Rizzetta is a professional service provider that assists homeowners associations (HOAs) in managing the day-to-day operations and administrative tasks of their communities. These companies are hired by the HOA board of directors to ensure that the community is well-maintained, financially sound, and operating smoothly.

    What Does an HOA Management Company Do?

    1. Administrative Support: The company handles the administrative tasks of the HOA, including organizing board meetings, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with governing documents and state laws.

    2. Financial Management: HOA management companies manage the financial aspects of the association. This includes budgeting, collecting dues, handling accounts payable and receivable, preparing financial reports, and conducting audits.

    3. Maintenance Coordination: The company oversees the maintenance of common areas and facilities. They arrange for repairs, landscaping, trash removal, and other services, ensuring the community remains in good condition.

    4. Rule Enforcement: The management company helps enforce the HOA’s rules and regulations. They address violations, issue notices, and work with residents to ensure compliance with community standards.

    5. Vendor Management: They select, hire, and manage contractors and service providers for various community needs, ensuring that work is completed satisfactorily and within budget.

    6. Resident Communication: The company acts as a point of contact for residents, addressing their concerns, answering questions, and facilitating effective communication between the HOA board and the community members.

    7. Emergency Response: In case of emergencies, the management company coordinates the response efforts, ensuring that issues such as urgent repairs or safety concerns are handled promptly and efficiently.

    Benefits of Hiring an HOA Management Company

    • Professional Expertise: HOA management companies bring professional expertise and experience in handling various aspects of community management, ensuring that tasks are performed efficiently and effectively.

    • Time Savings: By outsourcing administrative and operational duties, HOA board members can focus on decision-making and strategic planning rather than getting bogged down in day-to-day tasks.

    • Consistency and Continuity: Management companies provide continuity in operations, especially important in communities where board members may change periodically.

    • Enhanced Community Experience: With professional management, residents can enjoy well-maintained common areas, timely responses to concerns, and a cohesive community atmosphere.

    Overall, an HOA management company plays a crucial role in supporting the smooth operation of homeowners associations, contributing to the overall well-being and satisfaction of community residents.

  • Emergency Contacts

    • Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance): 911

    • Non-Emergency Police: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

      • Phone: (813) 247-8200

      • Address: 2008 E 8th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605


    Utilities

    • Electric Company: Tampa Electric Company (TECO)

      • Customer Service: (813) 223-0800

      • Outage Reporting: (877) 588-1010

      • Website: TECO
         

    • Water Department: Hillsborough County Water Resources

      • Customer Service: (813) 272-6680

      • Emergency (24/7): (813) 744-5600

      • Website: Hillsborough County Water
         

    • Gas Company: Peoples Gas

      • Customer Service: (877) 832-6747

      • Emergency (24/7): (877) 832-6747

      • Website: Peoples Gas
         

    • Waste Management: Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management

      • Customer Service: (813) 272-5680

      • Website: Hillsborough County Solid Waste
         

    • Cable/Internet Providers:

      • Spectrum:

        • Customer Service: (855) 757-7328

        • Website: Spectrum

      • Frontier Communications:

        • Customer Service: (800) 921-8101

        • Website: Frontier
           

    Local Government Services

    • Hillsborough County Government:

    • Animal Control: Hillsborough County Pet Resources

      • Customer Service: (813) 744-5660

      • Website: Hillsborough County Pet Resources
         

    • Public Health Department: Florida Department of Health in Hillsborough County

      • Phone: (813) 307-8000

      • Website: FL Health Hillsborough
         

    Additional Important Contacts

    • Poison Control Center: Florida Poison Information Center

    • Roadside Assistance: AAA Auto Club South

      • Phone: (800) 222-4357

      • Website: AAA

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