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Homeowners ask questions on a daily basis. Below we have compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions for your convenience.
If you are unable to find the answer to your question below, please submit a question by clicking here.
- What is the major difference between the Homeowners Association and the TrailMark Metropolitan District (TMMD)?
- What happens at the HOA Board of Directors meetings?
- Who should I contact for any community landscape or trail issues?
- Who is responsible for snow removal?
- Can we move the northern exposure MBU's?
- Can we install light poles next to the mail box units (MBU's) around the neighborhood?
- Who do I contact to report a street light outage?
- Why are we in South Suburban Recreation District and not Foothills?
- How can I participate in the recycling program?
- Can the HOA install a community pool?
- Can an off-leash dog area be developed in the community?
- Can speed bumps be installed on TrailMark Parkway or South Independence Street?
- Can the HOA purchase the proposed school site for various uses?
- Can the HOA purchase the commercial site at the TrailMark entrance?
- Will the city of Littleton build a fire station near the TrailMark entrance?
- What color and Manufacturer stain can I use for my fences?
- What fees are associated with advertising in the TrailMark Tracks newsletter?
- What are the acceptable exterior paint colors?
What is the major difference between the Homeowners Association and TrailMark Metropolitan District?
The major purpose of the Metro District is to finance and construct certain public improvements, including but not limited to water, sanitation, streets, safety protection, park and recreation improvements.
The Homeowners Association, in addition to being responsible for routine maintenance of association-owned property within the neighborhood, handles covenant control issues and establishes rules and regulations in order to maintain the community area as property of the highest quality and value, and to enhance and protect its value, desirability, and attractiveness.
Click here to visit the TMMD.org web site for the most up to date information about the TMMD.
What happens at the HOA Board of Directors meetings?
At the Board of Directors meetings, any Association business matters are addressed by the Board. The first 45 minutes of each meeting will be dedicated to an open forum for the homeowners. During the Open Forum portion of the meeting, homeowners are invited to present ideas or ask questions of the Board on community matters. All Association meetings are open to attendance by all homeowners.
Who should I contact for any community landscape, open space, pond or trail issues?
For community landscape issues/concerns, contact the TrailMark HOA Common Area Committee: commonarea@trailmarkhoa.org
For open space issues/concerns, most of the open space is owned and maintained by South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, however the TrailMark HOA does manage some areas.
If you're not sure who you should contact, please refer to the District Map to see which areas are maintained by TrailMark HOA, TMMD or SSPRD: Map
For trail issues/concerns, contact South Suburban Parks and Recreation District: 303-795-9856
For ponds and reservoir issues, contact the TrailMark Metro District: board@tmmd.org
Who is responsible for snow removal?
The City of Littleton is responsible for plowing and sanding TrailMark Parkway from Wadsworth to Baden Drive to Johnson Street to Danzig Place and back to TrailMark Parkway. Intersections of all streets that enter onto TrailMark Parkway will also be plowed and sanded. The City does not plow the remaining residential streets. Contact the City of Littleton Snow Removal Line at 303-795-3969 if snow removal is being overlooked.
Can we move the northern exposure MBU's?
This requires approval by the U.S. Postal Service.
Can we install light poles next to the mail box units (MBU's) around the neighborhood?
In the early stages of neighborhood development, the location of light poles and MBU's are determined by Xcel Energy and the U.S. Postal Service, respectively. Both entities hah certain criteria they use in making the determination as to where these items are located (proximity to homes, number of homes in the surrounding area, convenience for mail route carriers, etc.).
The Association, in most cases, does not own the land on or adjacent to the MBU's, so they are not free to install light poles at the MBU's. The availability of power for this purpose could also be problematic.
The Association evaluated whether an alternate fixture, mounted directly to the MBU, powered by solar energy or batteries would be feasible. However, as this is obviously a seasonal issue, the cost for the fixtures as well as monitoring operation of the fixtures may outweigh the benefit.
Who do I contact to report a street light outage?
Contact Xcel Energy at 1-800-895-4999. You'll need to provide the number on the post and the location of the post. You can also report the outage online at:
http://www1.xcelenergy.com/odls/outagereport
Why are we in South Suburban Recreation District and not Foothills?
South Suburban has a intergovernmental agreement to manage the recreational facilities for The City of Littleton. The Board met with representatives from both South Suburban and Foothills District to discuss the requirements for the HOA to switch to Foothills. The requirements to accomplish this are extremely high. Therefore, the Board members agreed to not pursue the issue further.
How can I participate in the recycling program?
Recycling is part of TrailMark's contract with Alpine Waste and Recycling.
Recycled items are picked up every week on Fridays, starting December 5, 2008.
Alpine Waste and Recycling uses the Altogether Recycling program,
which will allow us to recycle almost all “dry” trash. Our old trash and
recycling receptacles can still be used. Please be sure that your
recycling container is labeled “Recycling”.
There is no need to separate the recyclable items, which include: magazines,
newspapers, phonebooks, office papers, junk mail, aluminum cans, steel cans,
glass, cardboard, paperboard, and plastic. Please do not place paint or chemicals
in the recycling bins.
Can the HOA install a community pool?
It is unlikely that the HOA can construct a community pool. The HOA does not own any real-estate (ground) to use.
Can an off-leash dog area be developed in the community?
The Association does not own a parcel of land large enough for such an amenity. The current development plan for the community does not include plans for an off-leash dog area. There is an off-leash dog area within the Chatfield State Park (across Wadsworth from TrailMark).
Can speed bumps be installed on TrailMark Parkway or South Independence Street?
The City of Littleton will not install speed bumps on streets that are considered major arteries within a community.
Can the HOA purchase the proposed school site for various uses?
The proposed school site is deeded to the City of Littleton and is ear-marked for
Jefferson County School District use. If the school district elects not to
build, the site will be available for other improvements. South Suburban has
an inter-governmental agreement to manage the recreational facilities for the City of Littleton.
Can the HOA purchase the commercial site at the TrailMark entrance?
The site is currently owned by Shea and will be sold to a commercial developer.
The price of the site is cost prohibitive, so the HOA does not foresee any option to
purchase the site.
Will the city of Littleton build a fire station near the TrailMark entrance?
The city of Littleton has determined that, based on current needs, a fire
station is not necessary at this time. However, the city plans to regularly
review the needs of the community, and the issue will be revisited in the next
3-5 years.
What color and Manufacturer stain can I use for my
fences?
Options for the finish of wood fences are as follows:A.) Natural, untreated
finish, B.) A clear, waterproof sealant, or C.) Maxum Formula 2 (Fawn
M-2030) - KWAL Paint formula for the Fawn color is as follows : Solid
Latex Stain (Deep Base) B-4Y, C-6Y, F-Y24, T-Y. (This is the color used
on the 3-rail and 6' privacy along TrailMark Pkwy and Independence St.)
The stain used on the community fencing in filing 1 & 2 (fences that back to open space/public space) is as follows:
Sherwin Williams - "Woodscapes" Deep Base, Solid Color House Stain - HR4-1195 SOLID FAWN MATHC.
Cherry Creek Painting purchased their paint from the Lone Tree (across from Sam's) location: 7580 Park Meadows Dr.
Be sure and tell them you are a TrailMark resident to receive a special "20% Preffered Customer Discount".
What are the acceptable exterior paint colors?
The following paint schemes were used for the Shea series 400, 500, and 600 following initial construction. Note that any of the following KWAL paint combinations can now be used in any Shea home, regardless of series (eg. a homeowner of a series 600 home can change the paint scheme to one used on a 400 series home.) However, if a homeowner decides to change any paint color on a home, all colors must be changed to match the schemes shown below (i.e., all colors in a row in any of the tables below must be used together - no mix-matchhing between schemes is allowed.)
Kwal Paint stores have a special TrailMark account #209123 which gives all
homeowners a discount. This number must be supplied.
Colors can generally be visualized here (amongst other places.) Also - Please call Hammersmith Management at 303-980-0700 to check-out Paint Chip Books.