Dear Lakes Residents,
The Lakes has been a special place since 1972, and it remains just as special today. Many of us moved here for the same reasons: the beauty of the water, the welcoming neighbors, and the unique lifestyle that makes our community stand apart.
We are blessed to have both brand-new residents and long-time families who have called The Lakes home for decades. No matter how long we've lived here, we share a common goal: to be neighborly and to protect the place we all invested in together.
At a time when home values are dipping across the Valley and even nationally, one thing that keeps The Lakes above average is how our community shows. Put yourself in a prospective homeowner's shoes for a moment. You get in the car with your realtor to see a home in The Lakes. What's the first thing you do? You drive the neighborhood. You look at the houses, the lawns, the lakefronts. You get a feel for the community.
When that prospective buyer steps inside the home for a showing, their impression is already shaped. If the neighborhood looks inviting and well-cared-for, they walk in with a positive feeling in their belly. If it looks tired and neglected, doubt has already crept into their mind. That's why curb appeal and lake appeal matter so much; it's about pride, property values, and the sense of belonging that comes from living in a community where everyone cares.
Over the years, time takes its toll on homes, and some things go unnoticed or ignored. That’s why our CC&R Inspector has to inspect each home to make sure it maintains the standard that we expect from our community. If homeowners are neglectful and don't comply with our rules, fines will be applied. This isn't about punishment; it's about preserving what makes The Lakes an exceptional place to live.
So, let's continue working together, neighbor to neighbor, to keep The Lakes the place everyone feels warm about when they drive through. Let's keep our eye on the ball as much as your neighbors' eyes are on your lawn :)
Nate Hoffman
LCA Board President