Welcome to Suntree HOA
This website is open to everyone, but it has been created primarily as a resource for the homeowners of Suntree HOA in Mesa, Arizona. Here you’ll find HOA documents, forms, community information, and answers to many of the questions homeowners ask most often.
If you are a homeowner and need assistance click below to contact Suntree HOA’s designated property manager Kari Griffiths.
Questions & Concerns about the recent landscaping guidelines
Why the change?
Although the recent maintenance matrix may seem like a change, it is actually a clarification of responsibilities that have existed since the HOA was established in 1981. Over the years, different interpretations of the governing documents developed. The Board sought legal guidance to ensure those responsibilities were applied consistently and fairly throughout the community. The result was the maintenance matrix that was mailed to all homeowners.
What do we do now?
For most homeowners, nothing changes. The HOA will continue mowing lawns, trimming approved bushes and trees, and providing the landscaping services that keep our community looking its best.
What if I want to change my landscaping?
Many homeowners have expressed an interest in updating the landscaping in their front yards. In fact, this was one of the primary reasons the Board sought a legal clarification of maintenance responsibilities within the community. While the HOA is responsible for maintaining certain landscaping, the front yard remains part of the homeowner’s property. As a result, any improvements made to the landscaping belong to the homeowner and may increase the value of their home. To help preserve the attractive appearance of our community while allowing individual improvements, landscaping guidelines have been established. As with any exterior modification that is visible from the street or neighboring properties, architectural approval is required before any changes are made. These guidelines help ensure that individual landscaping choices enhance both your property and the overall appearance of the community.
Where can I get a copy of this maintenance matrix and guidelines?
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you’re unsure whether a project requires architectural approval or have questions about maintenance responsibilities, please contact Kari Griffiths at GUD Community Management before beginning work. It’s much easier to answer questions ahead of time than correct issues afterward.
Important HOA Information
Homeowners associations are generally very misunderstood and besides having drawbacks if properly run do provide a valuable service.
HOA Basics
The HOA is basically a non-profit entity that is usually set up by the developer to provide ongoing care and maintenance for the community.
Bylaws are created to regulate how the HOA will be run once the developers have sold the properties to the homeowners. In actuality the homeowners control the HOA and its running through a board of volunteers all of whom must be homeowners. Meetings are held to give non-board member homeowners a chance to give their input on how they want the community run.
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&R’s), The rules and contract between the HOA and the homeowners, our own little constitution.
Policies are created by the board to adapt to changing circumstances of the community.
Some of them are:
Carport Pedestrian Gate Policy
Fine Policy
RV Lot Policy
Trash Can Policy
These are voted in and out as needed.
Property Management Company
Since the HOA board consists of all volunteers, most HOA’s hire a property management company to take care of the day to day running of the community. In a lot of cases the HOA is only as good or as bad as the property management company that it hires.
GUD Community Management
Our current property manager is Kari Griffiths.
GUD Community Management
4135 S. Power Road Suite 122
Mesa, AZ 85212
Main Phone: 480-635-1133
Large Group Event Request Form
Click here for a PDF download of the form
Planning a birthday party, family reunion, neighborhood gathering, or other large event at the Suntree park or pool? To help ensure everyone can enjoy our shared amenities, larger gatherings require advance approval from the HOA. The **Large Group Event Request Form** lets the Board and our property management company review your event, help avoid scheduling conflicts, and ensure the facilities remain safe and enjoyable for all residents. Approval may also be required to verify occupancy limits, parking, cleanup responsibilities, and compliance with HOA rules. Please submit your request well in advance of your planned event. An approved request must be received **before** hosting a large gathering in the common areas. If you have any questions about whether your event requires approval, please contact **Kari Griffiths at GUD Community Management** before making your plans. We’re happy to help make your event a success while keeping our community facilities available and enjoyable for everyone.