The Ashburn Farm Association will begin conducting the off-property Annual Property Surveys at the end of April. To keep residents informed, the Association will notify the community each week via email blast with a list of the streets scheduled for inspection. In addition, signage will be posted on streets prior to inspection.

Inspectors will conduct surveys using publicly accessible areas, including streets, sidewalks, and Association Common Areas. The surveys will document visible conditions, and photographs will be taken of any items where compliance issues are observed. Following the inspection, homeowners will receive a letter identifying any items found to be out of compliance with the Ashburn Farm Association Architectural Design & Maintenance Standards.

As outlined in the Standards, homeowners are responsible for maintaining the exterior of their homes and any structures located on their lots. The following are examples of conditions that may be cited as violations if observed during the Survey:

• Dirt, stains, or mildew on any exterior structure or surface.

• Damaged, dented, or missing siding, flashing, and capping.

• Damaged or dented storm doors, entry doors, and garage doors.

• Peeling paint and exposed or rotted wood on any exterior area of the house.

• Broken or missing shutters, broken windows, or ripped/torn screens.

• Mailboxes and/or posts in need of repainting or repair.

• Playground equipment that is rusted, broken, or in need of repair or repainting.

• Fences with either broken, warped, or leaning pickets; missing parts; or excessive mold, mildew, or fungus.

• Decks and sheds in need of painting or repair.

• Concrete or masonry block foundations or steps in need of cleaning, repair or repainting.

• Rusting or corroding metal on railings, and rust stains on steps and landings.

• Missing or damaged gutters, downspouts, railings, etc.

• Mismatched siding or paint colors (e.g., shutters that are 2 or more different colors).

• Any exterior structure requiring maintenance or repair.

Please take a moment to conduct a visual inspection of the exterior of your home so that any potential issues can be corrected prior to the Annual Property Survey.

Please note that items cited during the Annual Property Survey are limited to conditions visible from off-property locations and do not constitute a resale disclosure inspection. Resale disclosure inspections are required for all properties being sold within Ashburn Farm.

For additional information regarding resale disclosure inspections, please contact the Covenants Department at resales@afhoa.net