Collective Purchasing Power in Sylvania Subdivision

 We often associate home owner associations (HOAs) with annual fees. Typically they enforce deed restrictions and rules regarding the appearance of yards and homes and houses in a community. They may also maintain common areas subdivision property. Sometimes associations sponsor block parties social events or organize block parties. On occasion an HOA is a long forgotten relic of the time when neighborhood was young and recently built.

 Active associations can have other very important benefits for members including securing services and discounts for members. In the Sylvania Township, for example, the Cobblestone Home Owner Association recently arranged a group discount with a waste disposal company. In addition to saving participants money discount for homeowners, the arrangement is expected reduce garbage truck traffic and noise in the Cobblestones subdivision.

 Neighborhood associations can also play an important in addressing community problems. In the Toledo area HOAs are often seen working to address traffic, safety, school, local environmental and other issues that harm home values and the quality of community life.