Frequently Asked Questions
(updated 8/24/2024)
Q1: Where can I locate a copy of the community governing Covenants, Bylaws, and Amendments?
A: The Summit Ridge community is governed by the Covenants and Bylaws (herein after referred to as "Covenants"). The Covenants do not supersede any city, county or state ordinances. In general, the covenants are guidelines for all homeowners in the community, primarily governing property appearance and upkeep to allow our community to present a more unified appearance. For example, the split rail wooden fences are allowed, but privacy fences or metal chain link fences are not allowed. For more complete information please see your copy of the Covenants you received upon purchase of your home, or download them using the link above.
Q2: Does Summit Ridge have a community management company?
A: Yes. Our management company, Community Associations Management (CAM), handles many routine transactions such as homeowner resale packages, assessment fees or penalties, statements of HOA dues assessment, and architectural review request decision letters and violations. You can contact the community's representative directly: Ms. Cory Crawley; at 410-602-6898, extension 121; or via email at ccrawley@camllc.com.
Q3: What is the Architecture Review process?
A: The Covenants require that certain improvements or exterior structural changes (i.e., sheds, fences, decks, etc) be approved by the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) prior to the start of the project. This is in addition to any permits required by state, county or local authorities.
The homeowner is reponsible for all required Carroll County, Town of Mount Airy, or other permits prior to starting work. Please note that the HOA and ARC has no role in the permit process.
Once the request is received, it is reviewed by the
members of the ARC. Currently, the ARC consists of the three Directors and four community homeowners who have volunteered their time. Members
review the requests to ensure that they are in
accordance with the covenants, and that common sense is
applied to each decision.
After all members of the ARC review the request,
the homeowner is notified via postal mail and/or email by our CAM management agent.
NOTE: Per our covenants, it can take up to 60 days to approve or disapprove a request. Please submit your requests well in advance. Reminder, the ARC members are volunteers, and sometimes things are not done as quickly as we desire, despite our best intentions.
If a request is denied, you are welcome to revise your project based on the explanation provided and resubmit the request.
Q4: How do I submit an Architectural Review Request?
A: Prior to beginning your project, please obtain a copy of the Architectural Request Submission Checklist, which includes full instructions on how to submit an Architectural Review Request.
Review the Covenants, as needed.
You may submit your request directly to the ARC via email, or mail or email it to CAM (Ms. Cory Crawley, ccrawley@camllc.com). Attach any necessary forms and documentation, as noted in the Architectural Request Submission Checklist. Not submitting the appropriate documentation will delay your request.
CAM mailing address:
c/o Community Associations Management, Ms. Cory Crawley
3655A Old Court Road, Suite 15
Pikesvile, MD 21208
Q5: What is the CAM Portal?
A: The CAM Portal is where you pay your HOA fees, but it is for much more than just paying your account online. The CAM Portal offers you the ability to see your account in real time, make your payments, access association documents and HOA meeting minutes, enter and track maintenance requests, as well as many other options.
It is recommended that you provide a current email address so the HOA Board or CAM can reach you quickly with any community information.
For assistance, contact Ms. Cory Crawley; at 410-602-6898, extension 121; or via email at ccrawley@camllc.com or Ms. Joy Boone at jboone@camllc.com with CAM. You will need an account number or portal key. They will assist you. (You may cc the Directors at directors@summitridge-mountairymd.comfor awareness.)
Once your account is set up, you can access the Vantaca CAM Portal from your internet browser. See the Vantaca video and user guide for assistance.
Q6: How do I see my account or pay my HOA fees?
A: See What is the CAM Portal? above.
Q7: How can I get on the community email list?
A: The Directors will send periodic updates or information to homeowners who have an email address in the CAM Portal. A new email list is pulled from the portal for each communication. Homeowners may register more than one email for their residence, as needed. See Q5 for CAM Portal information and user guide.
Community emails will come from announcements@summitridge-mountairymd.com. (Add this email to your contacts so it does not end up in the junk/spam folder.)
Q8: How will I know what the annual assessment fee is?
A: The Board of Directors will begin to review the annual budget in October of each year. Once the budget is finalized, the budget and notice of annual fees is mailed to each homeowner, usually in December. The annual fee is due by January 1 of each year. You may pay the annual fee electronically on the CAM Portal (see "What is the CAM Portal?" in Q5 above) or by check via postal mail. The letter will provide complete details for remitting payment.
Q9: How do I obtain a copy of the covenants and resale package to provide to a buyer when I sell my home?
A: When you sell your house, it is required by law to provide a copy of the applicable documents for the community.
Contact our management company, CAM, representative: Ms. Cory Crawley; at 410-602-6898, extension 121; or via email at ccrawley@camllc.com.
You may also mail your request to CAM:
c/o Community Associations Management, Ms. Cory Crawley
3655A Old Court Road, Suite 15
Pikesvile, MD 21208