Summit Ridge Homeowner's Association Mt Airy, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

(updated 10/14/2024)

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?

NOTE: Effective 10/1/2024, the review process has changed. The updated process is outlined below.

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. The ARC consists of Summit Ridge homeowners who volunteer their time. ARC members review all requests to ensure that they are in accordance with the covenants, and that common sense is applied to each decision.

The homeowner is reponsible for all required Carroll County, Town of Mount Airy, or other permits prior to starting work. The HOA and ARC has no role in the permit process.

The process is as follows:

  1. Homeowner completes the Architectural Request Submission Checklist, which includes full instructions on submitting a Request.
  2. Homeowner submits the request to the ARC via email, or postal mail or email to CAM (Ms. Cory Crawley, ccrawley@camllc.com).

    3. Summit Ridge Homeowners Association
    c/o Community Associations Management, Ms. Cory Crawley
    3655A Old Court Road, Suite 15
    Pikesvile, MD 21208

    • Attach any necessary forms and documentation (photos, materials description/color, lot drawing, placement, etc.), as noted in the Architectural Request Submission Checklist.
    • Not submitting the appropriate documentation may delay your request.
  3. The ARC Chairperson reviews the request to ensure it is complete and compliant.
    • The Chairperson will request additional information, as needed.
    • The 60 day timeline begins when a complete and compliant request is received.
  4. The Chairperson routes complete requests to ARC members or their review.
    • If the ARC member(s) require more information, the Chairperson will send the request to the homeowner.
  5. NEW! The ARC will hold monthly open review meetings on the fourth (4th) Tuesday of every month, 7:00pm ET, via Zoom.
    • The monthly open review meetings provide an opportunity for homeowners to review requests and voice their approval or disapproval.
    • NOTE: A letter was mailed (10/11/2024) to the community homeowners explaining the open meeting process, how to preview requests on the CAM portal, and how to join the meeting.
    • IMPORTANT: architectural review requests must be received (complete and compliant) no later than one week prior to the open review meeting.
    • No decisions will be made during the open review meetings
  6. Following the open review meetings, the ARC members will send their votes to the Chairperson.
  7. The homeowner will be notified of the ARC decision via postal mail and/or email by our CAM Agent, Ms. Cory Crawley.
  8. If your request is denied, you are welcome to revise your project based on the explanation provided and resubmit the request.

Q4: 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, view current architectural review 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. You may add more than one email address to the portal.

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.com for 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.


Q5: How do I see my account or pay my HOA fees?

A: See What is the CAM Portal? above.


Q6: 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 "What is the CAM Portal?" (above) for 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.)


Q7: 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?" above) or by check via postal mail. The letter will provide complete details for remitting payment.


Q8: 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:

Summit Ridge Homeowners Association
c/o Community Associations Management, Ms. Cory Crawley
3655A Old Court Road, Suite 15
Pikesvile, MD 21208