1.2 What happens when people do not pay dues for an extended period, not just late? Letters will be sent out following legal guidelines to homeowners. For persistent nonpayment of dues, liens may be placed against homeowner's property. This is for the benefit and protection of all the homeowners. (Reference Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions For Copperfield, commonly referred to as CCR's or Deed Restrictions)
1.3 Where can I get a copy of the Copperfield Homeowners Association Bylaws? You should be able to click on the "Legal Documents"button on the menu. You may read or print out the copy that is on-line. Or please write to:
J. D. Gressett
4747 Renwick Drive
Bryan, TX 77802 who will send you a copy.
2.1 Can you stop those driving at dangerous speeds down my street? Call Bryan Police at 361-3888 and report the violator. Try to provide as much information as possible, so that the Police might be able to track down the speeder. The more reports phoned, the greater is the opportunity to have the Police monitor the street. Speed bumps, etc. require the residents living on the street to approve such devices.
2.2 When will University Drive extend around Copperfield and tie into the Steep Hollow Rd?
It is in the 10 year area plan of road & highway projects.
3.2 I plan to construct an addition or change the appearance of my house, or make other modifications which alters the improved property. How do I get permission to do it? First you will want to check the covenants & restrictions for your particular block and lot. This information should be among the original papers and documents you received upon purchase of the property. Major modifications, changes and/or additions should be submitted to the Architecture Control Committee for their approval and/or recommendations. Include necessary diagrams, drawings, rationale, builder and appropriate information. Be sure to allow sufficent time for this approval - the committee can take up to 45 days to respond to a request.
Structures in the front, side and back yards including fences planned for your property, need to be checked out before construction. You may contact the committee by contacting the chair at:
Richard Palasota, Chair
Architectural Committee
5311 Draycott Court
Bryan, TX 77802
774-4715
rpalasota@aol.com
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4.1 Watering causes white alkali buildup around the yard which can damage or kill trees and shrubs. What can be done? The professionals say that over watering is a big problem causing alkali (basic) buildup which damages plants with our city water. They recommend a good lawn watering of at least an inch once a week which will help cause the roots to grow down deeper. Most trees do not need to be watered, and many will die from excessive watering. Acidification can be applied through Sulfur or other applications obtained at the garden shops. Test kits are usually available to check the acidity of soils. Also check the newspapers for frequent articles in this regard.
4.2 Our swimming pool is good for small children, but what about a larger pool for adults as well? As you know large swimming pools are expensive. It would probably be up to the City of Bryan to plan and fund such a large and expensive project. The nearest city pool is Bryan Aquatics Center which is open year round. It is heated and annual passes may be purchased. It appears in discussions with city officials that the priority for pools presently is towards the west side of Bryan.
4.3How do I arrange to use the Copperfield Homeowner's Swimming Pool? The swimming pool usually opens in May of each year. There is a fee for use of the pool. In 2000 the fee was $85for a family during the season. A week or so before the pool opens, applications are available on the front porch located at 4112 Coventry Court. Leave your check and the completed form. You will be notified about picking up a key and other information about use of the pool. There are about 100 families using the pool each year.
Rental of the facility for parties is available. Forms for rental are available at the same location. Only Copperfield Homeowners paying the family season fee may use the pool or rent the facilities for parties.
4.4 What can I do to stop neighbors' dogs from barking? You may call the animal control at 361-3888 and report the problem. There is a procedure that is followed by the city to correct the problem. That means that you have to continue calling if the dog or dogs do not quit barking. Also, stray dogs, cats and other pets who run through the neighborhood without someone maintaining them with a leash should be reported by calling 361-3888.
4.5 How do I obtain an American Flag on flag display holidays? Call the chairman of the program at 774-7529 or write to Flags Across Bryan at 2705 Osler Boulevard, Bryan TX 77802 and ask for an application blank. The program is sponsored by Scout Troop 977 and the men of the United Methodist Church of Bryan.
Subscriptions cost $25.00 per year. The program provides and places U.S. flags in the yards of subscribers on selected official holidays during each year. A subscription covers a calendar year.
The Copperfield Homeowners' Association pays the subscription to place flags along the entrance to Copperfield Drive. Also, individuals help to extend the number of flags along Copperfield and Canterbury Drives by sponsoring flags as memorials. You may make a memorial donation by noting such on a subscription blank.
5.1 Whom Do I call to report that the lights are not lighting the entrance signs properly? Call 774-0642 and speak to Sanders Ledbetter. He has volunteered to make the contacts and follow up on the repair of these lights.
5.2 Who should I call about dead animals in the street? Call City Dead Animal Pickup at 209-5900.
5.3 Who is responsible for picking up trash and debris along the streets and sidewalks? Actually, its everyone's responsibility. Each individual should be responsible for not littering. There are some individuals in the community who include picking up trash during their regular exercise walks, along the main drives of the neighborhood. We salute these individuals and express our thanks on behalf of the Association.
The City says that a street sweeper operates throughout the community on a monthly basis. If you do not notice the street sweeper in your neighborhood monthly, call the Public Works Call Center at 209-5900 to report it.
5.4 Who picks up fallen trees, limbs, brush, etc.? The City does. Cut and stack brush at the curb in front of your house with cut ends facing the street. Stack brush away from parked cars, low hanging limbs, and mail boxes. It must be curbside before 6AM on Monday of the scheduled week of collection. Copperfield is in Residential Service Area #1. The schedule provides for every other week collection. To obtain a schedule call 209-5900 or go to www.ci.bryan.tx.us. Don't mix brush with junk or other items placed on the curb for collections.
5.5 How do I get rid of large household items? The City considers bulky items to include furniture, stoves, refrigerators, hot water heaters, washing machines, old bicycles, etc. Place bulk items curb side before 6AM on the Monday of the scheduled week of collection for Service Area 1. Don't include hazardous materials, any liquids, tires, concrete, dirt or large amounts of building materials. Units containing freon must be certified by a licensed technician to be free of freon before collection. The city will collect it, if a $20 fee is paid in advance. Call 209-5900 or go to www.ci.bryan.tx.us for more information.
5.6 If I don't mulch yard waste & leaves what do I do with it? The City proudly promotes the Don't Bag It Program, but they say if that's not your bag, then follow this procedure to have it collected. Bag your leaf and yard waste and place at the curb near your garbage container on the same day your regular garbage is collected. Call 209-5900 and asked about using special "Kraft" recyclable bags which the City will provide. It's a program under development.
5.7 Where should I take my used Christmas tree? Watch the local news media for special programs concerning Christmas trees. In the past the City has exchanged seedlings for used Christmas trees. If your tree is flocked, it will have to be disposed as a bulky item (see disposal of bulky items). Non-flocked trees should be placed at curbside for collection by the leaf and yard waste crews or they may be taken to the Bryan Compost facility located on Pleasant Hill Road.
5.8 What do I do with used crankcase oil, old household cleaners, paint, batteries, herbicides, pesticides, and other such items?
Watch for announcements in the local news media of the Brazos Valley Hazardous Household Waste Collection Day. It is held in the spring and fall of each year. There is no charge for the disposal of these hazardous items.
This page was last updated on October 16, 2008.