Community News

By Scott Wingfield

2025 is looking to be another busy year for all. It seems everywhere you turn there is either new construction or renovation improvements taking place. Parks and open spaces are bursting with activity, and residents are starting projects for their property. As we continue to go about our busy everyday lives, it helps to revisit some of the promises we made to each other when we moved to Summerlin. Residents agreeing to share cost for well-kept common area amenities, while also adhering to common-sense neighborhood rules. These yearly best-practice reminders are for those of you who may have forgotten some of these items, as well as to the five to 10 percent of our Summerlin resident population that renews each year.

               Trash and Recycling Containers – Should be placed curbside no more than twelve (12) hours before a scheduled pick up and must be removed promptly. When not at the curb, these containers are required to be stored out of view. Due to our occasional high winds, it is imperative that these containers are secured and/or completely closed to prevent any debris from blowing to your neighbors’ yards.

               Street Parking – This tends to be a sensitive issue in the community. Every effort should be made to organize your garage to accommodate as many vehicles as was originally designed. Excess vehicles should be parked on the driveway. Parking on the street is highly discouraged and, if you are in a sub-association, you may have more strict rules and regulations. For your neighbors’ sake, please make a habit of first using your garage and then driveway for your vehicles. The safety and appearance of your neighborhood will be much improved.

               Vehicle Maintenance – Working on your vehicle must be confined to the garage with the garage door closed. GARAGE DOORS are to be kept closed except for reasonable ingress/egress.

               Pet Owners – One of the more frustrating community-wide issues is irresponsible residents walking their pets unleashed. Please remember that dogs and cats must be leashed when not contained in the house or yard. In addition, pets should be kept quiet within reason both day and
night and all residents must always clean up after their pets.

               Boats, Campers, Trailers, Recreational Vehicles – Should not be parked on the driveway or on the street for more than 24 hours.

               Property/Exterior Appearance – Our dry, hot climate can be hard on the exterior paint and other material sur-faces of your home. Please make a habit of walking the exterior of your home a couple of times a year to identify and repair any items that need attention.

               Submit For All Exterior Changes/Improvements – You must submit to your respective Design Review Committee prior to starting any exterior changes/improvements. All additions such as landscaping, sheds, pools, patios, patio covers, gazebos, rolling shutters, solar screens, house color changes, string/bistro lighting etc. require approval by the Association. This review process allows the Association to provide fellow members with comfort that all improve-ments will meet or exceed the community’s uniform standards. Please note that the City of Las Vegas, Clark County and your sub-association may have additional requirements for you to satisfy.

By embracing these common-sense day-to-day practices in the community, Summerlin will continue to reflect the joy we all take in its appearance. Thank you all for your efforts.