Quick Hits...

Trash Collection
Only on Mondays

At its most recent meeting, the HOA Board approved modifying our trash collection contract with Republic Services to reduce trash pickup to one day per week, instead of two. 

As of Monday, June 2, trash will be picked up only on Mondays, with Thursday pickup eliminated. Recycling will continue to be picked up each Monday. A leaflet notification of this change was distributed throughout the neighborhood.

Although this change may involve some inconvenience to us, it will save Afton Glen more than $14,000 per year in trash pickup fees.

At the same time, the HOA is working with Republic to replace old yellow AAA recycling tubs with new recycling containers for homeowners who do not already have them. 

Yard waste will continue to be picked up on Wednesdays, from March through December. No plastic bags are allowed, per county rules. You must use either paper bags or a reusable container, or bundle brush. 

Some other pointers:

• Do our mail carriers a favor: Please don't put trash cans or stack up recycling containers in front of your mailbox.
  
• Please remember that our neighborhood guidelines do not permit ongoing storage of trash containers in front of your house or garage. 

See more details on our Trash page. You can schedule various special services at our trash hauler's web site, https://www.republicservices.com/.

Use the Most Current ARB Form 
for Approval of Your Project

When submitting an ARB request, be sure to use the most current version of the form, which is now dated February 2023. This PDF form can be downloaded, filled out electronically, and either emailed or sent by postal mail to our property manager, CSH Management. 

If you have any old copies of the form, throw them out. 

You can always find the most current form online at this web site, under the tab for Procedures > ARB Guidelines, at this link.

Plan ahead: Remember that ARB approval is needed for any exterior change, such as new door, siding, or trim colors; new shingles of a different type or color; property fences; new decks and additions; and mature tree removal. Thanks for your cooperation.

Revised Guidelines
for Driveways

If you are planning to redo your driveway in the near future, be aware of a recently revised rule in the ARB Guidelines. 

The previous guidance had stated that driveways "may consist of asphalt, concrete, or pavers" and that "the driveway color must be dark gray or black." The new wording clarifies that a wider range of color options are permitted, but all changes to an existing driveway —  whether in size, material, or color — still require you to submit a request for ARB approval. 

The revised rule states:

Driveways may consist of asphalt, concrete, or pavers. Black asphalt and natural color concrete are permitted. In all other cases, the driveway color must complement the existing house exterior color scheme and preserve the overall neighborhood aesthetic character. Homeowners must maintain driveways in good repair and neat appearance, such as repairing cracks, removing unsightly stains, and removing intrusive grass and weeds.

When choosing a surface material for your driveway, consider carefully the comparative pros and cons of the options, aside from their varying appearance. There are notable differences to balance, in terms of cost of future maintenance; tire traction and walkability in inclement weather; durability and expected life of service; and ease of cleaning, stain removal, sweeping, or snow removal.  

The most recent version of the complete Guidelines (December 2023) contains this revision and can be viewed or downloaded by clicking on this link.

Avoid Creating Street Obstructions 

Here are just a few reminders to help minimize traffic obstacles on Afton Glen streets: 

• Mailboxes: Don't park your cars or put trash cans in front of them. If your mailbox is blocked, the Postal Service can refuse delivery to your house. 
• Fire hydrants: Keep cars and trash bins away from hydrants. Fairfax County law states that parking is prohibited within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, and no special curb marking is required for enforcement. 
• Basketball hoops: These should not be in the street. Position them up behind the curb not blocking the sidewalk, or in your driveway. Anyone may report hoops on the street to VDOT as traffic hazards and, if not moved, they can be confiscated and removed by VDOT.

Are You New 
to Afton Glen?

See our page for neighborhood newcomers!

Need a Number?

Below is a list of useful contacts for common neighborhood issues. For a printable, postcard-size PDF copy of this list, click here.

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