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SOMERSET REGIME FEE, POA FEE, OWNER RULES & REGULATIONS
Palmetto Dunes Real Estate | Hilton Head Island, SC
Q: Is There a Property Owners Association/POA Fee for Somerset Villas?
A: Yes, there is an annual Somerset Villas POA Fee, mandated by its association with the Leamington section of the Palmetto Dunes community. Owners in the Leamington section have access to all the Palmetto Dunes amenities.
To see the current annual Palmetto Dunes POA fee, click here.
Q: What Costs are Covered by the Property Owners Association/POA/HOA Fee?
A: Somerset Villas POA Fee covers costs associated with roadways, guard gates, common area amenities such as bike paths and community pools, lagoons and landscaping.
Q: Is There a Condo Association/Regime Fee for Somerset Villas?
A: Yes. The Somerset Villas Condo Association/Regime Fee is based on the square footage of the unit as a percentage of the overall ownership in the complex, and that fee is paid on a monthly basis.
To see the current monthly Somerset Villas Condo Association/Regime Fee, click here.
Q: What Costs are Covered by the Condo Association/Regime Fee?
A: The Condo Association/Regime Fee is a combined charge for various services that are necessary for the proper functioning of the Somerset complex. These services include maintenance, insurance, and overall management of the complex.
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The Regime Fee covers costs associated with building/grounds maintenance, common area electric (e.g., street lamps), common area landscape, community pool, hot tub, water/sewer, pest control, trash removal, and community grills.The Somerset Villas Regime Fee does not include building insurance or flood insurance in the monthly fee. Instead, fees for insurance will be billed as a separate, special assessment to all individual owners.
Q: What coverage is being offered by the insurance paid through the regime/condo association fee?
A: The Somerset Villas complex was built to commercial standards, which means it is insured in a way that is consistent with commercial properties.
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The Somerset Villas complex is covered by a single comprehensive policy that includes replacement coverage for the buildings and amenities in case of damage or loss. This insurance also provides liability coverage for common areas, as well as flood protection, but only for the building itself.Q: Should an owner of a Somerset Villa buy their own insurance policies?
A: Yes, an owner, will need its own flood and contents insurance.
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The building umbrella policy coverage, as we understand it, will build back the facility to its original specifications so long as they meet current code requirements. Once the building is built, the owner will be given a pre-determined amount to go into your space and fill it in with cabinets, flooring, appliances, bathrooms etc. This amount is likely far less than what the actual cost will be (because they will use the original spec of construction meaning possibly pricing for older style products such as laminate countertops, carpet flooring and pre fab showers for example.The owner should carry an HO6 policy to cover this gap should there be a loss.
Q: What are the capital reserves used for at Somerset Villas complex?
A: Every month, a portion of the fee you pay is set aside in a capital reserve fund. This fund is invested in secure accounts, with the intention of growing over time. The goal is to minimize the actual cost of ownership by using the funds to cover large capital projects, such as re-roofing, pavement for parking lots, building painting, and pool resurfacing, among others.
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Taking a proactive approach with these measures is intended to save money for the ownership in the long run. The funds are set up to help the board avoid having to levy special assessments. However, these assessments may still be necessary at times to pay for certain projects. Most complexes of this kind follow a 30-year capital project plan that is reviewed every 5 years to assess the future needs of the complex. These evaluations form the basis for the capital assessment portion of the monthly condo/regime fee.Q: Is there an ownership transfer fee for Somerset Villas to be paid to the Regime?
A: Somerset Villas do not have a transfer fee to the Regime.
Q: Is there an ownership transfer fee for Palmetto Dunes properties?
A: Yes, Palmetto Dunes has a one-time transfer fee of 0.5% of the purchase price for all real estate transactions within the community. This fee is usually paid for by the purchaser at the time of closing.
Palmetto Dunes Transfer Fee Details
The fee you pay is specifically intended for funding capital projects for the plantation, not for operating costs. These funds are being used for various projects like bridge replacements, improvements to bike trails, and other initiatives aimed at maintaining the overall health and modernity of the plantation.Q: Is there an ownership transfer fee for Hilton Head Island properties?
A:Yes, Hilton Head Island has a one-time transfer fee of 0.25% levied on every property sale on the island.
Hilton Head Transfer Fee Details
Around 30 years ago, Hilton Head Island established a land buying and parks reserve fund, which is financed by a transfer fee charged on every property sale that takes place on the island. This initiative has been very effective in acquiring properties that would have otherwise been developed, which could have led to increased traffic and congestion on the island. A significant portion of the land purchased has been designated as nature preserves, while the rest has been converted into the wonderful parks that we enjoy on the island today. For more information on this, please visit: Hilton Head Island Real Estate Transfer FeeQ: Where can I find the documents containing specific rules and regulations for a Somerset Villa owner?
A: You can access the links* below to find these documents.
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Q: What is the pet policy for Somerset Villas?
A: Somerset Villas do not allow pets for guests, but do allow pets for owners.
Q: Do Somerset Villas allow rentals?
A: No, Somerset Villas does not allow short term rentals of property in their complex.
While Somerset does not allow short term rentals/vacation rentals of property in their complex, they do allow for rentals longer than 12 months.
* All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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