LLA ' s Snow Removal Process
When we experience a winter weather event , many factors come into play during the snow removal process . We encourage residents to review the following so that there is less confusion about how this process works .
DURING A SNOW STORM The primary focus is always to keep all main roads within the community the best of our ability ( Eaglehead Drive , Sanandrew Drive , Pinehurst Drive , Finn Drive , etc .). After main roads are open and passable , secondary roads will be addressed . After primary roads and secondary roads have been opened , a pass can be made on courts and townhouses .
Spreading salt is not common during heavy snowfall , due to plowing still in progress . It is wasteful and unproductive to continuously salt roadways , and then repeatedly plow away the salt .
AFTER THE STORM Main roads will be opened and cleaned up first , followed by secondary roads . The final step is to clean all court heads , townhomes , and intersections . Salt will be spread on necessary areas .
Sidewalk Maintenance : Homeowners are responsible for snow removal on sidewalks in front of their property . Lake Linganore is responsible for common area sidewalks .
TIPS
• Parking in driveway reduces the amount of snow you have to shovel .
• Wait until all plowing is done before shoveling the apron of the driveway .
• Be cautious , often the main roads within the development are clear before Boyers Mill Road and Gas House Pike are entirely open and passable .
DO YOU HAVE ITEMS IN YOUR EASEMENT ? Rules & Regulations : 7-4-Easements & Rights-of-Way : No structures , plantings or other materials shall be placed on or within easements and rights-of-way which might damage or interfere with intended or permitted uses .
Residents are reminded that items should not be placed in the rights-of-way easement . While every effort will be made to preserve private property ; LLA nor its contractors will be held responsible for damage to items stored within the easement during snow plowing .
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS When will my road be plowed ? Primary roads are addressed first ( Eaglehead Drive , Pinehurst Drive , Sanandrew Drive , Finn Drive , etc .) followed by secondary roads . Once all primary and secondary roads are open , courts , cul-de-sacs , and townhouses will be opened .
Why haven ’ t they cleaned up my court thoroughly ? Once the snow has stopped , primary roads are cleaned up first , followed by secondary roads , courts , cul-de-sacs , and intersections . Also , cars parked on the side of the road or in courts make it difficult to maneuver and efficiently plow .
Why aren ’ t they spreading salt ? Under most circumstances , the salt will be put down after the snow has stopped . If you put salt down on top of snow , it will be plowed off the road .
Do I need to shovel my sidewalk ? Yes , the homeowner is in charge of shoveling the sidewalk in front of their homes ( including townhouses ). Snow should be removed from sidewalks within 24 hours from the time snow stops falling . The Association is responsible for common area sidewalks .
Once snow removal begins , please
• Be patient .
• Do not park your cars on the streets , cul-de-sacs , or courts .
• Park in driveways . Roads are narrow and make it difficult for plow trucks to pass , as well as liability if roads are slippery .
• Do not allow children to build tunnels in snow banks ( Plow trucks will push additional snow into pile ).
• Do not throw snow back into the roadway .
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