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The Groves Golf and Country Club is located at 7924 Melogold Circle in Land O Lakes Florida 34637. Our phone number is 813.995.2832
 

 

 

 

Under The Groves CC&R's (Conditions, Covenants & Restrictions), the HOA Board is empowered to contract for bulk cable / communications services on behalf of all homes in The Groves. The cost of the bulk contract is apportioned equally to each home on a quarterly basis as part of the homeowners HOA dues.

 

The Groves contract with Spectrum covers cable and internet services. Phone and other services may be available for purchase directly from Spectrum but are not covered under the contract. 

 

The current bulk cable contract with Spectrum commenced in November 2023 and expires in 2028. 

Under the contract, Spectrum provides the service "Spectrum TV Select, Plus Entertainment View and Sports View."

Disney+ and Paramount+ are also included in the contract. Homeowners must contact Spectrum Customer Service to add these channels.

 

Spectrum provides a dedicated support number for bulk contracts.

The new rates and services officially commenced in November 2023 and will continue for 60 months expiring in October 2028. The new contract includes both video and internet. The 2024 contract amount per home is $45 plus taxes and fees which results in a HOA budget amount of about $52 per month / home billed quarterly as part of residents HOA fees. Internet (980mb download and 1 modem and 1 wireless router), three (3) XUMO TV boxes (cloud DVR – service included). No bill will be sent to the resident if the bulk video/internet stays within the contract provisions. Phone service is not included in the contract and is billed directly to the resident as well as any premium channels/ services. The contract also has a maximum annual increase of 3% beginning January 2026. 

 

 

Yes, you can use other service providers however, you must still continue to pay the bulk cable cost included in your HOA dues.

No. Because the bulk cable is billed directly to the HOA, modifications for individual residents cannot be made. However, if you are contracting with Spectrum for additional services beyond the bulk contract (ie. phone service, specialty channels, etc.), these are billed directly to you and can be removed. You should discuss this with the Spectrum Service Rep.

Spectrum has discontinued whole house DVR service.  If you currently have this service you can continue to keep it.  This will not be offered again in the future.  When talking to customer service insist on keeping whole house DVR. They will grandfather the equipment.

 

The new rates and services officially commenced in November 2023 and will continue for 60 months expiring in October 2028. The new contract includes both video and internet. Phone service and premium/sports channels are also available through Spectrum and will be billed directly to the homeowner each month. To add these services, contact Spectrum service.

You will continue to get a bill from Spectrum for any services not included in the bulk contract. Individually billed services include:

No bill will be sent to the resident if the bulk video/ internet stays within the contract provisions.

Yes. These charges are part of your HOA dues and the bulk contract applies to all homes whether you use the service or not.

Yes, you can keep an existing Spectrum provided cable modem and wireless router. However, to achieve the full rated speeds you will likely need to replace them. Please note that the new Spectrum wireless routers do not provide separate 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless networks or a "Guest" network. The router will automatically determine which speed to use depending on the device being connected. 

All resident available information can be found on the Greenacre Resident Portal. Access to the portal is restricted to registered Groves Owners. Please refer to https://Home.Greenacre.com for more information about how to register for access.

 

 

 

 

A community development district (CDD) is a local, special-purpose government framework authorized by Chapter 190 of the Florida Statutes. A CDD allows the developer to finance the costs with a CDD bond through tax-free municipal bonds. This is basically a loan. That “loan” is repaid by the homeowners in the community, with each property charged an annual amount. The CDD shows as an assessment on the homeowners’ tax bill each year and is collected by the county tax collector. Usually a portion of the CDD collected is the actual bond repayment, and the balance is the continued Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of the community. The bond portion has an end date similar to a mortgage.

Yes.

 

Please see the CDD Documents Page and contact the CDD Clubhouse manager for more information .

Yes.

 

Please see the CDD Documents Page and contact the CDD Clubhouse Manager for more information.

 

It is The Groves Policy that ONLY alcoholic beverages purchased from The Groves Grill will be allowed in the following clubhouse, community common areas and golf course:

This policy applies to ALL Groves Residents, their guests, visitors and outside caterers.

The Groves CDD owns the Clubhouse. The CDD Clubhouse Manager is responsible for the scheduling of any and all events taking place in the Clubhouse. Any issues with regard to maintenance or safety should be brought to the attention of the CDD Clubhouse Manager.

 

The CDD is also responsible for management of other community amenities including the Dog Park, Shuffleboard Courts, Bocce Ball Courts, Tennis Courts, Nature Walk, Butterfly Park, Fishing Pond, Entrance Gates, Roads, and all  water retention ponds in the community.

All home styles except Estate and Patio II are eligible for re-roofing under the Groves CC&R's. The current re-roofing schedule is as discussed below.

 

Watertight Roofing Services has been contracted by the HOA and will start December 3, 2018. The homes scheduled for reroofing are based on the closing date of the home. The first phase, composed of 2001 closings, includes eligible homes on Homosassa, Shaddock, Eustis, Genoa, and Trovita. Like the painting process, the roofing contractor will conduct inspections and notify homeowners with instructions and information.  A Notice of Commencement, required by the State/County permitting process, will be sent to each homeowner. If you are interested in knowing more, please see Florida State Statue 713.13 via www.leg.state.fl.us. 
 
The new roof comes with a GAF Golden Pledge Warranty. Club Homes will receive a 20-year labor and materials warranty and other homes, a 25 year. The contractor will register the warranty with GAF, and a copy will be placed in the resident file located on the HOA server at the Clubhouse. The ACC has approved five (5) shingle colors. Please ask the Groves Admin for the GAF Timberline HD Color Book. For all homes, the approved colors are Pewter Gray, Oyster Gray, Birchwood, Driftwood, Shakewood, and Weatherwood. Please carefully read the information provided by the contractor to insure a smooth reroofing experience. 

 

 

 

 

Accordion and roll-up style hurricane shutters may be left closed during hurricane season. Panel style shutters may be installed up to 48 hours prior to the expected arrival of a hurricane and must be removed 48 hours after a storm has passed by the area.

Yes, ACC approval is required prior to the initial installation of hurricane shutters on your house. Please see the prior FAQ which covers the deployment of shutters once they have been installed.

The HOA is responsible for the Golf Course. The CDD is responsible for all other facilities (clubhouse, pool, security, dog park, outdoor amenities).

No, The Groves does not have an official Facebook page or group. There are two groups on Facebook which are operated by residents however, you should not consider any information posted in these groups as official.

Golf carts may not cross over or drive on any road with a posted speed limit of 35 mph or higher. 

No motor vehicle can be driven on a public sidewalk. A golf cart is only allowed on the sidewalk in the immediate area of a golf course and then only to cross from one portion to the other.

Yes, if you violate Florida traffic laws governing the use of golf carts on public roads you can be cited.

While Florida does not require the owner of a golf cart to hold liability insurance, it can offer peace of mind: Golf carts can get stolen or damaged, and they can also cause serious damage or injuries in an accident.

 

Playing golf after the pro shop has closed is permissible only to those who have annual own cart memberships and play card holders that are current with their payments. Those players should advise the pro shop prior to closing and prior to their play and complete their play prior to course closing time. Those who are not paid up annual own cart members are not permitted to start golfing after the pro shop has closed for the day. Annual memberships should have the annual decals clearly posted on both sides of their golf cart.

 

The American Alligator grows to between 11 and 13 feet and can weigh up to 800 pounds. The best thing to do is Leave It Alone. Alligators want to be away from you just as much as you want to be away from them. Please exercise appropriate caution when retrieving balls from pond areas or areas adjacent to ponds or when walking pets near ponds.

You can add people temporarily or permanently to your guest list by using the PROPTIA app. or website  https://www.proptia.com

 

If you do not have a computer or need additional help, please see the CDD Property Manager at the Clubhouse. 

 

 

 

 

There are 3 possible numbers:
866-913-9565
888-558-9911
844-597-5413

There is a guard on-duty in the Gatehouse from 7AM to 7PM daily. During this time visitors and tradespeople will be requested to state their business for entering the Groves, however, because our roads are public, the guard cannot prevent anyone from entering. After 7PM at night, access to the Groves is limited to Residents and approved visitors and service personnel.

Only residents with a Vehicle Bar Code can use the rear gate access. All visitors must use the Main Gate.

A fine imposed by the HOA fine accumulates at $100. per day for each day the violation continues from the violation date to a maximum of $1000. This process is governed by Florida Statute and HOA governing documents.

 

 

The Board of Directors has taken a firm stance on fining residents that do not follow the Community Standards. Please discuss any proposed changes with the CAM and submit an Architectural Control Committee (ACC) Approval Form  BEFORE MAKING ANY exterior changes to your home.

 

Failure to comply may result in a minimum $100 fine. A number of residents have been caught changing the exterior appearance without approval of the ACC. Don’t be one of those who have to go through the stress of the compliance process. It’s totally avoidable.

 

If you have been cited for “C.S. 2-01 – No prior ARC/ACC approval,” remove the cited items until approval is obtained to avoid the $100 Fine.

 

If residents have questions, please call or come by the Office.   
 

One of the significant benefits of living in a Florida deed restricted community is the ability of the association to adopt and enforce community standards in order to maintain property values and avoid the problems associated with neighbors who allow their homes to fall into disrepair or fail to abide by the rules creating a nuisance for the entire neighborhood. 

 

A "Violation Notice" can be initiated by the CAM (Community Association Manager) for any one of several reasons:

The installation of externally mounted home security cameras must be approved by the ACC as they represent a change to the exterior of your home. Also in compliance with Florida privacy law they may not be installed in such a way that they have a view into areas of your neighbor's home where there would be a reasonable expectation of privacy (ie. Windows, Lanai).

Yes. besides Golf there are many activities as shown here on our Lifestyle & Amenities Page.

Children & grandchildren are welcome in The Groves however, under Amendment Two of our CC&R's, "No person under the age of twenty-two (22) shall be allowed to permanently occupy any residential unit in The Groves Golf & Country Club. Occupancy by said individuals in any residential unit(s)  for more than thirty (30) consecutive days days or for a total of forty-five (45) days in a calendar year shall constitute "permanent" occupancy". Please consult with the CAM  if you require clarification.

Yes, but there are restrictions. Please contact the Community Association Manager who will explain The Groves requirements and restrictions prior to making any arrangements. In general, short term arrangements like VRBO, Airbnb, HomeAway, etc. are not allowed.

Yes. you may use the cart paths during non-operational hours:

Click on this link for information published by Pasco County about what work requires a permit and when you may be exempt from obtaining a permit. Contact Pasco County Central Permitting in Land O' Lakes at 813-929-2749 if you have additional questions.
 

Please do not engage or escalate with your neighbor. Contact the Community Association Manager and discuss the issue.

Prior ACC approval is required for any change to the exterior appearance of your home.

The changeover to digital distribution was vetted through the community via several surveys and received final HOA Board approval in August 2018. In the surveys, the majority of residents were in favor of digital distribution.
 

No, Residents making unauthorized changes may be held financially responsible for all costs associated with returning the pond to its original state. 

The retention ponds are maintained by the CDD in compliance with Florida SWFWMD requirements. The CDD works closely with our pond maintenance company to keep the water as clear and free from invasive plants and algae as possible. Each month the Board reviews the report provided by the vendor showing pictures of each pond along with results of the previous month’s treatment and plans for the necessary treatments in the upcoming month. The CDD is required by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) to ensure our ponds continue to maintain the same volume of water as when the development was new. Soil “sloughing” in from the banks as well as decaying plant material is the enemy for all of our ponds so the Board will look into the costs of dredging and hydro-raking just in case it becomes absolutely necessary in the future. Both procedures are ridiculously expensive and will be avoided as long as possible. 

You must obtain approval from both the ACC and PASCO County. Failure to obtain prior approval may result in fines from both the Groves HOA and PASCO County.

 

Please go to www.pascocountyfl.net or use the link PASCO Tree Removal Permit to obtain more information.

 

Also remember to call 811 before you dig to have to have underground wiring and pipes marked and make sure you use a reputable tree removal company with appropriate insurance to cover any mishaps that may occur during the removal process.

 

 

Contact The Groves Admin @ (813)995-2832 or stop by The Groves Clubhouse where The Groves Admin will set up your web account.

Contact The Groves Admin @  (813)995-2832. She will provide instructions to reset your password.

They are located in the Drop Down Menu under Resources. 

Certain information on our website such as the resident directory with phone numbers and our HOA financial information are subject to privacy laws and may not posted in the public area.