There are many good reasons for Owners to keep trees and bushes trimmed off of the buildings. First, with winter storms on the way, trees encroaching on the buildings can cause damage to the roofing tiles or siding. Damage caused by trees in the Owner’s yard becomes the Owner’s responsibility to pay for. The HOA is trimming the trees in the common areas.
The second reason to keep trees and bushes trimmed off buildings is that rodents and other pests can actually use them as a pathway to get on the roof, and potentially into the buildings.
Last but not least, the HOA is preparing to paint the buildings, so all trees and bushes must have enough space for the painter to get in there and paint. Tree branches should be trimmed 2 to 3 feet away from the buildings, and bushes should never be allowed to grow directly on the stucco or siding. If you have ever pulled a vine off a stucco wall, you know the scar that is left by the roots which dig into the walls. Thank you in advance for being proactive and getting the trimming done as soon as possible.
