Keeping West Winds Beautiful: We're Talkin' Trash...Cans & Garbage.

Here in the West Winds Subdivision, we take pride in maintaining a welcoming community where everyone can feel at home. Part of what makes our neighborhood such a pleasant environment is the collective effort we all put into keeping our properties clean and well-kept. That's why we're revisiting a few key points (Sections) from the West Winds HOA's CC&Rs (Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) and also highlighting some related City of Bozeman Ordinances that help ensure we're all doing our part.

Garbage and Trash (Section 13.12)

Let's face it—nobody wants to see trash bins or bags sitting out long after garbage day. It's not just about keeping things tidy; it's about maintaining the aesthetic of our neighborhood.

In accordance with our West Winds HOA governing documents, trash, debris, and garbage must not be Visible from a Neighboring Lot, the common areas, or the street except on designated collection days. On these days, residents are permitted to place their trash and garbage in approved containers and move them curbside in front of their residences for pickup. However, once collection has occurred, these containers must be removed from view before the following day.

Additionally, no incinerators or piles of refuse are allowed, and trash burning is strictly prohibited. No refuse pile, garbage, compost pile, or unsightly objects shall be allowed to be placed, accumulated, or suffered to remain anywhere on the Property. Keeping things clean prevents unsightly views and helps prevent odors, pests, and safety hazards.

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Garbage cans must NOT be Visible from a Neighboring Lot, the common areas, or the street - except on designated collection days

Applicable West Winds HOA CC&Rs Definitions:

• Section 1.28 "Lot" means any area of the Property designated as a Lot on any subdivision plat subject to the West Winds CC&Rs

  
  

• Section 1.39 "Property" means any real property now or hereafter made subject to the West Winds CC&Rs together with all buildings, improvements, and other permanent fixtures of whatever kind now or hereafter located thereon, and all easements, rights, appurtenances, and privileges belonging or in any way pertaining thereto.

  
  

• Section 1.48 "Visible from Neighboring Property" means, with respect to any given object, that the object is or would be visible to a six-foot-tall person standing at ground level on any part of the adjoining or neighboring property at an elevation no greater than the elevation of the base of the object being viewed, except where the object is visible solely through a view fence and would not be visible if the view fence were a solid fence pursuant to Article XVII which subjects additional property to this Declaration and/or imposes, expressly or by reference, additional restrictions and obligations on the land described therein.

City of Bozeman - Garbage Ordinances

In line with the City of Bozeman's ordinance (Sec. 32.02.040), garbage containers are allowed within the street right-of-way the night before and the day of solid waste collection only. Once the collection is complete, the containers must be stored off public right-of-ways (streets and sidewalks) for the remainder of the time. Following both the CC&Rs and the city ordinance helps ensure our streets and sidewalks remain clear, safe, and clutter-free.

Let's Work Together!

West Winds thrives because of our individual and collective commitments and efforts to make West Winds a beautiful and attractive neighborhood. By following these simple guidelines from our HOA and the City of Bozeman, we help protect the beauty of our surroundings and the value of our properties. We know everyone takes pride in their homes, so let's continue to work together to ensure our neighborhood remains a clean, safe, and inviting place for all.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to keeping West Winds at its best!

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The content provided in this blog/news story is intended for informational purposes only. It is designed to offer a simplified and reader-friendly overview of pertinent sections of the West Wind HOA's Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs), as well as the relevant city of Bozeman regulations, ordinances, or laws. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, this content should not be considered a substitute for the actual governing documents, applicable city laws, ordinances, or legal advice. Homeowners and residents are advised to consult the full, legally binding governing documents and city regulations or seek professional legal counsel for official reference or legal purposes.