This topic will get decided on November 5th. I’s a bit complicated and would benefit from advance consideration. See also this explainer video. Or attend one of the “Open House” zoom sessions on September 20th at 2p and 7p Las Mañanitas time. Just drop in; no RSVP required.
This is a background briefing for a topic that will come up in the November 5th HOA Assembly – your approval of the “New Garages Project.” I don’t anticipate any objections, but it’s sufficiently complicated that I thought it wise to brief you in advance.
Last year, our HOA spent almost $100,000 USD on water, mostly for pools and landscaping. Last week, our Community Manager met with OOMSAPAS and learned that our rates will go up 36% NEXT YEAR!
You may wonder why the “New Garages” project is taking so long. Turns out, this is a case study in what happens when we deal with the complexities of Las Mañanitas’ legal structure and the requirements of Mexican law protecting Owners.
from Gringo Gazette AUGUST 12, 2022 Due to a huge reduction in Covid infections, the state’s health department has announced that all restrictions are lifted in Los Cabos, Mulege and Loreto, with the exception of entering a store, bar or…
For over 15 years, residents of all 3 Phases used the common areas of all 3 Phases AS IF they were one, big “Master” condominium. Legally, though, each Phase is independent.
In an earlier Assembly, Owners authorized creation of a Cross-Sharing Agreement. At the next Assembly (11/5/2022), we’ll need to ratify it.
This is an interim report to Las Mañanitas Owners on using desal to increase water security What about our current water supply? All new hotels along the Carretera Transpeninsular between San Jose del Cabo and Cabo San Lucas are required…
So, you would think that surrounded by all that water, potable water would not be a problem. Well, I am not telling any secrets when say that it is. In just about every survey of Baja Sur residents, water issues are almost always atop the list. Here are two Gringo Gazette stories with great information.
Bottom line answer: It depends. On whether you have permanent or temporary residency. On whether you generate rental income or other Mexican-sourced income. On other factors unique to YOUR situation. So our advice: talk with your professional advisors in Mexico….
This morning, Mexico’s government issued a notice that restrictive use of face masks in private and public places is no longer necessary due to the low rate of cases and the endemic state of the virus.
The railings are showing signs of corrosion and they will be removed, refinished and reinstalled, beginning now. You or your Property Manager will need to coordinate access.
A fox was recently seen by Security in one of their midnight rounds: (Watch on YouTube) Here’s another good reason to comply with Rule 15 “Pet food shall not be left outdoors so as to attract vermin”!!
Renovations and Hurricane Shutters – the Architecture Committee wants to remind everyone who plans to make any renovations or install any hurricane shutters that the work window is from June 15th to October 15th. The Remodel Application Form needs to be submitted 45 days in advance. (See the other related Rules here.)
Las Mañanitas has a shortage of garages. Some owners do not own a garage; some own two garages. The HOA uses three garages for storage and Casago (a tenant of the HOA) has access to one. Here’s a summary of the…
In February, BCS was assigned “Green” (low) COVID risk status, the first time since the Spring of 2020. On March 17, all Mexican states are now Green. Some states, e.g., Quintana Roo (Cancun), have dropped mask mandates, but the BCS mask mandate remains. For now.
