Hideaway Community Association
Post Office Box 6881
Columbia, MD 21045
To New Resident(s) of the Hideaway Community Association!
We would like to be the first to welcome you to the Hideaway. The HCA strives to best
represent our community, and we are here to assist you in any way that we can. With this
in mind, we have put together this Welcome Packet in the hopes that it will provide you
with some information as a new homeowner about the Hideaway, and also give you quick
access to some information about the surrounding area. The Hideaway is a Homeowners
Community Association (HCA) that is part of the Village of Kings Contrivance, so we are
subject to the covenants of the HCA and of Kings Contrivance.
We have a great community and part of our collective goal is to maintain the appearance of
and the community atmosphere of the Hideaway. This improves not just our quality of
living, but also improves the value of our homes; which I think all will agree is a great goal.
We would love for your help in this endeavor, and we are happy to welcome you to the
neighborhood. Also, for new residents, you can stop by the Kings Contrivance Village
Center and pick up a packet of useful information from the Amherst House.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email at HideawayHotline@gmail.com. If
you think that there is information that would be helpful to include in future iterations of
this packet, then please feel free to suggest these changes to us.
For our records and communication in the future, please send us an email at your
earliest opportunity to HideawayHotline@gmail.com and include your full name,
address and a current email address. We prefer to communicate electronically if
possible (to save trees and money) and your assistance would be appreciated!
Bobby Buckheit
Secretary, Hideaway Community Association on behalf of the HCA Board
Table of Contents
Topic
Hideaway Community Association Board Member Contact Info
Hideaway Community Association Map
Important Phone Numbers and Misc. Information
Kings Contrivance and Hideaway Covenant Information
Hideaway Districted School Information
Community Parking Guidelines
Trash Pick-Up guidelines
Hideaway Map and Trash Pick-Up Locations
Howard County Trash and “unique” item Pick-Up
The Columbia Association Information
Local Grocery and Shopping Information
Local Entertainment
Park and Walking Trail Information
Pet Owner Information (Dog Parks and Pet Clean-Up)
Other Useful Home Information
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Hideaway Community Association Information
HCA Meetings are Held Monthly – 3-11 Board Members allowed yearly
When: 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00pm.
Where: Howard County Central Library, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Our Annual Meeting is held once per year at the Amherst House for the Election of the
Board of Directors (one year term)
Members of the Board 2015
Liz Boateng
9710 Softwater Way
240-338-1940
eab0416@verizon.net
Position(s): President
Shellie Rogers
9707 Softwater Way
410-608-6121
shellierogers@hotmail.com
Position(s): Newsletter, Architectural
Bobby Buckheit
9838 Rainleaf Ct
240-818-8452
rwb209@gmail.com
Position(s): Secretary, Communications
John R Sears Jr.
9729 Softwater Way
(302) 236-0543
jsears50_2000@yahoo.com
Position(s): Vice President
Carol Kozora
9851 Softwater Way
301-317-9310
caroltom5@verizon.net
Position(s): Social, Architectural
Jose Teneza
9828 Softwater Way
301-490-4429
androidcupcake1@gmail.com
Benedicta (Bennie) Lassey
9846 Softwater Way
410-309-5953
benelass@hotmail.com
Susan Warren
9826 Softwater Way
443-604-1314
s.dale.warren@gmail.com
Position(s): Grounds
Email Address for correspondence: HideawayHotline@gmail.com
Facebook Information:
 Group Name: The Hideaway Association Communication Board
 Great group for quick communications, and also for simple things such as
recommendations for contractors, babysitters/Nannys and other misc. information
 Search for this group and request to join
 Link: www.facebook.com/groups/1567949296777280/
Website: www.hideawayca.org
Address: Hideaway Community Association, Post Office Box 6881, Columbia, MD 21045
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Hideaway Community Association Map
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Important Phone Numbers and Misc. Information
Village of Kings Contrivance Community Association
Address: Amherst House, 7251 Eden Brook Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Website: www.kingscontrivancecommunityassociation.org/
Phone: (410) 381-9600
Hours of Operation
9:00 am to 9:00 pm Monday through Thursday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm Friday
10:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturday
Howard County Government
Address: 3420 Courthouse Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043
Helpful Phone Numbers and Websites:
Animal Control
BGE
www.bge.com
Comcast
www.Comcast.net
Columbia Association
www.columbiaassociation.com
Columbia Library--Central
Columbia Library--East Side
Domestic Violence Center
Drug Tip Line (Anonymous)
Howard County Information
www.howardcountymd.gov
Howard County General Hospital (Main)
Howard County General Hospital (Emergency)
Howard County Public Schools
www.hcpss.org
Grassroots Hotline
The Mall in Columbia
www.themallincolumbia.com
Miss Utility
www.missutility.net
National Poison Center
Police (Non-Emergency)
Post Office, Main Columbia
Sign (County) Repair/Replacement
State Roads
Street Light Repair
Street Maintenance/Repair
Trash/Recycling Collection
Water & Sewer Emergencies
Verizon
www.verizon.net
Voter Information
410-313-2780
410-685-0123
1-888-266-2278
410-715-3000
410-313-7800
410-313-7700
410-997-0304
410-290-3784
410-313-3000
410-740-7890
410-740-7777
410-313-6600
410-531-6677
410-730-3300
1-800-257-7777
1-800-222-1222
410-313-2200
410-381-4373
410-313-7450
410-531-5533
410-685-0123
410-313-7450
410-313-6444
410-313-4900
410-954-6260
410-313-2727
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Kings Contrivance and Hideaway Covenants
Information
Online Copy of Covenants: www.kingscontrivancecommunityassociation.org/node/11
New Resident Information and Welcome letter:
www.kingscontrivancecommunityassociation.org/node/20
A copy of the Kings Contrivance Covenants can be found online at the link above and can
be obtained by visiting the Kings Contrivance Village Center at the Amherst House. Address
and contact information is on the previous page. The Hideaway is bound by the covenants
of the Hideaway Community Association and the Village of Kings Contrivance.
If you are making an exterior alteration to your home, or are planning to operate an inhome business, it is likely you need approval from the Kings Contrivance Community
Association. Information on the Covenants (taken from the Kings Contrivance Website) can
be seen below:
“WHAT ARE THE KINGS CONTRIVANCE VILLAGE COVENANTS?
The covenants are among the many legal documents you (or your landlord) received within
days of signing the contract for your new home. We hope that you took time to read and
understand them.
The covenants are a binding legal obligation between the King Contrivance Community
Association and each lot owner in the village and they "run with the land" as part of your
deed of ownership. There are similar covenants, or contracts, for each of the other villages
of Columbia. Our covenants assure the residents of certain minimum standards for land
use, architectural design and property maintenance throughout the village. They also
provide for your membership in the Kings Contrivance Community Association, Inc., and
establish the mechanism for the operation of the association.
Because of the legal, contractual nature of the covenants, it is important that all exterior
alterations to residential properties covered by the Guidelines be approved through the
architectural review process. If an alteration is made without approval, you incur the risk
of legal action in order to compel modifications consistent with the Guidelines. Such legal
action may cloud the title on your property.
The covenants are not easily changed. 60% of lot owners in the Village must agree to
change the covenants. Lot owners, not in violation of the covenants, may cast one vote per
unit owned if changes to the covenants are proposed.
If you cannot locate the copy of the covenant you received when you purchased your home,
you can purchase a copy at Amherst House. If you are wondering about a specific change to
your property, you can look at The Guidelines (which can be found on this site). The
Guidelines are a practical interpretation of the covenants and they stand as a
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straightforward guide for the Resident Architectural Committee (RAC) and residents to
follow.”
The Hideaway Covenants can be found on our website, and are also listed under
“Important Documents” on our Facebook page. Please take some time to read through
these covenants, and if you have any specific questions feel free to reach out to us at
HideawayHotline@gmail.com
Snow Removal
As part of the covenants, you are responsible for shoveling the sidewalks adjacent to your
property. The HCA has a Ground Company that assists in snow removal, but any help is
appreciated. Each resident is possible for removing snow around their cars, and we would
ask that you help your neighbors if possible.
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Hideaway Assigned School Information
Please see information below on the schools for which we are zoned as part of the
Hideaway. Additional information on schools can be found on the Howard County Public
Schools Website (http://www.hcpss.org/).
New for the school year 2015-2016, two doses of Varicella (chickenpox) will be required
for admission to kindergarten, and a single dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis)
and Meningococcal vaccine will be required for all students entering Grade 7.
Vaccination requirements for 2015-2016 school year can be found on the Howard County
Health Department website. Parents should contact their health care provider to determine
if their child requires additional immunizations.
If you have any questions, contact the Mrs. Wlodarczyk, Health Room Assistant, at 410-8805836 or HCPSS Health Services at 410-313-6812.
Hammond Elementary School
Email: http://hes.hcpss.org/
Address: 8110 Aladdin Drive, Laurel MD
20723
Phone Number: 410-880-5890
School Hours: 9:00am – 3:30pm
Principal: Kimberlyn Pratesi
Bus Route #: 858
Bus Pickup Time: 8:34am
Mascot: Tigers
Hammond Middle School
Email: http://hms.hcpss.org/
Address: 8100 Aladdin Dr. Laurel, MD
20723
Phone Number: 410-880-5830
School Hours: 8:05am – 2:50pm
Principal: Kerry Dufresne
Bus Route Number: 897
Bus Pickup Time: 7:41am
Mascot: Vikings
Hammond High School
Email: http://hammondhs.org/
Address: 8800 Guilford Rd. Columbia, MD
21046
Phone Number: 410-313-7615
School Hours: 7:25am-2:10pm
No Bus Route, Walk Zone
Principal: Marcy Leonard
Mascot: Golden Bears
Bus Pick-up Location is at the
intersection of Clocktown Lane and
Softwater Way. Information on bus
routes can be found by visiting
http://www.hcpss.org/.
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Hideaway Parking Guidelines
The Hideaway prides itself on being a community of good neighbors who are civil,
respectful and considerate to each other. The purpose of the Hideaway Parking Guidelines
is to ensure this culture extends to resident parking. The Hideaway Community was
designed to provide two parking spaces per townhome. The following parking
guidelines are a reflection of our culture and community design.
Resident Parking
 Residents should park no more than two vehicles per household in lined spaces.
This will enable all residents the opportunity to park close to their home. Additional
vehicles should be parked along the curb or on the street. Vehicles that are seldom
used and parked for prolonged periods of time should also be parked along the curb
or on the street.
Visitor Parking
 Visitors should park along the curb or along the street. In those cases where a
resident may want a visitor to park in a lined space, the resident should move their
vehicle to the street so the visitor has a lined space.
General Guidelines
 Reserving Parking
o There is no reserved parking in our community. A resident may park in any
parking space within the HCA. Items placed to reserve parking are not
permitted. Note: A lot of time and effort is spent digging out parking
spaces when it snows. Please do not park in any spaces you have not
dug out yourself. Be a good neighbor. There may be circumstances of which
you aren't aware.
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Unregistered/Unlicensed vehicles
o The storage of unregistered/unlicensed vehicles or vehicles with expired
tags, on Hideaway Community Association property may be subject to
ticketing or removal in accordance with Hideaway Community Association
bylaws, Columbia Association guidelines, and Howard County laws.
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Commercial, industrial and recreational vehicles: Extended parking of
commercial, industrial and recreational vehicles are not permitted on Hideaway
Community Association Grounds.
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Parking in an inordinate manner: Parked vehicles should not encroach upon an
adjacent parking space (i.e., park over the dividing lines).
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Portable Moving/Storage Units and Dumpsters: Portable moving/storage units
and dumpsters that take up no more than one parking space are permitted in the
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Hideaway with a minimum of one week's prior notice to the Hideaway Community
Association Board. Residents should park one of their vehicles on the street to
accommodate the unit. Requests may be denied when the proposed placement of
the unit might affect Hideaway Community Association maintenance activities.
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Fire Lanes: Fire lanes are designated by Howard County. Residents should never
park along designated fire lanes marked by red paint. Enforcement of fire lane
parking regulations is handled by the Howard County Police Department.
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Traffic Control Signs: Traffic control sign (e.g. "No Parking from Here to Corner")
placement is designated by Howard County. Residents should obey all traffic control
signs. Enforcement of traffic control sign regulations is handled by the Howard
County Police Department.
Last Note:
Most importantly, be courteous and be a good neighbor. With only two spaces
designated per household, there will be parking issues from time to time, especially on the
courts where parking is in a square position…this will be mot pronounced on Summer Park
and Lower Softwater Way. For example, and as brought to our attention by one of our
residents, “on the square part of summer court, there are roughly 26 houses and 36
parking spaces. On the long street part of Summer Park Court there are 18 houses and 52
parking spots…in reality, we can not all park in front of our houses in the square portion.”
This highlights the need to be a good neighbor, and if you have multiple cars and already
have a “prime parking spot” with one car, try and park a little bit further away in respect
for your neighbors.
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Hideaway Trash Pick-Up Guidelines
Date and Time of Collection:
 Recycling is picked up every Wednesday and Trash is picked up every Friday
(Howard County Schedule). Collections may occur anytime between 7 AM and 6 PM.
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Place your trash & recyclables out after 6 PM the day prior to pick-up.
Trash Pick-up Locations
 Please see the map on the following page. The locations for trash pick-up are
noted by a red dot. Please find your house number, and place your trash at the
nearest trash pick-up location. If you have any questions please email us at
HideawayHotline@gmail.com
General Guidelines:
 Collect your empty containers as soon as possible, preferably the day of
collection. Trash cans and Recycling bins should not be left at pick-up locations
indefinitely. This is both and aesthetic issue as well as a hygienic issue. Cartons &
empty trashcans left around are an eyesore.
 Trash should not go out more than the nigh before pick-up. This usually leads
to animals spreading trash. Also, if you are going to place trash out, we would
suggest in trashcans. If you place bags alone, all of the critters can rip the bag and
get in.
 If the containers are left for an extended period of time, and because they are on
common property, these containers will be considered trash and subject to
being discarded.
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Hideaway Map and Trash Pick-up Locations
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Howard County Trash and “unique” Item Pick-Up
Information on bulk pick-up can be found on the Howard County Public Works Website
(www.howardcountymd.gov). Information is summarized below:
Unusual Trash Items can always be taken to the Alpha Ridge Landfill. 2350 Marriottsville
Rd, Mariottsville, Md 21104. http://www.howardcountymd.gov/arl.htm.
Bulk Item Pick-Up
Howard county has limited bulk item pickup service. Residents can always take bulk items
to the Alpha Ridge Landfill for recycling or disposal. Bulk plastic items such as playhouses
and play sets (disassembled), totes, sheds (disassembled), lawn furniture and coolers can
be recycled. Unlimited recycling will be accepted.
Bulk trash items will be sent to landfill. For donating items please see information below.
Pick-up of Bulk trash must be schedule by calling 410-313-6444 or using the online
schedule located at http://www.howardcountymd.gov/BulkScheduler.htm. Large trash
items will be collected after scheduling, and these items will be picked-up on our normal
trash pick up schedule. Disposal of bulk Metal items follows the same protocol.
Household Building Materials Donations
There are a variety of donation programs available in the area for household goods. For
home construction materials (doors, bathtubs, toilets, ect.) one can schedule pickup
through the Loading Dock, or donate materials at the Alpha ridge Landfill. Please visit
http://www.loadingdock.org/ for more information. These donations are tax deductible.
Electronics
Electronics can be recycled at the Alpha Ridge Landfill or through customer take-back
programs. Information on Electronic recycling can be found at
www.howardcountymd.gov/Electronics.htm
Seasonal Pick-Up Information
Information can be found online at www.howardcountymd.gov/seasonaltips.htm
This Website has information on Yard Waste through out the year, as well as disposal of
special seasonal items (e.g. Christmas Trees)
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The Columbia Association Information
For information on the Columbia association, please visit their website:
www.columbiaassociation.com
“Columbia Association (CA) is a nonprofit service corporation that manages Columbia, MD,
home to approximately 100,000 people. Columbia was founded in 1967 by James Rouse
and his Howard Research and Development Company. Rouse sought to build a complete
city that would respect the land, provide for the growth of people and, ultimately, make a
profit.
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3 full-service fitness facilities
3 tennis clubs
4 indoor swimming pools and a hot water therapy pool
23 outdoor swimming pools, including two Mini-WaterParks
Columbia Archives
Columbia Art Center
Columbia DogPark
Columbia Ice Rink
Columbia SportsPark and SkatePark
Fairway Hills Golf Club
Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club
Volunteer Center Serving Howard County
Youth and Teen Center @ The Barn
In addition, CA maintains more than 3,500 acres of open space as a permanent asset to the
community.
Neighborhood amenities include lakes, parks, tot lots, basketball and tennis courts and 93.5
miles of pathways to connect residents to amenities.
CA offers many programs and activities for community members to enjoy. CA also works to
encourage the community to embrace its diversity, not only in race but in age, religion,
gender and economic status as well.
CA strives to ensure all of its programs and services are accessible to persons with
disabilities and to all Columbia residents, regardless of income.”
Also, you can get discounted tickets to pretty much everything Columbia related (movie
tickets especially). Visit their membership office for more information. At 10221 Wincopin
Circle, Suite 100, Columbia, MD 21044.
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Local Grocery and Shopping Information
Grocery Stores
Harris Teeter
Wegmans
Giant SuperMarket
Whole Foods
8620 Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD
8855 McGaw Rd, Columbia, MD
7200 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD
10275 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD
Home Improvement and Home Goods
Home Depot
9051 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia, MD
Lowes
8281 Gateway Overlook Dr, Elkridge, MD
Bed Bath and Beyond
9021 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia, MD
SuperStores
Target
Walmart
Costco
BJs Wholesale Club
6111 Dobbin Rd Columbia, MD
6405 Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD
6675 Marie Curie Dr, Elkridge, MD
9011 Snowden River Pkwy, Columbia, MD
**Quick note: Gas prices in Columbia are general higher then the average in MD, Costco gas
is routinely 30 cents per gallon cheaper
Sporting Goods
Dicks Sporting Goods
REI
6221 Columbia Crossing Cir, Columbia, MD
6100 Dobbin Rd, Columbia, MD
Pet Stores
Petsmart
Petco
9041 Snowden Square Dr, Columbia, MD 21045
6181 Old Dobbin Ln Suite 800, Columbia, MD
Electronics
Best Buy
8251 Gateway Overlook Dr Elkridge, MD
Columbia Mall
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD
http://www.themallincolumbia.com/
Macys, JCPenny, Sears, Lord and Taylor
Arundal Mills Mall (Outlet Mall) 7000 Arundel Mills Cir, Hanover, MD
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Local Entertainment
Visit www.visithowardcounty.com/ for more information and other activities.
Movie Theaters
AMC Theatres
IMAX Theatre
UA Snowden Square
Cinemark Arrundal Mills Mall
Bengies Drive In (Baltimore)
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD
7000 Arundel Mills Cir, Hanover, MD
3417 Eastern Blvd, Middle River, MD
Outdoor Activities
www.visithowardcounty.com/outdoors
Putt-Putt Golf at the CA Golf Center
5453 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD
Batting Cages
5453 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD
Columbia SkatePark
5453 Harpers Farm Rd, Columbia, MD
Robinson Nature Center
692 Cedar Ln, Columbia, MD
Historic Savage Mills
8600 Foundry St, Savage, MD
Terrapin Adventures
8600 Foundry St, Savage, MD
The Howard County Conservancy
10520 Old Frederick Road Woodstock, MD
LaurelPark Horse Racing
Columbia Horse Center
10400 Gorman Rd, Laurel, MD
Indoor Activities
Ice Skating Rink
5876 Thunder Hill Rd, Columbia, MD
Roller Skating Rink
7080 Deepage Drive, Columbia, MD
Brunswick Bowling Alley
7100 Carved Stone Columbia, MD
Autobahn Indoor Raceway
8251 Preston Ct, Jessup, MD
Medieval Times DC
7000 Arundel Mills Cir, Hanover, MD
MONSTER glow in the dark Mini Golf
7351 Assateague Drive Suite 380 Jessup, MD
Horseshoe Casino and Maryland Live Casino
Gorman Farm
Community Supported Agriculture programs available
Strawberry Picking in the Spring, and Xmas tree sales in the Winter
Wineries and Breweries
Jailbreak, Heavy Seas, Tin Lizzies Wineworks
www.visithowardcounty.com/sight-seeing/wineries
Merriweather Post Pavilion
10475 Little Patuxent Parkway Columbia, MD
Various other performing and culture arts venues
http://www.visithowardcounty.com/discovering/performing-arts
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Park and Walking Trail Information
There are various parks and lakes in the surrounding vicinity. Information on these parks
can be found at http://www.visithowardcounty.com/outdoors/popular-parks. Some of
these are listed below:
Centennial Park
Meadowbrook Park
Patapsco Valley Stat Park
Huntington Park
Centennial Lake
Lake Elkhorn
Lake Kittamaqundi
Triadelphia Reservoir Lake
10000 Route 108 Ellicott City, MD
5001 eadowbrook Lane Ellicott City, MD
8020 Baltimore National Pike Ellicott City, MD
Across the street on Clocktower Lane
10000 Route 108 Ellicott City, MD
6800 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD
0221 Wincopin Circle Columbia, MD
2 Brighton Dam Road Brookeville, MD
There are a variety of walking trails that can take you everywhere in Columbia. Access to
the walking trails can be found in our neighborhood, on Summer Park Court. This trail
leads into the Patuxent Branch Trail, allowing a walking/biking trail to Savage Mills and
Lake Elkhorn. A Small Cut out with out neighborhood circled in red is shown below.
A Map of these walking trails can also be found on the Columbia Association
website.
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Pet Owner Information (Dog Parks and Pet CleanUp)
For Dog owners, there is a dog park that is associated with the Columbia Association where
dogs can be taken off leash. The dog park is located at 5901 Rivendell Lane, Columbia, MD
21044.
For information on the dog park, please visit:
www.columbiaassociation.com/facilities/columbia-dogpark
Additionally, there is the Huntington Park and various walking trails where pets must be
kept on leash.
Within the Hideaway, the HCA provides Waste Receptacles for Animal waste, and bags
for picking up this waste. Please be respectful and pick up after your animals. These
receptacles are Green and are located at multiple locations throughout the community. All
Pets must be kept on-leash within the neighborhood for both the residents and your pets
safety.
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Other Useful Home Information
Some information on the construction of our homes, as well as tips from other HCA
members are listed below:
If you have additional suggestions to this list, please let us know at
HideawayHotline@gmail.com!
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Annual Tradition: Spring/Summer Picnic – Information will be distributed, but each
year there is a celebration of surviving another winter! Be on the lookout for more
information distributed from the HCA.
Some of our homes are constructed with 2x3 studs, not 2x4. This isn’t really
important unless you are replacing doorjambs. Home depot and Lowes standard
doorjambs are about an inch too wide.
The left and right walls of our homes are drywall almost immediately on top of
cinderblock. This is great for noise prevention between homes, but does make
hanging pictures a little tricky.
Many Homeowners recommend installing an attic fan. This fan turns-on when the
attic temperature gets too high. Many homeowners have said this reduces the
temperature inside their homes during the summer months when the top floor can
get pretty hot.
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