Large scale tree trimming – May 27-30

Single Line Tree Care will be on-site May 27-30 for extensive tree work on the property. Vehicles will need to be moved to facilitate the work.

Single Line Tree Care will be on-site May 27–30, 2026, to perform extensive tree trimming throughout the community. Work is scheduled to take place between 8 AM and 4 PM each day.

To complete this work, crews may need access to backyards, driveways, guest parking, and all sides of homes. Please ensure that back gates are unlocked to allow entry to clean debris and branches.

In preparation, we ask that residents please:

  • Close all windows, doors, and garage doors
  • Secure or bring in pets
  • Move any temporary awnings in backyards
  • Remove or secure personal belongings from the work areas
  • Clear items away from the perimeter of your home
  • Store trash and recycling containers inside your garage (do not leave them in driveways or between homes)
  • Move any vehicles in the designated area(s) on the designated date according to the map below

These steps will help ensure the work is completed safely and efficiently.

Please note that work may move faster than expected and someone may knock on a door to move a vehicle.

Please contact the Board of Directors with any questions and visit RobinMeadows.com for updates.

Project map

On May 27, the work will begin in the southwest corner of the property, indicated in red on the map below. On the second day, May 28 (indicated in purple), the work will be in the south/southeastern part of the property. On day three, May 30, the work (indicated in brown), will be in the central and eastern part of the property. On the fourth day, May 30 (as indicated in blue), the work will be in the north part of the property.

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Why this project now?

  1. With the roofs being replaced in 2025 it is important to protect our investment. Roofing professionals consistently highlight two key practices for extending the life of a roof: keeping debris off shingles and regularly trimming back overhanging tree branches.

  2. Trimming branches back prevents pests such as squirrels from getting on the roof and possibly in the attic.

  3. Trimming branches back results in less debris in gutters allowing the gutters to do its job.

  4. In March of 2026 a large white oak fell in the southeast corner of the property, Fortunately, no one was injured nor any property was damaged, but it was a wake-up call that it is time to have a professional evaluate the trees in our community.

Goals for the project

  1. Trim branches that are within 4-6 feet of buildings and roofs
  2. Trim branches that are within 10 feet above roofs
  3. Trim branches that are lower than 8 feet over walkways
  4. Trim branches that are lower than 14 feet over roadways
  5. Have a professional evaluate the health of all trees in the community
  6. Develop a sustainable budget and 20-year plan to take care of the trees on the property. (The 2025 reserve study has just $3,269 allocated in 2029 which is woefully under budgeted.)

Trees in backyards

As a reminder, trees located in backyards are the responsibility of individual homeowners to maintain. To help protect your roof, siding, gutters, and fencing, the recommended clearance is 3 to 8 feet between tree branches and your home’s structure. The HOA is not responsible for any exterior damage caused by untrimmed trees in a homeowner’s backyard. A homeowner’s backyard is not a common area and therefore not the responsibility of the HOA.

If the HOA observes trees affecting the exterior of the home, but is not in a common area, a letter will be sent to the homeowner to take care of the trimming of the tree. If there is no action, the board will hire a company to trim the tree(s) and charge the homeowner’s account for the work.

If you’re unsure how to proceed or need assistance, we encourage you to connect with neighbors or contact the board.

Small tree trimming project is complete

Small tree trimming has been done.

For the second consecutive year, a small group of volunteers trimmed branches away from homes and over roofs. This yearly maintenance reduces the risk of moss growth and debris on the roofs – two factors that affect the longevity of the roofs.

A big thanks to Kathy N. and Dan N. for their time and work. This annual project has already saved over $17,000 in two years while helping to reduce the risk of property damage.

If you see a branch that we missed, please contact the board with the location and a picture of the issue so we can take care of it.

As a reminder, trees located in backyards are the responsibility of individual homeowners to maintain. To help protect your roof, siding, gutters, and fencing, the recommended clearance is 3 to 8 feet between tree branches and your home’s structure. The HOA is not responsible for any exterior damage caused by untrimmed trees in a homeowner’s backyard. A homeowner’s backyard is not a common area and therefore not the responsibility of the HOA.

If the HOA observes trees affecting the exterior of the home, but is not in a common area, a letter will be sent to the homeowner to take care of the trimming of the tree. If there is no action, the board will hire a company to trim the tree(s) and charge the homeowner’s account for the work.

If you’re unsure how to proceed or need assistance, we encourage you to connect with neighbors or contact the board.

Tree down in southeast corner of property

A tree has fallen in the southeast corner of the property blocking the road.

We want to make residents aware that a tree has fallen and is currently blocking the roadway within the community in the southeast corner of the property. The HOA has been notified and is already in the process of arranging for its removal.

We are working with a company to have the tree cleared as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we ask residents to please avoid the area and use caution when traveling nearby.

1:35 PM update: Single Line Tree Care will begin cutting the tree at 8:30 AM on Sunday, 3/15/2026. Please avoid the area and do not interfere with the workers.