The TrailMark common area fencing is the responsibility of the TMMD and the HOA (shared cost to maintain). This fence borders some open space areas as well as the rear or side fence for homes along TrailMark Parkway and Independence St.
Beginning the week of February 25th, 2019 the privacy fencing (5’ & 6’ only – not 3-rail fence) will be replaced. During 2018, the TMMD and HOA joint fence committee met regularly; a ‘Request for Proposal’ was created; the RFP was published and distributed to interested Bidders; Bidder proposal submissions were reviewed and Split Rail Fence Company was selected to proceed with the fence replacement project. In order to meet this expense, the TMMD and HOA have maintained a reserve fund to ensure the money necessary to cover this cost was available.
Work will begin with the fence on Carr St. (next to the commercial property) and along TrailMark Parkway from Carr to Dover. Notices will be delivered to each home approximately two weeks prior to work reaching their home.
Homeowners with this fence are responsible for clearing the area next to the fence before work begins. We are asking that any and all personal items including bicycles, firewood, landscape rock, mulch, lawn edging, etc. that is located against or near the fence be moved back at least one foot from the fence line. In addition, all trees, bushes, vines must also be trimmed back at least a foot. This is the responsibility of the owner/resident and charges may be incurred for noncompliance.
Underground utilities will be marked prior to removal of the old fence. If a marked line is hit, Split Rail Fence will repair on site or call in the appropriate company to have it repaired. If Split Rail Fence hits an unmarked line, it is the locate service’s fault and their responsibility to get a crew out for repairs. Regardless, homeowners are not responsible for the cost of repairs and SRF will resolve.
Please mark all sprinkler heads that are located close to the fence line. It is not possible to locate underground sprinkler lines; therefore, Split Rail Fence is not responsible for damage or repair of any underground sprinkler lines. It will be the responsibility of the homeowner and or TrailMark Metropolitan District to have the line repaired.
Dog owners should keep dogs inside or restrained during the construction process. Orange safety fence will be installed once the fence has been removed. Temporary 6’ chain link fence will be available at a cost of $5.00 per foot for homeowners who require a sturdier fence.
For any additional information concerning the fence replacement, please contact Ned O’Rourke (303-204-7418), Wayne Nichols (303-594-5928) or the Split Rail office (303-791-1997).
Thank you for your cooperation!
FAQs for TRAILMARK 2019 PRIVACY FENCE REPLACEMENT PROJECT
What Fences are getting replaced and with what?
• 5-6 ft. Privacy fences along back and side yards along TrailMark Parkway and Independence St. as well as along the commercial property and some open space. The new fence will be constructed of high quality, low maintenance Trex material.
Who is doing the work?
• Split Rail Fence Company. Please contact Ned O’Rourke (303-204-7418), Wayne Nichols (303) 594-5928 or the Split Rail office at (303) 791-1997 for questions about the project and timing.
My house has a TMMD/HOA fence, what will happen?
• The wood fence will be taken down in sections and a temporary mesh fence placed until the permanent fence is installed (Temporary 6’ chain link fence will be available at a cost of $5.00 per foot for homeowners who require a sturdier fence – contact Split Rail Fence).
• Homeowners are responsible for clearing the area next to the fence before work begins. We are asking that any and all personal items including bicycles, firewood, landscape rock, mulch, lawn edging, etc. that is located against or near the fence be moved back at least one foot from the fence line. In addition, all trees, bushes, vines must also be trimmed back at least a foot. This is the responsibility of the owner/resident and charges may be incurred for noncompliance.
• As the project progresses, notices will be delivered to each affected home approximately two weeks before work begins on your home’s fence.
• Underground utilities will be marked prior to removal of the old fence. If a marked line is hit, Split Rail Fence will repair on site or call in the appropriate company to have it repaired. If Split Rail Fence hits an unmarked line, it is the locate service’s fault and their responsibility to get a crew out for repairs. Regardless, homeowners are not responsible for the cost of repairs and SRF will resolve.
I have a TMMD/HOA fence. What do I need to do?
• Homeowners are responsible for clearing the area next to the fence before work begins. We are asking that any and all personal items including bicycles, firewood, landscape rock, mulch, lawn edging, etc. that is located against or near the fence be moved back at least one foot from the fence line. In addition, all trees, bushes, vines must also be trimmed back at least a foot. This is the responsibility of the owner/resident and charges may be incurred for noncompliance.
• Please mark all sprinkler heads that are located close to the fence line. It is not possible to locate underground sprinkler lines; therefore, Split Rail Fence is not responsible for damage or repair of any underground sprinkler lines. It will be the responsibility of the homeowner and or TrailMark Metropolitan District to have the line repaired.
• Dog owners should keep dogs inside or restrained during the construction process.
How long will the entire project last?
• Split Rail Fence estimates the project will last 120 days from the start date of February 25, 2019. Time for each home should be two weeks or less.
What do I do if there is damage on my property?
• Contact the project manager at Split Rail Fence Company
Ned O’Rourke (303-204-7418), Wayne Nichols (303) 594-5928 or the Split Rail office at (303) 791-1997
My pickets aren’t straight and there is a gap next to the pillar. Why?
• There are certain steps the crew goes through during installation. The crew first focuses on getting the fence up and then will send a worker back to plumb (straighten) the pickets and nail in place. The crew will also be closing any gaps between the post and column with an extra picket.
WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE. ONCE COMPLETE, TRAILMARK WILL HAVE AN UPDATED AND LOW MAINTENANCE FENCE FOR YEARS TO COME!