Quick facts

Who, What, Where

Neighborhood name: Buckhorn Estates (Note: the neighborhoods of Buckhorn and Buckhorn Estates are separate legal entities, with separate governing documents.)
Location of Buckhorn Estates: In Carmel, Indiana, north of 136th Street and Smoky Row Elementary School; west of Springmill Road; south of 141st Street; and east of Ditch Road. It is nestled in between the neighborhoods of Cheswick Place and Buckhorn.
Name of Homeowners Association: Buckhorn Estates Association of Homeowners - "BEAH"
Homeowners Association Dues:  $500 for each lot in 2010, subject to change each fiscal year
Management Company: BEAH's financial services are currently under contract with Community Association Services of Indiana (CASI), an Associa member

  • Lots: 57 lots - all sold
  • Homes: 56 homes
  • Streets: five
  • Pool: BEAH jointly owns and manages an outdoor pool located in the Buckhorn neighborhood.
  • Other amenities and commonly owned property: Pool grounds, pool parking lot, one large pond

Governance

Governing Board: 7 volunteer positions required by Bylaws; 1-year terms, repeatable
Buckhorn Recreation Incorporated (pool): 2 volunteer board members work with volunteers from the other joint-owner homeowner association
Architectural Review Board:  4-member volunteer board required by Covenants; this Board ensures any signficant changes to the look of any lot or structure fits into stated guidelines
Committees: Social Committee, Neighborhood Watch Committee (Crime Watch)
Meetings: Annual general meetings are usually held in late January; the Board meets about six or more times each year
Communications: To save paper, Email notices and E-newsletters are the primary communication tools
Directory: A directory is available for current residents only, for their non-commercial use. It is updated throughout the year, as needed

Special items to note

  • Trash and recycling services are independently contracted by each homeowner
  • Street snow removal is accomplished via a combination of city services and BEAH-contracted services
  • No lifeguards are used at the pool
  • No swimming, fishing, or skating is allowed on the pond
  • While there is a pond maintenance access easement, there is no access to the pond for the general public

Examples of past social events (translation: fun!)

  • Halloween events for kids
  • Easter egg hunt for kids
  • Holiday parties for adults
  • Pool parties for adults
  • Adult bunco group
  • Ladies' luncheons
  • Joint activities with nearby neighborhoods