FAQs

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Marquez Knolls Property Owners Association and how it serves you.

What is the MKPOA?

MKPOA is a non profit 501 (C)(4) which promotes social welfare through community outreach and improvement initiatives. MKPOA’s primary focus is to

Preserve neighborhood character through adherence to CC&Rs
Protect ocean, mountain and canyon views of or all homeowners
Community Resilience and security
Fostering community engagement and connection
Liaising with city agencies and other stakeholders on matters impacting our neighborhood

Are annual dues mandatory?

MKPOA is a volunteer HOA which has been around since the 1950’s. Annual dues are $100 per household and funds go towards helping to inform and bring our community together.

Are there Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) in Marquez Knolls?

Yes the original 22 Lachman tracts built on the hillside consisting of approximately 600 homes are subject to CC&Rs, which remain legal binding. The other tracts do not have CC&Rs. The CC&Rs establish rules regarding property use, building requirements, and view protection. MKPOA has set up an easy way to access your tract and identify your CC&R’s for your tract. Click HERE to Find Your Tract.

How can I get involved in the MKPOA?

Residents are encouraged to Join MKPOA (Click Here) and to participate in meetings, events, and committees. Community involvement helps maintain neighborhood standards and fosters a stronger, safer community.

What does the legal defense fund do?

MKPOA has created a Legal Defense Fund to help support homeowners who need assistance in supporting the view protection provisions of the CC&Rs and for community outreach. Our goal is to raise a minimum of $150,000 to help homeowners wishing to protect their view rights, preserve neighborhood character consistent with the terms of the CC&Rs, which we also hope will avoid costly and destructive legal ﬁghts. Funds raised will be used for MKPOA’s legal, expert consultants and community outreach expenses related to advising and supporting homeowners facing view-obstructing rebuild projects.

We are in escrow and in need of the HOA Documents and or HOA Demand.

The Marquez Knolls Property Owners Association is a voluntary 501(c)(4) association.It is not a Davis Stirling or Common Interest Association. Membership is strictly voluntary.The annual membership cost is $100. Although dues are not mandatory, we hope all new residents will join. To learn more, please visit the website at MKPOA.ORG.

While many properties are subject to CC&Rs, many are not. The specific CC&Rs for the property you are asking about should be obtained from the title company or public records.

A procedure for finding your track, and a list of Tracks can be found at bottom at the website page: MKPOA.ORG, CCC&R/View Protection page.

MKPOA MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS THAT THE DOCUMENTS ON THE WEBSITE ARE COMPLETE. IT IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. ALL BUYERS AND BUYER’S AGENTS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR PROFESSIONALS.