Neighbors

GENERAL NEIGHBOR INFO

If you are new to our Windermere Neighborhood, we encourage you to visit our page dedicated to information that will be helpful to you as a new member of our community. NEW RESIDENTS

Important information about deadlines, fees and policies are available on our
KEYS & DUES page.

GREEN & GROWING (too much)
The City of Seattle has policies and requirements concerning shrubbery and trees encroaching on the right of way with the following citations from their website:

Property owners must trim or remove overhanging trees, plants, shrubs, vegetation or debris which obstructions streets, alleys or sidewalks. In most cases trees interfering with vehicle visibility must be trimmed by the property owner. All trees must be maintained to provide 8 feet of clearance above sidewalks and 14 feet above roadways.

Complaints about tree overgrowth on private property should be reported to the Department of Planning and Development at 206-684-7899.

“Green Seattle Guide” Suggestion #51 is – Remove ivy and other invasive species. Please walk the entire perimeter of your property to check for encroachments from your landscaping.

Even well maintained hedges and bushes can obstruct sidewalks or alleys, violating City ordinances and interfere with neighborly use of those spaces. Trees that bend down over the sidewalks are a walking hazard to our residents.

Seattle has an ordinance dealing with the maximum number of trees that can be removed in a year.

8 WAYS TO BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR

Take care of your property - see details
Honor the 20mph speed limit
Watch for suspicious activity and let others know about it
Schedule your beach party to avoid conflicts and overcrowding
Join a sporting event and get to know your neighbors
Use the proper applications for construction and new additions
Volunteer to assist the Windermere Board
Please respect City regulations regarding boats, trailers, and RV's on the street.