Stonebrae HOA – May 2026 Community Reminders

Posted By mlooper on May 14, 2026

🚗 Parking Rules & Enforcement Overview

1. Overnight Parking (2:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m.)

Parking on all Common Area streets within Stonebrae is not permitted between 2:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. without specific prior approval from the Association.

2. Guest Parking & Guest Passes

All guest vehicles must obtain a valid guest parking pass issued through the gatehouse prior to parking within the community.

If a guest stay will extend beyond one (1) week, residents must contact Management directly to request an extension. Extensions are reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors on a case-by-case basis.

Please ensure extension requests are submitted at least one (1) week in advance to allow adequate time for review.

3. Enforcement, Fines & Towing

Immediate Tow Conditions (No Notice Required)

Vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense if parked:

In fire lanes
Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
Blocking entrances, exits, driveways, or emergency access routes
In handicapped spaces without authorization
Obstructing emergency vehicle turnaround areas
In restricted areas or during restricted hours without authorization

Overnight Parking Enforcement (2:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m.)

Vehicles without a transponder or valid guest pass receive one (1) warning per month; subsequent violations may result in towing without further notice.
Vehicles with a transponder or valid guest pass receive up to three (3) warnings per month; the fourth occurrence results in a final notice, and any further violations may result in towing without additional notice.

Fine Structure (Per Household)

First two (2) occurrences per month: no penalty
Third occurrence: $50 fine
Fourth occurrence: additional $50 fine
Fifth occurrence: towing + additional $50 fine
Each additional occurrence: towing + additional $50 fine

4. Iona Way Parking Reminder

As previously approved by the Board (August 2025 meeting), parking along designated spaces on Iona Way is first-come, first-served.

Please note:

Long-term vehicle storage or extended parking is not permitted
Vehicles parked for extended periods may be subject to ticketing and/or towing in accordance with Association enforcement policies

⛳ Golf Course & Club Parking Reminders

Golf Course Access

The golf course is private property. For safety reasons, walking on the golf course and/or cart paths at any time is strictly prohibited. This applies both during and outside of active play.

Recently, there was an incident involving pedestrian access during a scheduled tournament. To ensure resident safety and uninterrupted operations, we kindly remind all residents and guests to remain off the golf course at all times.

Club Parking Lot

There has been an increase in unauthorized and overnight parking in the Club parking lot. Please note:

The Club parking lot is private property and is not available for resident parking, particularly overnight
Enforcement of Club rules is at the sole discretion of the Club
Vehicles in violation may be subject to citation and/or towing based on posted signage and Club enforcement policies

The Club has requested increased monitoring of the parking area.

📣 Board of Directors – Candidate Statements & Open Seats

We are also still seeking residents who are interested in serving on the Board of Directors.

If you are interested in running for a Board position, please complete and submit your candidate statement as soon as possible.

The following Board positions have terms expiring in 2026:

Yeliang Shan – CFO
Jason Tsai – President
Donald DePaolo – Secretary

📅 Next Board Meeting

Thursday, June 18 at 6:00 PM (via Zoom)
All homeowners are welcome and encouraged to attend.

🏡 Architectural Approval Reminder

As exterior project season continues, please remember that prior Architectural Review Committee (ARC) approval is required for most exterior modifications.

Key reminders:

Architectural approval is required for most exterior changes, including landscaping, structural, or material modifications
Minor exceptions may apply (e.g., repainting in the same color), but notification to the Association is still required
Like-for-like plant replacements from the approved list may be permitted; however, prior notification to Management and the ARC is still required before work begins
Applications are available via the Resident Portal: https://resident.actionlife.com

🌳 Tree Maintenance & City Compliance Notice

Trees on private property may be subject to protection under the City of Hayward Tree Ordinance. Homeowners are responsible for ensuring compliance prior to any tree-related work.

Important notes:

The HOA maintains trees through a multi-year community-wide maintenance program
Requests for trimming for view enhancement are not permitted
Failure to comply may result in enforcement action and/or costs to the homeowner

For full ordinance details:
https://www.hayward-ca.gov/sites/default/files/documents/DSD-PL-Hayward-Tree-Preservation-Ordinance-Update-Draft-250722.pdf

FAQ:
https://www.hayward-ca.gov/sites/default/files/basic-pages/BasicTreeQuestions.pdf

Permit requirements apply for major pruning, removal, relocation, or work involving branches over 1 inch in diameter.

🧰 Maintenance & Service Requests

Please report community maintenance issues via the Resident Portal or contact Management directly.

General Inquiries / After-Hours Emergencies
Community Care Team
📧 communitycare@actionlife.com
📞 (800) 400-2284

Architectural / Work Order Assistance
📧 managerassistanthelp@actionlife.com

Additional options include submitting requests via the Resident Portal or using live chat at www.actionlife.com.