Sandblasting of the Street May 5 through May 28



Sandblasting Notice

"Patrick’s Property Solutions" will be sandblasting the street between May 4 through May 8 (8A-5P).

UPDATE (May 15, 2026): "Dustless Surface Restoration Sandblasting" is replacing Patrick’s Property Solutions who was not able to complete the job. Dustless Surface Restoration is starting May 18 and will be on property 5 days between May 18th - 29th.

During this time, crews will be on site to remove the faded and peeling fire lane striping along Westgrove, specifically within the area bounded by 5002–5132 Westgrove. See map.

To allow the work to proceed efficiently and safely, and to avoid vehicle damage, all roadways and driveways must remain completely clear, and garage doors should remain closed during active work periods. This includes the parking area near the pool.

Where fire lane designations are required, they will be restored in a more refined and visually restrained manner, consistent with the evolving character of the community.

Continuing the Shift Toward a More Residential Character and Look

A photo comparison of before (left) and after (right) is shown at the top and bottom of this article.

What may appear to be a straightforward maintenance activity is, in fact, part of a broader and deliberate architectural direction that has been unfolding across the property for approximately six years.

Highly visible fire lane over-striping and sloppy lettering—common in apartment-style developments and shopping centers—contribute to an environment that reads as more institutional than residential. Over time, this condition worsens, as fire lane markings deteriorate relatively quickly into striping that is faded, uneven, and visually disruptive.

Rather than overpainting and perpetuating this condition, the Association is taking a more considered approach: removing these markings where appropriate and reintroducing only what is necessary—executed with greater subtlety and cohesion.

Design Intent: Quiet, Cohesive, Residential

This effort is part of a coordinated design philosophy focused on softening the visual experience of the property and reinforcing a more residential identity.

In the last 6 years, similar complementary refinements have been implemented:
  • Exterior lighting has been standardized to approximately 3100 Kelvin, creating a warmer, more residential tone in place of previously inconsistent and often harsh commercial lighting. Prior conditions included a wide range of color temperatures  (3,000 - 7,000k) across streetlamps, the pool, mailboxes, front porches, garden uplighting, building fixtures, and tennis courts—nearly 500 fixtures in total.

  • Tree lighting has been restored and expanded, adding depth and warmth to the nighttime landscape. High-intensity 6800 Kelvin mercury vapor lighting has been replaced with 3100 Kelvin.

  • Landscaping has been refined for consistency, with increased emphasis on living plant material over hardscape-heavy treatments. Approximately 40 tons of rock have been removed as part of this transition.

  • Window glass, which previously ranged from clear to dark green—even within a single window cluster—is well on the way to a standardized 277e or bronze color (they look similar).

  • Visual clutter has been reduced, allowing architecture and landscape to define the environment.
The removal of aged fire lane striping continues this same philosophy: reducing visual noise while preserving function and safety.

A Measured Approach to Improvement

As with prior projects, the goal is not to perform simple, one-off maintenance, but rather to pursue thoughtful, incremental improvements that, over time, elevate the overall character of the community.

Each element—lighting, landscape, and surface treatment—is designed to work in concert. The result is not an abrupt transformation, but a steady evolution toward a quieter, more cohesive, and distinctly residential environment.

Residents with questions or comments are encouraged to post below.

Comments

  1. I like the red paint without any letters. The red paint matches the roof and the cement color is plain.

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  2. The sandblasting contractor is expected to return on Monday the 11th and will likely continue work for several days next week.

    The necessary disruption, along with the non-intended delays and after hours work have been inconvenient. There are some communication and coordination issues that are being addressed.

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  3. Thank you to the Board for having this done. This is a dramatic improvement to the community.

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  4. Loren Willis - 5092May 27, 2026 at 10:31 AM

    Just want to be sure that the HOA won't be fined by the fire marshal for removing the Red Fire Lane markings. Has this been verified that they are not required in the complex?

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    1. From the article above: "Where fire lane designations are required, they will be restored in a more refined and visually restrained manner".

      There are multiple ways to designate the lanes including painting the stripe on the street and signage. There are also higher end and cleaner paints and stencils. The board is working through this now combined with the traffic control devices to address speeding and gate crashes.

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