A gaping hole in the Charlotte HOA neighborhood is causing residents’ ongoing ire. The association’s failure to fix the hole, which is in the parking lot, is forcing residents to draw suspicious conclusions.
Large Hole in Charlotte HOA Points to Mismanagement
Townhome owners in a University City neighborhood face mounting frustration as a massive hole in their parking lot remains unrepaired after two years. Despite increasing their monthly HOA fees by over $50 since 2020, the Village at Mill Creek residents have seen no progress in fixing the growing crater. The hole has now become overrun with vegetation.
The HOA’s management company, Cusick Management, has been scrutinized for employing individuals with histories of financial crimes.
Alexandra Thompson, who worked for Cusick until 2018, is facing charges for embezzling over $90,000. Additionally, Janette Parker, Cusick’s Vice President, has previous convictions for HUD fraud.
Years of Complaints, No Action
Residents have continuously reported the issue since 2022, but leaks from water pipes beneath the surface have only worsened the situation. An engineering inspection took place, and the necessary steps were recommended. However, the repairs have seen delay after delay due to insufficient funds. The HOA claims they must take out a loan to cover the repair costs.
The HOA has denied requests for detailed financial records. This has left residents wondering how the HOA spends their hard-earned money. North Carolina’s current HOA laws are vague, leading to calls for clearer regulations on member access to financial documents.
In response to growing concerns from residents like those at Mill Creek, state legislators are considering amendments to HOA laws. Representative Frank Iler is leading efforts to address these issues. There are discussions on making the HOA oversight committee a permanent body to ensure better governance and transparency.
