For Your Information

Rules and Regulations

When you become a resident at Ridgefield you are given a copy of the “Rules & Regulations” for the Association. Many people put them aside until there is something that needs to be qualified. These rules are meant to guide residents and owners actions so they can live in close proximity to each other harmoniously with the least infringement on each other’s privacy and lifestyle. They are designed to not unduly interfere, restrict or burden the use of property and the lifestyle of residents.

All owners, residents and guest are obligated to read and abide by these rules which are meant to supplement the provisions of the Master Deed and Condominium Trust.

If you do not have a copy of these “Rules and Regulations please stop by the office and pick up a copy.

Rubbish Removal

Garbage and refuse shall be disposed of only at such times and in such manner as described below.

Rubbish pickup is on Tuesday a.m. Pickup day will change to Wednesday if there is a holiday on Monday.
DO NOT put rubbish out Tuesday or prior to regular day of rubbish pickup.
Rubbish must be in securely fastened (TIED) plastic bags or disposable containers.
DO NOT use rubbish barrels
Trash containers are NOT to be stored outside of the buildings.
Any rubbish barrels left out will be disposed of.
Any rubbish that is not securely fastened and found blowing around Ridgefield property will be treated as an infraction of the Community Policy.
Throwing trash or garbage out onto the common or limited common areas is considered a violation of these Rules and Regulations.
All pizza boxes are to be enclosed in plastic bags
All boxes are to be broken down and put down in the recycle bins located at the basketball court
Recycle bins are emptied on Monday and Thursdays. During a holiday week it will move to the next day.

Residents who are unable to put their rubbish out on Tuesday morning can contact the Management Office for appropriate information and fees regarding this additional service.

Space Heaters

Space heaters are very dangerous and use is discouraged, as they can be a fire hazard.

Did you know …
Squirrels are diurnal animals and are active year around. They usually build their nests in trees, using leaves and other materials. In the winter, they prefer nesting in holes or crevices of decaying tree branches. Squirrels give birth twice a year, in the spring (January-April) and in the fall (August-September). There are 2-4 babies per litter. The babies are self-sustaining at about 12-14 weeks of age and will leave the natal area in search of their own territory.

In the winter, it is harder for the squirrel to find new nesting material. Tree leaves that the squirrel uses to construct a new nest have fallen from the trees. The squirrel may have to improvise to find a new home like sheds or barns, non-running cars or trucks, covered porches, patios or your attic. Squirrels in the attic are a very common problem. Damage to attics as a result of squirrel habitation can vary from very little to serious fire hazards. Here are some ideas on how to humanely deter them from coming indoors with you.

In this article we’ll talk about discouraging squirrel from paying your home a visit.

Birdfeeders and Squirrels – If you don’t like squirrels, don’t feed birds! Bird feeders are the best squirrel magnets. If there’s a way to get to barricade a bird feeder, the squirrel will find a way to get around it! However, if you insist on feeding birds, there are some things you can do to reduce the amount of squirrel traffic to your bird feeder.

All bird feeders must me located and the tree line and not near the buildings.
Hanging your feeder from a branch or mounting it on a fence post is asking for squirrel trouble. Whenever possible, mount your birdfeeders on poles of metal or very stiff plastic. Baffles of various sizes are also available for poles and trees, keeping snakes, cats and sometimes squirrels from climbing up.
Put a decent baffle on the pole both above and below the actual feeding area and keep the feeder at least ten feet from any trees or other objects that a squirrel could leap to it from.
Make sure there are no tree branches directly over the feeder. Forget the idea of hanging the feeder from a thin wire instead of putting it on a pole. Squirrels are fantastic tight rope walkers on the thinnest of wires.
Look for metal feeders for the most protection. There are even feeders that will close when something climbs or perches on them above a certain weight, discouraging the larger birds as well as squirrels.
Feed your birds seeds that squirrels don’t like; e.g. thistle or safflower seeds.
Don't buy mixed bird seed. Many birds will pick out the seeds they like and throw the rest on the ground, which will attract the squirrels as well as field mice and chipmunks. You can also modify your feeder so that spilled food gets caught in a tray below the feeder instead of falling on the ground.

Just remember, it’s always better to keep squirrels from getting in your house by discouraging them from coming to your yard in the first place. In the next article we’ll talk about deterring and expelling squirrels from your attic, fireplace and walls.

Note: "The Ridgefield Grounds Committee welcomes YOU at all our meetings. We are always seeking members to share ideas for making Ridgefield one of the most beautiful, safest and well managed communities in Massachusetts.”