In Central Ohio, a small patch of peeling paint can quickly spiral into a $4,200 emergency. Don’t let a thin reserve fund or deferred maintenance gamble with your community's equity. Our latest guide breaks down how to shift from reactive fire drills to proactive stewardship. From Ohio Revised Code compliance to boosting curb appeal in Columbus, learn the three habits every board needs to protect property values. Read more: https://www.cpscolumbus.com/post/protecting-central-ohio-property-values-through-proactive-condo-maintenance

In German Village, a parking war was settled not with fines, but with two pots of Stauf’s coffee and a folding table. Our latest post explores soft enforcement: why education and "friendly knocks" protect property values better than immediate litigation. From the Short North to Westerville, we’re sharing how Central Ohio boards can solve noise, parking, and "small stuff" without draining the reserves. Read more on how we lead with results, not rules: https://www.cpscolumbus.com/post/choosing-peace-over-policed-the-good-neighbor-strategy

In Central Ohio, "cheap" landscaping is a $20,000 mistake hiding in plain sight. Most boards treat mowing as an expense, but winners treat it as a 5-11% boost to home values. Stop chasing vendors and losing your evenings to resident emails. Discover the "Triple Metric Evaluation" that slashes complaints, protects your budget, and actually gets you home for dinner. Read the blueprint for strategic curb appeal: https://www.cpscolumbus.com/post/curb-appeal-is-a-strategic-asset-how-central-ohio-hoa-boards-turn-landscaping-into-property-value

I’ve been managing Central Ohio communities for 16 years, and I’ll tell you a secret: No one actually hates the rules. They hate the ambiguity. Here is how we fixed the 'violation drama' for good...https://www.cpscolumbus.com/post/blog-hoa-compliance-season-central-ohio

We are writing to share some significant news regarding utility submetering in Ohio. Yesterday, the Ohio Supreme Court issued a unanimous and long-awaited decision that officially classifies submetering companies as "public utilities." For those in our industry, this is a major milestone. This issue has been a point of contention for nearly 16 years, as submetered residents often faced higher rates and fewer protections than those served directly by traditional utility providers. What This Means for Your Community By classifying these companies as public utilities, the court has opened the door for PUCO to implement: - Price Controls: Ensuring residents aren't overcharged compared to standard utility rates. - Consumer Protections: Providing rights regarding service disconnections and billing disputes. - Greater Oversight: Requiring submetering companies to "play by the rules" that govern all other essential electric and water services in the state. Next steps at this time, there is no specific action required from your Board or your residents. The ruling has been remanded to the PUCO to determine the exact regulatory framework and registration requirements for these companies moving forward. We look forward to seeing how this plays out and will continue to monitor the situation closely to ensure our communities benefit from these new protections. We believe this is a "big win" for fairness and transparency in community living. Feel free to share this update with your community members. As always, thank you for your partnership. Best regards, Arnold Barzak Managing Partner Capital Property Solutions