FAQ's

Building in LMS?

Do all projects within LMS require ARC approval?

The majority of owner projects require LMS ARC approval. See LMS ARC Guidelines section 1.5 for a description of projects in scope. Please contact the ARC with questions if there is any doubt....https://www.lmsoa.org/arc-board-members/
Does LMS Have Public Water and Sewer?

LMS has electricity provided by Powell Valley Electric (PVEC) and High Speed Fiber Optic lines provided by PVEC Fiber and Scott Telephone by overhead lines. Water can be obtained by a drilled well or out of the lake with TVA approval. A septic system is required approved by Tennessee Department of Environmental Conservation, you can contact TDEC at 865-594-6035 and ask for the Septic Department. Please refer to LMS Covenants and Bylaws for more details - https://www.lmsoa.org/governing-documents/
Is there a minimum square footage requirement for homes in LMS?

Yes.......the minimum square footage requirements are 1,800 square feet for waterfront homes and 1,200 square feet for interior lots. Please refer to LMS Covenants section 6.02 and 6.03 for further details....https://www.lmsoa.org/governing-documents/
What are the heated square foot minimums for homes?

If your house is on a lot that borders the lake (waterfront) it is 1800 SF. All other lots (interior) have a minimum of 1200 SF. See LMS ARC Guidelines section 7.1 dwelling size for more details.
Who should I contact to start my project?

Please reach out to either the ARC Chairman or the ARC Liaison. Their names and contact information is listed on the LMSOA website on the following page - https://www.lmsoa.org/arc-board-members/

LMSOA Association

What Are 'ByLaws?'

A set of rules or guidelines regarding the operation of a nonprofit corporation such as a Board. Bylaws generally set forth definitions of offices and committees involved with the Board of Directors. They can include voting rights, meetings, notices, and other areas involved with the successful operation of the Association.
What are CC&Rs?

The term CC&R refers to 'Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions.' A real covenant is a legal obligation imposed in a deed by the seller of a home and or property upon the buyer of the real estate to do or not to do something. Such restrictions frequently 'run with the land' and are enforceable on future buyers of the property. Examples might be to maintain a property in a reasonable state of repair, to preserve a sight-line for a neighboring property, not to run a business from a residence, or not to build on certain parts of the property. Many covenants are very simple and are meant only to protect a neighborhood from homeowners destroying trees or historic things or otherwise directly harming property values. Some can be more specific and strict, outlining everything a homeowner can do to the exterior of their home, including the number of non-familial tenants one may have, acceptable colors to re-paint the home, exactly when holiday decorations are allowed up, automobile placement or repair on property, satellite placement, etc
How do I find out about what is happening in the community?

How do I find out about what is happening in the community?
There is a calendar located on the LMSOA website. This is the easiest way to find out about community
events. There is also a message board that you can subscribe to and you will receive email notifications
when there are posts on the message board.
How do I get access to the community center and the docks?

How do I get access to the community center and the docks?
You need an electronic access key card to access the community center, Dock 1 and Dock 2. Each lot
owner is entitled to 2 access cards. To get the cards you should email the Secretary. The Secretary will
send you a form to complete and will assign the cards to you. You can meet him/her at the community
center to pick up your cards and to drop off your completed form.
How do I rent the Chipper or Grader?

How do I rent the Chipper or Grader?
You can rent the chipper and grader by contacting Tom McDaniel on the Firewise
Committee. He will have you complete a rental form and collect the rental fee. Their contact
information can be found in the Owners Directory,
How often are community newsletters sent to owners?

How often are community newsletters sent to owners?
The Lone Mountain Messenger newsletter is emailed on a quarterly basis in March, June, September
and December.
What is a Lien?

A monetary claim levied against a property for unpaid association annual dues, mortgage, taxes, contractor work, or other charges. A lien is attached to the property, not the owner, but legally must be recorded in the property records of the county of residence. If a Lien is in place, the property owner has very limited ability to do anything involving the property until the Lien is satisfied or removed.
Where can I find Board Meeting Minutes?

Where can I find Board Meeting Minutes?
All Board meeting minutes are stored on the LMSOA website. You can find them under the Owners Tab.
Select Documents and then select “Board of Directors Activities”, then click on "Board Meeting Minutes".

Website FAQ

I forgot my password. Is there a way to retrieve my password information from the site?

Yes. On the Login Screen, there is a link labeled 'Forgot your Password?'. Click on that. On the next screen, either enter your email address as it appears in the profile.
Can I place Real Estate listings on the web site (Homes/Lots for Sale/Lease)?

Yes, If you are trying to sell or rent your home or an empty lot in the community, you can place your listings on our community web site under "Classifieds" for free!

Every month, prospective homeowners come to our web site to find out information on our community, and see what homes/lots are available. To place your free listing, follow these simple instructions: Log on to the site using your unique log in name and password. NOTE: This is a service for LMSOA owners only and is not intended to sell home/lots outside of Lone Mountain Shores.

Link to LMSOA Classified listing policy - LMSOA Classified Listing Policy
How can I get contact information on a board member or other resident?

Yes the website provides contact information for LMS board members and other owners.

Board Members - You may access the "Board Members" page to get contact information on the community officers at this link/page -

Owners - You may access the "Owner Directory" to get contact information on other LMS owners/residents. To use the "Member Directory", click address book from the sidebar. Next, click the category that contains the individual you are searching for, and then select their name from the list that follows.
Where can I find the Terms of Service for the website?

The Terms of Service can be found at www.lmsoa.org/terms/.
How do owners add community events to the LMS Community Calendar

LMS Community Calendar:

Owners can add community events to the LMS Community Calendar by clicking the "Submit a new event" link on the LMS Community Calendar page - LMS Community Calendar Page and "Request and Event" link

LMS Community Center Reservations:

Typically, we only reserve the LMS Community Center for events like the LMS Annual meetings, or private events for owners such as a family reunion, which requires completion of the Community Center Reservation form and payment of the associated fee.... Community Center Reservation Form

The Community Center reservations/calendar is separate and different than the LMS Community Calendar and are not linked as some community calendar events are not held at the LMS Community Center (ie Ladies Lunch or Mens Breakfast).

Events such as re-occurring Ladies exercise, LMS Board Meetings, or ARC Meetings are typically not shown as Community Center Reservations and would not appear on the Community Center Reservation calendar. These types of events would typically only show on the LMS Community Calendar.

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