Questions & Resources
On this page you will find a list of our most Frequently Asked Questions and community information.
FAQs
In order to protect the beauty, value and ambiance of our neighborhood, a Compliance Committee made up of volunteers regularly reviews Berkshire Lakes for adherence to the governing documents. This includes common areas as well as single family homes. Those who fail to maintain their property in good condition receive a notice in writing describing their violation and giving direction for its repair. Although the purpose of the Compliance Committee and the desire of the Board is to ensure an attractive environment for all residents, occasionally a fine must be assessed.
There are 1,639 units in the Berkshire Lakes Master Association. The owner of each unit has one indivisible vote, which may be cast in all matters requiring a vote of the owners. Voting rights and procedures are described in the By-laws of the Association.
Each unit is restricted to residential use. The restrictions on their use are found in Article 12 of the Third Restated and Amended Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Berkshire Lakes.
No residence may be leased for periods of less than thirty (30) days and shall not exceed three (3) rentals per year. All single family home rentals require Berkshire Lakes Master Association approval as stated in the BLMA Covenants, Article XI Section 11.1. For non-single family dwelling, please consult with your respective condo association.
In addition, effective April 3, 2022 all rentals under 6 months must comply with new Collier County Code regulations. See attached document.
The 2023 Master HOA assessment is $535.00 payable on the 1st of January for all Berkshire Lakes residents (single family and condos).
If you reside in a condo, villa or coach home, please consult your respective condo association for the additional condo assessment and due dates.
Single-family Homeowners are not required to be a member of any other association; however, Condominiums within Berkshire Lakes require membership in their respective Associations.
No, however if you wish to rent the Master clubhouse for a private function, the fee is $250 and another $250 deposit that will be returned to you once the activity has taken place and clubhouse cleaned and undamaged.
Master pool and tennis/pickle-ball court keys are available at the HOA office (Main Clubhouse) for $10. Fee is non refundable.
NOTE: THE STATEMENTS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE ONLY SUMMARY IN NATURE. A PROSPECTIVE BUYER SHOULD REFER TO ALL REFERENCES, EXHIBITS HERETO, THE SALES CONTRACT, AND COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION DOCUMENTS.
Hurricane Preparedness
For the most up-to-date information visit floridadisaster.org for information from the Governor and all the official Florida organizations.
Trash Collection Schedule
Collier County Holiday schedule for trash collection
Mondays – Trash, Recycling and Bulk
Thursdays – Trash Only
Please do not put garbage or recycle bins out before 6pm on the day prior to pickups.
- On these 2023 holidays: Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day there will be no trash, recycle, bulk items or yard waste pickup.
- If your regular collection day falls on any of these days, collection will be made on the next regularly scheduled date, there are no makeup days.
- Regular collection services will occur on all other holidays (e.g. Memorial Day, Labor Day, New Year’s Day, etc.)
- Customer Service phone lines (239) 252-2380 are open on all other holidays from 8:00am to 2:00pm
- Regular hours for Customer Service are Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm at (239) 252 2380. Email address utilitybill@colliergov.net
Local Resources
Emergencies
Fire – Police – Medical Emergency
Florida Poison Information Center
Non-Emergency Numbers
Fire Department
Sheriff’s Office
Local Utilities
Collier County Utilities: Water / Services / Government
Florida Power & Light
Waste Management
Comcast Xfinity Cable
Century Link