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A large perk to being part of an HOA community comes with having access to amenities. According to a survey by 2ndkitchen, 87.2% of multifamily residents say amenities significantly impact their renting decision. They also impact buying decisions. As a board member or manager, managing these amenities can come with challenges. For example, communities without financial support or additional staff are more likely to offer limited amenities or struggle to manage their amenities correctly.
We all want to live somewhere where we feel a sense of community and lifestyle when it comes down to it. Amenities allow communities to engage and build relationships among other members. In addition, amenities increase property value and help gain interest from potential homeowners.
Establishing an HOA reservation amenities system is designed to help board members, managers, and homeowners manage, approve, and schedule reservations along with establishing rules of usage.
The post-pandemic period shows that people are now working from home regularly. In fact, “a report by Owl labs in 2021 found that 55% of respondents say they work more hours remotely than at the physical office.” With that being said, HOA communities are now gearing toward implementing amenities that include work-from-home options such as workspace areas. This contributes to the ability to manage reservations for a private workspace area. To better manage your work-life amenities, consider the following tips:
When it comes to managing your amenities, software plays a significant role. Community software allows members the ability to communicate and engage with other members. For example, community pools and common areas can utilize software by using features and applications that will enable them to schedule reservations and pay amenity fees directly through their community website.
Blocking Reservations will enable managers and board members to prohibit members from booking amenities for a designated time period with a custom explanation.
Another tip to managing your amenity reservations comes with the responsibility of teaching your community how to book an amenity correctly. Remember that not everyone is a tech-wiz. Those that are not as prone to using the internet or texting may find it difficult to book reservations through a mobile app or website.
A large part of managing amenities comes with how we maintain and operate its appearance. Even as board members and managers, it’s important to hold community members accountable for the upkeep of the amenity when being utilized. A suggested way to ensure accountability is exercised is to include guidelines and protocols for members when booking reservations.
To help with amenity reservations we have created 3 checklist templates for you to use within your community:
Download the amenity checklists here to help keep your amenities in perfect shape year long.