When is the Annual Meeting?
The 2026 Annual Meeting will be Sunday, January 11, 2026 from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm at New Albany Links Clubhouse: 7100 New Albany Links Dr, New Albany, OH 43054.
How can I join the HOA board?
Any Tidewater homeowner in good standing is encouraged to become part of the Tidewater HOA Board. Each year at the Annual Meeting new nominations are accepted. The Board asks that any homeowners interested in being nominated to serve as a Director for 2026-2028 nominate themselves or have another homeowner nominate them on or before January 7, 2026. For a nomination form, please contact the HOA.
Do we need to keep our front post light on at night?
Yes. All exterior front post lights are required to be working and illuminated each day from dusk to dawn on each lot located in the Tidewater at New Albany subdivision. It is the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain all posts, fixtures and light bulbs.
Pet Guidelines
Pets must be leashed or restrained behind fencing at all times and are not permitted in common areas unattended. While invisible fencing may be installed, chaining or roping pets to a restraint device for the purpose of leaving the pet unattended is not permitted. Homeowners must remove pet excrement from neighbor lawns and common areas.
What are the Winter Holiday Lights Rules?
- Holiday lights should not go up prior to November 15th
- Lights should not be turned on prior to November 23rd
- Lights should be turned off by January 15th
- Lights should be taken down by February 15th
Sports Equipment and Toys
Starting November 1st, please make sure all sports equipment and children's toys (i.e. trampolines, playhouses, inflatable pools and portable basketball hoops) are removed from street view each evening.
Not Ever Permitted in Tidewater
- Gazebos
- Metal structures
- Sheds
- Signs
- Private sports courts
- Building or disturbing preservation and wetland zones
- Tree removal other than for public safety reasons
Can we have signs in our yard?
No sign of any kind shall be displayed to public view on any lot except one professional sign which conforms with the existing Zoning Regulations of the Village of New Albany, Franklin County, Ohio and is approved by the Committee. The HOA retains the right to determine what signs are of appropriate size, condition, and location, as well as what constitutes a reasonable period of time for displaying a sign, on a case-by-case basis.
How do we repair or replace the mailbox?
The Tidewater Homeowners Association adopted a mailbox maintenance policy in 2020. Due to normal wear and tear, the Association will refurbish and/or repair mailboxes once a year as determined by the Property Management Company.
For all other repairs, contact: Mailbox Doctor 614-746-2503
If your mailbox is damaged (i.e. hit by a car or snow plow), the homeowner is responsible. To purchase a replacement, use this vendor: Capital Lighting, Columbus - cast aluminum Hanover model (M201).
How do we replace a street tree?
Each Lot Owner is responsible for street trees on their lot. Owners shall care for and if necessary replace street trees with a like tree at owner's expense.
The Tree Lawn is defined as the area between the sidewalk and the street. The City of New Albany retains a right-of-way and/or easement interest in that area. Maintenance of trees in the Tree Lawn is handled as follows:
- Property owner contacts their Homeowners Association to inform them of tree(s) of concern, providing contact information, address, number of trees and location.
- New Albany Public Service Department will evaluate the tree(s) and respond via email within 30 days with recommended action to the HOA.
- In the event tree removal is recommended, the city or selected contractor will remove the tree and provide stump grinding at no charge to the property owner or HOA.
- Property owner will be responsible for a cost-sharing payment of $150.00 towards each new tree planted.
- Property owner will be responsible for critical early care of newly planted trees including watering, mulching, and fertilizing as needed.
Visit the New Albany Street Tree Program to request dead tree removal and replacement.
Waste Disposal FAQ
- No lot shall be used or maintained as a dumping ground for any rubbish.
- Trash, recycling containers, garbage, or other waste are required to be stored in the homeowner's garage and not visible unless on the designated trash day.
- Trash containers may be placed at the curb no earlier than 7:00 pm the night prior to removal and removed no later than 7:00 pm the day of removal.
Can we have a garage sale?
Garage sales are allowed as long as they are contained within the garage. Homeowners cannot show items outside the garage. HOA sign rules apply - signs are not permitted.
Can we rent a house in Tidewater?
Each homeowner can rent their home for up to 2 years maximum. As a general matter, Tidewater HOA is an owner-occupied community; lots are not to be purchased and held for investment or leasing purposes. As such, the leasing of lots at Tidewater is prohibited with few exceptions. The occupancy of an owner's lot by the owner's parent(s) or child(ren) is not considered a rental and is permitted. In addition, every owner may lease their unit when faced with a hardship for up to a maximum total of 24 consecutive months; no extensions beyond the 24-month period are permitted for any reason.
How do I submit an exterior modification request?
Download and complete the Alteration/Modification Application and submit it to the HOA for Board approval before beginning any exterior modifications. See the Application for Modification page for details.
Where can I find the community rules?
All governing documents are available on the Community Downloads page.
Who do I contact for maintenance issues?
For common area maintenance issues, submit a service request through NAI Ohio Equities.