Must Know Winter Tips for Homeowners

Homeowners new and seasoned all have one thing in common – we all need to prepare for a winter of powerful snowstorms in the Sierra together. Don’t skimp on protecting your property and family this season, and be sure to connect with your neighbors to keep an eye out for each other. Regardless of how many winters you’ve spent at Tahoe Donner, we’re all in this together!

KNOW HOW TO HANDLE “THE HILL”
The steepness of Northwoods Blvd. requires a vehicle with 4WD/AWD, studs, chains and sometimes a combination of everything. Never travel in a 2WD vehicle without chains during the winter.

BE AWARE OF WHAT’S ABOVE YOU
Snow loads sliding off roofs or trees have the potential to bury people and pets. Falling trees are also known to be a risk.

KEEP THE HEAT ON
Temps drop unexpectedly, and busted pipes are no fun for anyone! As a general rule, keep the heat in your home above 55 degrees.

ICE MELT, SAND OR YAK TRACKS
Whatever you want to use to keep your feet from slipping on the ice and snow, keep it near the door!

TAKE IT EASY
The speed limit in Tahoe Donner is predominantly 25 MPH, but aim to go even slower during the winter. Wildlife, accidents, dogs and children could require sudden stops, and sudden stops and ice don’t mix well.

CLEAR YOUR CAR ROOF
Snow on your roof will eventually slide and impede your vision. Other locals might also heckle you because it might blow back and obstruct their vision behind you too. Don’t forget to scrape your windows of ice and frost completely.

NO ROAD PARKING
Snowplows need access to the entire road, and your car can be ticketed or towed at your own expense. Please only park in designated areas that you have been permitted to park in during the winter months (not your neighbor’s driveway).

PACK A “JUST IN CASE” BAG
What would keep you alive and safe if you got stuck in your car for hours or days? If you haven’t created an emergency car bag yet, a warm blanket, food and water, first-aid kit, winter boots, gloves and hat would all help.

CREATE A LONG-TERM POWER OUTAGE KIT
In recent years, some residents went several days without power. Do you know where your candles, backup power supply and emergency radios are? Do you have batteries, food, water and a non electrical heat source?

HOW TO MAKE A COVENANTS COMPLAINT
Call (530) 414-8166; phone is staffed from 8AM-5PM with an after-hours answering service from 5PM-8AM. Provide the following:

• Name, address and email
• Address of property being complained about
• Nature and times of complaint
• Evidence (photos, video, etc.)
• Effect of behavior
• What actions have been taken

TAHOE DONNER’S NEXT STEPS:

• Call primary phone of property being complained about
• Speak with owner/designated contact or leave message and/or call additional phone number
• Email owner via any email on file
• Send follow-up emails | Email compliance@tahoedonner.com | Submit online at onestop.tahoedonner.com