One of the most common questions new residents ask in Livingston is: "Who is responsible for maintaining what?" The answer depends on the type of property or feature involved. Maintenance responsibilities are shared between the Livingston Homeowners Association (HOA), The City of Calgary, Brookfield Residential as the developer, and individual homeowners.
The Role of the Livingston HOA
The Livingston Homeowners Association is responsible for many of the enhanced community features that make the neighbourhood unique. Most notably, the HOA operates and maintains The Hub, Albertas largest HOA facility, and one of Calgary's most impressive community amenities, which includes recreation spaces, gathering areas, sports facilities, and year-round programming for residents.
The HOA also supports enhanced landscaping, pathway maintenance in designated areas, seasonal lighting, community events, and programming that brings neighbours together. Annual HOA fees help fund these services and amenities.
What Does the City of Calgary Maintain?
The City of Calgary is responsible for public roads, standard municipal infrastructure, public utilities, and many pathways and parks throughout the community. The city also manages services such as waste collection, street maintenance, and snow clearing on designated roadways.
The Developer's Responsibilities
As Livingston continues to grow, Brookfield Residential remains responsible for maintaining certain undeveloped lands, community features, and landscaping areas until they are transitioned to either the HOA or The City of Calgary. Responsibilities may change as new phases of the community are completed.
What Homeowners Are Responsible For
Homeowners are responsible for maintaining their private property, including landscaping within their lot lines and the condition of their home. Residents are also responsible for snow and ice removal on the sidewalks adjacent to their property and any driveway crossings in front of their home.
Working Together to Keep Livingston Beautiful
Livingston's appeal comes from the combined efforts of the HOA, The City, the developer, and residents themselves. By understanding who maintains which features, homeowners can better navigate community living while helping keep Livingston a vibrant, welcoming place to call home.