Frequently Asked Questions

• Do I need to submit a landscaping plan?

• Is there a Catch and Release Rule regarding fishing at Blue Mountain Lake?

• If we have a concern or question regarding the rules and regulations how and to whom do we address issues of violation by community members?

• What is the procedure for tree clearing for new construction?
  
   

Do I need to submit a landscaping plan?

• A landscaping plan must be submitted to the Design Review Committee prior to the start of any work involving earth movement or disturbance, removal of trees or the installation of structures, ponds, fences, or walls. Certain types of improvements require a permit application and or fee. Please call the Operation office prior to the start of any work for information and applications.

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Is there a Catch and Release Rule regarding fishing at Blue Mountain Lake?

• Currently, there is no rule or regulation governing the catch and release of fish either by the state or the Blue Mountain Lake Club. It is encouraged that people fishing in the lake follow Pennsylvania catch and Toss policy, and throw back the fish they catch.

• The BML Board, with input from the lake committee, will monitor this policy

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If we have a concern or question regarding the rules and regulations how and to whom do we address issues of violation by community members?

Depending on the nature of the violation you have several ways of addressing your concerns:

• Any criminal act should be reported to 911 first, then reported to security or the operations office.

• Violations that are not of a criminal nature should be reported to the operations office or security.

• Management-related concerns can be addressed by contacting the office, by phone or in writing. Policy - related concerns can be addressed in writing to the Blue Mountain Lake Board of Directors, c/o the operations office at 3 Blue Mountain Lake, E. Stroudsburg.

• The Operations Committee also meets the first Saturday of each month. Issues or concerns that you would like to address should be forwarded to the Operations office at least three weeks prior to the meeting in order to be placed on the agenda.

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What is the procedure for tree clearing for new construction?

• An application is made to the operations office, trees are marked, and inspection by an authorized Club employee will take place.

• Several factors contribute to clearing area for the construction of a new home. These include:

• Lot shape

• Soil type (rock, wet conditions, clay)

• Dwelling size, shape and location (the house can placed anywhere within the building setbacks. Topography, soils, aesthetics, lot shape and views all contribute to positioning of the dwelling)

• Driveway type (side entry vs. front entry garages)

• Underground utility installation location (water, sewer, phone cable, electric and buried propane tanks all require trenching which results in tree removal.)

• Viable trees may not exist in areas that do not need to be cleared.

• E & S controls and additional stormwater facilities may be required. These necessitate the clearing of additional trees.

• Blasting - In areas with excessive rock, blasting is required. The swell of rock as a result of blasting results in additional tree damage necessitating removal.