Portrait Hill

Hello Neighbors! 👋

We’re excited to share the latest updates, reminders, and upcoming events happening in our community.

Here’s what’s going on in Portrait Hill:

Happy New Year!!!

Wishing everyone all the best in this new year.

Website & Communication Updates

The Portrait Hill website is up and running, if you want to stay up to date with News and Announcements, please sign up to receive our emails. https://portraithillsc.com

Reminders:

Pool Opens on May 1st!!!!

We’re excited for pool season to be here soon and have some exciting news, we will have new Furniture for the pool and Cabana. More details to come closer to opening day.

Architectural Requests

As a reminder, any exterior modification requires residents to submit an application for approval by the architectural review board. Exceptions include refreshing what is already in place (e.g., replacing mulch with the same color, replacing dead plants/shrubs with the same type, repainting siding with the same color, etc.). Applications should be submitted to architectural@mjsmgt.com.

Lawn Care & Maintenance

Homeowners are responsible for maintaining their lots to prevent unsightly, unhealthy, or unkempt conditions. Lawns should be free of debris, excessive weeds (including flower beds), and mowed frequently. Trees should be trimmed so they don’t have any branches that are too low on the street or sidewalk.

Saluda Landscaping is offering tree trimming services for just $30 per tree for our neighborhood.

Regular tree trimming helps:

✅ Prevent HOA violations
✅ Keep sidewalks clear and safe for walkers, kids, and strollers
✅ Keep streets free of low-hanging limbs for cars, delivery trucks, and emergency vehicles
✅ Maintain a clean, well-kept look throughout the neighborhood

If you’re interested in taking advantage of this offer, please fill the form attached and Saluda Landscaping will contact you to schedule. https://forms.gle/DASD9FHV5wT3JYSSA

This is the time of the year to give some love to your grass. Here’s a quick checklist to make sure you’re taking the right steps to have healthy grass:

Spring Season (March- May)

Goal: Wake the lawn up safely

o Early March – Light cleanup (leaves, sticks, debris)

o Early-Mid March – Apply pre-emergent for crabgrass (soil temps ~55°F)

• Spot-treat visible weeds (use centipede-safe products)

• Late April-Early May – First mow once grass is fully green

• Set mower height to 1.5-2 inches

• Late May – Apply ONE light fertilizer (low nitrogen: 15-0-15 or similar)

• Optional soil test (ideal pH: 5.0-6.0)

We understand that lawn maintenance can be time-consuming. If you need help or resources, reach out to board@portraithillsc.com. Community volunteers are available to assist residents in bringing their yards into compliance, and the Board is willing to work with residents to allow reasonable time for upkeep.

Parking Reminders

If you plan to park at the clubhouse when there is no scheduled event, please email board@portraithillsc.com with the vehicle details and duration to avoid towing.
Overnight street parking is not permitted.
RVs/Campers may not be parked on driveways for extended periods. For stays longer than 72 hours, email board@portraithillsc.com for approval.
For more details, refer to the community CC&Rs under the Documents & Forms tab on the website.
🚫 No Parking in Green Spaces – Vehicles parked in green spaces will be towed at the expense of the responsible resident.

Friendly Neighborhood Courtesy

🐾 Clean up after your pets to help keep our community beautiful.
🚗 Observe the speed limit for the safety of children, pets, and pedestrians.
🗑️ Bring in trash and recycling bins promptly after pickup on Tuesdays.

Upcoming Events

Events for the year have been posted in the Facebook group, check the events section on the Portrait Hill group,

Portrait Hill Ladies Night (Galentine’s shopping hangout) – February 5st @ 7pm – 9pm
- Grab your girlfriends and come have a good time shopping, yapping and go home with some cool goodies. You don’t want to miss this one.
Mar – 21- Pub Crawl (2pm)
Mar – 28 – Easter Egg Hunt (11am)
Apr – 18 – Yard Sale (8am-12pm)
May – 16 – Block Party (12p-2pm)/Corn hole tournament (2pm)
June – 13 – Fireflies Family Outing
July – 4th of July Parade (10:30am)
Sept – 17 – Ladies Night (7-9pm)
Sept – 26 – Fall Fest (2pm)
Oct – 3 – Yard Sale (8a-11am)
Nov – 8 – Holiday Market (1-4pm) – If you own a business and want to participate, make sure to fill the form on the FB event.
Dec – 5- Santa’s Visit (10:30am-12pm)

Have a Question or Concern?

Please email us at board@portraithillsc.com or reach out directly to each member:

Fabiola Batiz – Vice President: vp@portraithillsc.com
JT Mezick – Treasurer: treasurer@portraithillsc.com
Mike Kalec – Secretary: secretary@portraithillsc.com
Lisa Blackmon – Member At Large: director@portraithillsc.com

For official complaints, clubhouse reservations, architectural requests, budget reviews, meeting notes, assessment payments, and other administrative needs, contact MJS at 803-743-0600.

We appreciate your help in keeping our community safe, friendly, and welcoming!

— The Portrait Hill BOD