Frequently Asked Questions

“Open House” signs are permitted within GPCA but they must be approved prior to installation. Homeowners or Real Estate Agents who desire to place “Open House” signs in GPCA Common Area (area managed by GPCA), must submit a request and receive approval prior to installing any signs.

The Uniform Sign Policy Resolution (dated June 23, 2023), recital R-4.1.b., covers this topic. To submit a request for approval to place “Open House” signs in GPCA, complete and submit an application for review.

IWAlert, Isle of Wight’s Emergency Alert Notification System, provides you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods.

Visit the IWAlert page for additional information and to register to receive notifications.

What we know of Gatling Pointe today started to take root in 1988. However, the history of the land predates our Community by many, many years. Read more about the history of Gatling Pointe and how the land that it was born from has connections to things that make Smithfield known near and far.

Signs are allowed on homeowner property only, but there are limitations regarding the type and when they are allowed. The Uniform Sign Regulation covers the use of signs on property throughout Gatling Pointe.

For matters that are directly related to the safety or well-being of residents of Gatling Pointe, the Isle of Wight Sheriff’s Office should be contacted at their non-emergency number – (757) 357-2151. Dial 911 for all emergencies.

Additional contact information for the Isle of Wight Sheriff’s Office is available on their webpage.

GPCA is governed by Covenants that are meant to ensure it is aesthetically pleasing and functionally convenient. Violations aren’t designed or intended to harass the homeowner; rather they provide all homeowners in the Community the assurance of equal application and enforcement of certain objective standards.

Complaints can be filed through use of the Association Complaint Form.

Yes. Information about the program, including how to become active in it, can be found on the Neighborhood Watch Program page.

United Property Associates (UPA) is the management group that oversees the day-to-day business needs of GPCA. The assigned Property Manager, Casey Lindblad, carries out myriad duties in this effort. Additional information about our property manager and the associated responsibilities can be found on the UPA Property Management page.

Boats, Trailers, and Recreational Vehicles shall not be parked in driveways or on the street, but may be kept in garages or parked on the rear of the lots provided that they are not visible from the street. The loading and unloading of recreational vehicles in the driveway is permitted, but shall not exceed 24 hours each, per week. Requests for longer stays due to special circumstances must be made in writing, and are subject to approval from the Board of Directors.

If there is a need for a deviation from this rule, a request should be made to the Board of Directors with all of the particulars noted so that an informed decision can be made based upon your request.

There are many opportunities to help the GPCA, from volunteering to serve on the Architecture Review Board to welcoming new neighbors to the Community. Visit the Volunteering Opportunities section of News & Information page to learn more and to contact the POC for an area you might be interested in.

The following is an excerpt of the Articles of Incorporation, which can be viewed in its entirety.

The name of the corporation is Gatling Pointe Community Association, Inc., and its sole purposes and powers are as follows:

To manage, maintain, and care for the Common Properties in the planned community development known as Gatling Pointe, located in Isle of Wight county, Virginia, and to assess, collect and disburse the charges due the Corporation from its Members, as hereinafter provided.

To acquire (by gift, purchase or otherwise), own, hold, improve, build upon, operate, maintain, sell, lease, transfer, mortgage, encumber, dedicate for public use or otherwise dispose of real or personal property in connection with the affairs of the Corporation.

To do any and all things and acts that the Corporation, from time to time, in its discretion, may deem to be for the benefit of the Common Properties and the Members, or advisable, proper or convenient for the promotion of the peace, health, comfort, safety or general welfare of such Members, and to conduct any and all business that a Corporation organized.under the Virginia Nonstock corporation Act by law may now or hereafter conduct and have or exercise all powers rights and privileges that are not required to be specifically set forth in these Articles.

Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Articles, the Corporation shall not carry on any activities not permitted to be carried on by a homeowners association exempt from federal income tax under section 528 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 or the corresponding provision of any future Internal Revenue law.

Yes; in fact, there are several in Isle of Wight County. The closest to Gatling Pointe, however, is the Jones Creek Refuse and Recycling Center. For a complete listing of all the centers in the county, as well as hours of operation and guides to assist you using the centers, visit the Isle of Wight Refuse and Recycling Center web page.

GFL Environmental, the county-negotiated contract service that collects waste for residents of Gatling Point, collects waste on Fridays. Be aware that the schedule may be adjusted due to major holidays occurring on the scheduled pickup day or during the week. Unscheduled events may also require the scheduled pickup date to be adjusted as well.

If you would like to confirm the date for pickup, simply go to GFL Environmental’s website to access the pickup schedule. For additional information, please contact customer service at 757-487-2220.

As a reminder, trash containers may be placed curbside the evening prior to the scheduled collection date and shall be returned the screened area of the property by the morning of the day following collection.

Yes, Isle of Wight County does allow open burning. Gatling Pointe is not within a development service district (DSD) and there is very specific guidance for open burning. If open burning is being considered, it is recommended that homeowners become familiar with guidelines set forth by the Office of the Fire Official and accompanying ordinances.

The Board of Directors meets the fourth Monday of each month to discuss matters that impact the Community, as well as offer Homeowners the ability to discuss matters that are important to them via the Homeowners Forum. The schedule of meetings, as well as other events, is located on the Calendar of Events page.