Residents are reminded not to feed animals anywhere on Crown
Colony property. This includes wild animals, stray animals,
birds, squirrels, raccoons, cats, dogs, or any other animals that
do not belong to you. While feeding animals may feel kind or
harmless in the moment, it can create serious problems for the
entire community.

When animals are fed regularly, they begin to return to the
same areas looking for more food. Over time, this can attract
larger numbers of animals and create unwanted activity around
buildings, patios, balconies, garages, trash areas, walkways, and
common spaces. What may begin as one small act of kindness
can quickly become a daily feeding spot, and once animals
become comfortable, they may be difficult to discourage.

Feeding animals can also create safety concerns. Wild animals
may lose their natural fear of people and become bold,
aggressive, or territorial. Animals that gather near buildings or
walkways may frighten residents, approach pets, dig through
trash, damage landscaping, or leave waste in common areas.
This is especially concerning in a community with seniors,
children, pet owners, and residents with mobility concerns.

Food left outside can also attract pests such as rats, mice, ants,
flies, cockroaches, and other unwanted visitors. Even small
amounts of food, crumbs, bowls, or scraps can create odors,
mess, and sanitation issues. Once pests are attracted to one area,
they may spread to surrounding units and common spaces,
creating a larger problem for neighbors and the Association.

Feeding animals can also harm the animals themselves. Human
food is often not healthy for wildlife or stray animals. Animals
may become dependent on people for food instead of relying on
their natural behavior. This can put them at greater risk,
especially if they begin approaching people, cars, pets, or
buildings.

Residents should also avoid leaving pet food, bird seed, bread,
scraps, bowls of food, or open containers outside on patios,
balconies, walkways, garages, or common areas. If you have
pets, please feed them inside your unit and properly dispose of
any leftover food or packaging.

This reminder is not meant to discourage compassion. Many
residents care deeply about animals, and that is understandable.
However, feeding animals on the property can create health,
safety, cleanliness, and property concerns for everyone. The
best way to protect both the animals and the community is to
avoid feeding them.

Please help keep Crown Colony clean, safe, and comfortable by
not feeding animals anywhere on the property. A little
prevention now can help avoid much bigger problems later.

By CCHOA Management