Fee collection

Subdivision and common-area fees, handled with care

For commercial subdivisions, pad-site developments and properties with shared common areas, we administer owner assessments accurately, consistently and transparently.

Why it matters

Shared roads, landscaping, lighting, drainage, signage and snow removal depend on every owner contributing their share on time. Inconsistent billing or unclear records create friction among neighboring owners and can leave common areas underfunded and poorly maintained.

Silvergate brings structure to the process. Owners know what they owe, why, and how the money is used, and the common areas that support every property stay in good condition.

We administer fee collection for a commercial subdivision of pad sites in Thornton, so we understand both the bookkeeping and the practical upkeep it pays for.

A good fit for

  • Commercial subdivisions with multiple pad sites
  • Retail or office centers with shared parking and common areas
  • Owners’ associations governed by recorded covenants or reciprocal agreements
  • Developers handing off a subdivision to its owners

What we handle

From the budget to the ledger

Budgeting

Annual common-area budgets based on actual costs, service contracts and upcoming needs.

Allocation

Each owner’s share calculated according to the governing documents, applied consistently.

Billing

Clear assessment notices and invoices issued on a predictable schedule.

Collection

Receiving and recording payments, with professional, documented follow-up on late accounts.

Recordkeeping

Organized ledgers and owner statements showing each owner’s assessments and payment history.

Common-area upkeep

Coordinating the landscaping, snow removal, lighting, drainage and repairs that shared fees pay for.

Vendor oversight

Bidding and supervising common-area vendors, and checking invoices against contracts.

Owner communication

Notices, answers to owner questions, and updates on common-area projects.

Year-end reporting

A summary of what was collected and spent, ready for owners and their accountants.

How it works

Setting up fee administration

  1. Review the documents

    We review the covenants, declarations or agreements that define the common areas and how costs are shared.

  2. Confirm the budget

    We work from current costs and contracts to set or confirm the annual budget.

  3. Set up accounts

    Owner contacts, allocations and billing schedules are organized and opening balances confirmed.

  4. Bill, collect and report

    Assessments go out on schedule, payments are tracked, and owners receive clear statements.

Need help administering shared fees?

Tell us about the subdivision or property and how fees are handled today.