Architecture Committee: January 2026

2025 Wrap Up Architectural Application Count: ■ Approved Final Applications = 140 ■ Approved Remodel Applications = 15 ■ Approved Change Order Applications =14 ■ Disapproved Applications = 21 ■ Applications Still Under Review = 8 Does It Need Approval? ■ Outdoor Televisions and Outdoor Sound Systems— These items are not considered to be … [Read more...]

Turf Removal Project

The Board of Directors has approved an upcoming turf removal project due. The project will be completed in coordination with California watering authorities which will provide significant rebates for the work. Questions and Comments can be sent to msr2@niguelshores.org    Map of the Turf areas approved to removed & … [Read more...]

Maintenance Committee: December 2025

  Keeping Niguel Shores World-Class—As we approach the end of the year, your Maintenance Team remains committed to the maintenance and enhancement of our beautiful community. We are tackling a substantial list of projects, from recreational improvements to essential infrastructure upgrades to ensure Niguel Shores remains a beautiful, secure, … [Read more...]

Communication Committee: December 2025

“Official” Communication—I confess that I rely on my electronic devices so much every day that I can’t imagine being without them. I’m on my phone or computer checking messages, answering texts, searching information, ordering deliveries, Facetiming family, and (yes, I admit it) going through Instagram reels and Facebook posts. Doing this, I … [Read more...]

Historical Committee: December 2025

HISTORICAL COMMITTEE We have made some progress in our mission to identify and record the photographs and documents that have been contributed by our residents. Some oral histories have been completed as well. Thanks to all of you who have been generous with your donations. Now that we are approaching year-end, we are asking that all of you in … [Read more...]

Maintenance Committee: November 2025

Pumps Are Working—Well, the Halloween festivities are over and we are into fall, but I’m betting we will still be treated to some warm weather so keep the sunglasses and flip flops ready. Speaking of weather, we had a little rain and it was a great test for the new sump pump system on our pathway from the park to the Selva gate steps. Facilities … [Read more...]

Landscape Committee: November 2025

With the fall season upon us, the Landscape Committee is busy working with Harvest and Matt Northrop to get things looking good for the upcoming holiday season. As mentioned in a recent Board Report, the community is moving forward with updating key planting areas to a more cohesive and consistent look. This is a phased program that extends … [Read more...]

Historical Committee: November 2025

The Historical Committee had its inaugural meeting on October 7 at which Mary Crowl was elected temporary chair contingent upon Board approval. The Committee agreed to meet quarterly with the next meeting to be on January 26, 2026. Karen Decker is our staff representative, and Heather Harding is our Board Liaison. The Committee adopted a … [Read more...]

Communication Committee: November 2025

By now you've made a note to turn back your clocks on November 2 and submit your election ballot by November 4—so we won’t remind you about those items. However, we’d like to tell you about some projects where you can contribute to the Niguel Shores community. Here are a few: Views Views Views—We hope you enjoyed the beautiful sunset views on … [Read more...]

Turf Dethatching and Overseeding

Turf Dethatching and Overseeding Fall is here, and this is the time to scalp the warm season turf and over-seed with a cool season turf blend. October is a key  transitional month in the turf lifecycle. It is the month when the warm season grasses begin to go dormant, which causes lawns to look dead and brown. Of course, the lawns are not … [Read more...]