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                                   843-575-2820
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The Fripp Island Property Owners Association (FIPOA) interacts on a positive level with The Fripp Company regarding development and general matters of concern to all islanders.

FIPOA owns the island's half-mile access bridge, its streets, lagoons, lakes, beach accesses and other common areas. It also provides the island's security service.

Architectural Review

Protective covenants and architectural standards maintain harmony between development and the environment. Charged with preserving Fripp Island's natural beauty, the Architectural Review Board reviews and approves new home designs, remodeling efforts and landscaping.


Fripp Island Covenants Click Here



2009 FRIPP ISLAND HOMEOWNERS INFORMATION

 1. Fripp Island Property Owners Association. This is our island owners association and these fees represent maintenance and landscaping of the island common areas, lagoons, roadways, beach access walkways, security operations, POA buildings, and the Fripp Bridge Fund.

 Lot or Home assessment in 2009 is $840.00 Per Year

 

2. Beaufort County Property Taxes. The Beaufort County assessor places an appraised value on real estate based on comparable sales, condition, etc.  tH

Example: Resident / Owner Occupied : 4%
per $100,000 assessed x 4%= $4,000.00
$4,000.00 x Fripp Island Millage Rate of 95.2 Mills=$380.80 (per $100,000 assessed) (195.4 mills - 100.2 mills for School operation millage exemption = 95.2 mills)

Example: Non-Resident / 2nd Home or Homesite: 6%
per $100,000 assessed x 6%=$6,000.00
$6,000.00 x Fripp Island Millage Rate of 195.4 mills=$1172.40 (per $100,000 assessed) ( School Operation Exemption does not apply to Non-Resident or Homesite)

Sewer Assessment:

$503 per year thru 2027
( Fripp Island Public Service District Annual assessment for new sewer plant. This will appear on your Beaufort County tax notice)

  3. 2009 Estimated insurance costs:

 Fripp Island is a barrier island. Homeowners may be required to carry flood and wind & Hall insurance in addition to homeowners insurance. Total insurance cost can range from $4,000.00 to $15,000 or more depending on age, size, use ( rental vs personal) and location.

 

4. Estimated utilities ( for an average 3 bedroom home)

Electric $150 per month

Water and Sewer $ 60 " "

Telephone $ 35 " "

Cable TV $ 45 " "

Trash service $ 25 "   "


Utilities Information for Fripp Island

 

1.       Electricity                         South Carolina Electric & Gas (SCE&G)

PO Drawer 1168

Beaufort, SC 29920        1-800-251-7234

A telephone call is all that is required to establish service. A deposit may be required if you have not had prior service with SCE&G or may be waived with a letter of credit from your current service. If you are a BUYER, please give the effective date as the day after your scheduled closing. If you are a SELLER, please give permission for the buyer to have the service transferred to their name. DO NOT tell SCE&G to DISCONNECT, just give permission to transfer and give them your forwarding address for your final bill.

 

2.       Water and Sewer              Fripp Island Public Service District

291 Tarpon Boulevard

Fripp Island, SC 29920        843-838-2400

Telephone contact and application is needed to establish service in your name; however, you will need to know the closing date so a water reading can be completed. SELLER should call to give FIPSD your forwarding address for your final bill.   Apply Online: www.fipsd.com

 

3.       Telephone                         EMBARQ

PO Box 3348

Greenwood, SC 29648       800-672-6242 or 843-522-9404

We suggest that you call them at least one week before closing, as a deposit may be required before your service is connected, or may be waived with a letter of credit from your current service. You will have your choice of long distance carrier, request MCI for rental program.

1.       Cable TV                           Comcast

46 Sams Point Road

Beaufort, SC 29907    843-522-1341

This service requires a deposit in advance. When your deposit is received, they will schedule an appointment to have your service connected.

 

2.       Garbage                            Waste Management (843) 987-0710

Republic Waste Services (843) 524-1485

3.       Fripp Island Club

Ownership of property on Fripp Island entitles you to purchase membership in the Fripp Island Club, which

is necessary to enjoy the amenities. Please call the Club office at (843) 838-1528.

 

1.       Fripp Decals for Your Vehicle

Windshield decals are available through the Fripp Island Property Owners Association.

Please call the FIPOA at (843) 838-4155 for details. Apply on-line at www.fipoa.org.

 

2.       Rental Management

If you wish to have your property on the rental market, please contact Fripp Island Resort at (800)-845-4100 or (843) 838-4100, select a management company of your choice or actively manage the rentals yourself.

  • As a homeowner you are not required to join the club.
    Membership Choices

                                                             

    Full Membership (Resident or Non-resident, Family or Single)

    Enjoy all the Islands facilities to the fullest. 

    • Golf, Tennis, Marina, Swimming Pools, Dining, Fitness Center, and Club Guest Cards
    • May participate in Fripp Island Resort Rental Program.
    • Complimentary greens fees at both courses (cart fee not included-$25.00 per person plus tax)
    • Complimentary handicap calculation
    • May purchase Club Guest Cards for guests staying in your home
    • Family Club Guest Cards
    • Unlimited accompanied guests
    • Unlimited unaccompanied guests (thru the purchase of Club Guest Cards.)
    • 10% off meals at restaurants
    • Rental Club Guest Cards when renting your home through Fripp Island Resort

     

    Club Guest Cards:  Children, Grandchildren, Parents, Grandparents are considered Guests of the Member, and will receive family Club Guest Cards at no cost.    Guests do not have charge privileges.  Each guest over the age of 12 is required to have a Club Guest Card unless accompanied by a member.

     

    Social Membership (Resident, Non-resident, Family or Single)

    For those who want to join the Clubs social life this membership entitles you access to all island facilities. 

    • Golf (greens and cart fees not included), Tennis, Marina, Swimming Pools, Dining, Fitness Center
    • Unlimited accompanied guests
    • Family Club Guest Cards
    • 14 days of unlimited unaccompanied guests (thru the purchase of Club Guest Cards)
    • 10% off meals at restaurants
    • Handicap calculation - $20.00 per person

     

    Dining Membership

    As a member in this category you will only have access to some of the Islands dining facilities. 

    • Dining members may have accompanied guests only.
    • Beach Club Restaurant
    • Bonito Boathouse
    • Ocean Point Grille
    • 10% off meals at restaurants

     

    Inactive Membership

    Those eligible for inactive membership include owners of undeveloped lots or individuals who have sold their property, but plan to buy a new lot or home within ONE year.  An annual administration fee is charged, and use of the facilities is limited to 14 days per year.  Inactive member may NOT have unaccompanied guests. 

     

    The membership categories listed above are available to Fripp Island property owners and certain individuals approved by the Fripp Island Club Membership Committee.  Club membership is required for anyone, including property owners, to access Club recreational and dining facilities.  Property owners who are not members may only use Club facilities as guests of a Club member ONCE per year.  Only FULL Club members may participate in the Resort Rental Program or rent their home through another agency and obtain rental guest Club Guest Cards.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Updated 2/18/10

    FRIPP ISLAND CLUB
    MEMBERSHIP DUES
    FOR THE MEMBERSHIP YEAR 11/01/2009 - 10/31/2010
    STANDARD PAYMENT (OR) ANNUAL PAYMENT
        TOTAL      
    MONTHLY   MONTHLY ANNUAL   TOTAL
    DUES TAXES PAYMENT DUES TAXES PAYMENT
    RESIDENT MEMBER
       *         
     $       365.66  $      23.79  $     389.45  $  4,387.92  $   285.48  $  4,673.40
     $       454.23  $      28.96  $     483.19  $  5,450.76  $   347.52  $  5,798.28
               
     $       145.35  $        7.27  $     152.62  $  1,744.20  $     87.21  $  1,831.41
     $       204.40  $      10.22  $     214.62  $  2,452.80  $   122.64  $  2,575.44
    NON-RESIDENT MEMBER
       *         
     $       275.95  $      17.26  $     293.21  $  3,311.40  $   207.12  $  3,518.52
     $       398.59  $      25.58  $     424.17  $  4,783.08  $   306.96  $  5,090.04
               
     $       137.40  $        6.87  $     144.27  $  1,648.80  $     82.44  $  1,731.24
     $       172.61  $        8.63  $     181.24  $  2,071.32  $   103.57  $  2,174.89
                 
     INACTIVE & DINING DUES 
       *         
     N/A   N/A   N/A   $     596.85  $     29.84  $     626.69
     N/A   N/A   N/A   $     715.42  $     35.77  $     751.19
    TAXES INCLUDE:
     1) SOUTH CAROLINA ADMISSIONS TAX OF 5% APPLIES TO ALL DUES.
     2) BEAUFORT COUNTY ADMISSIONS FEE OF 2.5% APPLIES ONLY TO THE PORTION 
        OF DUES THAT EXCEED THE SOCIAL DUES EQUIVALENT.  THE BEAUFORT COUNTY 
        ADMISSIONS FEE DOES NOT APPLY TO SOCIAL DUES. 


 

 

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