HOA Info
The Sands subdivision (also referred to as Sands Sub or Sands Project) is a residential community located on Big Pine Key in Monroe County, Florida, ZIP 33043, near mile marker 31 on the Gulf side. It primarily features single-family homes, including many manufactured and mobile homes. Public records indicate the existence of SANDS PROJECT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Florida not-for-profit corporation, document N43090), with a listed address of 31142 Avenue I, Big Pine Key, FL 33043. However, the entity status is listed as INACT (inactive) in Division of Corporations records.
HOA Fees and Financial Obligations No active HOA fees or financial obligations are documented in public sources. Real estate listings for properties in the subdivision, such as those on Zillow and Realtor.com, typically note HOA N/A or no mention of dues, consistent with an inactive association. Property owners should verify current status directly with Monroe County property appraiser or local records, as inactive status suggests no enforced assessments.
Rules and Regulations With the HOA inactive, subdivision-specific covenants or rules appear minimal or unenforced through a formal association. Development and land use are governed by Monroe County regulations, including the Big Pine Key Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) considerations for endangered species protection. Recent county discussions (2025-2026) reference road adaptation and resilience projects in the Sands neighborhood, indicating ongoing infrastructure focus rather than strict HOA enforcement.
Community Amenities and Lifestyle The Sands subdivision offers a quiet, residential Florida Keys lifestyle with proximity to natural surroundings and basic community facilities. Residents enjoy easy access to the waterfront Big Pine Community Park at the end of Sands Road (31009 Atlantis Road), featuring tennis courts, playground, skate park, ball fields, bocce, basketball/handball courts, and a fitness trail. The park is open daily 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. The area is convenient to local restaurants, shopping, and the Gulf side for boating or fishing. Lifestyle emphasizes relaxed island living with potential environmental constraints on new construction.
Notable Aspects The subdivision is part of broader Monroe County efforts on habitat conservation and climate resilience, including stormwater and road elevation projects discussed in public meetings. Low-density residential character with many modest homes. Limited commercial amenities within the subdivision itself; focus is on proximity to county parks and Keys lifestyle.
Management Company: SANDS PROJECT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. (inactive) Phone: Details not publicly available Email: Details not publicly available Website: Details not publicly available Address: 31142 Avenue I, Big Pine Key, FL 33043