BSLPOA Architectural Review Update – December 2025
Two Single-Family Home Applications were reviewed by ARC in December. Both were recommended for approval. One was previously unauthorized construction. Six other applications were reviewed. Four were recommended for approval, one was held for additional information, and one was rejected. Effective December 31, 2025, there were 51 new homes in the approved construction process. Several […]
From My Lanai
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again. Burnt Store Lakes is a great place to retire! The Heron Herald won’t give me the space required to list all the reasons we love living here, but I would like to focus on one particular amenity. We have a kayak launch ramp! All neighborhoods cannot […]
Living With Coyotes
Coyotes are found throughout Florida. This adaptable animal belongs to the dog family and resembles a small German shepherd. In Florida, coyotes typically weigh between 15 to 30 pounds. They have pointed ears, a narrow muzzle and a bushy tail. Males tend to be larger than females. Coyote fur is usually grayish brown but occasionally […]
BSLPOA Website – BSLPOA.ORG
HOW TO KEEP IN CONTACT WITH BSLPOA! Our website allows us to welcome you and share the ins and outs, the activities, the benefits, and the advantages of living in Burnt Store Lakes. It is the primary communications vehicle for our Association. All members receive BSL email information notices as they are sent, unless they […]
Tax Season Can Be Stressful—Don’t Let Fraudsters Make It Worse
Each year the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) releases a list of the latest scams that taxpayers should watch out for. (View the full 2025 list here.) While many of these involve unscrupulous groups and individuals—especially on social media—trying to mislead taxpayers into filing false or incorrect returns, others center on direct attempts by fraudsters […]
Seven Fun And Weird Bits Of Valentine’s Day Trivia!
Whether or not you’ve already managed to find a gift for the special person/pet in your life, be it a significant other, a parent, a best friend, dog, cat, etc., the day itself is not without its own brand of peculiarity. So, dive right in as we explore a few of the strangest facts we’ve […]
Eight Wild Misconceptions About Florida, Debunked
The inhabitants of the Sunshine State may not be as old or kooky as you think. 1/ MISCONCEPTION: FLORIDA HAS THE LARGEST POPULATION OF OLD PEOPLE IN THE UNITED STATES. Between its theme parks, beaches, wildlife, and sometimes eccentric citizens, Florida lands in the news quite a bit. But not everything you hear is true. […]
Sports Idioms Used On And Off The Field
With so many sports terms in use beyond game day, it begs the question: Why does everyday language so heavily feature words originating in the world of sports? “There’s something that’s very specific to a certain discourse with a very precise meaning, and then we generalize it,” Adams says. “We recognize the significance of a […]
Florida Fun Fact
FLORIDA IS THE ONLY STATE WHERE A CHANNEL IS MARKED WITH DECORATED TOILET SEATS. This is true! The shallow, man-made channel in Islamorada is known as the Toilet Seat Cut, where you’ll see over 250 colorfully decorated toilet seats come into view as your boat approaches. Locals believe that this quirky trend made its debut […]
Beware Of Alligators!
INHABITANTS OF BURNT STORE LAKES AND NEARBY AREAS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ALLIGATORS FROM TIME TO TIME. If you cross paths with an alligator that … a. is in a place considered unacceptable, such as a swimming pool, lanai, garage, etc., b. you consider a threat to people, pets, or property, c. approaches people, or d. doesn’t […]