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There were four (4) Single-Family Home Applications reviewed by ARC in February.  Two (2) of these were recommended for approval and two were held for additional information. Sixteen (16) other applications were reviewed. Twelve (12) were recommended for approval, one was held for additional information, and three were rejected. Effective March 1, 2025, there were […]

Residents, The date for general paving has been pushed back again. The contractor is having issues in Lemon Bay—another neighborhood that is also being paved.  Currently, our general paving will begin late April or early May.  When we receive a more definitive start date, we will send out another notice. Vincent Avenue, Belize Court, and Mint […]

COMMITTEE (ARC) MEETINGS Burnt Store Lakes’ (BSL) governing documents outline specific rules for new structures, physical improvements, and modifications an owner can make to their property. The BSL Architectural Review Committee (ARC) ensures the Association maintains a cohesive appearance by following the deed restrictions and community standards.  NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Architectural Review Committee […]

How To Keep in Contact with BSLPOA! Welcome to Burnt Store Lakes.  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.  The Burnt Store Lakes website is the best way to make sure you are up to date […]

In one of the great real estate deals of all time, the United States acquired all of Florida from Spain 206 years ago for less than the price of a Naples beachfront home. Spain’s asking price was $5 million. The sale closed on Feb. 22, 1819, a cash deal, sold as-is. It is unknown who […]

In February 1512, a royal contract was granted to Juan Ponce de León by King Ferdinand, giving him the authority to search for the ‘The Islands of Benimy.’ The contract stipulated that, for three years, he would have exclusive rights to the island in question, as well as any neighboring islands he discovered. He would […]

Did You Know? A study of visitors commissioned by the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Tourism Development Council shows that:

For three long years, Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary has had to close its doors — first due to COVID, then after being hit hard by Hurricane Ian. However, under the leadership of owner Lauri Caron, volunteers persevered through long, hard days to care for the more than 120 animals in her charge. It was business as […]

THAT YOU PROBABLY HAVEN’T HEARD BEFORE Easter — along with all of its decorative eggs, delicious ham dinners, and cheerful baskets — is hopping down the bunny trail quicker than the legendary speedy hare. This year, the Christian holiday will fall on April 20, so mark that calendar if you haven’t already. While the central story of Jesus’ death and resurrection is likely […]