Online Plot Renewals

Renewing your plots for 2025

To renew your plots, please first read and agree to the 2025 Fairmount Community Garden Membership Agreement. At the bottom of this page, you will be asked to submit your name, phone number, email address and acknowledge that you have read and agree to the garden guidelines. Once you’ve submitted your form, you will be directed to PayPal to complete your payment.

  • If you have not completed the renewal for your plot(s) by December 1st, they will become available for rental.

  • If you are interested in renting an additional plot, please add your name to the waitlist and add in the comments that this is for an additional plot. Available plots will be opened to current gardeners once we have made it through our waitlist of new gardeners.

2025 FAIRMOUNT COMMUNITY GARDEN MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT

As a member of the Fairmount Community Garden (hereafter referred to as the "Garden"), I agree to the following terms and conditions. By initialing next to each item, I acknowledge that I understand and agree to comply with these rules.

Membership

  1. Dues: I agree to pay an annual, non-refundable fee of $75 to cover the rental for a single garden plot, garden maintenance, supplies, and shared resources. These fees are due prior to January 1st of each year. I understand that if I join after the start of the year, the fee may be prorated at the discretion of the garden board.

  2. Termination of Membership: I understand that my membership may be revoked if I fail to follow this agreement or maintain my plot after reasonable warning from the garden board.

  3. Eligibility for Renewal: I understand that failure to garden in my plot for a period of 12 consecutive months will result in nonrenewal for the following year.

Member Responsibilities

  1. Harvesting: I agree to harvest only from my assigned plot and designated public pick plots.

  2. Plot Maintenance: I agree to maintain my plot year-round, including times or seasons when I am not actively gardening. I will ensure that my plants do not impede the walkways or extend more than 6 feet above the bed’s soil level. I understand that if my plot is poorly maintained, the garden board may reassign it after reasonable warning.

  3. Workdays: I agree to attend at least three garden workdays per year or pay $50 to support garden upkeep.

  4. Pets: I agree that all pets must be leashed and cleaned up after.

  5. Children: I understand that children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

  6. Trash and Discarded Plants: I agree to dispose of trash and discarded plants properly and not leave them in walkways.

  7. Large Plants: I agree not to plant sunflowers, trees, or other large plants that may cast shade on neighboring plots. The plants in my plot will be maintained so they do not exceed 6 feet in height.

  8. Invasive and Toxic Plants: I agree not to plant any invasive or toxic plants that may be harmful to pets or humans.

  9. Fertilizers and Pesticides: I agree to use only organic fertilizers and pesticides in the Garden.

  10. Communication: I will reach out to a garden board member if I cannot maintain my plot or need assistance.

  11. Produce Sales: I agree not to sell produce grown in the Garden on the property.

Use of Garden Space

  1. Tools and Equipment: I agree to return shared tools and equipment in clean working order after use. I understand I am responsible for personal tools brought to the Garden.

  2. Prohibited Activities: I agree not to use chemical pesticides or herbicides, plant invasive or toxic species, or engage in disruptive behavior.

Plot Violation Warning Policy

  1. Initial Violation Notification: I understand that if I violate the garden rules, I will receive a written warning with steps to correct the issue within 7-14 days.

  2. Second Warning: If the issue is not addressed within the given timeframe, I will receive a second warning, with notice of potential plot forfeiture if noncompliance continues.

  3. Final Warning and Notice of Plot Release: If the issue remains unresolved after the second warning, I understand my plot may be reassigned, and I will be notified of forfeiture.

  4. Appeal Process: I understand that I have the right to appeal any warning or plot release decision within 7 days of the final warning. At the conclusion of this process, the garden board’s decision will be final.

Liability

  1. Waiver: I understand that the Garden, any associated organizations, or owners of the land are not responsible for my actions. I therefore agree to hold harmless the aforementioned parties for any liability, damage, loss, or claim that may occur in connection with the use of the garden by me or any of my guests. 

Member Agreement and Signature

I, the undersigned, have read, understood, and agree to abide by the Fairmount Community Garden Membership Agreement as outlined in this contract. I understand that failure to comply with these terms may result in the termination of my garden membership.