| Serial Number | 99072762 |
| Word Mark | WATERFORD LAKES |
| Filing Date | Friday, March 7, 2025 |
| Status | 641 - NON-FINAL ACTION - MAILED |
| Status Date | Wednesday, August 20, 2025 |
| Registration Number | 0000000 |
| Registration Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Mark Drawing | 3 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) |
| Published for Opposition Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Description of Mark | The mark consists of a circular emblem containing a stylized design of a natural landscape. Within the circle, there are three cattail plants with elongated leaves emerging from a background of tall grass. Below the grass, two wavy lines represent water. Encircling the top of the emblem, the words "WATERFORD LAKES" are displayed in a curved, uppercase, serif font. |
| Section 2(f) Limitation Statement | Claiming "Waterford Lakes" because it has geographic significance, it has become a recognized brand through long-term exclusive use in connection with the governance, management, and promotion of the Waterford Lakes Community Association (WLCA). The association has actively used the name in community services, homeowner engagement, event organization, and property oversight, making it a distinctive identifier beyond its geographic meaning. |
| Goods and Services | Homeowners association (HOA) services, namely, administration, governance, and operation of residential communities; management of common areas, amenities, and recreational facilities; organization and promotion of community events, social gatherings, and resident engagement initiatives; enforcement of community guidelines and property standards; coordination with vendors for maintenance, security, and landscaping; and marketing and promotional outreach via websites, email, and social media |
| International Class | 035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions. |
| US Class Codes | 100, 101, 102 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Friday, March 7, 2025 |
| Primary Code | 035 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Tuesday, October 1, 1991 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Tuesday, October 1, 1991 |
| Party Name | Waterford Lakes Community Association |
| Party Type | 10 - Original Applicant |
| Legal Entity Type | 06 - Incorporated Association |
| Address | Orlando, FL 32828 |
| Event Date | Event Description |
| Friday, March 7, 2025 | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED |
| Friday, March 7, 2025 | APPLICATION FILING RECEIPT MAILED |
| Monday, July 28, 2025 | NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED |
| Saturday, August 9, 2025 | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER |
| Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN |
| Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Monday, July 28, 2025 | NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE E-MAILED |