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What is the purpose of an application?
The reason for an application is two-fold. First and foremost,
it serves as a permanent record that follows your house for future
owners and yourself. Secondly, it assures that your request is
being processed in accordance with the Association's governing
documents.
Whether you are making a home improvement or receive a letter
stating that an improvement is needed, an application is required
prior to the start of the work (except in the case of an emergency
i.e., broken window, garage door, etc.). Even in the event of an
emergency repair, where work needs to be performed immediately,
an application must be submitted.
How long is my application valid?
Once an application has been approved, the length of time to
complete a project varies. If you have received a letter that requires
work to be done on your home, you will have 90 days to complete
the work from the date of the approval. If you submit an application
about a project for which you did not receive a letter, you will have
60 days from the date of approval to complete your project.
What if I change my mind?
Please notify the HOA office of any changes to your approved
application. If you decide not to do the project, this needs to be
reported to the HOA office as well. Your application will be null and
void, and if you wish to move forward with the application at a later
date, you will be required to submit a new application at that time.
What do I do if my project is delayed?
If your project is delayed, please notify the office and arrangements
will be made for a reasonable timeline for an extension.
What do I do when the project is nished?
When you have finished your project, please notify the office and
a final inspection will be performed. Once the inspection has been
completed, notification will be sent to you by mail.
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL By Gloria Brosky
