Rules for Contractors
1. Governing Documents
Rules for construction within the building are outlined in the Governing Documents for the Condominium Association. These rules are a supplement and not intended to relieve any liability to conform to the recorded documents. Owners and Contractors are recommended to familiarize themselves with all applicable documents before commencing any construction project within the building
2. Insurance
Contractor shall maintain liability, builder’s risk, and workman’s compensation insurance for the duration of the project. Proof of insurance to be provided to the Manager
3. Approval
Additional approval is required for any change in approved plans/scope of work for a unit with the exception of like for like replacement of equipment. Before any construction or renovation work commences an owner shall submit plans and detailed description with a scope of work to the Manager, as described above. All requests that propose “Major Construction” shall be submitted by the Manager for Board review and approval. All owners will be notified of proposed major construction.
4. Notice
All owners are to be notified of “Major Construction.”
5. Unit Inspection
Owners of potentially affected units shall have the right to require an inspection of their unit prior to construction and may request pre-construction survey, including photography, which shall be provided, and supplied to the unit Owner, at the expense of the unit owner undertaking construction.
6. Independent Advice
The Board may elect, at the expense of the Owner undertaking construction, to retain the services of independent experts to review and advise them during the approval and construction process.
7. Damage Deposit
The Manager or Board may condition approval of the scope of work upon the payment of a refundable damage deposit which shall be used to offset the cost to the Association of excessive wear and tear on Common Elements and the retention of the independent expert.
8. Schedule
Prior to commencing work, contractors shall provide a schedule of work with the Manager. The Contractor shall provide bi-weekly (once every two weeks) construction schedule updates to the Manager.
9. Construction Dates
Major construction shall be limited to off-seasons; April 15 to June 15, and September 30 to November 20, inclusive.
10. Construction Times
Major construction is allowed seven days per week during the approved time period. Minor construction is allowed at other times depending on certain occupancy conditions, and subject to the approval of the Manager.
11. Supervision
Contractor shall supervise the work of all subcontractors, material, and equipment suppliers. A contractor’s representative, fluent in English, shall be present at all time work is taking place.
12. Protection
Contractor shall protect all hallways, entrances, elevators, and other property from damage during construction. Any damage shall be solely the responsibility of the contractor to repair at their expense to the satisfaction of the Owning entity.
13. Cleanup
Contractor shall provide daily clean-up services at the construction site and shall keep all hallways, entrances, and grounds free from debris and the presence of construction materials and equipment
14. Bathrooms
Building bathrooms are for the use of owners, guests, and staff. Use of the bathrooms may be allowed by permission of the Manager. Failure to keep bathrooms clean will result in withdrawal of bathroom access.
15. Smoking
Smoking is not allowed in the Willows building or in units under construction.
16. Dumpster
The contractor shall not use the Association Dumpster for any construction related activity but shall provide and place dumpster(s) as required, at the direction of the Manager.
17. Construction Materials
Construction materials and equipment shall be contained within the unit under construction unless otherwise authorized by the Manager. Do not overload the structure with materials or debris.
18. Safety
The contractor shall be responsible for all site safety issues as mandated by federal, state and local laws and regulations.
19. Parking
Contractor shall use the parking that would typically be assigned to the unit under construction. Additional parking may be provided at the discretion of the Manager.
Rules for construction within the building are outlined in the Governing Documents for the Condominium Association. These rules are a supplement and not intended to relieve any liability to conform to the recorded documents. Owners and Contractors are recommended to familiarize themselves with all applicable documents before commencing any construction project within the building
2. Insurance
Contractor shall maintain liability, builder’s risk, and workman’s compensation insurance for the duration of the project. Proof of insurance to be provided to the Manager
3. Approval
Additional approval is required for any change in approved plans/scope of work for a unit with the exception of like for like replacement of equipment. Before any construction or renovation work commences an owner shall submit plans and detailed description with a scope of work to the Manager, as described above. All requests that propose “Major Construction” shall be submitted by the Manager for Board review and approval. All owners will be notified of proposed major construction.
4. Notice
All owners are to be notified of “Major Construction.”
5. Unit Inspection
Owners of potentially affected units shall have the right to require an inspection of their unit prior to construction and may request pre-construction survey, including photography, which shall be provided, and supplied to the unit Owner, at the expense of the unit owner undertaking construction.
6. Independent Advice
The Board may elect, at the expense of the Owner undertaking construction, to retain the services of independent experts to review and advise them during the approval and construction process.
7. Damage Deposit
The Manager or Board may condition approval of the scope of work upon the payment of a refundable damage deposit which shall be used to offset the cost to the Association of excessive wear and tear on Common Elements and the retention of the independent expert.
8. Schedule
Prior to commencing work, contractors shall provide a schedule of work with the Manager. The Contractor shall provide bi-weekly (once every two weeks) construction schedule updates to the Manager.
9. Construction Dates
Major construction shall be limited to off-seasons; April 15 to June 15, and September 30 to November 20, inclusive.
10. Construction Times
Major construction is allowed seven days per week during the approved time period. Minor construction is allowed at other times depending on certain occupancy conditions, and subject to the approval of the Manager.
11. Supervision
Contractor shall supervise the work of all subcontractors, material, and equipment suppliers. A contractor’s representative, fluent in English, shall be present at all time work is taking place.
12. Protection
Contractor shall protect all hallways, entrances, elevators, and other property from damage during construction. Any damage shall be solely the responsibility of the contractor to repair at their expense to the satisfaction of the Owning entity.
13. Cleanup
Contractor shall provide daily clean-up services at the construction site and shall keep all hallways, entrances, and grounds free from debris and the presence of construction materials and equipment
14. Bathrooms
Building bathrooms are for the use of owners, guests, and staff. Use of the bathrooms may be allowed by permission of the Manager. Failure to keep bathrooms clean will result in withdrawal of bathroom access.
15. Smoking
Smoking is not allowed in the Willows building or in units under construction.
16. Dumpster
The contractor shall not use the Association Dumpster for any construction related activity but shall provide and place dumpster(s) as required, at the direction of the Manager.
17. Construction Materials
Construction materials and equipment shall be contained within the unit under construction unless otherwise authorized by the Manager. Do not overload the structure with materials or debris.
18. Safety
The contractor shall be responsible for all site safety issues as mandated by federal, state and local laws and regulations.
19. Parking
Contractor shall use the parking that would typically be assigned to the unit under construction. Additional parking may be provided at the discretion of the Manager.