NOTIFICATION OF RENOVATIONS
When a Unit Owner plans renovations or repairs, Property Management of Andover must be notified two weeks in advance by completing and submitting the Description of Work Form. All contractors performing work on any unit or common area of the condominium must be licensed and insured.
CONSIDERATION OF NEIGHBORING UNITS
Work done to a unit which might inconvenience others (hardwood flooring installation, for example) must be performed so as to minimize inconvenience. Be a courteous neighbor. If the work will take longer than one day, consider a letter/note or verbal communication sent/given to all residents who will be affected by this work and advise them of the length of time the work will take and an estimated completion date. You may contact PMA to have an “all Owners” notification sent to the community. As many residents work from home, this will enable neighbors to make arrangements to work elsewhere, if desired. Owners must consider the building’s age and condition plus possible damage. Owners are liable for any damage incurred.
HOURS OF WORK
Work may not begin before 8:00 am, and must end by 6:00 pm. on weekdays and 9:00 am – 4:00 pm on Saturday. No repairs/renovations/upgrades are to be done on Sunday, unless of an emergency nature (restoring utility services, stopping leaks, as examples). Every resident is entitled to a day of rest, peace and quiet. If water lines must be shut, this must be performed by a licensed and insured plumber and must be coordinated with Management several days in advance. Water shutoffs will only be scheduled after 10:00 a.m. Monday – Thursday. Permission is needed for weekend work and for shutting down the water. In the instance of water shut‐offs, the plumber may need to return to the building to address resulting issues of air in the lines; the cost of this work is the responsibility of the owner shutting off the water. Please refer to the “water shutoff” section above for additional information.
NO PROPPED OPEN DOORS
Residents, their guests, workers and contractors must not leave any of the doors on the ground floor propped open and unattended. This is a major breach of security and will result in fines assessed to the Unit Owner.
BUILDING PERMITS
All necessary permits must be obtained prior to start date. Please refer to https://www.lowellma.gov/688/Apply-for-a-Building-Permit for information on when a permit is required and how to obtain one. If a necessary permit has not been obtained and work proceeds, the Unit Owner is subject to a fine.
COMMON SPACE ENCROACHMENT
Any alterations that encroach upon Common Areas require prior approval of the Board of Trustees and possibly an approval vote by Unit Owners. Any alterations performed without approval by the Board of Trustees are subject to a fine.
INSURANCE CERTIFICATE REQUIRED
Contractors and sub‐contractors without proper insurance will not be allowed to work in the building. A copy of the insurance certificate for each contractor is required and shall be deposited with the Management Company and must name Canal Place 3 Condominium Trust as additional insured. Any construction performed without proof of insurance is subject to a fine.
STRUCTURE OF BUILDING
Nothing shall be done in any unit or to the Common Areas which will change, endanger, or impair the structural integrity of the building.
No improvements, additions, alterations or other work which in any way alters the exterior appearance or structure of any unit, shall be made or done without the prior written approval of the Trustees. All interior changes are subject to the terms required in the Master Deed. Unit modifications that do not meet the requirements in the Master Deed and have written approval must revert to the original state at the unit owners expense prior to issuing a 6D form. Unapproved changes that affect mechanical systems, use of common areas, or encroach on the quality of life for other residents will be subject to recurring fines until they are resolved. Changes that jeopardize the safety of other residents or the structural integrity of the building will be addressed by the trustees and billed to the unit owner.
Any Unit Owner or Owners, proposing to make any improvements, is required to receive written approval of the Trustees prior to commencing work. The Unit Owner or Owners shall apply for approval by delivering to the Trustees a written application describing in detail the nature of the proposed improvement, together with such additional documents as the Trustees may reasonably require, including plans, drawings and specifications. See DESCRIPTION OF WORK FORM form included within this handbook.
DEBRIS
Owners must ensure that workers keep common areas clean. Workers are forbidden to use any drains within the building for disposing of cement, plaster, paint, oil or other materials. Disposal of debris is the responsibility of the Owner, and is not to be included with building trash. Violators will be fined and held responsible for debris removal costs.
Board of Trustees may halt work if the above procedures have not been followed.
COPY OF RULES FOR WORKERS
Residents must give a copy of the “Rules for Workers” to all workers/contractors.
MAINTENANCE NEEDS
If you are seeking vendors for maintenance needs, The Canal Place 3 community website, www.CanalPlace3.com is a good place to seek recommendations from neighbors. There is also a community-sourced vendor list.
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