Modifications Committee Meetings, Minutes, & FAQ

RounTrey Modifications Committee Meetings and Minutes

06/29/17 7:45pm @ Clubhouse
[Minutes to be posted soon]

Upcoming Meetings
[To be posted soon]

Modifications Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Modifications Questions:
1. I’m considering a project at my home; is approval by the Modifications Committee required?
Typically yes - approval is required for most modifications that impact the exterior of your home or yard. If you are unsure if your improvements require an application, please consult the Design Guidelines & Covenants which are located on the the Documents of this website or email the Modifications Committee at rountreymodifications@gmail.com. Please note: this email address is intended for questions and general inquires and should not be used to submit applications.

2. How do I submit an application for approval?
Apply for approval by completing the Architectural Modification Request Form located on the Documents of this website. The form and supporting documents should be sent to our HOA management company, ACS West, by email, fax or mail using the instructions on the top of the form. Please do not submit the application to the Modification Committee Gmail address, as this may delay the application’s review. Please review the RounTrey Design Guidelines & Covenants to get a better understanding of what is permitted and what additional documentation may be needed (in addition to the request form). Additional documentation needed varies based on the project but typically includes:

Complete description of the proposed improvements to include photos/drawings, material types and sizes and color/finish
Plot plan approximately to scale showing the placement of the improvements in relation to your home and neighboring property lines and improvements. Note, many closing packages will include a copy of your plot/building plans for your home (e.g., an official survey). If it was not included, try checking with your builder. Worst case, a hand-drawing is acceptable, but please notate estimated distance of proposed improvements from existing structures and property lines.
If your project requires obtaining county permits, the Modification Committee may request to see copies.

3. How long does the application process typically take? The Modifications Committee has up to 30 days to review an application. Review times are frequently shorter; however, application volume and/or failure to provide adequate information to review the request may extend the time required for approval so please allow for up to 30 days when submitting an application.

4. Once the application is submitted, how does the process work? Once received by our HOA management company, ACS West, applications are loaded into a system utilized by the Modifications Committee to review each request. Once loaded, the resident should receive notification that the application is under review. The Modifications Committee will first review the application for completeness, then confirm that the requested modifications are in-line with the Board approved Design Guidelines. Upon review, the Modifications Committee will notify the resident with one of four responses:

Additional information is needed to adequately review the request.
The application has been approved.
The application is approved, subject to certain conditions.
The application has been declined with rationale provided.

The preferred method of communication on application status is through email, so please include a valid email address on your application. If you do not hear a response about your application within a reasonable time period, check your spam box.

5. Once my project has been approved, how long do I have to complete my project? Approval by the Modifications Committee is effective for a period of one (1) year from the date the approval is given. If work is not completed within this timeframe, the approval is considered expired and a new application is needed.

Covenant Violations:
6. How is the neighborhood monitored for violations to the Covenants and Design Guidelines? Our HOA management company performs inspections throughout the neighborhood no less than quarterly. If violations are discovered, the homeowner will receive a notice and is given time to correct the situation either by:

Removal of the violation
Submission of an acceptable application to bring the violation into compliance or by repair (in case of a maintenance problem).

7. What can I do if I notice a violation and want it corrected? While the HOA management company inspects the neighborhood regularly, residents can report violations directly to our HOA Management Company by emailing Martha Yeager at martha@acswest.org. When reporting a covenant violation, please include a description of the violation, a photograph of the violation, location of the issue by address and your name. Violations reported anonymously cannot be accepted; however they will be confidential.

8. Who do I contact if I have a question about the pool, common areas, or I want to alter the exterior of my house/landscaping? All committee members, including emails can be found on the HOA website in the Committees tab. Please do not post issues or questions on the RounTrey Neighbors page; not all committees visit that page on a consistent basis, and we have experienced several instances where incorrect information was posted (albeit unintentionally by well-meaning neighbors).
Here are the committee emails:
• Clubhouse & Gym: rountreyclubhouse@gmail.com
• Pool: rountreypool@gmail.com
• Modifications: rountreymodifications@gmail.com
• Grounds: rountreygrounds@gmail.com
• Social: rountreysocial@gmail.com
• Finance: rountreyfinance@gmail.com

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