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In light of the recent hail storm, the KRA wanted to pass on some best practices to households that require replacement of siding and roofs. The continuity of community aesthetics has been the primary endeavour from the Kincora community.
For example, an east coast color theme would not pair well with existing homes, including alternate roofing materials, for example, clay tile or wood shingles. There are more architectural controls documents for the earlier developed parts of Kincora (2002’s) than the later built areas (2004’s and onwards).
Restrictive Covenants (RC's) are the documents that would have this information, which are referred to on the Land Title. Most RC's are concerned about overland drainage – soffit/ facia/ gutters and the cement troughs along backyards (swales), as well as fencing types, shapes, materials, and colours.
With the variety of housing exterior finishes in the community (stone, siding, and stucco), an upgrade to cement siding (like Hardy Board) would not be an issue. Some rebuilt homes have slightly differences to them than the original architectural designs of their neighbours.
The KRA Articles of Association (bylaws) do not mention anything about architectural controls. Bylaws are designed for HOA fees, interest charges, owner/ board member requirements and board governance.
Land titles include the following:
Encumbrance that makes the HOA fee mandatory, enforceable with legal collections (there is only 1 Encumbrance for all of the KRA homes), and Restrictive Covenants.
If you are looking for a new roof, siding, windows, repair, or inspection, it's important to be cautious of scams. These individuals often target homeowners who are trying to manage their home repairs on a budget. They also tend to focus in on neighborhoods with a high number of senior citizens, or areas that have recently experienced major storms. These companies may use low-quality materials that can cause more damage to your property and rush the job. In some instances, they may simply take the money and vanish. To protect yourself from these scams, it's important to take your time, do your research, and listen to your instincts. If a door-to-door salesperson is pressuring you or you feel uncertain about the information they're providing, it's okay to decline their offer and seek out other options. Don't feel obligated to make a quick decision or sign a contract before you've had a chance to fully understand the terms and conditions. Also consider the following:
- Is the individual or company bonded and insured?
- Covered by Worker's Compensation Board
- Accredited with an association or organization
- www.albertaroofing.com
- Registered with the Better Business Brueau
- bbb.org/ca/ab/calgary
- Provides recent references
- Contracts: Contracts are put in place to protect you from price increases and no-show jobs. Your agreement should always the full scope of work, payment terms, timelines, and warranty information. Without a contract, you have no legal recourse if the roofer doesn't follow through on the agreed-upon work or if they use subpar materials.
Be cautious and use your intuition. Remember...."If in doubt...check it out!"
Keep your dog license up to date, and make sure your pup is wearing theirs in case they get lost. The cost of having an unregistered dog is a $250 fine. Fido would rather you save that money for treats!
Some of our off-leash parks have fenced areas while others do not. Pick the park that works best for your furbaby.
Keep a close eye on your dog and work on their recall skills.
ALWAYS clean up after your pooch to help maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the park.
On hot days, make sure to carry water and visit the park during the cooler part of the day.
Planning a trip out of the country and want to take the kids, but leave your partner at home? Often it is better to have documented consent to leave the country. Our MLA Court Ellingson is here to help! Did you know you can pop by his office as they offer FREE notary services for all your documentation needs? Below is the contact information for his office.
#202, 1829 Ranchlands Boulevard NW
Calgary, AB T3G 2A7
Phone - 403.216.5444
Calgary.Foothills@assembly.ab.ca
Finally, back to school will begin by the end of the month. Please bear in mind that we have a number of bus stops in Kincora with excited little ones who will be attending. Please be mindful of the location of the bus stops and your speed.
Wishing you a wonderful final month of summer!
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