A Welcome Letter is sent to all new co-owners and includes all of the information herein. This letter can be printed for future reference.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Who governs the Association?
What if I have a serious emergency after hours?
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Where do I send my association payments?
When will I receive a new payment book?
When will I receive the annual operating budget for the new fiscal year?
When is my association assessment payment due?
Can I have my monthly payments automatically deducted from my bank account?
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
How do I contact the board of directors?
How can I obtain the Master Deed and Bylaws?
How can I change our Designated Voting Representative?
How can I change my emergency information on file?
How do I file a complaint about my neighbor?
How can I obtain proof of the Association’s insurance?
Do I need any property insurance?
Can I lease my unit to someone else?
Can I change the exterior of my home?
Where can I park my vehicle?
Are pets permitted at the Association?
Where do I place my rubbish?
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Should I change my exterior light bulbs?
How do I turn on/off my exterior spigot?
How do I request maintenance?
Can I turn off my sump pump?
GENERAL INFORMATION
Who governs the Association?
A Board of Directors governs the Association. Directors are co-owner volunteers who have been elected by the Association membership. The day-to-day management is handled by our management agent:
Herriman & Associates, Inc.
41486 Wilcox Road, Plymouth, MI 48170-3104
734-459-5440 fax 734-459-0690
www.herriman.net
What if I have a serious emergency after hours?
Call 734-459-5440 at any time. A recording will provide you with the emergency pager number for the day. Herriman & Associates, Inc. will contact you as soon as they receive your pager call.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Where do I send my association payments?
Three payment options are available – automatic deduction from your bank account, payment via on-line banking or payment with a check.
If you sign-up for automatic payment, your regular assessment payments will be automatically deducted from your bank account each month. Click Service Forms to print an ACH Debit Authorization – you can sign-up at any time.
If you pay via an on-line banking service, you must include the association’s name AND your account number (located at the bottom center of your payment coupon) in the “Pay To” line. Mail payments to the address below.
If you pay by check, mail your check AND your payment coupon to:
Olde Orchard Country Homes Condominium Association
c/o Herriman & Associates, Inc.
P.O. Box 6409
Plymouth, MI 48170-0972
When will I receive a new payment book?
Payment books are mailed only to those co-owners who are not using the automatic payment service. If you have recently purchased your home, please click Contact Us to request a new coupon book.
When will I receive the annual operating budget for the new fiscal year?
Budgets are typically mailed after the Board of Directors approval or in mid-October.
ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
How do I contact the board of directors?
Simply click Contact Us. Your concerns, comments or compliments will be given to the Board of Directors. If you wish to address the Board of Directors in person, please request the day and time of the next scheduled board meeting.
How can I obtain the Master Deed and Bylaws?
Click Contact Us to request these documents. They will be copied for a fee and made available for pick-up. Please allow 2 days for preparation.
Hint: These documents may have been given to you at your mortgage closing.
How can I change our Designated Voting Representative?
Click Service Forms. You can print, sign and mail the Designated Voting Representative form at any time. All co-owners receive this form prior to each annual meeting.
How can I change my emergency information on file?
Click Service Forms.
How do I file a complaint about my neighbor?
Please contact the police immediately if you are concerned about your personal safety.
If you wish to file a complaint with the Association, please submit your complaint in writing, not via e-mail. Herriman & Associates, Inc. will schedule a hearing and notify the (allegedly) offending co-owner. You will be asked to appear at a board or committee hearing to state your complaint.
How can I obtain proof of the Association’s insurance?
The Association’s insurance agent will provide proof upon request. Click Contact Us to request the name and phone number of the Association’s Insurance agent.
Do I need any property insurance?
Yes, you cannot rely on the Association’s property casualty and liability insurance policies to cover your personal property or betterments or improvements of your condominium unit. You are urged to consult with your insurance agent.
Can I lease my unit to someone else?
If you are planning to lease your unit, a copy of the lease should be sent to Herriman & Associates, Inc. prior to signing. Herriman & Associates, Inc. reviews leases for the Association to assure that all leases and rental agreements state that tenants or non-co-owner occupants shall comply with all of the conditions of the condominium documents. The tenant information form can be found in Policies.
Can I change the exterior of my home?
There are restrictions relative to making modifications to the common elements – the exteriors of buildings, the common grounds and some interior building components. Visit Service Forms and complete a Modification Request. The Board of Directors must approve your request before you begin any modification.
Where can I park my vehicle?
The Association has specific parking restrictions within the courts. Only one car per unit is permitted to park on the curb adjacent to the building. All other cars must be parked in the center of the courts or on Olde Orchard Street. During “snow emergencies” you will be asked to move your vehicle to facilitate snow removal.
Are pets permitted at the Association?
Yes, pets are permitted in the Association but there are several restrictions. Please read the Condominium Bylaws for details.
Where do I place my rubbish?
Dumpsters for rubbish removal are located in various courts throughout the community. You may not use the Association’s dumpsters for carpeting, large appliances, furniture, doors or other construction debris from your unit.
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Should I change my exterior light bulbs?
Yes, unit owners must replace exterior light bulbs in the fixtures attached to your unit. The Association is responsible for exterior lighting along the walking path, street and court lighting, and Clubhouse lighting.
How do I turn on/off my exterior spigot?
Interior valves need to be shut off every fall to prevent pipes from bursting. The shut off is a two step process – 1) turn off the interior shutoff valve, which is near the exit point to the outside and then 2) open the exterior spigot to allow remaining water to drain out and then shut it off. In the spring, simply reverse the process.
How do I request maintenance?
Click Service Forms.
Can I turn off my sump pump?
No. Each building has one or more sump pumps installed to assist with the removal of ground water. If your unit has a sump pump for the building, and it stops operating, please contact the Site Manager as soon as possible.