Members asked about HOA Quiet Hours. The Board determined that the community follows City Code for Quiet Hours.
Members asked about HOA Surveillance Cameras in the community. The Board encourages that owners install them, but must submit an Architectural Change Request first.
In addition to news posts about ongoing projects, a dedicated webpage has been created to get the status of these projects at a glance: Projects. (Current projects include fireplaces and pool resurfacing.)
Smoke Detectors
Approved single-station or multiple-station smoke detectors, continuously powered by the house electrical service, should be installed in every living unit within the condominium building in accordance with NFPA 101-2015, Sections 30.3.4.5 (New) and 31.3.4.5 (Existing). When activated, the detector should initiate an alarm that is audible in the sleeping rooms of that unit. This individual unit detector should be in addition to any sprinkler system or other detection system that may be installed in the building. As an alternative, wireless smoke detection systems may be used. To be acceptable in lieu of a single station smoke detector powered by the building electrical system, wireless smoke detection systems must be UL listed, but not all UL listed systems are acceptable. Many wireless systems are listed as household fire alarms, which do not necessarily provide supervision of the batteries. Some of the listed household systems may have supervision to meet the requirements of NFPA 101, but this must be determined on a case by case basis. All of the UL listed commercial systems have battery supervision, plus standby battery power for the alarm panel. In the UL Fire Protection Equipment Directory, these two product categories are:
In summary, to meet the intent of NFPA 101 as an acceptable alternative to single station smoke detectors powered by the building electrical system, a wireless smoke detection system must:
Open Fires
In order to reduce the risk of fire, gas and charcoal grills or similar devices used for cooking, heating or any other purpose, should not be used on any balcony, under any overhanging portion, or within 10 feet of any structure.
We had a very low turnout for our annual meeting; only about 10% of the community came and only 30% voted. The Board would like to know what we can do to have greater participation in our community.
If you could fill out this survey it would be greatly appreciated: https://forms.gle/kUCygw3gmW7dbTfE6
The regularly scheduled Board meeting for August 15th is being rescheduled. An update will be posted when a new date is determined.
We’re sorry the pool has taken so long to open this year, but it is now cleaned, repaired, filled, and safe to swim in! The spa is also up to heat.
We also have a new pool company doing regular service, so we hope things stay in better shape than previous years. Please contact us if you experience any issues.
Happy 4th of July!
Congratulations to Barbara, Mary, and Satya on being elected to another term on the the Board!
The Board has begun using a new online system for help requests. This will let us keep better track of requests that come in and make sure they are addressed in a timely fashion. This system also lets you check on the status of your request at any time, and makes sure that you get an email when we address your request.
You can file a request at https://caminodelprado.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new or simply send an email to help@caminodelprado.org. Please attach a picture when possible.
People looking to call in help requests or emergency requests should still do so – see the Contact page for details.
There was recently a fire in one of the homes in our community. The fire started in the wall around the chimney while the fireplace was in use. Even though the fire in the fireplace was out, the fire continued inside the wall. Luckily no one was hurt and the fire was quickly contained.
The Board is currently evaluating the cause of the fire to determine if preventative measures need to be taken to prevent further fires. In the interim, we would like to remind everyone that it is each unit owners responsibility to maintain their fireplace, firebox, and flue. We recommend getting an annual cleaning and inspection of your fireplace fireboxes and flues, and dryer exhausts. And please make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors have fresh batteries. Wired smoke detectors are also a good idea.
To help members of the community connect with one another, we have created a discussion group. You can sign up for this discussion group here:
https://groups.google.com/d/forum/caminodelprado/join
This is for community members looking to discuss topics with one another. Official news from the Board will still come from the official newsletter.
To report issues, please contact us directly.