Frequently asked Questions
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Is there a Website with information indicating the ‘Fire Risk’ I may be facing at San Marin Valley?
Yes. The Board offers the following link...
Is there a recommended information source indicating the location of active fires near San Marin Valley?
Yes. The Board offers this information. There is an app for your mobile device titled ‘Watch Duty’. It can be found in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. You can also access Watch Duty on your web browser via app.watchduty.org
Who does the Association have as its Insurance carrier?
The Board offers this information. The current insurance carrier is Farmers Insurance.The current Annual Insurance Disclosure (2024) is available —> HERE
What should be done if your Mail is suspected stollen.
What are the tasks which describe the services performed by our Property Manager, a.k.a. the Job Description?
What are the governing statutes and documents of our HOA?
The Board is guided by the ‘Davis-Sterling Act’. its CC&R’s and its ‘Rules and Requlations’ . These are available by clicking on the following BUTTONS.
- The ‘Davis-Sterling Act’ can be found licking on this BUTTON
- Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs)
[Recorded March 2, 2020]
- The rules that supplement the provisions of the CC&R’s, which regulate the use of units and common areas?
The Board has published regulations which are supplemental.
Is there a Rule regarding window coverings?
The Board has published a rule addressing window appropriate coverings.
Is SMOKING allowed in our community? Either inside of my unit, or in the common areas of the complex.
The Board has posted the City of Novato’s Smoke-Free ordinance.
This ordinance was adopted in January of 2017.
When is the Pool available for use?
The Board has adopted a change to the Rules and Regulations, as published. This change modifies the hours of availability as follows:
The Association has traditionally set May through October for having the Pool open and available.
The hours of access during that period are:
8 a.m. — 9 p.m. seven days a week
What are the PARKING regulations within the San Marin Valley
The Board has published specific PARKING regulations.
Are there common parking issues that I should be aware of?
The Board offers the following...
Is there an Emergency Alert System in Marin County?
Yes, there is ‘NIXLE’, ‘FIRESafe Marin and ‘ALERTMarin’…
How do I enroll in these systems?
The Board offers the following on how to enroll in the Marin system...
What is the difference between AlertMarin and Nixle?
The Board offers the following...
To enroll with Nixle…
The Board offers the following on how to enroll in the Nixle system...
And there is FIRESafe Marin, dedicated to improving fire-safety awareness in Marin County
Is the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District’s newsletter available
Is there a way to see what may be of interest in the City of Novato?
The Board offers the following...
Does the City of Novato have a Noise Ordinance?
The Board offers the following...
What is the City of Novato’s regulation governing Construction Hours?
Is numbering available for the New Rollup Garage Doors?
For those who bought the new garage doors, the Board is currently searching for a source. More info to follow.
My Garage Door (Main door) is in need of repair or replacement. Are there guidelines for replacing the door with other than the original single panel wood type?
What are the procedures for installing an EV Charging Station in my assigned garage space?
If you are considering install an EV charging station in your assigned Garage, guidance can be found on page 2 of the EV Charging Station Application (the first of the two forms found by click on the Button below). The ‘EV Charging Station Application’ and the ‘License Agreement EV Charging Station’, along with any required permits, must be submitted to the Board for consideration prior to the start of installation.
Are there guidelines for using a back-up generator, for instance during a electrical power outage?
Am I permitted to install a satellite antenna on my residence and LOT?
The Board offers the following guidance...
Is there guidance for the placement of security cameras on my property?
The Board has offered considerations with regard to the installation and placement of security cameras.
Are there specific requirements that I, as a home owner, must meet if I want to make changes to my property?
The CC&Rs contain specific provisions to be followed prior to undertaking any additions and/or modifications to the exterior of any Residence. The Owner shall obtain prior written approval of the Association
Are there specific specifications for Windows replacements?
The Board has published specifications when replacing windows.
What means do I, as a resident, have of disposing of large items like furniture or appliances? Can I place the item on the curbside, offering it to others?
The Board offers the following...
Does the Association have recommendations for controlling rodents?
Marin/Sonoma Mosquito & Vector Control’s Newsletter, offers advice on rodent control).
We live very close to open space. Should I be concerned about snakes living in our complex? Is there information available regarding snakes and the species that might be found here?
Here's some good info for us all. From the Things that Creep WEB site:
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