UNITED LAGUNA WOODS<\/p>\n
MUTUAL<\/p>\n
LIKE-FOR-EQUIVALENT<\/p>\n
ALTERATION POLICY<\/p>\n
JULY, 2021<\/p>\n
REVISED AUGUST 2024, RESOLUTION 01-24-89<\/p>\n
The Architectural Control and Standard Committee recognized the need to provide a more streamlined<\/p>\n
approach to some of the member alterations that are like for equivalent replacements of existing components.<\/p>\n
The purpose of the Like-For-Equivalent (LFE) process is to allow the member to have available a submittal<\/p>\n
notification that instantaneously notifies Manor Alterations of the work without the need of a Mutual Consent<\/p>\n
burden.<\/p>\n
For all the components listed below, no Mutual Consent (Manor Alteration permit) will be required. However,<\/p>\n
notification of the change-out using the specified form is required.<\/p>\n
The mutual requires notification of the Like-For-Equivalent replacements using a form provided by the<\/p>\n
Manor Alterations Division along with a signed waiver releasing the mutual from liability. The member will<\/p>\n
be responsible for contractor liabilities and securing insurance certificates. Items contained on the Like-<\/p>\n
For-Equivalent Policy will not require a City of Laguna Woods permit(s). This policy does not allow any<\/p>\n
replacements where asbestos containing materials could be released such as, but not limited to,<\/p>\n
acoustic\/popcorn ceiling, drywall, or linoleum tile (with mastic) floors. This document does not imply any<\/p>\n
variance.<\/p>\n
Member agrees to be responsible for damage due to any alterations\/modifications to their and\/or neighbors\u2019<\/p>\n
manors as a result of this LFE replacement.<\/p>\n
Category I: Replace items that have already received alteration approval and are currently installed:<\/p>\n
Like-For-Equivalent replacement of items that have already been previously approved and permitted as<\/p>\n
alterations. This is the removal of the existing component and installation of the replacement and will not<\/p>\n
change existing electrical, plumbing, structure, walls. Absolutely, no cutting into walls, demolition, cutting<\/p>\n
into wall studs\/framing and the like is covered under this document. Plumbing replacements will only cause<\/p>\n
the replacement of the tubing and the plumbing components outside of the wall from the wall valve to the<\/p>\n
plumbing component. This document is intended to be narrowly defined and any components not expressly<\/p>\n
listed in this policy is not allowed.<\/p>\n
In order to fall into this category, the following requirements must be met:<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Same size envelope and location as the existing item<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Same power connection, voltage, amperage as existing item<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Same or better function as existing item<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Same plumbing connections and flows as existing
\nInitial list: This list are items where the member has taken responsibility due to the fact that it is an<\/p>\n
alteration. These items do not require a Mutual Alteration consent or permission to change the item out.<\/p>\n
The only requirement is to notify Manor Alterations via the proper form, as to what has been changed for<\/p>\n
the record.<\/p>\n
These items are to replace an existing component. Member can only install a new component that is a<\/p>\n
replacement for a previously existing component:<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Alteration refrigerators<\/p>\n
Alteration stoves\/oven (Plug-in only)<\/p>\n
Alteration microwaves (Non-vented)<\/p>\n
Alteration kitchen counter-tops (including backsplash)<\/p>\n
Alteration kitchen cabinet doors (and fronts)<\/p>\n
Alteration shower enclosures\/shower-tub doors (not re-tile of shower)<\/p>\n
Alteration bathroom vanities (including faucets, countertops and sinks)<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Alterations in wall heat pumps\/air conditioners (Plug-In only)<\/p>\n
Category II: For Component replacement in (original) unaltered areas.<\/p>\n
Like-For-Equivalent replacement of items in unaltered manors for the only those items listed below. This is<\/p>\n
the removal of the existing component and installation of the replacement and will not change existing<\/p>\n
electrical, plumbing, structure, walls. Absolutely, no cutting into walls, demolition, cutting into wall studs<\/p>\n
and the like is covered under this document. Plumbing replacements will only cause the replacement of the<\/p>\n
tubing and the plumbing components outside of the wall from the wall valve to the plumbing. This<\/p>\n
document is intended to be narrowly defined and any components not expressly listed are not allowed. All<\/p>\n
mutual owned appliances will be returned to the mutual, all mutual owned items (such as sinks, counter-<\/p>\n
tops, etc.) will be returned to the mutual to track what has been altered and therefore becomes member’s<\/p>\n
responsibilities.<\/p>\n
Component replacement requirements:<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Same size envelope and location as existing<\/p>\n
Same power connection, voltage, amperage as existing<\/p>\n
Same or better function as existing<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Same plumbing connections and flows as existing (or better, for example low flow toilets).<\/p>\n
Initial List: These are items which are mutual owned but member desires to upgrade or change out based on<\/p>\n
their preferences.
\nRefrigerators<\/p>\n
Stove\/oven (Plug-in only)<\/p>\n
Microwaves (Non-Vented)<\/p>\n
Kitchen counter-tops (including backsplash) and sinks and faucets<\/p>\n
Kitchen cabinet Doors (and fronts)<\/p>\n
Shower enclosures\/shower-tub doors (not re-tile of shower)<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Bathroom vanities<\/p>\n
Category lll: (All manors) Decorative and Functional changes as noted below will not require any<\/p>\n
notification (including Like-For-Equivalent Form not needed) nor disturb mutual building components.<\/p>\n
LJ<\/p>\n
Curtain rods and other hangers required for plants, and wall hangings<\/p>\n
Shades, blinds and other types of indoor window treatments<\/p>\n
Upgrades to closets \u2014 closet upgrade kits e.g., double poles\/hangers, shelves, shoes racks, etc.<\/p>\n
Closet doors<\/p>\n
Shelving attached to walls for books, knick knacks, etc. in various rooms and furniture<\/p>\n
earthquake protection<\/p>\n
Installation of wall hung and\/or floor supported storage cabinets not in the kitchen<\/p>\n
Painting of interior walls and ceilings and, wallpapering of interior walls<\/p>\n
Addition of indoor carpeting over indoor hard surface flooring<\/p>\n
Changeout of indoor carpeting to new indoor carpeting<\/p>\n
Installation of hard surface flooring in those areas that are permitted in the community in<\/p>\n
accordance with Resolution 01-18-115 Interior Flooring Policy can be added without need for<\/p>\n
United Board approval and permitting<\/p>\n
Interior doors and hardware<\/p>\n
Cabinet Hardware<\/p>\n
Lighting fixtures (decorative non-electrical only)<\/p>\n
Outdoor solar lights \u2014 not to interfere with mowing, walkways, etc.
\nDeployment: In order to make a Like-For-Equivalent notification, the member, is required to complete the<\/p>\n
online form available on the Community website (www.lagunawoodvillage.com) under Manor<\/p>\n
Alterations.<\/p>\n
Pictures of the existing unit and the replacement unit (i.e., before and after photos) are to be included<\/p>\n
with the email. Manor Alterations will acknowledge the email through an auto-reply. Manor Alterations<\/p>\n
will supply instructions and a form on their website.<\/p>\n
Notice to residents: Should the resident be unsure as to whether or not an appliance is considered an<\/p>\n
alteration, Manor Alterations should be contacted.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","document_category":[1070,1738],"document_type":[53],"class_list":["post-49290","document","type-document","status-publish","hentry","document_category-policies-procedures-operating-rules-united","document_category-united-policies-procedures-ma","document_type-other"],"acf":{"document":47123,"resolutions":null,"legacy_id":"7762","pdf_extracted_text":""},"yoast_head":"\n