The Edmonds School Condominium Unit Owner's Association consists of the owners of all residential units in the Association. It is governed and self-managed by a Board of Directors in accordance with the D.C. Condominium Act and the Association's governing documents, with administrative support, finance and accounting provided by EJF Real Estate Services.

The governing documents of the Association, in order of precedence, consists of: 1) the Declaration, including the Condominium Plat and Plans and any and all exhibits, schedules or certificates thereto, and all amendments thereto which are recorded. These documents the physical components that comprise the Association; 2) the Bylaws and all Amendments thereto, which outline how the Association shall be governed, all consistent with the the District of Columbia Condominium Act; and 3) the Rules and Regulations, which are operating rules adopted by the Board of Directors which includes, among other items; assessment collection procedures, enforcement policies, and election procedures. The documents, i.e. Bylaws, Declaration and Rules and Regulations, are available on this website under Documents. The Edmonds School CUOA Budget is available on the EJF website.

Each owner has a voting share according the assigned Par Value allocated to each condominium unit as noted in the Declaration.

The Association is responsible for the operation, care, upkeep, and maintenance of the Common Elements and for arranging for services to the Condominium. The Association Board is responsible to the Owners to create an Annual Budget to fund the operations of the Association The Budget is divided into three parts; School, Townhouses and Shared, each having an Operating Budget portion and a Reserve portion. Of these two parts: (1) The Operating accounts are for day to day obligations e.g. utilities, insurance premiums, landscaping, taxes, etc.; and (2) The Reserve accounts for future replacements such as exterior painting, roofing, paving, hallway carpeting, common area HVAC replacement, etc. Each owner is assessed based on their Unit's Par Value for their portion of the Operating, Shared and Reserve Accounts.

The Association Reserves are based on the Association's Reserve Study, updated periodically, which identifies the future estimated cost of items needing maintenance or replacement. The Owner's Annual Assessment includes an amount, typically 15% to 20% of the Annual Budget, to cover the forecasted expenses in future years.

The Association By-Laws (Section 9) enumerates the restrictions regarding the Owner's use of their Units.

A Unit Owner shall have resided in the unit for a period of one year prior to leasing the unit. The lease shall be for a term of not less than six (6)months or any other minimum Unit leasing term established from time to time by the Board of Directors, The owner is required to comply with the Association's By-Laws, including any amendments thereto, and the Rules and Regulations established for leasing. The number of leased units is limited to 40% of the total number of units. The owner must provide to the Association a signed copy of the Lease and the signed Lease Addendum. A Fee of $200.00 is assessed for each move-in and move-out. Refer to the Rules and Regulations regarding moving day and hours restrictions. Moving in or out or receiving a delivery may only be done Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, excluding holidays. Moving companies are required to meet all insurance and other requirements of the Edmonds School CUOA.

The owner's agent should contact EJF to request a copy of the Homewise package which contains among other materials the documents necessary to advise a Buyer of the By-Laws, Rules and Regulations, Finances and Reserves, Insurance, etc. A Fee of $200.00 is assessed for each move-in and move-out. Refer to the Rules and Regulations regarding moving day and hours restrictions. Moving in or out or receiving a delivery may only be done Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, excluding holidays. Moving companies are required to meet all insurance and other requirements of the Edmonds School COA.

Common areas are any areas that are not privately owned or limited common areas appurtenant to a unit, and are available for public access. These areas include the lobby, hallways, grounds, parking area, deck and elevator. Common areas may be used only for their designated purposes during the times those facilities are open, and they are subject to other restrictions. See the CC&Rs and Rules and Regulations for use and restrictions of the common areas including the deck and community grill. Refer to the Rules and Regulations regarding quiet times and hours of use restrictions.

Parking spaces are located in the rear parking area. The spaces are deeded to specific units. No parking is available for guests or contractors. Refer to the Rules and Regulations regarding parking area restrictions.

The governing documents state that all homeowners must carry liability insurance that covers their units for accidents or mishaps, as the Association's policy covers only the common area. Unit owner insurance is also required by the D.C. Condominium Act, which specifies the minimum amounts of such coverage.

The Association's Annual Assessment includes Gas, Water and Sewer, no notification is required for hookup or use. Contact PEPCO to transfer the electric service. The property is wired for internet and cable with Comcast and Verizon FIOS. Access for internet is also available with Starry and DC Access. Contact your preferred provider for service. Contact Verizon or Comcast for land-line phone service.

Refer to the Rules and Regulation for the Association Policy regarding insurance requirements for service providers. A list of providers which have been reviewed for the compliance with required insurance, contractors license and tax registration is included. Note that some of these EJF-registered service providers have a preferred rate for EJF properties.

The community bike shelter is located in the parking area by the deck and parking lot. Space is first come, first served. A heavy duty bike lock in recommended. Bicycles are to be registered with the Association. Refer to the Rules and Regulations for the appropriate form to be completed and submitted to the Association president.

Pets are allowed as provided in Rules and Regulations.

The Association provides ladders, light bulb changer extensions and other useful items in the first floor storage closet located between #103 and #104. Refer to the Lobby Bulletin Board for specific items for use.