What changes can I make to my condominium prior to construction?
We offer several interior finish selections and upgrades carefully selected by our interior designer. For an additional fee, the interior of the condominium can be completely custom-built prior to construction as long as the exterior of the condominium isn't affected. If you are uncertain how much a change will cost, we are happy to price anything out for you. If you choose not to change the plan, you may still customize the interior by simply changing the flooring, lighting, cabinets, trim color and appliances. Because our condominiums have allowances on these items, you can make your condominium very personal without added cost. We offer samples of our allowance items in our office for your convenience, as well as personal assistance in making your selections.

What is the Association Fee and what does it cover?
The fee is $110 per month and includes snow removal from private roads, driveways and sidewalks, trash removal, landscaping maintenance, all of the insurance for replacement value on the condominium and a reserve fund.

Will the fee go up?
Only as costs for provided services increase, or as services are added to the budget.

What is a reserve fund?
It is the savings account for the condominium association. When repairs are needed that are not covered in the normal budget (driveway sealing, roof repair, etc.) the reserve is available for the unit owners to use to pay for those items by vote of the association. That way, surprise assessments are seldom necessary.

If the association's insurance covers replacement value, what do unit owners cover?
Personal belongings, a $100,000 liability policy and anything added to the unit after closing.

How does the association work?
All of the owners become a member of the association, which is run by a board of directors. The board of directors is Gorman and Company until 75% of the units are sold, then the members elect a board made up of owners. The association decides on any rule changes or changes to your services and fee.

Who maintains the inside of the condominium?
Gorman and Company, Inc. gives you a one-year builder's warrantee on the condominium, and the appliances and mechanicals are all covered under manufacturers’ warrantees. After the warrantees run out, the condominium interior is just like owning a house; the unit owners are responsible for maintenance. Our Homeowner’s Manual covers the warranty on each item in your home in detail.

How do taxes work?
Your condominium is assessed by the City of Fitchburg, just like a single family home would be. Because of this, you also get the benefit of potential appreciated value on your condominium, should you decide to sell it later.

Once I own the condominium, can I do what I want to it?
Although there are restrictions for changes to the exterior, mainly for the protection of the value of the condominiums, the interior is yours to update and change as your lifestyle changes. Just like a single family home, if you are doing interior construction, you need to apply for a building permit and get plans approved by the association's board of directors.

What are the pet rules?
Household pets are limited to three in number and not more than two dogs. Owners are responsible for having them under control at all times, immediate clean-up after their pets and liable for any damage to the Common Areas.