Rec Doc 2016-099081 CONF The Grove Declaration of Restrictions (CC&Rs)

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4.1.1 Residence. Each Owner shall maintain the residence on the Owner's Lot, including the foundation, siding, trim, windows, doors and roof and all interior Improvements. The exterior surfaces of the residences (including the siding, rain gutters, and downspouts) shall be periodically repainted and the roof materials periodically replaced in accordance with a schedule that maintains substantially the same quality of appearance as existed at the time original construction was completed and no less Frequently than the periodic repainting and re -roofing recommendations of the manufacturer and/or the Homeowner's Manual described in Section 4.1.9. In addition, each residence shall be periodically inspected for construction material destroying pests or organisms and, if necessary, immediate appropriate corrective action shall be taken therefor. In order to reduce the potential for water damage (including mold growth) within the residence, each of the following steps shall be performed: (i) periodic inspection of the residence for water leaks, other evidence of water intrusion (such as condensation on the windows or walls, water stains or other types of water damage) and for the presence of molds, fungi and their spores (collectively "Mold"); (ii) if any water leaks, water intrusion and/or Mold are detected, immediate notification to the Association and, if applicable, appropriate corrective steps to repair the leak and/or reduce water intrusion and repair any resulting water damage (including the removal of any Mold); (iii) maintenance of proper ventilation (particularly in the bathrooms) and humidity levels to reduce the risk of water damage (including Mold growth); (iv) periodic inspection of refrigerator condensation pans, air conditioners (if applicable) and any other water -retaining appliances to ensure they are properly functioning and not leaking water or otherwise creating water damage to the residence (including Mold growth); (v) periodic inspection of carpeting or similar types of floor covering in bathrooms that may be conducive to Mold growth; (vi) replacement of heating and airconditioning filters not less frequently than quarterly or as recommended by the manufacturer; and (vii) such other prudent steps as may be appropriate to prevent water leaks and water intrusion and to repair all leaks, sources of water intrusion and water damage (including Mold growth) within the residence. 4.1.2 Utilities. Each Lot Owner shall maintain any utility line or equipment that exclusively serves the Lot, including any portion of an interconnected system such as a lateral plumbing, water, or gas pipe exclusively serving the Lot. No Owner shall excavate, alter or otherwise disturb any Improvement or landscaping on any other property without the prior written consent of that property Owner. If the property is Common Area, the Association may require the Owner to comply with such terms and conditions as the Board may direct prior to commencement of any work within any Common Area. 4.1.3 Drainage System. Each Owner shall maintain that portion of the drainage system located on the Owner's Lot in compliance with the applicable Stormwater Agreement described in Section 2.11 and Exhibit D. 4.1.4 Landscaping and Irrigation Obligations. Each Owner shall maintain the landscaping on the Owner's Lot. Landscaping shall be maintained in a healthy and weed -free condition. Dying or dead vegetation shall be immediately removed and replaced. Maintenance shall include regular fertilization, mowing, irrigation, pruning, elimination of pests or diseases, and other customary prudent landscaping practices. All lawns shall be kept neatly mown and trees neatly trimmed and pruned at all times. 4.1.5 Stormwater Treatment Measures. Each Owner shall maintain the stormwater treatment measures on their Lot, including bioswales, permeable paver driveways, walkways and patios in compliance with the applicable Stormwater Agreement described in Section 2.11 and Exhibit D. 4.1.6 Screening Trees on Lots 1 and 8. Screening trees have been installed along the southwest boundary of Lots 1 and 8 and the Lands of Collins at 90 Finger Avenue shown on the Map. Two years after the installation of the trees, the Lot 1 and Lot 8 Owners shall provide documentation to the City to demonstrate that the trees have reached a minimum of 16 feet in height and have achieved the desired screening effect. The City may require the Lot 1 and Lot 8 Owners to install additional landscape plantings should the trees not achieve the desired screening effect within two years following installation. EDNB\53295\996553.3 9 August 18, 2016