​FERNSIDE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Forms & Procedures
All forms are in PDF format, so you need Acrobat Reader to view and print them. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader you can download it here for FREE.
 
Easy-to-Use Highlights of Governing Docs for Homeowners

•  Highlights of and introduction to LHA’s CC&Rs

• Welcome to LHA! What Homeowners Need to Know

 
Tree Removal Procedures
Use this Tree Removal Application if you are requesting a tree removal from your property. Here are the Tree Removal Policy and highlights (Want to Remove a Tree?). The Neighborhood Preservation Committee meets on the first Wednesday of each month, 7:30 p.m. at the Association office. Please call the office to be put on the agenda. A week prior to the meeting, submit your request.

PLAN TO:

1. Review the LHA’s Tree Removal Policy in the tree removal request form.

2. Contact the City of Oakland to obtain a permit to remove the tree.

3. Complete the enclosed LHA form.

4. It is helpful if you submit a photograph of the tree with your application.

5. Inform your neighbors of your intention to remove a tree and solicit their comments in writing for the committee.

6. Enclose with your application a $100.00 refundable planting fee.

7. $100.00 refunded if tree is planted within 18 months of date of application. If tree is not replaced, $100.00 will be applied to LHA planting a tree in our neighborhood.

 
Application for Changes to Property
To remodel / change / tweak your property, such as fences, exterior walls, windows, landscaping, non-house structures, use this Application for Changes to Property.
 
Neighborhood Preservation Working Definitions and Explanations
Answers to questions about and guidelines for making changes to your property on the outside here NP Working Definitions & Explanations. Describes what is the process and how to work with the Neighborhood Preservation Committee for prior approval.
 
Email Authorization
This form authorizes FHOA to send you required information by email. EMAIL AUTHORIZATION
 
FHOA CARES
Complete this information (LHA CARES) for your Cluster Captain. It’s used for emergencies.
 
Volunteer Waiver / Release
Complete this Volunteer Release at the start of any and all LHA projects in which you are participating or helping.
 
Membership List Opt Out
Complete this form Member Opt in out to elect what, if any, of your information is shared when an LHA member requests, and is granted permission for, a list of all members.

Home Security Checklist
Use these guidelines and tips to improve your home’s protection.
 
Emergency Supply List
The suggested emergency preparedness supply list from Oakland’s CORE.
 
FHOA CARES Questionnaire
For more information about FHOA CARES (emergency preparedness, neighbors knowing neighbors, and crime prevention), click here. Click here for the FHOA CARES form.