Draft to the Developer
From Reservoir Lofts Condominium Community
Note: See Word Doc of this on the mailing list
7/9/08
Mark Coppola World 114 Nominee Trust Watertown, MA
Dear Mr. Coppola,
The Reservoir Loft owners met on 6/25/08 to compile a common punchlist. The list consists of security and structural issues. We would like to outline a plan for resolution in July – as a number of the structural issues will lead to long-term damage. Issues common to multiple units are also listed.
We look forward to working with you to resolve all.
Sincerely, Reservoir Lofts Owners
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Reservoir Lofts Common Punchlist
1. Garage & Storage Units: Water Leak
The parking garage leaks in many areas. Incomplete list of affected areas is below. Videos and pictures are available at http://www.reservoir-lofts.org.
- Garage door entrance
- Storage units
- CO2 vent under Building A spot 38
- Exhaust fan under Building A
- Exhaust fan under Building B
- Exhaust fan under Building C
- Bike rack area
- South hallway ceiling between 1st floor and parking garage
- Ceiling pipes near spot 42
- Ceiling above pipes above spot 47 (ceiling is yellowed above pipe)
- Ceiling/Wall pipes near spot 49
- Ceiling/Wall under building B where gas lines are
- Ceiling between Buildings C and D in driveway area
- Electrical room inside the trash room
2. Garage: Drainage
Does not drain at a sufficient rate to remove accumulated water. Water has accumulated to inches in large areas.
3. Garage: Security
Garage must be secured as it grants access to buildings. Non-residents have gained access to the garage. Replace current opening system with individual remote (garage door opener) or Radio Frequency Identifier (card-entry) systems.
4. Security General
During active construction, contractors must close all doors at the end of the day. They are currently left open in the evenings. There is a history of homeless people living on site. Police will not respond to calls unless doors are locked at the end of the day.
5. Water Heater Installation
Multiple Units: YES Water Heaters have been installed incorrectly (Unit 302). Water leaks into walls. If this is not remedied, leakage may extend to adjoining units. This becomes a common structural issue.
6. Windows: Installation (Exterior)
Windows not properly sealed. Please discuss how windows can be properly sealed against water damage between windows and Hardie Plank.
7. Windows: Installation (Interior)
Multiple Units: YES Most windows in most units do not open and close properly.
8. Hardie Plank Installation
Most nails are countersunk. Per manufacturer, nails should be flush with Hardie Plank. Countersunk nails must be caulked to prevent water damage.
9. Dryer Vents
Multiple Units: YES In several units, the dryer vents overheat. This is a fire hazard.
10. All Buildings: Stairwells & Hallways
- Replace torn screens (A: in 1st and 2nd floor hallways).
- Complete tile installation on first floors.
- Swap all bulbs with CFLs to reduce heat output.
- Recommend other options for alleviation of heat.
11.Grounds
- Seating areas flood during rainstorms. There is no drainage causing water to stay for days.
- Grass seeds washed away prior to taking root.
- Replace fencing that blew down (2 sections near Building D).
12. Mailroom Elevator
Elevator is not operational.
13. Sound System Wiring
Multiple Units: YES Only one wire was run to bedrooms to support stereo output.
