Listed below is general information for Rockford Homeowners.
MAILBOXES:
See the sketch of the approved versions of the mailbox post in the files below. If the post needs to be replaced please contact a Board member for a source for installation. Also see the page posted below for U.S. Post Office regulations. Treated wood should be used and the post should be installed in cement
PAINT COLORS:
There are four approved colors for trim:
- White
- Rock Garden (gray)
- Indian Ivory (yellow)
- Taos (tan)
Requests to change current outside trim color to another approved color must be submitted to the board.
Ralph Cowart (541-1032) is a painter who paints in our subdivision regularly, does excellent work at a reasonable rate, and is familiar with the color formulas.
Should you desire to do it yourself or use another painter, the following formulas for ICI Dulux and American Tradition paint are approved.
ICI (Dulux Paint)*
- White: Base 2406-0100
- Rock Garden (Gray): 2406-0100 – BLK IP20, YOX 46, OXR4
- Indian Ivory (Yellow): 2406-0100 – BLK 8, YOX 60, LFY 8
- Taos (Tan): 2406-0300 – BLK IP30, YOX 60, OXR 60, WHT IP24
*These formulas were confirmed at the ICI 5th Avenue Store on 2/5/07.
American Tradition Paint (Available at Lowe’s)
White: Ask for American Tradition White
Rock Garden (Gray)
- S/6 B-1
- 19825
- 101-11 104-1.5 107.11
Indian Ivory (Yellow)
- A/T S-G
- 19825
- 102-1 104.5 107.16
Taos (Tan)
- A/T S/G B-2
- 19897
- 101-41 1071Y9.5 109-30 (verified at Lowe’s 8-07)
For the Taos formula, if you are doing your own painting it is recommended that you ask to borrow a paint swatch from the Board secretary and take it to the paint store to insure that the correct color is mixed.
GARAGE DOORS:
The Board has approved metal insulated doors for replacement of garage doors. The doors must be painted the same color as the house trim.
Thomasino Door and Window (Original Installer)
2051 Oak Mountain Drive – 663-0366
Metal Door #4050 (16 x 7)
Other approved vendors:
Overhead Door Co.
2600 Crestwood Blvd – 956-3667
391 series.
Postens Overhead Door Co.
985 Gadsden Highway – 836-8620
Steel insulated Weatherguard.
Holmes or Amarr metal garage doors without windows (available at Lowe’s) are also acceptable.
LANDSCAPE LIGHTING AND AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS:
Board does not have to approve.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING ON SIDES OF GARAGE:
Brass Coach Lights are the standard. Any variation from the standard should be approved by the Board.
REPLACEMENT OF WINDOWS:
Exact replacement of window frames with wood or wood grain vinyl does not need Board approval. Any variation from the standard must be approved by the Board.
GARBAGE PICK-UP:
Trash bins must be stored so that they are not visible from the street. Regular garbage pick-up is on Thursdays using City-provided uniform trash carts ONLY. All trash must be bagged in the bins and placed at the curb at least 3 feet from any obstacle. Trash bins should be placed at the curb before 6am. Recycle pick-up is on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month. Heavy trash and tree trimmings are picked-up monthly per City website.
Phone number: 311 or https://www.birminghamal.gov/pickup for more information.
ELECTION SIGNS:
No election signs are to be placed on lawns, but may be placed in windows inside home.
BRICK:
The Original Brick (Queen Size Cordova from Jenkins Brick Co.) is no longer available. The closest match approved by Board is Old English Tudor or Osage from General Shale Company at Jenkins Brick in Pelham, AL.
STORM DOORS:
Must use full view glass for front storm doors.
STREET LIGHTS:
Alabama Power has a directive to address the outage of streetlights. When a streetlight is out, call 1-800-254-2244 and if there is an identification number plate on the pole, this helps to identify the owner and if it’s not Alabama Power, they advise the correct person. Provide the exact address of the light or specific directions to it. Repairs take place in the day when the light is not on.
ROOFS:
The original shingles (Celotex Fiberglass/20 yrs. Weathered Wood Blend) are no longer made. Colors close to the original are CertainTeed CT 20 Weathered Wood or Royal Sovereign (GAF) 25 yr. Weathered Gray. Additionally, for homes with trim paint colors of White, Indian Ivory (yellow), or Taos (tan), CertainTeed Landmark Premium Max Def Burnt Sienna shingles may be used. Available at ABC Supply Co. Inc. 900 13th Street, North (328-3413). The board has also approved use of three tabbed shingles made by Timberline and Landmark.
All requests for exterior changes must be submitted to the Board in writing and can be sent via email to rockfordhomeowners@gmail.com. The Board will respond to the request in writing.