We’d love to add more questions to this list- please send an email to Board@SeaviewHOA.org with your FAQ suggestion and we’ll post the answer here!
How do I schedule a cleaning?
Fractional Unit Owners need to contact their Unit Rep to find out how to schedule (or cancel) cleanings for their week.
Do I write separate checks for HOA and FOA?
Fractional units write just ONE check to “Seaview Condominiums” and on the memo line write: FOA Unit# and your Week
If you are paying a Capital Call/Annual Assessment this will need to be a separate check.
Cleaning fees may or may not be billed through the bookkeeper- please contact your Unit Rep to learn how you will need to pay for cleanings.
What shall I do if I have an issue with my dues statement?
Bills are sent out at the beginning of each month. If you should have a question or find an error, kindly submit the question and your contact information to accounts@seaviewhoa.org and we will follow up with you.
The fire alarm is going off and it has been confirmed that there is no fire and it’s a false alarm. How do we disable it?
If you open the alarm (red box in the lobby) there are instructions written on the inside of the door.
What is that red light on a pole by the fence, near the entrance?
That is our sewer pump light. If you see it lit- contact the Board immediately!! It means there’s an issue!
The power went out and the elevator doors all closed. What do I do?
They are held open by a powered magnet. When the power goes out, the doors release from their hold and swing closed. If the power is back on, go ahead and open all the elevator doors again. Be kind and open every floor please.
I’ve lost my keys! How do I get new ones?
If you lost your building keycard, please send an email to Security@SeaviewHOA.org right away so we can deactivate the lost card. A replacement card can be ordered, or you can use the keypad to gain access to the building.
If you lost your Unit Key or Storage Unit Key, Seaview does not maintain copies of those keys. Fractional owners- check with your Unit Rep or another owner in your Unit to see if they can make a copy of the keys and mail them to you.
I heard that some of our fireplaces are out of order?
Yes! Two units have reported issues with their fireplace that cause them to be an extreme fire hazard. It is recommended that every unit have their fireplace inspected. Unit 103 and 203 have hired the following company and asked the Board to share their information: Fireplace Center & Haltinger Heating 503.842.5653 www.haltingerheating.com
What can we burn in our fireplace?
Our fireplaces cannot withstand the heat of a regular wood fire, it will crack the internal wall. NEVER burn real logs, pieces of wood or driftwood. You can only burn Duraflame or Prestologs- the 1-3 hour burn time and only 1 log at a time. Be sure to open your damper, too!
When are the King Tides this year?
All dates for king tides are tentative. See NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) for the live updates.
What is a King Tide?
The term ‘king tide’ is a non-scientific term that refers to the highest winter tides that occur each year. These extreme high tides occur when the moon’s orbit comes closest to the earth, the earth’s orbit is closest to the sun, and the sun, moon and earth are in direct alignment, thereby increasing their gravitational influence on the tides. If there is stormy weather during a king tide, it can cause storm surges, or large waves that breach the riprap and our parking garage and parking lot can flood. Take extra caution if you are visiting Seaview during the king tides.
Where can I find the Tide Tables for Rockaway Beach?
There’s a link to the Barview tide tables on the front page.
I’m a Fractional Owner. What’s the easiest way for me to see when my weeks are?
There’s a link on the front page of the website.
What day does the garbage company come?
The garbage company comes on Fridays. They need to be able to access the dumpster so please do not park the space closest to the dumpster on Fridays.
Where can I park my boat or trailer?
It is recommended that boats and trailers park in one of the two spaces closest to the dumpster (but don’t block the dumpster access on Fridays). There is room to back your trailer onto the grassy area so you aren’t taking up multiple spaces. If you need to disconnect your trailer, you may want to pull your trailer forward a bit, or set out a cone, to prevent someone from parking in that space and blocking access to your trailer. The Meeting Minutes of June 19th 2021 show that Bill Maitland is offering parking on his grassy lot, adjacent to our lot, giving access through his gate. The Board cannot give permission to park on non-Seaview property, so you will need to contact Bill directly to determine if he is still allowing this and get his permission before parking there.
Do I need to be using those green parking tags?
It has come up at a few different Board Meetings during owner discussions and the general consensus is that our parking lot is desirable- for the general public to park and we are seeing Rock Creek Inn Condominium guests parking there as well. While hanging a parking pass is not required, it is recommended, as it does send a visual message that untagged cars do not belong in our lot. Each unit received 10 parking passes and there are some blank ones sitting on the table in the lobby if you forgot yours.
Who do I contact for maintenance issues?
You are a condominium unit owner. You are not a renter and Seaview is not a timeshare building or apartment complex. Any issues within your unit’s boundaries are your responsibility.
Each unit is responsible for maintaining their own systems- which includes changing light bulbs, clearing drains, cleaning dryer vents, repairing appliances, keeping sliding door tracks lubricated, replacing door knobs and handles as they corrode, repairing wall damage, etc. Each Fractional unit has their own rules and processes on who to contact for issues, so contact your Unit Rep first. For building issues or property/land issues, please contact the Board.
Can I do my own repairs in my unit?
Any electrical, plumbing or structural work must be done by a licensed professional.
Does the Board have any recommendations for maintenance people or service providers?
The Board does not have any contracts with any providers and cannot recommend any business over another. The maintenance committee has compiled a list of local providers who may be able to help you, but these companies are not endorsed by the Board, nor provided as a recommendation of the Board and may not be in business any longer. Any disconnects please contact the Webmaster.
To view the list of local providers, click here.
Can I get a package delivered to Seaview?
The Seaview Building does not have a mailbox. We do not recommend sending any mail to the Seaview building address. Please contact the Rockaway Beach Post Office to inquire on how you can receive a package during your stay.
How are Board Members elected?
Each Board Member’s term is for 2 years (Article IV, Section 3). Elections are held at the Annual meeting and members are elected by a vote of the unit owners (Article III, Section 6 and Article IV, Section 3). Any Board Member whose term is expiring- if they wish to run for another term, they need to put their name on the ballot. If their name is not on the ballot, they can not be voted in for another term. There is an election every year to fill the 2 vacancies that will occur annually.
Can I see the bids that have been collected for building repairs and maintenance?
If you would like to see the bids that have been collected so far, please send an email to Board@SeaviewHOA.org and we can send you to the folder where these are all housed. For privacy reasons, we are not publishing them on the website.
Is the $4,800 reserve assessment going to happen every year?
The reserve account is severely underfunded and for the foreseeable future there may be annual assessments in order to build up the account.
Do owners get a vote on assessments or capital calls?
Our attorney’s response to this question: “No. The Bylaws, Article V, state that the Association is responsible for maintaining the common elements. Under the Oregon Nonprofit Act, ORS 65, the Condominium Act, ORS 100 and the Bylaws, the Board holds all powers and duties necessary for the operation of the Association. There are certain actions that do require an owner vote, such as amending the governing documents. But levying special assessments for unexpected expenses can and should be approved by the Board alone without an owner vote. Article VII, Section 3 states that the Board determines the common expenses and sets the budget or any amendments to the budget each year. Also, as a practical matter, the Board needs to be the body that approves levying funds for necessary repairs. The governing documents require the Association maintain and repair the common elements as the Board sees fit. Deferring to the owners could result in the Board being held to have breached their fiduciary duties to the Association by leaving owners with the misunderstanding that repairs to the condominium are optional.”
If one of the unit owners doesn’t pay their portion of an assessment, can the Association collect that deficiency from the Unit’s bank account to pay it?
Our attorney’s response to this question: “Yes. The funds belong to the Association… the Board should pursue full payment from each unit. Co-owners of a unit are jointly and severally liable for the unit’s expenses and liabilities. See Bylaws, Article VII, Section 8. This means that if one owner is delinquent, the Association can pursue payment from any or all of the other co-owners of that unit.“
Can we get a Roster with every Unit Owner’s name and info on it?
Our attorney’s response to this question: “ORS 100.480 states that individual files of owners may be withheld from examination by other owners when requesting records. My position and that of others in the HOA legal field is that the Association should provide the names and unit number of all owners in an owner roster. That owner roster should be made available to any owner who requests it. However, typical business practice in any private club or association is not to provide additional contact information of other unit owners. So, if an owner has made it clear that they do not want their email, phone number or other contact information shared, the Association should respect their wish and keep it private.“
Last Updated on 11/11/25