diff --git a/docs/using-github-extensions.md b/docs/using-github-extensions.md
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@@ -9,9 +9,10 @@ Extensions, apps, or bots that can **arbitrarily modify code are NOT allowed**.
 - The default answer for installing third party tools in the org is "NO". Justification needs to be provided and supported by multiple org members.
 - Open an issue at https://github.com/open-telemetry/community/issues
   - Include reasoning and SIG(s) requesting this
-  - Requests from maintainers typically carry higher weight; please make sure to discuss in the SIG you participate.
   - List permissions required by this extension, app, or bot.
   - If possible: point to other uses of this extensions in OSS.
+  - Requests from maintainers typically carry higher weight; please make sure to discuss in the SIG you participate.
+  - If a third-party tool is requested for a specific repository, it is recommended to tag that repository's maintainers and ask them to +1 the request, such that there is a consensus among the majority of maintainers on adding the tool.
 - GC member needs to approve with no other GC members raising concerns. It is recommended to discuss each extension, app, or bot that is about to be installed at GC meeting for awareness.
 - Once GC approval received, TC member will install the extension.