diff --git a/MAINTAINERS b/MAINTAINERS
index 31f379fc004..4f610bca9c0 100644
--- a/MAINTAINERS
+++ b/MAINTAINERS
@@ -15,6 +15,9 @@ To report problems in GCC, please visit:
 
   http://gcc.gnu.org/bugs/
 
+Note: when adding someone to a more specific section please remove any
+corresponding entry from the Write After Approval list.
+
 Maintainers
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