SUNRISE LANDING CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Adopted October 7, 2008
These revised Rules and Regulations were approved and adopted by the Board of Directors (BOD) of Sunrise Landing Condominium Association (SLCA) on October 7, 2008. They are intended to maintain the value of our property and to ensure the quality of life that is anticipated and expected in a well-maintained residential community. These Rules and Regulations are in addition to and are not inconsistent with the provisions as set forth in the three Declarations of Condominium for SLCA. These Rules and Regulations supersede and replace any and all Rules and Regulations published and issued prior to the above date of adoption as they apply to SLCA. Under the authority of Article XXIII of each Declaration, the BOD may from time to time add new Rules and Regulations to address new issues or to make changes to these Rules and Regulations as deemed appropriate.
The Condominium Documents provide that each unit owner is a member of the Association, thus providing certain rights and requiring certain duties and obligations. Each owner is entitled to quiet enjoyment of his or her property and the appurtenant limited common elements without any undue interference or disturbance from other owners or guests. To this end, each individual owner must do his or her share to ensure this right is protected and to cooperate fully in order to maintain the quality of our common financial investment. We urge you to participate in this joint responsibility by following these Rules and Regulations and contributing your support in our efforts. If you feel that compliance with any of these rules is being overlooked, please bring it to the attention of the Association’s property management company or to the BOD in writing. Unit owners/residents are hereby advised that failure to correct a violation in a timely manner may result in the BOD pursuing legal action to force compliance.
I . General:
1. Each unit is to be used for residential purposes only and as a single family private dwelling for the unit owner(s), immediate members of his/her family, social guests, SLCA pre-approved rental tenants and for no other purpose. Unit owners shall be responsible for the acts and conduct of their guests and tenants and are responsible for making sure anyone using their unit is aware of and abides by the rules and regulations.
2. Each two-bedroom unit is restricted to no more than four (4) occupants. Each three-bedroom unit is restricted to no more than five (5) occupants.
3. When leaving town for 2 or more days, residents should turn off the water to their respective units to minimize damage from any potential water leak. You must also designate a local unit caretaker, such as a neighbor or family member, when you are away. The caretaker must have a key to the unit and the BOD must be provided in writing with the name and contact information of the local unit caretaker. The Association shall contact this local unit caretaker in case of emergencies. There are separate emergency water shutoff valves servicing each 1st and 2nd floor unit. These valves, two of which are located on each side of each entryway, are attached to the outside front siding directly below each 1st floor front bedroom window. (Neighbors should check with each other to confirm which valve services their particular unit.) These valves are used to completely shut off the water to a unit prior to leaving the unit or in the event of a burst pipe or any other type water flooding within the unit. Once the water valve is turned off, residents should then test the water to be sure it is completely off inside the unit and drained from the system. However, leave all faucets closed once they are drained. Residents should familiarize themselves with the location of these valves and make sure all family members and tenants know where these valves are located as well. If the valve cannot be located, residents should contact another resident or the property management company for assistance.
4. No sign, notice, or advertisement may be placed in or on any window or in or on any exterior surface of any condominium or on the common elements, with the exception of Open House signs, which are put up and taken down on the same day.
5. Sunrise Landing does not have a supervised play area for children. Parents should exercise reasonable supervision while their children are playing on the grounds. Parents will be held responsible for any damage caused by the children. All recreational areas such as the tennis courts are for their intended use only.
6. Pursuant to Florida Statues, Chapter 718.111(5), Fla. Stat., the Association has the irrevocable right of access to each unit during reasonable hours, when necessary for the maintenance, repair, or replacement of any common elements or of any portion of a unit to be maintained by the association or as necessary to prevent damage to the common elements or to a unit or units. Residents must provide the Association with emergency contact numbers for the unit owner and/or occupant and the local unit caretaker, a trusted friend, neighbor or agent to act on behalf of the unit owner whenever access to a unit is required during resident absences. If a locksmith must be called, the unit owner will be responsible for any and all costs incurred to gain access to the unit.
7. All refuse must be placed in sealed and waterproof plastic bags or similar appropriate environmentally friendly containers before disposing in Dumpsters. The trash company will not collect anything which is not placed inside the dumpster. Do not place yard trash in the dumpster.
8. No grills, ladders, hoses, boats, etc., are to be stored outside the unit or assigned limited common element storage areas.
9. No plants are to be installed within 18” of the buildings due to termite control. No planting on the common element or association-owned grounds without the prior written permission from the BOD. Mulch should be no closer than 4” from the building and must be termite proof. Installation of all artificial ornaments on the common element or association-owned grounds must be pre-approved by the Board in writing.
10. There will be no waterbeds brought into the units except for the first (1st) floors, and only if approved in writing in advance by the Association.
11. Sidewalks, entrances, driveways, passageways, patios, balconies, and all common elements shall not be obstructed in anyway. Pursuant to State Fire Codes, there will be no storage whatsoever in the entryways or under the stairs. No litter, garbage bags or unsightly items are permitted. Voluntary sweeping of these areas is encouraged.
12. No clotheslines or hanging clothes or towels are permitted on balconies or porches.
13. Use of charcoal or propane gas grills on the patios or balconies is strictly prohibited by law. All open fire cooking must be done at least ten (10) feet from the building. Storage of kerosene, gasoline or other flammable or explosive agents also is prohibited, with the exception that storage of L.P. gas containers of less than one (1) pound, such as that used for a small portable grill, is permitted if stored within first floor units.
14. Boats are not permitted at any time to be tied to the seawall or to the fishing piers.
15. Fishing equipment shall not be left unattended at the seawall.
16. Any improvement added to the Condominium Property by permission of the Association shall become the sole responsibility of the unit owner and its successors and assigns to maintain, repair, replace, restore and insure. The Association, as a condition of approval may require the unit owner to execute a document in recordable form for the purpose of giving notice to subsequent owners of the unit of their responsibilities in connection with such improvements. The granting of permission shall be construed as a license revocable by the Association when deemed to be in the best interest of the Association.
17. SLCA is currently managed by Reconcilable Differences, Inc. (RDI). Unit Owners having complaints or requiring common element maintenance/repairs should complete an “Attention Form” located in the office or on the RDI website listed below and return it to the office for follow up action. All emergencies, such as a broken water pipe, fires, or water flooding in a unit should be immediately reported to RDI or a Board member. Copies of Board meeting minutes can be found on the RDI website listed below. Please feel free to contact RDI at any time should you have any questions or concerns:
Reconcilable Differences, Inc.
Office Telephone: (321) 799-0660
Fax: (321) 799-0630
e-mail: recdif@earthlink.net
Website: http://www.reconcilabledifferences.net/
II. Exterior Appearance:
1. The exterior of any condominium building and all grounds, structures and improvements attached to any condominium building shall not be painted or modified by any Unit Owner in any manner without the prior written consent of the Association. Such consent may be withheld on purely aesthetic grounds within the sole discretion of the Association. Tinting of windows is permitted except for silver reflecting materials. Unit owners may install white screen doors at their front entrance and they become the total responsibility of the Unit Owner. (See also Section I.16 above.)
III. Quiet Enjoyment:
1. No owner or lessee shall make or permit noise that will disturb or annoy the occupants of any other unit or do or permit to be done anything that will interfere with the rights, comfort or convenience of other residents. Nothing should be done in or about the building which interferes with the rights, comfort or convenience of any other resident. Residents are entirely responsible for the conduct of their guests. Loud noises, abusive language, inappropriate conduct, noticeable drunkenness and/or illegal drug usage shall be promptly reported to the Sheriff’s Dept. The Association maintains a “zero tolerance” policy toward illegal and unsocial, hostile conduct, and will prosecute to the fullest extent of the law in all instances. It is expected that conflicts between residents be resolved between residents, including calling the Sheriff’s Dept. The BOD is not legally obligated to intercede in private disputes between residents except in unusual circumstances or in circumstances where residents in multiple units are adversely impacted.
2. Stereos, radios and televisions are to be kept at minimum levels between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM so that neighbors are not disturbed. Please do not slam doors at anytime. Ask your neighbors if wind chimes are objectionable before hanging them. Permission to hang them may be revoked at any time.
IV. Keys:
1. Unit and mailbox keys are the responsibility of the unit owner. Qualified and approved renters should obtain these keys from the Realtor or owner by private arrangements. Replacements for lost mail box keys must be obtained through the U.S. Post Office.
2. All locks for common element or association - owned recreational facilities are proprietary locks and keys which cannot be made by any other than the selling locksmith, and then only by prior written permission of the Board. The Association monitors key distribution for the common recreational facilities. Each unit owner has been provided with one key that unlocks both North and South pool gates, dry saunas, dock gates, and the recreational locker located at the shuffle board court.. This key must be returned to the Association office at the time of lease termination or the sale of unit. There will be a $50.00 replacement charge for the 1st lost key and a $100 replacement charge for the 2nd lost key.
V. Vehicles:
1. All vehicles parked overnight on the property are required to be in good operating condition and have proof of a current vehicle tag registration along with a visible Sunrise Landing security decal or visitor’s pass. All others may be subject to towing at Owner’s expense. Visitor’s passes must be dated and are valid for up to one (1) month. Parking decals and visitor passes are obtained from the Association’s office located in Bldg. 7350, Unit 105.
2. No vehicle may be parked anywhere within the condominium property except in marked parking spaces. Parking spaces marked for handicapped use are reserved solely for persons qualifying to use such spaces under applicable state or federal law. For the safety, comfort and convenience of all residents, and to allow for the equitable distribution of parking spaces among residents, some of whom are of varying physical abilities, the Board requires that only (1) motor vehicle per unit be parked in a parking space marked "resident" located adjacent to or in near proximity of the resident’s unit. In order to park in a "resident" parking space, a vehicle must have a current Sunrise Landing security decal in the corner of the front windshield on the driver's side of the vehicle, or in the case of motorcycles without windshields, on the front of the gas tank or fender. Second or third vehicles as well as all guest vehicles must park only in parking spaces marked "2nd car/guest.” In no event may a unit park more than a total of three vehicles in any combination on the condominium property.
3. No boats, vessels, trailers, motor or travel homes, or commercial vehicles with visible advertising signs on the exterior of the vehicle may be left on the property overnight except for special circumstances and with the prior written permission from the Association.
4. Motorcycles, bicycles, and all wheeled vehicles must be kept out of the building entrances and off the grassy areas. Motorcycles shall have wooden blocks under the stands when parked so as not to damage the asphalt surfaces.
5. No disabled vehicle shall remain on the condominium property for more than two (2) hours. Only emergency repairs may be done on condominium property. No oil changes are allowed.
6. Car washing is limited to designated car washing areas only. No car washing may be done between 8 P.M. and 8 A.M.
7. Persons requiring handicapped parking shall contact the office with information which qualifies them for such parking according to state/federal regulations. They may then obtain/place appropriate marking for handicap space assigned by the BOD as needed.
VI. Flooring:
1. Tiles and glued down rugs are strictly forbidden to be installed on 2nd floor balconies.
2. Unless expressly permitted in writing by the Association, no floor covering shall be installed inside the Unit, other than carpeting or other floor covering installed by the Developer. The Association may allow installation of floor tiles or wood floors in the downstairs units, but hereby prohibits such installation in upstairs units, as such units are subject to noise complaints from the downstairs residents. In the event of such a complaint, the Association may require the Owner of the Unit which is subject of the complaint to dampen the sound sufficiently to eliminate the problem.
3. All non-carpeted floor coverings existing inside a unit as of June 25, 1998 shall be permitted to remain without modification or removal unless and until the Association receives a written complaint from a resident adversely affected by noise problems which, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, are created or heightened by a Unit’s floor covering. The Association may require a corrective action involving permanent and/or non-permanent modification to the floor covering. Corrective action of a permanent nature shall include but is not limited to the removal or permanent covering a non-carpet floor covering. Non-permanent sound dampening may be accomplished by installation of an adequate sound dampening covering, such as a padded carpet of a type acceptable to the Board of Directors, or by other modification acceptable to the Board. Permanent sound dampening may be accomplished without removal of the floor covering by installation of a padded carpet of a type acceptable to the Board of Directors that is permanently bonded to the existing floor.
VII. Maintenance:
1. Unit owners are solely responsible for maintaining, repairing and replacing their air conditioner and heating systems and related machinery and equipment, both inside and outside the unit owner’s individual unit. Such maintenance shall include but is not limited to changing filters and flushing drain hoses. At approximately two-month intervals, residents shall be responsible for pouring a half cup of household bleach in the AC drain line to prevent clogging of the drains.
2. Residents must leave the air condition unit on when away for extended (3 days or more) periods to avoid mold and mildew. The Unit owner shall arrange for the designated local unit caretaker to monitor the moisture leveling the unit at least two times per week.
3. Residents are responsible for inside bug spraying of their units. An effective insect control program for each unit is required.
4. DO NOT POUR GREASE INTO SINKS OR TOILETS. A stoppage occurring within a unit is the responsibility of the unit owner, together with all consequential damage occurring to other portions of the condominium property and to the property of other residents.
VIII. Pets:
1. The Association must give approval for any animal kept on condominium property, except as required by law. The animal must weigh 29 pounds or less. All pets must be kept on a leash when outside and use the designated “Dog Walk” areas which are clearly marked by signs and along the outside berm areas. The owner of the pet is responsible for cleaning up (poop scooping) after the animal.
2. Pets are not allowed within the fenced in pool areas or on the fishing docks at any time except as required by law.
3. Animals are not to be left tied outside or left unsupervised on a porch or balcony under any conditions. Noisy animals (defined as constant or prolonged periods of barking, howling, yipping) are prohibited.
4. If any of the rules under this section are violated or if any animal has become a nuisance as determined by the Board, the owner shall be given a written notice directing that the violation be corrected or the nuisance abated within ten (10) business days. If the violation or nuisance continues after the notification, the Board may cause the animal to be removed from the Community at the sole expense of the owner.
IX. Rentals:
1. No unit shall be leased or rented without prior written approval of the Association. No lease or rental of a unit shall be made for a period of less than one hundred eighty (180) days. All leases shall be in writing and a copy of the proposed lease or rental agreement, along with a completed renter profile and payment of a non-refundable fifty dollar ($50.00) administrative fee must be on file in the Association’s office before the proposed tenant will be considered for approval. Once the Board has approved an application for lease or rental in writing, a refundable damage deposit of five hundred dollars ($500.00) is required prior to move in.
2. Sub-leasing or the assignment of the lease of any unit is prohibited. No rooms may be rented and no transient tenants may be accommodated.
3. When unit owners lease their units, they give up all rights to use the Association’s common elements and recreational facilities except as guests of other lawful residents.
4. No lease of a unit shall release or discharge the owner thereof from the obligation to comply with the Condominium Documents and these rules and regulations.
X. Assessment Fees:
1. Unit owners are responsible for the timely payment of all monthly assessment fees and approved special assessment fees. Monthly assessment fees are due on the FIRST of each month and become delinquent after the TENTH of that month. A ten dollar ($10.00) late fee will be charged for each over-due assessment fee payment. In addition, assessments that are unpaid for over ten (10) days after due date shall bear interest at the rate of eighteen percent (18%) per annum from the date due until paid.
2. Pursuant to Florida Statutes 718.116, any payment received by the Association shall be applied first to any interest accrued by the Association, then to any administrative late fee, then to any costs and reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in collection, and then to the delinquent assessment. The foregoing shall be applicable notwithstanding any restrictive endorsement, designation, or instruction placed on or accompanying a payment.
XI. Pool & Spa Rules:
1. Hours are 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM and are strictly enforced.
2. Please adhere to printed signs located at both pools as they have the force of a rule or regulation.
3. Admittance to the pool area is by key only. Only residents and their guests are allowed in the pool. THE POOL GATE MUST BE CLOSED AND SECURELY LOCKED AT ALL TIMES. If requested, residents/guests must show proof of a valid pool key. Guests unaccompanied by the resident owner will be asked to identify themselves and give the homeowner’s name and unit number with whom they are staying.
4. Reservations for private pool parties are not permitted and will not be recognized. Pool facilities are on a first come, first serve basis.
5. SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1Non-swimmers and other physically frail persons, including but not limited to children and adults with infirmities, must be accompanied by a responsible person adult who is possessed of satisfactory swimming skills and who is both physically and mentally capable of meaningful supervision and effective rescue efforts. Minor children and incompetent persons are the direct responsibility of their parents/legal guardians. Diapered and other incontinent persons must wear waterproof pants over their diaper.
6. If you have an open wound, do not go into the pool.
7. Clean up after yourself and your guests. Put all trash in plastic bags and put in the trash cans provided. Take large trash loads to the dumpster.
8. Swim at your own risk – the pool is to swim in ONLY. No diving or sports activities are allowed in the pool. Only small, non-inflatable flotation devices, such as a noodle, are allowed in the pool. Shower before entering the pool.
9. No animals are allowed in the enclosed pool area, except as required by law.
10. No glass containers are allowed at any time within the fenced pool areas and covered cabanas. No food is allowed in the pool, spa, or surrounding deck. Food and drinks (in cans or other safety containers) are allowed under the covered area at a table.
11. Proper bathing attire is required. The wearing of jeans, cutoffs, etc. (otherwise identified as street clothes) is strictly prohibited while in the pool or spa.
12. Radios, boom boxes and other noise emitting devices shall be kept a low enough level so as not to disturb others in the area. No screaming or pushing by anyone will be tolerated.
13. No running, horseplay, roller skating, roller blading, skateboarding, etc. is allowed in the pool area.
14. No food or drink in the spa.
15. Shower before entering the spa.
16. Dry Spa: Do not put water on any of the coils – this is a Dry Spa.
17. To avoid vandalism and improper use by minors or incompetent persons, the Sauna door must be locked when not in use
18. Turn out lights at night and turn off spa timer when you are finished. Same applies to the timer for the Sauna.
19. The fenced area surrounding the pump and filtering equipment is strictly off limits to all residents.