| A.
Beaches and Park Area |
- No
structures shall be permitted that are
inconsistent with its use as a natural
park area.
- The
beaches east and west of the clubhouse
are to be kept open and clean. No storage
of boats will be permitted.
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| B.
Social Functions |
- Houseguests
of members will be permitted and welcome
to attend social functions.
- Anyone
who makes a reservation for a dinner or
other function must cancel at least 24
hours in advance or pay the cost.
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| C.
Landscape |
- Shrubbery
planted near intersecting roadways should
be pruned to a height that permits good
visibility for drivers.
- Residents
must provide for upkeep of their yards
during their absence.
- Absentee
lot owners may pay the Corporation an
annual fee to mow and maintain their lots
in accordance with County regulations.
- Storage
of garbage, trashcans, and other
unsightly objects must be screened from
the road.
- Lighting
of open fires for burning trash is
prohibited by state regulations. This
does not include the use of gas,
electric, or charcoal grills for
non-commercial outdoor cooking.
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| D.
Pets |
- No
pet shall be allowed to run loose off of
the owner's property. All dogs off said
property must be under restraint.
- The
person in control shall pick up
defecation by any pet off the owner's
property.
- No
animal will be allowed to remain outdoors
when they make loud sounds disturbing to
other residents.
- No
pets will be allowed inside the fenced
area of the swimming pool or in the
clubhouse.
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| E.
Firearms |
| The
firing of rifles or pistols of any caliber is
banned. |
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| F.
Speed Limit |
| The speed
limit is set at 25 miles per hour. |
| G.
Parking of Boats or Sleep-in Vehicles |
- Permanent
Storage:
Abide by County regulations.
- Visitors/Temporary:
The board and the membership agree not to
initiate action against a Member or a
Member's guest(s) if he/she complies with
the following conditions:
A. The vehicle/boat must be parked on the
premises of the host Member's home lot.
B. The duration of the parking shall not
exceed five (5) days without a special
approval by the Board.
C. There shall be no connections made to
the vehicle/boat for electricity, water,
or sewage.
D. The operator of the vehicle/boat and
his or her guests must abide by the
Corporation rules and regulations.
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| H.
Corporate Equipment |
| Clubhouse
furnishings, including tables, chairs, kitchen
equipment, etc., are for use within the Clubhouse
only and are not to be loaned or rented for
private use elsewhere. |
| I.
Water-Use Restrictions |
- The
Corporation may place restrictions on
watering of lawns that are more but not
less restrictive than those imposed by
St. John's River Water Management
District (SJRWMD). Therefore, lots with
even numbered addresses may water
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday, and those
with odd numbered addresses Monday,
Wednesday, and Saturday. There will be no
watering on Friday. For newly installed
lawns, daily watering is permitted for
the first 30 days.
- Any and all leaks are to be
repaired promptly.
- No
one is to open or use the system's
blow-off valves.
- The
SJRWMD may put additional restrictions on
watering hours, washing of cars, and
other uses of water, from time to time.
When such restrictions are in effect,
they will apply whether watering is done
from the community water supply or from
the lake, canal, or private well sources.
- All water bills are to be sent to the homeowner.
- Change of Ownership: When a homeowner sells their home, it is their responsibility to report the date of change of ownership to Utility Technicians to discontinue service in their name. The new owner must request that the water service be continued or resumed in their name and be charged the appropriate fees. If this request is not received timely, the water meter will be locked off by the Utility Chairperson until notified to turn the water on.
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| J.
Corporate Facilities Use |
| Residents
are responsible for the behavior of their guests
as it pertains to the use of Corporation
property. |
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| K.
Fishing |
- Fishing
privileges from the Corporation property
are restricted to residents and their
guests. Their host or hostess must
accompany guests.
- Fishing
is NOT allowed in the swimming pool or
aquarium canal.
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| L.
Pool Area |
The pool
area is defined as the pool, deck, and lawn area
within the fence line. The following rules apply:
- Children
under 16 years of age may not use the
pool unless supervised by an adult Member
over 21 years of age.
- The
pool closing time is 9 P.M. from April 1
to September 30, and 6 P.M. from October
1 to March 31.
- The
clubhouse is not to be used as a dressing
room. Persons wearing wet bathing suits
are to stay off the furniture.
- No
rough play or running.
- Alcoholic
beverages and/or picnicking are not
allowed, nor are glass containers.
- Usage
is restricted to residents and their
guests. Their host or hostess must
accompany guests.
- Life-saving
equipment is to be used for emergencies
only.
- No
bicycles. Motorcycles and scooters must
be parked in the automobile parking area.
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| M.
Fencing |
The Board
of Directors must approve all fences.
- A
fence needed to restrain children or
pets:
A. Must be located entirely in the back
yard.
B. No fence may be erected so as to block
access to existing easements.
C. The fence shall be made of substantial
and durable material with secure gate and
latches.
D. Any solid fence over four feet high
is considered a "privacy or compound
fence", and will not be approved.
- A
fence used as part of a landscaping plan
should be no higher than four feet.
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| N.
Facilities |
| Members
who are not in good standing may not be invited
as guests to utilize the Corporation facilities. |
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| O.
Garage, Yard, Moving, or Estate Sales |
Sales
under this heading are permitted subject to the
following regulations:
- Each
Member may have two (2) garage or yard
sales each year to dispose of previously
owned goods. Each sale will be concluded
within two (2) consecutive days.
- Moving
or estate sales, involving the majority
of the Member's household possessions,
may be conduced once and be concluded
within five (5) consecutive days.
- Merchandise
shall not be brought in from outside
sources expressly for inclusion in the
sale.
- Sales
shall be conducted in accordance with
other applicable Rules and Regulations of
The Corporation.
- Nothing that is for
sale or for storage can be parked on any properties
maintained by the Springs Park Area, Inc.
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| P.
Signs |
Any and
all signs advertising "For Sale, Rent,
Garage, Yard, Moving, Estate Sales, etc.," shall be limited to:
- Only
one sign per property.
- No
signs allowed at the entrance to "The Springs" or along the
streets.
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| Q.
Enforcement |
| Enforcement of the
Bylaws, Rules and Regulations shall conform to the following
procedures:
First Offense - Verbal
communication by a member of the Board.
Second
Offense - Written notice of violation, with a
reminder that compliance with the Bylaws, Rules,
and Regulations is a necessary condition for
membership eligibility.
Third
Offense - Final notice in writing stating that
any further violations will result in membership
cancellation effective immediately after the next
board meeting (exact meeting date specified).
Cancellation
may be appealed either in person at the
aforementioned meeting or in writing prior to
that meeting. If there is no appeal, or if the
Board denies the appeal, all
privileges of membership will be immediately
withdrawn. |