Community Policies
 
Community Policies

1. RENT PAYMENTS: All rent payments are due on the first day of each month. Delinquent and past due accounts are subject to a $25 late fee on the 5th and again on the 16th day of the month. Bounced checks are subject to a $25 fee in addition to late fees. Please make your payments at the rental office by check or money order. Please write your apartment number on the check. We will also accept partial payments through out the month. We also accept credit cards and online payments. Call the office for details.

2. PETS: Dogs and cats less than 30 pounds are allowed subject to community manager approval. The presence of a cat or dog in the apartment at any time shall constitute agreement by the Lessee(s) to the terms of the Lessor’s Pet Agreement. These terms include, but are not limited to, payment of a non-refundable deposit of $100 and additional rent of $15 per month. No vicious breeds such as Rotwilers, Dobermans, Pit Bulls, Chows, Akitas or any mixed breed there of are allowed. Any dog or cat not approved by the community manager shall constitute a lease violation and be grounds for eviction.

3. WATERBEDS: Waterbeds are prohibited.

4. CONDUCT: Nothing shall be done in or about the premises which shall interfere with the rights, comfort or convenience of other Lessees. No musical instrument, stereo, television or vacuum cleaner shall be operated in a manner that is disturbing or annoying to other Lessees in the building. Nor shall any disturbing noise be made at any time. Indulgence in any immoral, illegal, or criminal act may render the Lease null and void at the option of the Lessor and Lessor may order Lessee to vacate in thirty (30) days. Community quiet hours are from 9pm to 8am. All residents have the right to quiet enjoyment of their home.

5. FACILITIES: The use of all recreation facilities shall be restricted to Residents only. The rules and regulations governing the use of all recreation facilities shall be established by the Lessor. It is expressly understood and agreed by the Lessee that if the Lessor shall provide parking space, children’s play areas, or any other facilities outside of the demised premises, same shall be deemed gratuitously provided by the Lessor, and that if any person shall use the same, such person does so at his own risk and upon the expressed understanding and stipulation that Lessor shall not be liable for any loss of property through theft, casualty, or otherwise, or for any damage or injury whatsoever to person or property unless directly caused by Lessor’s negligence. The pool hours are 1:00pm to 9:00pm daily and the party room hours are 8:00am to 10:00pm. The fitness center is available 24 a day.

6. COMMON AREAS: Entryways, stairways, lobbies, balcony’s and landings shall not be used for children’s play areas, and shall be kept clear of bicycles, carriages, sleds, toys, waste receptacles, or other articles at all times. Items left in these areas will be removed and disposed of by the Lessor. No personal property of any kind shall be kept in or on the halls, lawn, sidewalks, parking area, grounds or other common areas, nor shall such areas be used for lounging, playing or other activities without the written permission of the Lessor.

7. PARKING: Parking is restricted to the vehicles agreed upon in writing prior to occupancy. The parking of commercial vehicles within the limits of the apartment grounds is prohibited. All vehicles parked upon the premises must bear current and valid license plates and must be road worthy. No recreation vehicles, trailers, boats, campers or storage items are allowed. No car repairing or washing shall be permitted at any time. Guest parking is allowed in any uncovered parking space. The Lessor does not guarantee the availability of parking for a Lessee or his guests. Lessees and guests shall not park in any restricted area or driveway. No parking in the receiving area. This is for loading and unloading from 8:00am to 5:00pm. This will be strictly enforced with a formal citation. Carports are assigned by unit number. Please do not park in another resident’s carport. Cars parked in these spots are subject to towing.

8. SIGNS: No sign, signal, illumination, advertisement, notice or any other lettering or equipment shall be exhibited, inscribed, painted, affixed, or exposed on or at any window or any part of the outside or inside of the apartment or building without prior written consent of the Lessor.

9. PROJECTIONS: No awnings or other projections, including television or radio antennas or satellite dishes, wiring, shall be attached or extended from the outside walls of the building. No radio transmitters shall be used on the Premises.

10. LOCKS: Residents shall not alter any lock or install a new lock, knocker, peephole, or other attachment on any door of the apartment without the written consent of the Lessor. All permitted alterations, additions and fixtures shall remain as part of the apartment. The Lessor and his agent may retain a passkey to the apartment.

11. ALTERATIONS: No interior alterations, painting, or redecorating of a permanent nature may be done to the apartment without the prior written approval of Lessor. Residents may not install or use any additional major appliances such as washers, dryers, freezers, portable dishwashers, etc.

12. DRAINS: The toilets, basins, garbage disposals, washer and dryers, and other plumbing fixtures shall not be used for any purpose other than those for which they were designed. No sweepings, rubbish, rags, or any other improper articles shall be thrown into them. Any damage resulting from misuse of such facilities shall be paid for by the Lessee.

13. TRASH: No trash is allowed in entryways or balconies at any time. Lessee must take trash to the trash chute. In the event Lessor has to clean up any trash or property belonging to or caused by Lessee, Lessee shall pay the cost of clean up. Lessee shall pay any city fines or fees for non-compliance.

14. BLINDS: Blinds will be provided by Lessor. Blinds shall be properly hung on rods provided by the Lessor. Lessee may be provided with the blinds by the Lessor at the Lessor’s option. Blinds provided by the Lessor shall be cleaned prior to vacating by the Lessee at the Lessee’s expense if dirty beyond normal wear and tear. Cleaning may only be done by a firm acceptable to the Lessor.

15. CARPET: Carpeting shall be shampooed at Lessee’s expense prior to vacating if the carpet is dirty beyond normal wear and tear. Carpet shampooing is to be done only by a firm acceptable to the Lessor.

16. MOVING: All damage to the building caused by the moving or carrying of articles therein shall be paid by the Lessee. Moving is only permitted in the designated receiving area. Do not move in or out through the lobby or fire exits. The freight elevator can be used only for moving in or out. Operation is limited from 8am to 9pm.

17. INSURANCE: The Lessor shall not be responsible for any theft of personal property of Lessee or guests, nor for any damage, loss or destruction of personal property due to fire, water or any other cause unless due to the active negligence of the Lessor. RESIDENTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO INSURE THEIR PERSONAL PROPERTY.

18. EQUIPMENT: No equipment or furniture may be removed from any part of the leased premises or building by the Lessee. All equipment and furniture must be retained in its original position. Any furniture or equipment removed from the leased premises or building will be the responsibility of the Lessee and will be charged to the Lessee.

19. FLAMMABLES: The Lessee shall not use or keep flammables or explosive materials in the demised premises, public areas, furnace and utility closets, nor use any method of heating other than that provided by the Lessor.

20. SMOKE DETECTORS: Lessee agrees not to disarm or remove batteries from smoke detectors or CO2 detectors. Lessee further agrees to replace batteries as necessary and to leave a working battery in the smoke detector and CO2 detector at the end of the Lease term.

21. LIGHT BULBS: Lessee agrees to change light bulbs in all lighting fixtures in the demised premises during the Lease term and to leave comparable, working light bulbs in all fixtures at the end of the Lease term.

22. KEYS: Replacement key charges: Door key = $5.00, Mailbox key = $5.00, Mailbox lock = $10.00

23. These rules may be added to and amended from time to time by the Lessor, and such additions or amendments will be effective immediately upon notification to the Lessee.

24. Violation of these rules shall be a breach of the Lease. These rules are severable, and the invalidity of any rule shall not affect the validity of any other rule. These rules and regulations are made a part of the Lease agreement as provided for in the Lease agreement.

25. SERVICE ELEVATOR: The service elevator is provided for moving in and moving out only. Use of the elevator requires a 24 hour advanced notice to the manager. The elevator is not available on Sunday’s. Hours of operation are 8am to 9pm.