Greenwood Manor Rules and Regulations
Approved by the Board of Directors on 3-9-2016
Use of the common property of Greenwood Manor Condominium shall be in accordance with the provisions outlined in the documents, i.e., Declaration of Condominium, Articles of Incorporation, and By-Laws. The following rules and regulations are a composite of the condominium documents and the rules approved by the Board of Directors. They are adopted to not only ensure that the Association is operated in an efficient and orderly manner but also to promote the health, happiness and wellbeing of its members. Each unit owner shall be governed by and shall comply with the terms of the Declaration, Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws and Rules and Regulations adopted pursuant to these documents, as they may be amended from time to time.
Article I: General
1.01 Applicability to All Residents
All rules and regulations shall apply to and shall be complied with by all unit owners, residents within units, and their guests, families, invitees and tenants.
1.02 Monthly Assessment (Amended 5-14-2024)
1.03 Association Records
All Association records and documents are to remain in the Association office and may not be removed at any time. Copies may be made after receipt of a written request. Copies will be at the owner’s expense. A unit owner is also permitted to use a smartphone, tablet, portable scanner, or other electronic device to copy records and avoid reproduction charges.
1.04 Key Cards
Residents are issued key cards in order to gain access to the facilities, which are secured. Damaged cards are replaced free when the old card is surrendered. Lost cards are replaced with a $5.00 fee. Cards given to nonresidents defeat the purpose for which they are issued, therefore, key cards may not be loaned, transferred, or given to non-residents. House guests must be registered with the Association office.
1.05 Work Orders
Request for maintenance work must come in the form of a work order signed by the homeowner and submitted to the Association Work order requests are available at the office.
1.06 Donation of Articles
Any articles donated to the Association become the property of the Association.
1.07 Borrowed Articles
Association property may be borrowed with written consent of a member of the Board of Directors for a period of time that does not exceed three (3) days. Borrowed items will not be removed from the Greenwood Manor Condominium Association premises.
1.08 Trash (Amended 5-17-2017 & 1-16-2024)
1.09 Keys and Locks
Each unit owner shall provide the Association with a working key to their unit for the purpose of performing required maintenance tasks and handling any emergency.
Article II: Appearance
2.01 Alterations to the Common Property
A unit owner may not make any alterations or additions to the exterior of any building, common elements or limited common elements without written approval from the Board of Directors. Further, no unit owner may make any alteration to the unit itself that would result in a change to or infringement upon the common elements or any portion of the condominium property that is to be maintained by the association, e.g., interior wall plumbing and electrical wiring.
2.02 Signs, Flags and Ornamental Objects
No “For Sale” or “For Rent” signs or other displays or advertising shall be maintained on any part of the common elements, limited common elements or units. An owner may display one (1) portable, removable United States flag not to exceed four and one-half (4½) feet by six and one half (6½) feet in a respectful manner. Flags must be in a holder appropriately attached to the unit’s garage doorframe or front door landing frame. Ornamental flags, statuary, birdbaths, hanging plants, etc., are not allowed were visible from the street.
2.03 Window Coverings
No paper, foil, bed sheets, blankets, towels or any other material other than traditional draperies, blinds, shutters, or shades shall be used for window coverings.
2.04 Hurricane Shutters
Installations must comply with the specifications adopted by the Board of Directors. Maintenance, repair and replacement of hurricane shutters shall be the responsibility of the unit owner. Use of plywood sheets that serve as hurricane shutters to cover windows and/ or doors is not allowed.
2.05 Decorations (Amended 9-17-2024)
Ornamental objects such as statues, pagodas, frogs, baskets, vases, etc., that can be seen from the street, are not allowed on or in front of atriums, atrium walls, porches, and steps. They may be allowed behind the atrium walls if they cannot be seen from the street. The Association and Landscaping Contractor will NOT be held responsible for any breakage of items. Hanging any items such as potted plants on the atrium rafters is not permitted. Unit owners may not use nails, screws, screw hooks, staples, etc., to attach items on the exterior of the buildings or rafters as the holes made by these fasteners may promote water intrusion into the wood/siding. No nails, screws, screw hooks, staples, or any like items including decorations may be attached to the fencing.
2.06 Holiday Lighting / Decorations
Electricity to power resident Christmas lighting shall be at the resident’s expense and not connected to any power source belonging the Association. Christmas lighting and decorations may be put up not earlier than Thanksgiving Day and must be taken down not later than January 7th. All other holiday decorations, e.g., Easter, Halloween, etc., may be put up not earlier than ten (10) days prior to the holiday and must be removed within three (3) days after the holiday.
2.07 Laundry
All outdoor drying of clothes by line, rack or otherwise shall be prohibited.
2.08 Defacing Common Ground
Defacing of the buildings or common areas using materials such as paint or sidewalk chalk is prohibited. Unit owners will be responsible for the cost of restoration or repair for defacing of buildings or common areas.
2.09 Outside Installations
No outside installations, such as satellite dishes, basketball hoops, awnings, machine s, wiring for electrical or telephone installations or other similar items shall be allowed on Association property.
Article III: Use Restriction
3.01 Units
Each of the units shall be occupied only as a single-family private dwelling by the owner and members of his / her family or a tenant and members of his/her family. The total number of persons occupying any unit shall not exceed two (2) persons per bedroom.
3.02 Animals (Amended 5-17-2017)
3.03 Nuisances
No nuisances shall be allowed upon the Condominium property, nor any use or practice that is the source of annoyance to residents or which interferes with the peaceful possession and proper use of the property by its resident. All parts of the Condominium shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition, and no rubbish, refuse or garbage allowed to accumulate, nor any fire hazard allowed to exist. No loud music or disruptive noise that may disturb other residents is permitted at any time.
3.04 Damage to Common Elements
Damages to the common elements caused by a resident or visitors, guests, tenants, or agents of a resident shall be the responsibility of the unit owner or the person causing such damage.
3.05 Storage of Hazardous Materials
No hazardous or flammable oils or fluids such as gasoline, kerosene, naphtha, benzene or other explosives or materials prohibited by law or local ordinance shall be stored in units, common elements or limited common elements.
3.06 Landscaping
Unit owners / residents are prohibited from planting outdoor vegetation anywhere within the Association without prior written approval of the Board of Directors.
3.07 Drones
Flying of drones, also called unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), remotely piloted aircraft (RPA), or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) on Association property is prohibited.
3.08 Personal Property
No baby carriages, bicycles, playpens, wagons, toys, skateboards, roller blades, benches, chairs, or other articles of personal property shall be left unattended in the common or limited common areas.
3.09 Grills and Storage of Propane Tanks (Amended 5-17-2017)
3.10 Guests
Guests visiting for over seven (7) days must be registered with the Association.
3.11 Open Houses and Estate Sales
Policy letters governing open houses and estate sales in Greenwood Manor are available in the Association office.
3.12 Unit Modifications
Prior to any unit alteration / construction, unit owners shall submit a Request to Modify Condominium Unit Form or an Architectural Review Form for Board approval before starting any modification(s) and shall follow all alteration / construction guidelines. All work shall be accomplished by licensed and insured contractors. No radios, CD players, or MP3 players are allowed unless used with headsets or ear buds. Work is to be performed ONLY from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. No work is permitted on Sundays or major holidays and only on Saturdays with Board approval.
3.13 Fireworks
The use of fireworks, such as pyrotechnics, firecrackers or sparklers, is not allowed on Association property.
3.14 Construction Dumpsters
Construction dumpsters are permitted in individual unit driveways for a maximum of seven (7) working days with prior approval of the Board of Directors. Added and approved by the BOD 2-23-2021.
Article IV: Vehicle Restrictions
4.01 Registration
All resident’s vehicles must be registered with the Association. All vehicles operated on Association property shall have current registration from the state licensing the vehicle. Vehicles with expired state registrations shall be towed from the property at the owner’s sole risk and expense. Visiting guests parking on the property for longer than two (2) days must be registered with the Association or be towed at the owner’s expense.
4.02 Traffic Regulations
Only licensed vehicles and licensed drivers are permitted to operate vehicles on Association property. Motorcycles, motorbikes, motor scooters, or other similar vehicles may not be used on any portion of the property for recreational purposes.
4.03 Vehicle Repair
Major repairs, vehicle painting, and major restoration of any vehicle are prohibited on Association property. The changing of vehicle oil or other fluids is prohibited.
4.04 Parking
Each family living in each unit shall possess no more than two (2) vehicles. No unit owner shall permit more than one (1) vehicle to be parked outside the garage. All motorcycles, trucks, commercial vehicles, boats, trailers, boat trailers, mobile homes, campers and trailers of any description shall be stored solely within the closed boundaries of the apartment’s garage. Any vehicle or vessel that cannot fit entirely inside the closed garage shall not be parked on Association property. There shall be no street parking of vehicles and only one (1) vehicle may be parked in any driveway.
4.05 Recreational Vehicles (Amended 9-17-2024)
4.06 Car Wash
A car wash is located on the west side of the Clubhouse. After use, the water must be turned off and the hose coiled to prevent damage.
Article V: Rental Units
5.01 Leasing
Owners will submit a Lease Application form to the Association at least 15 days prior to leasing. A $50 fee must accompany the application. All leases shall be in writing and shall be subject to the Declaration, Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, and Rules and Regulations of the Association. No owner shall allow a tenant to occupy his/ her unit without a current lease signed by both the owner and the tenant. Within ten (10) days of signing a new or renewed lease, the unit owner shall provide to the Association office a copy of the completed lease. A current copy of all leases shall be delivered to and kept on file in the Association office. No lease shall have a term of less than six (6) months. No rooms may be rented and no transient tenants may be accommodated. Subleasing of units and transferring of leases from one owner to another are prohibited.
Article VI: Recreational Facilities
6.01 General
(a) The facilities (i.e., pool area, clubhouse) are for the use and enjoyment of all owners. These areas may not be used or taken over for private parties or large groups.
(b) Owners’ entrance cards in the possession of non-owners shall be confiscated and returned to the owner through the office.
(c) Children under the age of 16 must be under the supervision of an adult owner.
(d) There shall be no loud music, noise, or profanity in the area.
(e) All persons using the facilities shall clean up after themselves. Any glassware or other kitchen equipment shall be washed in a sanitary manner and replaced in the cabinets or on the shelves.
(f) The lights throughout the Manor Club must be turned off before leaving. This includes both restrooms. Doors and windows are to be kept closed.
(g) Appropriate action will be taken against owners not abiding by the rules. Non-owners will be treated as trespassers.
(h) Replacement cost for lost recreational entrance cards is $5.00.
6.02 Swimming Pool
(a) The rope defining the deep from the shallow end shall be in place at all times and there shall be no playing on the ropes.
(b) NO running, jumping, diving or horseplay shall be allowed in the pool or the pool area.
(c) CHILDREN IN DIAPERS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED IN THE POOL. CHILDREN AND OTHER INCONTINENT PEOPLE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WEAR TIGHT FITTING PLASTIC PANTS.
(d) All persons shall take a shower before entering the pool.
(e) [Amended 5-17-2017] Only standard swimming attire shall be allowed in the pool and inside the pool area. The wearing of thong bathing suits by either men or women is prohibited. Female breast area must be covered at all times.
(f) No glass or china containers or eating utensils are allowed in the pool area.
No food or drinks are permitted within three (3) feet of the pool.
(g) The pool hours are from 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.
(h) Pets are NOT allowed in the pool area.
(i) CLOSE UMBRELLAS WHEN NOT IN USE.
(J) All bikes, skateboards, and wheeled toys are prohibited in the pool area.
(k) Pool chairs and lounges shall be returned to their original location after use.
(l) Cigarette butts must be placed in one of the two receptacles provided.
6.03 Poolroom
(a) Any person whose waist does not reach the top of the pool table in a standing position shall not use the poolroom facility.
(b) There shall be no roughhousing or horseplay in the poolroom.
(c) There shall be no sitting on the pool tables.
(d) There will be no ball jumping or other fancy shooting.
(e) Cue sticks shall not be bounced on the floor, waved or swung around.
(f) Cue sticks, chalk, balls, racks, etc., shall not be removed from the poolroom.
(g) Pool table cloth surfaces shall be left in a cleaned condition after use. Cleaning shall be performed with the use of the brush provided.
(h) Pool covers shall be replaced when pool tables are no longer being used
