W o r l d   Y a c h t   C l u b   L t d

Association of Owners

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Revised: 3/8/04

W o r l d   Y a c h t   C l u b   L t d

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Resident:

The Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions; By-Laws; and Rules and Regulations set forthe the Rights, Privileges and Opligations of the Declarant and the Owners and the procedures to be followed in implementing them.

The CC&R's (Conditions, Covenants and Restrictions) developed by the developer / declarant which define the property, transfers of the property and authority to manageme it and the responsibilities of the parties.  The also address the transfer of management authority and set-up of the Baord of Directors and Committees.

The Bylaws cover the operating procedures ot the Association of Owners,  responsibilities of the residents including owners, fractional interest holders, time-share owners and renters of property for weekly vacations.  It provides guidelines for the management of the Association, World Yacht Club.

The Rules and Regulations provide for the general management responsibilities.  This is a general guide line and will be modified to better address the unique conditions that change as World Yacht Club grows, develops and adds assets including other ships and real estate.

The Association has the power of enforcement as explained here and in your By-Laws.  These Rules and Regulations are an essential part of preserving those rights and our property values.

After you have read through this booklet and are fully acquainted with its contents, keep it in a place to use as a guide.  If there is any item you do not understand, please contact Cruise Ship Condos LLC for more information.  References are made to more defining guidelines which can be found at the Management Office.

Your interests as a homeowner lie with the continuing success of your community association.  If the association functions well, the lifestyle you have chosen and your property values will be maintained.

Jack Hinshaw, President and Chairman of the Board.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title I Rules of General Application

CHAPTER 1 - Authority and Conflicts………………………………..Page 5

CHAPTER 2 - Residents and Guests………………………………..Page 6

CHAPTER 3 - Enforcement, Fines & Penalties……………………..Page 6

CHAPTER 4 - Interpretive Rulings…………………………………...Page 8

CHAPTER 5 - Appeals………………………………………………...Page 9

Title II Rules & Regulations for Common Elements and Common Areas

CHAPTER 1 - Non-Recreational Common Elements and Areas..Page 10

CHAPTER 2 - Recreational Common Elements and Areas….…..Page 13

Title III Rules & Regulations for Limited Common Elements and Units

CHAPTER 1 - Use Restrictions……………………………………...Page 16

CHAPTER 2 - Architectural Restrictions……………………………Page 20

(prefer III. D. 1. a) outline numbering)

SIXTY ACRE RESERVE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC.

TITLE I - Rules of General Application                        

Chapter 1 - Authority and Conflicts

Chapter 2 - Residents and Guests
 

Chapter 3 - Enforcement, Fines, Penalties
 

Chapter 4 - Interpretive Rulings
 

Chapter 5 - Appeals

TITLE I - Chapter 1: Authority and Conflicts

I:1-1 Authority:

These Rules and Regulations are adopted pursuant to the authority vested in the Board of Directors by the Master Deed and Bylaws for each Condominium Regime at Sixty Acre Reserve, and pursuant to the Condominum Act, N.J.S.A. 46:8B-1 et seq.

I:1-2 Conflicts:

These Rules and Regulations are to be interpreted and applied in a manner consistent with the intent and meaning of any Master Deed for any Sixty Acre Reserve Condominium Regime, the Certificate of Incorporation and the By-Laws of the Sixty Acre Reserve Condominium Association, Inc. and the duly promulgated Resolutions of the Board of Directors of the Sixty Acre Reserve Condominium Association, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as the “Documents”).  Where there exists an apparent conflict in the intent of any Rule or Regulation and the said Documents, the language and meaning of the Documents shall control.

TITLE I - Chapter 2:  Residents and Guests

Article 1:  Residents Defined
 

Article 2:  Guests Defined
 

Article 3:  Residents’ Responsibility for Guests

            Article 4:  Owners’ Responsibility for Residents and          

                                          Tenants

                        Article 5: Occupancy Requirements                                                                                                                                                          

I:2-1 Resident Defined:

A resident is a person who occupies a unit in Sixty Acre Reserve as an owner or tenant.

I:2-2 Guests Defined:

Guests are persons visiting a resident at Sixty Acre Reserve by reason of social invitation.

I:2-3 Residents’ Responsibility for Guests:

Residents are responsible for the conduct of guests at all times throughout the Sixty Acre Reserve Condominium whether in a unit, or on limited common elements, common recreational facilities, swimming pool, tennis courts or any other community facility. Guests while on the premises of Sixty Acre Reserve are bound by all Rules and Regulations.  Violations of the Rules and Regulations by guests shall be deemed to be violations by the resident.

I:2-4 Owners’ Responsibility for Residents and Tenants:

All unit owners shall be responsible for tenants, invitees and all other unit occupants’ compliance with the Rules and Regulations.

I:2-5 Occupancy Requirements:

Occupancy of units by residents and/or guests, including owners and tenants, shall be in accordance with the Documents, these Rules and Regulations and applicable ordinances, statutes and other governmental regulations. A copy of the Certificate of Occupancy must be provided with each lease rider.

TITLE I - Chapter 3:  Enforcement, Fines and Penalties

Article 1:  Enforcement by the Board of Directors

Article 2:  Enforcement by the Covenants Committee

            Article 3:  Enforcement by Lifeguards and Duly    

                                          Authorized Personnel

Article 4:  Alternative Dispute Resolution

Article 5:  Fines

Article 6: Late Fees and Charges

I:3-1 Enforcement by the Board of Directors:

The Board of Directors shall have the overall power to make such Rules and Regulations as may be necessary to carry out the intent of the Documents and shall have the right to enforce all such Rules and Regulations as promulgated by it, including architectural guidelines and standards. Enforcement may be accomplished by levying fines, suspending membership privileges, filing suit in a court of competent jurisdiction or such other means or methods of enforcement as may lawfully be available to the Board.  When levying fines or undertaking any other action to enforce the Rules and Regulations, the Board may act through its managing agent.

I:3-2 Enforcement by the Covenants Committee:

The Covenants Committee shall propose to the Board additions or modifications to the Rules and Regulations relating to external design, appearance, use and maintenance of the condominium property. The Covenants Committee shall implement the Rules and Regulations or other guidelines adopted by the Board in response to applications by unit owners.  The Covenants Committee may also conduct inspections of the Condominium Property in order to enforce the Rules and Regulations. 

I:3-3 Enforcement by Lifeguards and Duly Authorized Personnel:

Lifeguards and other duly authorized personne[PHG1] l are authorized to enforce certain Rules and Regulations upon instruction from the Board of Directors. Lifeguards and other duly authorized personnel are empowered to temporarily suspend pool privileges, recreational privileges or other privileges for a period not to exceed 72 hours.

1:3-4 Alternative Dispute Resolution:

All fines or other enforcement of the Rules and Regulations shall be subject to the Association’s Policy on Alternative Dispute Resolution, The Association’s shall develop a policy for Dispute Resolution and a System of Fines.

I:3-5 Fines:

In addition to all other rights of the Association to enforce Rules, Regulations, guidelines, standards and procedures, the Association may also impose monetary fines for violations thereof.  Each day continues shall be considered a separate offense.  Collection of such fines may be enforced against any unit owner(s) involved as if the fine were a common expense owed by the particular unit owner(s).  Any acts of vandalism or destruction of property will result in fines appropriate to the offence in addition to the cost of the repairs for damages.   The Board of Directors has the right to prosecute any offense or use of these Rules and Regulations to fabricate an unfounded complaint. 

I:3-6 Late Fees and Charges:

To insure the timely payment of all assessments, late fees will be assessed.

A.      Any member whose assessment shall remain unpaid as of the 15th day of the month shall incur a late charge of $15.00.

B.      The above-referenced charges shall be independent and in addition to any legal fees charged in connection with collecting assessments.

C.  Any member whose assessment remains unpaid as of the 15th of the

      month shall have his/her rights of membership suspended including,    

      but not limited to, the right to use any recreational amenity and the    

      right to vote and participate in community affairs and activities.

I:3-6:01 Dishonored Check Fee:

Any individual submitting a check to the Association that is dishonored for any reason by the bank will incur a fee to be applied to their or his/her account as posted (office or web site) in the amount of the bank charge.

TITLE I - Chapter 4: Interpretive Rulings

Article 1: The Covenants Committee

Article 2: Purpose of Interpretive Rulings

Article 3: Petitions

Article 4: Decisions

I:4-1 The Covenants Committee:

The Covenants Committee is empowered by the Board of Directors to make recommendations concerning the Rules and Regulations, and the Governing Documents.

I:4-2 Purpose of Interpretive Rulings:

Interpretive Rulings of the Covenants Committee may serve to:  (1) clarify the intent of provisions of the Documents, (2) decide on the consistency of any such provisions of the Documents or, (3) decide whether or not a Rule or Regulation was duly adopted.

The purpose of an Interpretive Ruling is not to amend, expand, or limit the provisions of those Documents, although the Covenants Committee may, in the statement accompanying the ruling, propose such amendments, expansions, or limitations.

I:4-3 Petitions:

Any unit owner may petition the Covenants Committee for any Interpretive Ruling by written request.

I:4-4 Decisions:

To be effective, a decision of the Covenants Committee shall be by majority vote, a quorum being present. The decision shall be issued within ten (10) days of the conclusion of the meeting. The decision shall be in writing and accompanied by both the majority and minority opinions, if any.  Copies of the decision shall be distributed to the party(ies) requesting the ruling.  The decision shall state the Covenants Committee’s authority to make a ruling and the basis of the decision.

TITLE I - Chapter 5:  Appeals

Article 1: Rights of Owners

Article 2: Appeals Petitions

Article 3: Notice of Hearing

Article 4: Procedures

Article 5: Effect of Decision

I:5-1 Rights of Owners:

The complainant or respondent, or applicant, as appropriate, may appeal a decision of the Covenants Committee to the Board of Directors, provided that all subordinate avenues of resolution, as provided herein, have been pursued.

I:5-2 Appeals Petitions:

Appeals Petitions must be legibly written and be submitted to the Board of Directors in substantially the following form:

“(I)(We)  ________________________________________, hereby petition the Board of Directors to hear an appeal of the decision of the Covenants Committee (Application) (Case).  (I)(We) further understand that the decision of the Board of Directors is final.”

I:5-3 Notice of Hearing:

Notice of Hearing shall be substantially in the following form, and shall be

served by the Board:

“You are hereby notified that a hearing will be held before the Board of Directors at (place of meeting) on the ____ day of ______ 200__ at (time) on the appeal of the decision of the Covenants Committee in the __________ Application.  You may be present at the hearing but need not be represented by counsel, and you may present any relevant evidence.  You are entitled to request the attendance of witnesses and the production of books, documents or other items by applying to the Board of Directors before the hearing.”

I:5-4 Procedures:

All of the rights and procedures enabled in I:3-4.04 through I:4-4 of this booklet shall apply to appeals with the substitution of the words “Board of Directors” wherever the words “Covenants Committee” appears.

I:5-5 Effect of Decision:

The Board of Directors may uphold the Covenants Committee’s decision in its entirety, modify or reverse such decision.

TITLE II – Rules and Regulations for Common Elements and Common Areas

Chapter 1 – Non-Recreational Common Elements and

                   Areas

Chapter 2 – Recreational Common Elements and Areas

TITLE II – Chapter 1: Non-Recreational Common Elements and Areas

Article 1 – Streets, Walks, and Open Areas

Article 2 – Signs

Article 3 – Traffic and Parking 

II:1-1  Streets, Walks and Open Areas:

II:1-1.01 Peddlers and Solicitors Prohibited:

No peddlers or solicitors of any kind are allowed in this Community.

II:1-1.02 Automobile Repairs Prohibited:

The repair or maintenance work of any automobile is prohibited on the streets or parking areas of the Community except for minor emergency repairs.

II:1-1.03 Dumping Prohibited:

Only ordinary household waste will be disposed of in the trash dumpsters. 

II:1-1.04 Burning Prohibited:

Burning of papers or rubbish of any kind is prohibited.

II:1-1.05 Personal Articles:

Nothing is to be stored on common areas.

II:1-1.06 Activities Prohibited:

Disorderly, boisterous, loud, offensive or threatening conduct on the streets, walkways and common elements of the Community is prohibited.  Parents and custodians are required to have children comply with this rule and play in designated recreational areas.  Parents/Guardians shall be held liable for expenses incurred as a result of the destructive actions of their children.

II:1-1.07 Holiday Decorations:

A.   No decorations shall be on general common elements. 

B.   Flames will not be permitted outside.

II:1-2 Signs:

No sign or notice of any type may be placed in the common areas.  Real estate signs are restricted as follows:

A.   Real estate signs may be displayed in windows only. Real estate

   signs are not permitted on common or limited common property.

B.   There may not be more than two (2) signs for each unit.

C.   Signs must be placed in the unit’s window from the inside.

D.   Signs must be of wording, which indicates “For Sale” or “For Rent” and the phone number to contact.

E.   Signs may not be larger than 18” x 24”.

F.   Open house notices may be displayed on common area on weekends only from 12 noon to 5 p.m.

II:1-3  Traffic and Parking:

II:1-3.01 Street Parking:

Parking on the streets of the community is prohibited except in areas designated for such purposes.  Vehicles on common areas are subject to be towed, at the owner’s expense, without notice. Vehicle washing is permitted only in parking areas.

II:1-3.02 Trailers, Motor Homes, etc.:

Campers, boat trailers, motor homes or other attachable trailers shall not be parked on streets, courts or parking spaces or recreational areas.

II:1-3.03 Commercial Vehicles:

A “commercial vehicle” shall be defined as a vehicle whether motorized or not, that is (i) utilized for commercial purposes, or (ii) that bears visible signs or advertising (except license plates) denoting a commercial enterprise, whether utilized for such purposes or not, or (iii) that exceeds 8 feet height or 18 feet in length or does not fit into parking spaces without extending over a walkway, or (iv) that carries or transports any hazardous material or substance.  A “recreation vehicle” shall be defined as a vehicle (i) that is not primarily designed for use on paved roads, such as, with limitation, snow mobiles or jet skis which are primarily designed for use on snow or water, or (ii) that is designed for use on paved roads, but which has a primary purpose for recreational uses, such as, without limitation, off road vehicles and campers.

No commercial vehicle or recreation vehicle including, but not limited to, tow trucks, semi trucks (with or without trailer), plows, buses, motor homes, campers, house trailers, tractors, or boats, shall be parked within the community property unless the vehicle is on a bona fide service call.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, the following commercial or recreation vehicles shall be permitted within the community property:

A.      Vehicles that are defined as commercial vehicles under this Paragraph only by virtue of a sign or advertising if the signage is neat and orderly and of professional quality.

B.      Vehicles that are defined as commercial vehicles under this Paragraph only by virtue of a ladder or enclosed electric wire holder, if the ladder or enclosed electric wire holder does not extend beyond the dimensions of the vehicle, is maintained in an orderly and neat fashion and is properly affixed to the vehicle with a rack type mechanism.

II:1-3.04 Reserved Spaces:

Where parking spaces or stalls have been designated to a particular home or resident, no other person shall utilize such space without the express consent of such designee.

II:1-3.05 Motor Vehicle Laws:

Except as otherwise provided, all motor vehicles and bicycles must travel on community roads observing all traffic control signs and motor vehicle laws as provided in Title 39 of the New Jersey Statutes Annotated.

II:1-3.06 Speed Limit:

The speed limit for all roads within Sixty Acre Reserve shall be as posted by the NJ State Department of Transportation according to State Statute Title 39.

II:1-3.07 Vehicle Registration:

All motor vehicles belonging to residents must be registered with the Association.

II:1-3.08 Disabled and Unregistered Vehicles:

Disabled and unregistered vehicles are not to be stored in community parking areas and are subject to being towed at owner’s expense after 30 days.

II: 1-3.09 Towing:

A.      Any vehicle parked on the common property in violation of the Rules and Regulations adopted by the Board, or any vehicle which has been parked on the common property for more than 30 days without having been moved will be towed by a company engaged by the Association            for that purpose and will be stored at owner’s expense.  Vehicles, which have no plates, will be towed if not removed within 5 (five)  days.

B.      The Board will notify the owner of any such vehicle of its intention to have the vehicle removed by placing a written notice on the vehicle, which will state that the vehicle will be towed if it is not removed within 5 days of the date of such notice.  If the name and address of the owner is available to the Board of Directors, they may be notified by regular and/or certified mail of the violation. Management shall notify the resident, in writing, prior to towing the vehicle if said vehicle is registered with the onsite office.

C.      Cars will be towed in accordance with the towing policies in effect on the date of the incident.  All towing will be at the vehicle owner’s expense. This information will also be placed on the reserved parking signs in the front and rear entrances.

D.      Any vehicle parked in undesignated parking spaces or areas will be subject to immediate towing at the owner’s expense.

TITLE II - Chapter 2:  Recreational Common Elements and Areas

Article 1:  General

Article 2:  Swimming Pool

Article 3:  Tennis Courts

Article 4:  Reserved Natural Areas

Article 5:  Basketball Courts

II:2-1 General

II:2-1.01 Identification:

All persons utilizing recreational common property and common elements are required to have on their person appropriate identification as may be required by the Board of Directors or other duly authorized personnel along with a valid recreation pass.  The Board, at their discretion, may post the operating hours of the recreational facilities.

II:2-1.02 Conduct:

All persons utilizing recreational common elements and areas are prohibited from acting in a disorderly or offensive manner.

II:2-1.03 Guests:

Guests are permitted to utilize the recreational common property and elements and areas only if accompanied by a resident.  A resident is permitted not more than five (5) guests utilizing the facilities at any one time except where otherwise stated.  All guests under the age of fourteen (14) years must be in the physical presence of a sponsoring resident who is at least sixteen (16) years of age.  Every resident shall be responsible for compliance with these rules including their guests, visitors, invitees or the guests, visitors or invitees any of the occupants of their unit.

II:2-1.04 Pets:

Pets are prohibited from the pool area, tennis courts, ball fields, basketball courts or playgrounds.

II:2-1.05 Parent Liability:

Parents/Guardians shall be held liable for expenses incurred as a result of the destructive actions of their children.

II:2-1.06 Prohibited Conduct:

A.   No resident shall engage in any abusive behavior toward management, board members, committee members or any duly authorized representatives of the Association. 

B.   No resident or guest shall engage in any behavior within the condominium property, which unreasonably disturbs the quiet enjoyment of other residents or their property.

C.   No resident or guest shall use, distribute, sell, or possess any illegal controlled substance within the condominium property.  

D.   No resident shall retaliate in any manner against any person making any complaint of a violation of these Rules and Regulations.

E.   No resident shall put any other resident or guest in unreasonable fear of physical harm.

F.   No alcoholic beverages are permitted on common ground.

G.   Violation of any rules set forth in this section, shall incur an automatic fine of $50.00 for the first offense and $100.00 for each offense thereafter.

II:2-2 Swimming Pool:

The use of the pool facility, which shall include the swimming pool itself, attendant buildings and surrounding enclosed areas shall be in accordance with the following:

A.      Each resident planning to use the pool must register with the Management Office in advance.  Residents must stop to have their registration status checked by the pool attendant upon entering the    

      pool area.

B.      Proper swim attire is required.

C.      Diving into the pool, running or other horseplay in the pool area is prohibited.

D.      Breakable glass and other dangerous articles are prohibited.

E.      Use of the pool facility by any person shall be subject to the NJ State Health Regulations.

F.      Use of the pool is prohibited when a lifeguard is not present.

G.     No children under the age of 14 shall be allowed into the pool without the physical presence of a parent or guardian in the pool area or a resident who is at least 16 years of age and in possession of a valid recreational pass.

H.      Only those flotation devices approved by the Association may be utilized in the pool.

I.         Lifeguards are empowered to enforce all pool Rules and Regulations as posted.

J.       Children who are not toilet trained or adults with a bladder impairment

     must wear securely fitted rubber pants, not a disposable diaper.

K.      Pool equipment and furnishings shall not be removed from the pool area.

L.       No alcoholic beverages are permitted.

M.     Loud music at the pool is prohibited.

N.      Only children 5 and under will be permitted in the kiddy pool.

O.     Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times at the kiddy pool.

P.  Smoking in kiddy pool area is prohibited.

II:2-3 Tennis Courts:

A.      Use of tennis courts shall be on a first come first served basis.

B.      Play shall be limited to one (1) hour period unless there is no one waiting to commence play following the expiration of such hour.

C.      The Board of Directors shall post hours of use periodically.

D.      Guests must be accompanied by a resident at all times.

E.      Only active participants are to be within the tennis court area.  Spectators are required to stay outside.

F.      Proper tennis attire is required at all times.  Footwear must be a tennis shoe or sneaker.

G.     Tennis courts are not to be used when the nets have been lowered.

H.      Tennis courts are not to be used for any purpose other than tennis

      play.

I.         No food, alcoholic beverages or glass container of any kind may be consumed or in the possession of anyone within the tennis court enclosure.

J.       Loud, boisterous disorderly conduct or profanity is prohibited.

K.      Smoking on the tennis courts is prohibited.

II:2-4 Reserved Natural Areas:

No open fires shall be permitted in reserved natural areas except in such facilities as may be designated and approved by the Board of Directors.  The Board may prohibit all open fires during dry periods where forest or woods fire hazards are at high risk.

II:2-4.01 Smoking:

Smoking is prohibited in the reserved natural areas at all times.

II:2-4.02 Littering:

Littering or dumping of trash or any other article is prohibited in reserved natural areas.

II:2-5 Basketball Courts:

A.   Guests must be accompanied by a resident with a valid recreational

      pass at all times while a game is in progress.

B.   No hanging on the rims or stanchions.

C.   No food, alcoholic beverages or glass containers of any kind may be

      consumed or in the possession of anyone within the basketball court

      enclosure.

D.   Spectators are to remain outside the gate if not participating in the

      game.

E.   Basketball courts may be used for other activities so long as those

      activities do not prevent residents and their guests from playing

      basketball.

F.   Loud, boisterous, disorderly conduct and profanity are prohibited.

G.   Smoking is prohibited on the basketball courts.

H.   The Board may post hours of authorized use as needed.

TITLE III – Rules and Regulations for Limited Common Areas and Units

                        Chapter 1 – Use Restrictions

                        Chapter 2 – Architectural Restrictions

TITLE III - Chapter 1: Use Restrictions

Article 1: Units

Article 2: Leasing

Article 3: Pets

Article 4: Prohibited Activities

Article 5: Washing or Airing Lines

Article 6: Trash

Article 7: Short Wave Transmitters, Satellite Dishes

Article 8: Storage of Flammables

Article 9: Personal Articles

Article 10: Decorative Ornaments           

III:1-1 Units:

Units shall be used for residential purposes.  Township residential zoning restrictions shall apply within Sixty Acre Reserve.

III:1-2 Leasing:

The owner or owners of record are free to lease his/her or their unit provided that such leasing shall be in compliance with Article X, Section 10.01 of the Master Deed or any other portion of any Master Deed that relates to leasing.  In addition, all leasing shall be by written lease agreement, a copy of which shall be submitted to the  Board of Directors or its Designee, no later than fifteen (15) days prior to the commencement of the lease period.  Leases are acceptable if they contain, in writing, a specific undertaking on the part of the owner and the tenant that they have read the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Directors and that they agree to be bound by and comply with such said Documents and Rules and Regulations.

The lease shall contain an appointment of the Association by the owner of record as landlord, as the owner’s attorney-in-fact, empowered to institute eviction proceedings in the event of violations by the tenant of the Community Documents or the Rules and Regulations.  The specific language of such undertakings and appointment shall be in accordance with the requirements and discretion of the Board of Directors.

III:1-3 Pets:

A.      Dogs and cats must be registered with the Association.

B.      Dogs and cats shall not be permitted to run free, or to be chained up on common or limited common areas.

C.      Pets must be kept on a six-foot (6’) maximum length of leash at all times.

D.      A responsible individual who is capable of controlling the animal at all times must accompany pets.

E.      Pet droppings must be picked up immediately and disposed of in appropriate trash receptacles.  Fines for violation of this paragraph shall be fifty ($50) dollars for the first offense and one hundred ($100) dollars each offense thereafter.

F.      Pets shall not be walked in the front, side or back yards.  Pets should be walked along 60 Acre Blvd. 

G.     Owners of pets shall be held responsible for all actions of pets on Association property, including expenses incurred by the Association to enforce this Rule.

III:1-4 Prohibited Activities:

No obnoxious or offensive activity shall be carried on, in or upon the property of the Sixty Acre Reserve Community, nor shall anything be done therein, either willfully or negligently, which may be or become an annoyance to other residents.  Televisions, stereos, radios and musical instruments shall be operated at a low volume level after 10:00 p.m.  Power tools may be used only between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m.

III:1-5 Washing or Airing Lines:

Washing or airing lines or the airing of bedding or wearing apparel on the exterior of any unit is prohibited.

III:1-6 Trash:

All household garbage and trash shall be deposited within trash collection containers as may be designated by the Board of Directors.  Recycling will be in accordance with Township Ordinances.  Any resident found to be contaminating the recycling by way of evidence found in the containers or eyewitness evidence shall be subject to the following fines:

1st offense - $25.00, 2nd offense - $50.00, 3rd offense - $100.00

III:1-7 Short-wave Transmitters, Satellite Dishes:

The utilization of transmitters, including, but not limited to, short wave, citizen band, and television antennas is prohibited.

Satellite dishes shall be permitted in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission regulations and such regulations that the Board shall approve.  Guidelines for installation will be available in the Community office.

III:1-8 Storage of Flammables:

The storage of gasoline, paint rags, motorcycles, mopeds, or any other flammable material within any unit or upon any property is prohibited unless such storage is within the storage shed and in Underwriter’s Laboratory approved containers with the UL label affixed.

III:1-9 Personal Articles:

A.      The placing of personal articles, compost pilings, plantings, or any structure  upon limited common elements of the Association, without the prior approval of the Covenants Committee, is prohibited, except as providedin the following guidelines:Gas grills and other gas burning equipment are prohibited unless they can be stored 5’ from building, within established guidelines.

B.      Outdoor furniture must be maintained and kept in good repair.  Those residents without patios must store their outdoor furniture inside the unit or storage shed when not in use.

C.      Outdoor furniture may be placed on front porches except in accordance with the following guidelines:  Such furniture will be limited to one (1) park bench not longer than 48 inches or two (2) chairs and a small table.  Placement of furniture must not obstruct or impede utility meters, walkways or entryways. 

D.      Outdoor furniture for back patio; see guidelines. 

E.      Baby pools are not permitted.

F.      Residents’ toys and apparatus shall be stored inside the unit or storage shed when not in use and may not be left out overnight. Bicycles may be placed on patios, however, they must not obstruct or impede utility meters, walkways, or entryways.

G.     Firewood must be stored in firewood rings only, which are not to exceed 42 inches in diameter and must be placed on concrete patios, breezeway areas or entrance alcoves in a manner not to obstruct pedestrian traffic.  Firewood may be stored in these areas year round.

H.      Hanging planters are not permitted to be attached to the structure.  Black wrought iron planter stands with no more than three hangers are permitted in the limited common garden bed.

III:1-10 Decorative Ornaments:

Decorative ornaments and wreaths are permitted on the exterior of unit doors within the following guidelines:

A.   Placement of decorations must be within the door area.

B.   The decorations must be well maintained and in good condition.

III:1-10.01  Holiday Decorations:

Holiday decorations may be displayed thirty (30) days prior to the holiday and must be removed fourteen (14) days after the holiday using only the following guidelines:

A.   Holiday decorations may be placed on the exterior of the building

      providing it does not damage the door and utilizes appropriate

      attachment hardware.

B.   Exterior holiday lights are acceptable if installed with appropriate clips that will not damage siding or gutters, or other device that does not penetrate any exterior surface.

C.   Freestanding holiday decorations may be placed on front porches and flower beds providing they do not block entryways or access to 

      meters.

D.   Holiday decorations may be wrapped or tied around porch

      supports, windows, and doors providing they do not require nails or

      other fasteners that will damage or put holes in the aluminum or wood.

TITLE III - Chapter 2:  Architectural Restrictions:

            Article 1: Prohibited Architectural Uses, Modifications or

                                                Additions

            Article 2:   Procedures for Architectural Modifications, Uses or 

                                                Additions

            Article 3: Architectural Standards

            Article 4: Standards and Guidelines for Specific Architectural

                          Modifications or Additions

III:2-1 Prohibited Architectural Uses, Modifications, or Additions:

A.      Awnings and canopies.

B.      Exterior antennas.

C.      Lawn and garden ornaments, patio blocks are prohibited in garden bed and common areas.

D.      In-ground flagpoles and mounted flagpoles are prohibited with the exception of mounted flagpoles as approved by the Board of Directors and with the prior written approval of the Covenants Committee. Decorative flags of any type are not permitted.

E.      Window air conditioners or window fans.

F.      Shutters, walls and fences (unless installed by developer).

G.     Alterations or additions that adversely affect the structural integrity of any building.

H.      The installation and maintenance of any heating devices such as kerosene, wood or coal burning stoves or heaters, requiring through wall or roof vents or chimneys.

I.         Exterior electrical insecticide devices.

J.       Exterior painting, carpeting, staining of concrete walls, steps, or porches.  Exterior doors may be painted only with Sherwin Williams, Siding Tan A-100 paint, or equivalent.

K.      Decorations or articles affixed to the exterior of any building or other structure such as weathervanes, thermometers, plaques, signs and hanging plants or planters, and wind chimes.

L.       Storm doors are permitted in accordance with guidelines available in the community office.

M.     Garden beds are limited common property and may be planted and maintained by the homeowner in accordance with established guidelines, which are available at the community office.

N.      Edging is allowed to be incorporated into the limited common garden bed and its use is outlined in the garden bed guidelines.

O.     Patio Extensions:

Patio extensions are prohibited except as approved by the   Covenants Committee utilizing the following guidelines:

1. The extension of any patio at a residential unit must be installed at the location limited by the placement of the existing slab.
2. Its placement must abut the building to avoid creating a tripping hazard and may not interfere with drainage or drainage patterns.
3. The overall size of any rear patio, inclusive of this addition, must be limited to 10.5 feet in length and 12 feet in width or a maximum of 126 square feet.  The shape is to be in harmony with the design of the building and a sketch must be submitted and approved.
4. The installation shall be at grade level not to exceed 6 inches above ground.
5. The patio extension may not be installed prior to final inspection by the Management Company. 
6. It must be poured concrete of 4 inch thickness and natural in color.
7. Specifications for the Cedar unit patio extension allow for a larger patio area.  The 10’ x 12’ extension may be installed in addition to the small patio already provided.  The total area of the patio unit may then be 126 square feet in addition to the area of the  existing patio.  This may be done on the Cedar unit only.

P.      Sensor lights have been approved for the front porch area and back area.  Specifications are available in the community office.

Q.     Window and door screens must be in good repair.

III:2-2 Procedures for Architectural Modifications, Uses or Additions

III:2-2.01 Architectural Applications:

No unit owner shall make any additions, alterations or improvements to the common elements or limited common elements without the prior written approval of the Covenants Committee.

To request approval, a completed application must be filed with the Covenants Committee in form and content as may be required by the Board of Directors. Application forms may be obtained from the Management Office or upon written request to the Covenants Committee, 1 Nature Blvd., Jackson, New Jersey 08527.

If you are applying for modifications that require a Restrictive Covenant, a check must accompany your architectural modification application. Contact the Management Office regarding current fee schedule for Restrictive Covenant.  The following modifications require a Restrictive Covenant:

·   Installation of patio

·   Installation of an attic fan

·   Installation of skylights

An application shall be deemed to have been filed upon receipt by the Covenants Committee, at the Management Office, by certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the Covenants Committee, c/o 1 Nature Blvd., Jackson, New Jersey 08527, or by other means of delivery provided that filing shall be deemed to have been accomplished by the designation of a log number by the Management Office and further provided that the application is complete in all respects.

III:2-2.02 Architectural Modifications Uniformity:

Any applicant must demonstrate that a proposed change or addition will not adversely affect the aesthetic and economic value of the applicant’s property or surrounding properties, or the architectural plan and common design plan of Sixty Acre Reserve as a whole; that such change will not impede or add to the exterior maintenance responsibility of the Sixty Acre Reserve Condominium; and that it will not interfere with existing drainage patterns, utility lines, TV cables, security systems, irrigation and easements, or rights of way.  Applicant must further affirmatively demonstrate the use, modification or addition complies in all respects with standards of designs as may be adopted by the Covenants Committee and the Board of Directors.

III:2-2.03 Decisions:

The Covenants Committee may render its decision with respect to any application in the following manner:

A.      Approval of an application.

B.      Approval of an application with conditions.

C.      Denial of an application.

D.   Denial of an application without prejudice or for reconsideration if the applicant meets certain conditions.

E.   A decision of the Covenants Committee shall be effective when written and delivered to the applicant by regular mail, at the address that appears on the application form.

III:2-2.04 Appeals:

A.      An applicant aggrieved by the decision of the Covenants Committee shall have ten (10) days from the date of receipt of written notice of such decision to request an appeal.  Such request shall be in writing and delivered to the Board of Directors by personal service at the Management Office or by certified mail, return receipt requested, addressed to the Board of Directors, Sixty Acre Reserve Condominium Association, Inc., 1 Nature Blvd., Jackson, NJ 08527.

B.      The Board of Directors shall have thirty (30) days following the filing date to act upon a request for appeal, and its failure to so act within such time period shall be deemed to be a denial of the application.

C.      Notwithstanding the automatic denial provision as contained in (B) above, if the Board of Directors has failed to act within twenty (20) days from the date of the request for appeal the applicant may then between the twentieth and the twenty-fifth day of the thirty (30) day period, notify the Board of Directors of its failure to render its decision on the application.  Upon such notification and in the event that the Board of Directors continues to fail to act to the end of the thirty (30) day period, the application shall be deemed to be approved.

D.      The Board of Directors may render its decision regarding appeals in the following manner:

1.    Approval of an application.

2.    Approval of an application with conditions.

3.    Denial of an application.

4.    Denial of an application without prejudice or for reconsideration if the applicant meet certain conditions.

5.    A decision of the Board of Directors shall be effective when written and delivered to the applicant by regular mail, at the address that appears on the application form.

III:2-3 Architectural Standards:

Applicants that have received approval for architectural changes or additions to property must comply with the following standards:

A.   The applicant shall be responsible for obtaining at applicant’s cost all necessary governmental permits and must, as a condition precedent to the installation and removal of the subject matter of the application, provide the Covenants Committee with true  copies of such permits.

B.  All approved work must conform to applicable building codes and be

      performed by a licensed contractor.  Any such contractor must file

      with the Covenants Committee, prior to the commencement of work,

      a Certificate of Insurance indicating workers compensation and

      general liability coverage in amounts and types satisfactory to the

      Covenants Committee and naming the Sixty Acre Reserve

      Condominium Association, Inc. as an Additional Insured.

C.  The applicant shall be responsible for any damage or injury that

results to any building, person, or property, arising out of the

installation of the subject matter of the application.

III:2-4 Standards and Guidelines for Specific Architectural Modifications or Additions:

All architectural changes, modifications and additions, which receive consent by the Covenants Committee or Board of Directors, shall strictly comply with standards or guidelines relating to such modifications or such amendments thereto as the Board of Directors may adopt from time to time.

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