Stableford
Townes
At
White Eagle
Rules & Regulations
Revised January 2002
Adopted January 22, 2002
Stableford Townes at White Eagle
Townhome Homeowners Association
Rules and Regulations
Introductions
Townhome living is different from living in a
traditional single-family home. A
townhome offers many advantages including the performance by others of routine
tasks such as landscaping, snowplowing and regular maintenance of the exteriors
of our buildings. Each of us shares in
the use of the common area at a lower cost when compared to individual
ownership. We also enjoy a great sense
of community and a collective security.
The amenities of townhome ownership and community
are not without cost. Each of us shares
responsibility for maintaining our community.
To carry out this responsibility it is necessary for you to elect a
Board of Directors and to volunteer to chair or become an active member of our
operating committees. These committees
report to the Board, which is the Association's governing body. It is also the Board’s responsibility to
enforce and revise when necessary the Rules and Regulations published within.
These Rules and Regulations are an extension of
your Association's Declaration and Bylaws.
Legally, you agreed to comply with all provisions of these documents
when you purchased your unit. The
requirement for compliance flows through to members of your family, guests and
lessees (if any). As an owner, you
share in the liability that goes hand-in-hand with compliance.
Each of us is expected to share and enjoy the
benefits of our community with our neighbors in peace and tranquility. The largest of these, and the most visible,
are the common areas over which we have collective (not individual)
responsibility and control.
You are encouraged to VOLUNTEER and join one or
more of our committees as we work to make Stableford Townes the best possible
environment in which to enjoy gracious and carefree living. The cooperation and understanding of all
owners will provide for the continued safety, continuity and appreciation of
the development.
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GOVERNING
DOCUMENTS
White Eagle Club POA is the overall “Master”
community in which Stableford Townes is an exclusive “Submaster" community. It has its own set of Declaration and Bylaws
as contained in the White Eagle Club Document of Record. Each of us is required to abide by both the
White Eagle Club and the Stableford Townes Rules and Regulations. Where the Rules and Regulations of our
Association parallel or duplicate one of the forgoing, the Declaration of White
Eagle Club or the most stringent will take precedence.
Managing Agent
Baum Property Services is the Managing Agent for Stableford Towne at White
Eagle. (as the date of the Adoption of
these rules).
They may be reached at (630) 897-0500
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PREFACE
These Rules and Regulations are not meant to be
unduly restrictive or infringe on the rights of individuals. They are set forth to insure the full
enjoyment of your home and surroundings.
Cooperation by all is requested; it only takes a few to spoil the
enjoyment of the majority. Guests and
lessees are subject to the same Rules and Regulations as Owners.
The laws and ordinances of the Village of Aurora,
DuPage County and the State of Illinois are fully applicable within the
confines of Stableford Townehomes at White Eagle Homeowners Association.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE
RULES AND REGULATIONS
1.
Security – Dwelling Unit
2.
Security Service/ White Eagle POA
3.
Landscape & Building Maintenance – Snow Maintenance
4.
Patio & Deck Furniture & Grills
5.
Architectural Regulations
6.
Exterior Lighting
7.
Window washing/Window Treatments
8.
Firewood
9.
Garages, Motor Vehicle Regulations, Recreation Vehicles, Trailers and
Parking
10. Refuse Storage and Removal
11. Pets
12. Use and Occupancy Restrictions
(Insurance)
13. Satellite Dish / Television Antennas
14. Insurance
15. Utilities and Heat
16. Assessments
17. Enforcement / Fines
Method of Requisition Exterior Changes to Building or Grounds
Method of Changing or Adding Rules or Regulations
Method of Enforcing rules and Regulations
Rules and Regulations Committee
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RULES AND
REGULATIONS
DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS
A. The repair or replacement of damage caused by homeowners, occupants,
homeowner’s guest, or their pets is at the expense of the Owner.
B. Semi-annual reviews of all landscape areas will be made by the Board of
Directors or their designees and the landscape contractor to determine the
extent of any damage and the costs to repair.
Special assessments by the Board will be made prior to the beginning of
the repair work.
1.
Security – Dwelling
Unit
All living units in White Eagle Club POA (Master
Association) are monitored thru a central monitoring station.
It is mandatory that the security and fire alarm
system in your unit be activated and connected to central monitoring within thirty
(30) days after closing. This system
may be expanded to your individual needs.
You must contact the managing agent of the White
Eagle Club POA to arrange for a move in or move out inspection.
If the alarm is not activated and connected to
central monitoring within thirty (30) days after the closing date, a fine of
fifty dollars ($50.00) per month may be assessed. The central monitoring fee is already included in your White
Eagle Club HOA assessment.
It is incumbent upon each and every resident to
take personal responsibility for the security of self, family, neighbors and
personal property. Vehicles left parked
outside of garages should be locked.
Garage and unit doors should also be kept locked and windows
latched. Take the normal precautions
you would take living in any residential area.
2.
Security Service – White Eagle POA
White Eagle POA employs a professional security
service to patrol the streets, etc. in White Eagle. Their 24 hours phone number may be obtained from the managing
agent of the White Eagle POA.
In case of emergency call 911 before calling the
White Eagle security.
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3. Landscape & Building
Maintenance – Snow Maintenance
1. Owners should not give instructions to any maintenance workers. Call
Property Manager with any suggestions or concerns.
2. Common areas will be maintained by Association only. Please do not trim, prune, cut on your own.
3. No plantings, including annual flowers may be installed without the
prior approval of the Board of Directors.
Destruction or damage to existing shrubs, bushes, trees or grass caused
by the unapproved planting shall be assessed to the homeowner causing the
damage. Care and maintenance of such
plantings are the responsibility of the homeowner.
4.
All planters shall be maintained by the homeowner
and must be removed, if possible, during the winter months. Planters shall not be placed on any sodden
areas. Any damaged sod will be replaced
at the expense of the homeowner.
5.
No planter shall be fastened to the exterior of
buildings in any manner. If damage occurs, the owner is responsible for the
cost of repair.
6.
No walkways, sidewalks, patio stones, flagstone,
etc, can be installed on the common areas.
7.
The growing of vegetables, herbs or fruits is not
permitted. Vegetables or herbal
plantings are allowed on decks if grown in small neat containers.
8.
Existing exterior light fixtures shall not be
modified in any way nor shall any additional exterior fixtures be installed
without Board approval. No free standing yard lights, lampposts or bug lights
(gas or electrical), shall be permanently installed. Light bulbs are to be clear and no more than 60 watts.
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4. Patio and Deck Furniture
& Grills
1.
Furniture, umbrellas, patio furnishings or plant materials
shall not obstruct the view of or be detrimental (in the judgement of the Board
of Directors) to the general appearance of the Stableford Townes of White Eagle
Club.
2.
Patios and decks are considered private and will
not be part of landscape/building maintenance.
No lawn ornaments, bird feeders, birdhouses, bird baths trellises, etc.
are allowed on the common areas. Bird
feeders are allowed on decks only.
3.
Patio and deck furniture shall remain on or within
the patio deck area when not in use. No
patio furniture shall be left in the yard or common area. In general, patios should be kept neat and
uncluttered so as not to create unsightly views for other homeowners or
visitors.
4.
Grills must be kept on decks or patios. (except for
the gas grilles permanently Installed at time of construction.)
5.
The installation of Astroturf or any type of
covering or the painting of any Patio or deck is prohibited; staining of wood
decks is required a minimum of every two (2) years as a preventive maintenance
procedure with an approved stain and color.
This information is available through the management office.
6.
Patio decks shall not be used for general storage
of any kind other than seasonal storage of patio furniture and grills. Storage under the decks is strictly
prohibited.
7.
No decks awnings or other permanent structures
shall be installed without the prior written consent of the Board of Directors.
8.
Electric "Bug Killers" may not be
operated after 10:00 p.m. or in a manner at any other time which, in the opinion
of the Board of Directors, annoys or disturbs others.
9.
The Association shall contract to plow the snow on
the private road, driveways and walkways.
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5. Architectural Regulations
Pursuant to Section 8.01 of the Declaration any changes a homeowner
wishes to make on the exterior of the dwelling unit or grounds near the
dwelling unit must have prior written approval from the Board of
Directors. Approval may be requested by
submitting Exhibit 7.
6. Exterior Lighting
A.
All outdoor lighting is permanent and may not be
changed by Owners.
B.
Owners shall be responsible for changing light
bulbs on the exterior of their units.
Colored light bulbs are not permitted.
C.
The Board, from time to time, may direct the
Building Committee or its representative to install "long-life” light
bulbs in fixtures next to the Owners’ garage door for security purposes. This replacement will be billed to the Owner
if not incorporated in the current annual budget.
D.
Additional patio light or outside lighting is not
permitted except upon approval by the Board of Directors. Request forms for lighting variances must be
made through the Property manager.
7. Window Washing/Window
Treatments
All window washing is the responsibility of the
individual owner.
All window treatments must be drapes, blinds,
shutters or shades, which must be of a neutral color complementary to the total
exterior appearance of the building. No
sheets, newspapers, etc. allowed as window treatments.
8. Firewood
Firewood shall be stored in garages or other
enclosed areas, but not on exposed areas such as balconies, decks or Common
Areas. Gas logs are encouraged.
9. Garages Motor Vehicle
Regulations, Recreation Vehicles
Trailers and parking.
A. Garages
B.
1. All garage doors shall be closed except when residents are entering or
leaving.
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2. Flammable or noxious materials shall not be stored in garages except in
certified approved containers.
3. Garages and driveways shall not be used for offensive, noisy or
unsightly activities (e.g., major auto repairs in the open). Repair of any
damage to the driveways such as that caused by vehicle oil leaks shall be
charged to the Owner's assessment account.
B. Recreation
Vehicles & Trailers
1. Recreation vehicles, house trailers, trailers,
airplanes, campers, boats, commercial pick up trucks and/or commercial vehicles
and the like, may not be parked in driveways, streets or Common Areas. Owners of all such vehicles (if they are too
large for storage in a garage) should make appropriate arrangements for their
storage elsewhere.
2.Minibikes, trail
bikes, snowmobiles, and other non-licensed motorized vehicles are NOT to be
driven on the Stableford Towne Home property.
Owners of these vehicles should have proper trailers to bring the
vehicles to and from their homes.
Storage of these vehicles and their trailers must be in garages, not
outside the units.
3. Storage on the
Property: No boat, commercial vehicle, airplane, trailer, house trailer or
motorized recreational vehicle shall be stored permanently or temporarily in
the open on any of the Property, except that the operable conventional
passenger vehicles of the owner, their tenants and guests shall be permitted to
be parked on the Owners’ respective driveway or driveway easement.
C. Motor
Vehicle Rules and Regulations
1. All motor-driven vehicles in use on Stableford
Towne Home streets shall be properly licensed and driven by licensed drivers.
2. All vehicles (including bicycles) must observe
all speed and traffic regulations.
3.Vehicles with abnormally loud exhaust systems,
such as motorcycles, shall be driven in such a manner as not to disturb others.
4. All Owners' vehicles shall display stickers, if made available by the
Association.
5. Permanent parking is not permitted on any street. Overnight parking,
whether by residents or guest, must be on a driveway or other designated
parking area.
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6. Living Units with two-car garages can only have 4 vehicles parked at
their living unit at any time. Two
vehicles MUST be parked in their garage, and the other two MUST be parked on
the driveway in front of the garage not blocking the sidewalk.
7. Additional Parking Restrictions:
A.Vans: Allowed only if they fit in the standard garage.
B.Trucks: Allowed only if they are PARKED IN THE
OWNERS'GARAGE AT ALL TIMES.
C. No vehicle of any
kind is allowed that displays advertising unless it is PARKED IN THE OWNERS'
GARAGE AT ALL TIMES.
D.At no time shall the parking areas be
used for storage of disabled vehicles.
E.Vehicles parked in
designated areas for more than 7 days will be towed at owner's expense.
8. Overnight guests of an Owner or renter may only park in the Owners'
approved spaces. Please make
arrangements for extra Cars elsewhere.
Fines as (stated) under Rules and Regulations will be the responsibility
of the Owners for their guests.
9. Repeated
violations of these Rules and Regulations will be considered cause for action
by the Board of Directors.
D. Motor Vehicles Rules and Regulations Method of
Enforcement
1.
Any resident aware of an infraction of these Motor
Vehicle Rules and Regulations should report it to the Property Manager
2. Upon the first infraction of the Rules and
Regulations, the Offending resident will receive a letter from the Property
Manager. If the infraction is not corrected with fifteen (15) days, a second
letter will be sent from the Board.
Fifteen (15) days Thereafter, fines of Twenty-five dollars ($25.00) for
the first offense and fifty ($50.00) per repeated occurrence, per vehicle, will
be levied with fifteen (15) day intervals thereafter. Upon notification of a fine, the Owner may request a hearing in
writing of the Board of Directors. Upon
appearance before the Board, the Owner has a right to legal counsel and the
right to examine the complaining witness.
All hearings will commence within thirty (30) days of receipt of written
notice.
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3. Upon repeated or flagrant infractions of the
Rules and Regulations the offending residents will be notified by the
Stableford Towne Homes Board of Directors.
If the offender is a minor, he or she must be accompanied by a parent or
legal guardian. The chairman or
designated member of the Rules and Regulations Committee or Board of liaison
shall be present. Upon the failure of
the offender to appear or if a satisfactory settlement is not reached, the
offender and/or the Owner will be notified in writing by the Stableford Towne
Home Board that unless the offender and Owner agrees in writing to remedy the
violations within thirty (30) days, proceedings will be instituted for eviction
or other remedy in accordance with the provisions of the Declaration for
Condominium Ownership and/or the Act.
4. Owners shall be financially responsible for
repair or replacement of goods or property willfully damaged or destroyed by a
member of their household, guests or lessee.
10. Refuse Storage &
Removal
A. Refuse Storage
1.
Refuse must be stored indoors until at least 7:00
p.m. before the day of collection.
2.
Refuse must be placed in garbage containers or
30-gallon heavy-duty plastic bags. All
containers must be securely closed.
3.
Only approved City of Aurora recycling bins are
allowed.
4.
B.Refuse Removal
1.
Trash will be picked up on a designated day each
week. Trash may be put out after 7:00
p.m. before the day of collection.
2.
All trash containers should be stored away by the
evening of the pickup day.
3.
3. Only approved City of Aurora recycling bins
are allowed
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11. Pets
No animals, livestock
or poultry of any kind shall be raised, bred or kept except dogs, or cats or
other common household pets not to exceed a total of two (2) pets per living
unit.
All pets are required
to be inoculated against rabies in DuPage County. Pets shall not be allowed to run loose on the Common Areas and/or
Common Facilities nor cause a nuisance in the opinion of the Board. To protect other Owners, their guests,
property, the landscaping and common areas, pets are required to be on a leash
at ALL TIMES. Pet Owners are
responsible for picking up after their animals. Pets shall not be tied up outside a unit, left in garage, or be
confined on a deck for more than (5) minutes unless an Owner is present.
Any damage an Owner's
guests or renter's pet causes to the common areas will be repaired by the
Association. The Owner will be notified
of the violation and all costs thereof will be billed to the Owner. A fine of fifty dollars ($ 50.00) for
"waste removal" shall also be levied if the debris is not cleaned up
within five (5) days of written notice.
12. Use and Occupancy
Restrictions (Insurance)
No unit shall be used for other than