PROPERTY STANDARDS
In our best attempt at creating a clean, safe, comfortable living area, and to foster good relationships between our neighbors, property owners, and management, we have developed the following property standards:
Pets: Refer to the Pet Criteria page for pet policy information.
Renter’s Insurance: Renter’s liability insurance is required. Resident shall obtain and maintain at all time during tenancy renter’s liability insurance with an amount of coverage of $100,000.00.
No Waterbeds: No waterbeds are permitted on the premises. Insurance policies do not cover related damages.
Locks and Keys: No additional locks may be installed on any door without prior written permission from the Manager. No re-keying of any lock is permitted. There shall be a $15.00 charge for each lost key. There shall be a $75.00 charge each time a resident is locked out and requires the Manager to unlock the door. Tenant must contact professional locksmith for after hours lockouts and will be at tenant’s sole expense.
Redecoration: You cannot modify the apartment’s ceilings, floors, walls, shelves, or closets. No redecoration or alteration of the premises shall be done by or on behalf of the Resident without the prior written consent of the Owner/Manager. This includes painting, so please request in writing in advance.
Sprinkler System: You need to be careful not to trigger the overhead sprinkler system on the premises. A simple depression of the sprinkler head will result in a total draining of water from the system. We will not be responsible for any damages incurred from such situations. You will be responsible for the payment of all damages incurred from activating the system.
Alarm System: No alarm systems changes are permitted unless we have approved it in writing.
Aerial/Satellite Dishes: No exterior radio or television aerial or satellite dishes shall be erected on the ground or attached to or placed on the building in any manner without the prior written consent of the Owner/Manager.
Signs: The Resident shall not distribute, post or exhibit signs or placards in the windows or any other part of the residence without the prior written consent of the Owner/Manager.
Exterior Articles: At no time shall any washing, rugs, clothing, apparel or any other article be hung out of the windows or on any balconies, decks or porches. We value beautiful living spaces for all. Door/welcome mats can be placed in front of doors, but rugs or carpet remnants are not permitted.
Interior Articles: All blinds visible from the exterior must show white or off-white so as to give a generally uniform appearance to the community. You cannot use foil or other unsightly materials to cover the windows and you cannot display neon or flashing signs in the windows.
Smoking: Smoking of tobacco or any other substance is not permitted on the premises or within 25 feet of a door, air intake or operable window.
Odors: No unusual odors shall be produced or permitted in or about the premises.
Consideration of Others: The Resident shall not commit or permit any act that will unreasonably interfere with the right, comforts or convenience of others. The Resident shall keep the volume of any radio, TV, stereo or musical instrument sufficiently reduced at all times so as not to disturb others.
Responsibility of Residents: Residents and Resident’s guests and occupants must comply with any written rules and property policy.
Visitors: The Resident shall be responsible for their visitors and guests and their actions.
Light Bulbs: The premise shall be supplied with light bulbs, fuses and florescent starters at the time of occupancy. The Resident is responsible for furnishing replacements hereafter and shall leave replacement upon vacating. Colored bulbs are not allowed in any exterior light fixture.
Furnace Filters: Furnace filters shall be replaced quarterly.
Kerosene Heaters: No kerosene heaters may be used on the premises, even in the garage, as this is very dangerous.
Appliances: Appliances and other heavy items shall be lifted into place in order to avoid tearing the flooring.
Countertops: Hot objects shall not be placed directly on kitchen counter tops.
Outdoor Grills: Gas powered grills are the only grills allowed for use on patios and balconies. All other grills and barbecues must be used at least 10 feet from the building. No grills may be allowed inside the dwelling.
Carpet Cleaning: Carpet cleaning shall only be done by a professional carpet cleaning service and with the written permission of the Owner/Manager.
Pest Control: Pest control shall be provided by the Owner/Manager as needed, and the Resident shall provide the Owner/Manager access for same. If the Owner/Manager determines that the Resident is contributing to the problem, the Resident shall be responsible for the cost of exterminating.
Unsanitary Conditions: The Resident shall not cause any unsanitary conditions in or about the premises. The Resident shall promptly dispose of all rubbish, garbage and other waste in proper receptacles. No trash, bottles, or papers shall be left in any common areas or yard.
Windows and Doors: The Resident is responsible for replacing all cracked or broken window or door panes and all damaged window or door screens.
Patios and Balconies: You must keep patios, balconies and common areas clean and uncluttered. You cannot change the structure or appearance of any patio or balcony area. You cannot use patios or balconies for storage purposes and you cannot fence in, wire in, or otherwise enclose patios or balconies.
Trees and Shrubs: The Resident shall not contribute to the disfigurement of trees or shrubs.
Yard Care: The Resident shall properly cultivate, care for and adequately water the lawn, shrubbery, trees, and grounds.
Ice and Snow Removal: The Resident shall keep all walkways clear of ice and snow.
Driveways and Sidewalks: The Resident shall keep all driveways and sidewalks free and clear of all belongings, and shall use the same for no other purpose than ingress to and egress from the premises.
Driving and Parking at Own Risk: The use of any parking area or driveway shall be at the user’s own risk.
Prohibited Areas for Driving & Parking: Driving or riding of bicycles, big wheels, motorcycles, automobiles, trucks or any other vehicles, except on paved areas, is prohibited. No vehicles shall be permitted on seeded or landscaped areas.
Parking of Vehicles: All vehicles shall be parked only on the street or in designated parking areas. The Resident shall keep these areas free and clean of any vehicle fluids, such as oils, etc. Trucks (except for pick-ups and passenger size vans) boats, trailers, campers or motorcycles shall not be parked or stored on the premises without the prior written consent of the Owner/Manager.
Repair of Vehicles: The Resident shall not repair vehicles on the premises (unless vehicle is kept in an enclosed garage) if such repairs shall take longer than a single day. Repair of vehicles on the premises shall be limited to the Resident’s own vehicles.
Disabled Vehicles: Disabled vehicles shall not be left on the premises for longer than 24 hours unless they are in an enclosed garage. Disabled vehicles which are not in an enclosed garage will, after having one written 24 hour warning placed on the vehicle, be towed from the premises a the vehicle owner’s expense.
Trash Disposal and Pickup: Trash disposal and pickup are the responsibility of The Resident. If the Owner/Manager agrees to pay for the garbage service, the Resident is still responsible to use the cans provided to collect trash and take it to the curb for weekly pickup.