HOUSE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF
CENTRE POINTE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
The following are the Rules and Regulations for the Centre Pointe Condominium Association as adopted by the Board of Directors with an effective date of March 1, 2024.
We are living in close association with our fellow residents and common courtesy dictates that our actions not infringe on the rights of other residents. These Rules are designed to ensure that each of us achieves the maximum enjoyment of our homes. Each member of the community, whether owner, tenant or guest must abide by the standards of the community and comply strictly with the Declaration, Bylaws and these Rules to promote the harmony and cooperative purposes of the community. Each owner is fully responsible for the compliance of their family members, guests, tenants and other occupants of the owner’s Unit while they are within the Centre Pointe boundaries.
As used in these Rules, “Governing Documents” means the Declaration, the Articles, the Bylaws and the Rules of the Association adopted as provided in the Declaration and Bylaws, as these documents may be lawfully amended and/or adopted from time to time.
As used in these Rules, “occupant” means anyone who occupies a Unit as a permanent residence or who stays overnight in any Unit more than fourteen (14) days in any calendar month or more than thirty (30) days per calendar year.
As used in these Rules, “related party” means a person who has been certified in a written document filed by a Unit owner with the Association to be the parent, parent-in-law, sibling, sibling-in-law, parent’s sibling, or lineal descendant of the owner or the lineal descendant of any of the foregoing persons, the officer, director or employee of any owner which is a corporation, or the partner or employee of any owner which is a partnership.
As used in these Rules, “renting” or “leasing” a Unit means the granting of a right to use or occupy a Unit, for a specified term or indefinite term (with rent reserved on a periodic basis), in exchange for the payment of rent (that is, money, property or other goods or services of value); but does not mean and include joint ownership of a Unit by means of joint tenancy, tenancy-in-common or other forms of co-ownership.
As used in these Rules, “tenant” means and includes a tenant, lessee, renter or other non-owner occupant of a Unit that is not occupied by its owner. For the purpose of the Rules, the term tenant shall not include a related party.
NO WAIVER OF RIGHTS
The failure of the Unit Owners Association, the Board of Directors or of the Unit owner to enforce any right, provision, covenant or condition which may be granted by the Condominium Instruments or the Condominium Act, shall not constitute a waiver of the right of the Association, the Board or the Unit owner to enforce such right, provision, covenant or condition in the future.
ARTICLE 1 – COMPLAINT PROCEDURE AND ENFORCEMENT
1.1 The Board of Directors has the authority to enforce the rules. Please notify the management company or the Board of Directors if there is a problem at Centre Pointe. The Board may delegate to the management company the responsibility and authority to enforce the adopted Rules and Regulations of the association, including contacting violators to seek compliance and issue warnings.
1.2 Owners are responsible for the conduct of all members of their family or household and for the conduct of their tenants and guests. Each Unit owner is individually financially responsible for any damage done to condominium property. The Unit owner will be penalized for violations of the rules by all members of their family or household, their tenants and their guests. Penalties assessed against the Unit and the Unit owner shall be collectable as delinquent assessments.
1.3 All owners/residents agree to indemnify and hold the Association harmless from any claims and expenses, including attorneys’ fees, related to a resident’s violations of the Centre Pointe Condominium Owners Association governing documents, and including these rules.
ARTICLE 2 – EXTERIOR CONDITIONS
3 2.1 In order to preserve the uniform exterior appearance of the buildings, Owners are prohibited from modifying the structure or decoration of the buildings, decks or patios, stairways, yard areas or other common or limited areas and facilities, including screens, doors, awnings, rails or other portions of each Unit and building visible from the exterior thereof. No mini splits, heat pumps, heat exchange units are allowed.
2 2.2 No Unit owner shall display, hang, store or use any clothing, sheets, blankets, laundry, or other articles which in the sole determination of the Board are unsightly or inappropriate on his or her balcony/deck or patio or outside the Unit, or which may be visible through the windows from the outside (including drapes & blinds), other than as provided above, or install any screens, doors, canopies, awnings, rails, antennas, or other equipment, fixtures or items of any kind with the exception of retractable screens. Drapes, blinds, window coverings, etcetera which are visible from the exterior must be neutral in color for conformity and aesthetic appearance.
2 2.3 Driveways, walks, hallways, corridors, stairways and other portions of the common areas and facilities designed for access shall be used exclusively for normal ingress and egress and no obstruction shall be placed therein. Exterior doormats are not allowed in the hallways.
2 2.4 Littering is a violation. Do not throw cigarette butts, wrappers or other articles on grounds. Place these items in proper receptacles. Immediately clean up any spillage or breakage for which you are responsible.
1 2.5 Hallways/entryways should be kept clean. Traces of soiled carpet resulting from garbage dripping, mud from shoes, etcetera from specific units are subject to fines and/or replacement cost of damaged flooring.
1 2.6 Objects, including throw rugs, are not to be cleaned, hung or shaken out over balcony/deck or patio edges or in entrance ways.
2 2.7 Nothing may be placed on deck railings. Plants must be kept on deck floor so nothing falls on people or patios below or causes dry rot. Pots must be elevated on pot feet.
3 2.8 No accumulation of garbage, waste, paper, boxes or large unattractive items, including without limitation: couches, over-stuffed chairs, tires, refrigerators, coolers, freezers, bicycles, garbage cans, large plastic bags, etc., is allowed. Only exterior furniture is allowed. Decks and patios are to be maintained in a clean and neat condition at all times. No flammables liquids or dangerous chemicals, etc., are to be stored on patios or decks.
3 2.9 Barbecue Grills: No BBQ’s/grills of any kind are allowed on Centre Pointe property. BBQ’s/grills may not be used or housed on any deck, patio, or placed in the storage units. This includes but is not limited to: gas, propane, electric, hibachis, pellet, or charcoal/wood burning grills.
1 2.10 No exterior clotheslines shall be erected or maintained and there shall be no drying or laundering of clothes, blankets, beach towels, etc. on the balcony/deck or patio areas or on any other common or limited common areas.
1 2.11 No signs, pictures or posters of any kind shall be displayed to the public view on or from any Unit or from the common areas and facilities. This prohibition shall not apply to seasonal decorations which may be installed or hung from the patio or in windows providing such decorations do not violate the insurance or any law or ordinance. All seasonal decorations must be removed at season’s ending. The Board has the right to limit seasonal decorations. In addition, an owner may post a “for sale” or “for rent” sign on the bulletin board provided by the Association in the Condominium.
3 2.12 No owner or occupant shall install wiring for electrical or telephone installation, television antennae, machines or air conditioner units, etc. on the exterior of the buildings or that protrude through the walls, windows, or roof of the buildings.
1 2.13 No bicycles shall be left or allowed to stand on any of the property overnight, other than within the confines of the designated bicycle area located in the underground garage or any other area properly designated by the Board of Directors. Parking of both an automobile and a bicycle/motorcycle in an owner’s designated parking space at any one time will be allowed ONLY providing that permission is first had and obtained in writing from the Board of Directors so that the length of the vehicle(s) in the parking space may be reviewed for safety reasons in the garage PRIOR TO PERMISSION BEING GRANTED to park same. Vehicles with trailer hitches that protrude into the driving area or the walking area of the garage are prohibited for safety reasons.
Bicycles may be parked in the individual unit owner’s parking space only when placed in a Board Approved holding rack. The holding rack may NOT be permanently affixed to the floor of the garage or to any other portion of the building structure.
3 2.14 Unit owners of motorcycles/mopeds/scooters that require recharging (plugging into the common underground garage source of power) must register with the Management Company and prior approval must be obtained prior to plugging into the common power source of the association. No electric car plug-ins are available at this time. Electric cars/trucks may NOT plug into the electrical outlets in the garage.
1 2.15 Bird Feeders: Humming bird feeders are allowed. They may NOT be affixed to any part of the building. They must be freestanding. No other bird feeders of any kind are allowed on the unit decks, patios, and/or any other public common areas.
ARTICLE 3 – GARBAGE
3 3.1 Large dumpsters for household garbage and recycling are located in convenient places. All garbage must be deposited in the dumpsters. Nothing should be left outside of the containers. No Christmas tree disposal is allowed in the dumpsters or on the property.
1 3.2 Organic matter and diapers must be put in plastic bags and tied to minimize flies and odors. Residents are required to throw garbage sacks toward the rear of the dumpster so garbage doesn’t pile up near the front portion of the dumpster.
3 3.3 No extra-large items – e.g. TV’s, mattresses, carpeting, Christmas trees, etcetera are to be put in dumpsters or garbage receptacles or left lying beside the dumpsters. Owners are individually responsible for removal of oversize items from site. Violators will be immediately fined, AND will be charged the removal/lot pickup fees associated with disposal of items. No dumpster diving is allowed.
1 3.4 All cardboard boxes MUST be broken down before placing them in the cardboard recycling bin.
2 3.5 No rubbish or debris of any kind shall be dumped, placed, or permitted to accumulate on Centre Pointe property. Residents are prohibited bringing offsite garbage or debris for disposal in the Centre Pointe dumpsters.
ARTICLE 4 – INSURANCE
3 4.1 Owners/Residents are required to purchase condominium homeowner’s policy (Form HO-6) to protect personal property of owners/residents and any damage to building for which the owner/resident is responsible. Non-owner occupants/residents are advised to purchase a tenant’s policy (Form HO-4). Water damages caused by failure of unit owner’s hot water tank, refrigerator, toilet, dishwasher, bathtub, washer, sinks, etcetera are required to be covered under the individual unit owner’s Home Owner’s Insurance Policy.
ARTICLE 5 – NOISE AND OFFENSIVE ACTIVITIES
2 5.1 The space between upper and lower Units is not soundproof. Avoid creating any noise or disturbance which would unreasonably annoy other owners or occupants at any time. Stereos, TV’s, musical instruments, voices, etc. must be kept at a low enough level so that others around you will not be disturbed.
2 5.2 Quiet hours are between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. seven days a week. During this time dishwashers, vacuum cleaners, and washers & dryers must not be operated. Be considerate of your neighbors.
2 5.3 Parties must not be loud and boisterous.
2 5.4 There is to be no boisterous conduct in the parking lots or anywhere within the common areas of the Condominium at any time, including any and all meetings of the Association.
2 5.5 No noxious, illegal or offensive activity shall be carried on in any Unit or common or limited common areas, nor shall anything be done therein which may be or become an annoyance, embarrassment, discomfort or nuisance to other owners or occupants or render any portion of the Condominium unsanitary, unsightly, offensive, or detrimental to persons using or occupying any portion of the Condominium.
2 5.6 No owner or occupant shall make or permit any disturbing noise or odors by himself or herself, his or her family, employees, agents, visitors, or licensees, nor do or permit anything that will interfere with the rights, comforts, or convenience of any Unit owner or occupant.
2 5.7 Major construction and remodeling activities shall be carried on in the Condominium only between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on weekdays, excluding holidays, unless prior approval for performing such work on weekends shall have been granted by the Board.
2 5.8 No owner or occupant shall overload the electric wiring in the building, or operate any machines, appliances, accessories or equipment in any manner which causes an unreasonable disturbance to others, or connect any machines, appliances, accessories or equipment to the heating or air conditioning, or to plumbing or electrical system which might overburden the facilities or affect any other Unit or the Common Areas.
1 5.9 Soliciting of goods, services or religious activities shall NOT be permitted on the premises.
1 5.10 The Board of Directors or the Managing Agent shall not be responsible for personal property or deliveries left in Common Areas and Facilities or on any other place on the premises.
2 5.11 All common and limited common areas shall be smoke free. Smokers must remain away from buildings and only actively smoke at the designated smoking pot station located on the lower outside parking lot.
2 5.12 No cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or any other smoking devices shall be allowed in the common or limited common areas while lighted and or emitting smoke. All cigarettes, cigars, etcetera shall be extinguished before entering the building, leaving a Unit or exiting a vehicle in the parking garage. No cigars or cigarette butts shall be deposited in any trash container unless designated for such disposal.
3 5.13 Building security shall not be breached. No garage doors, front doors or any doors leading to the outside of the building shall be propped open. Neither shall locking devices be taped or manipulated in any way so as to allow access to the building without properly entering through the security system at the front door or garage door. Stairwell doors are not to be propped open as this creates a fire hazard.
3 5.14 For safety reasons, no one is allowed to use the driveways or underground garage for recreational purposes. Skateboards, roller skates, hover boards, trikes, 3-wheeled play scooters, and the like – are NOT allowed on the grounds. Bicycles are permitted on the road for ingress & egress use only.
ARTICLE 6 – PARKING/VEHICLES
3 6.1 The speed limit in Centre Pointe is 5 mph. Speeding and unsafe driving is prohibited.
2 6.2 Excessive vehicle noise from damaged mufflers, etc., is not allowed. Honking of horns within Centre Pointe is prohibited except to warn of imminent danger. When starting your vehicle and leaving, make your exit as quietly (no engine “revving” or long warm-ups) and as quickly as possible. Turn your stereo down and keep it down when within the Condominium. No vehicle shall be left running for more than 2-3 minutes to prevent exhaust build-up around buildings and to keep noise levels down. Vehicles shall not be left running unattended.
3 6.3 All motor vehicles in the reserved parking stalls must be registered with the Board or management company or they are subject to tow at owner’s expense.
2 6.4 All vehicles parked on the Condominium property must be in running condition, with current registration/tabs, and capable of movement at all times. No inoperable vehicles may be stored.
2 6.5 No motor rebuilds, body work or major vehicle repairs shall be done on the property. No work that will produce spillage of any kind on asphalt: e.g. oil, grease, anti-freeze or radiator water is allowed. Oil changes are not allowed to be done on the Condominium property.
3 6.6 No washing of vehicles is allowed on the complex property.
2 6.7 No vehicles will be allowed to drip oil or gasoline on the parking lot or covered parking spaces. Residents shall be responsible for the cleanliness of their respective spaces, including the removal of any grease buildup or the cost of any removal incurred by the Association.
1 6.8 No vehicles shall be parked in a manner that obstructs another vehicle or takes up more than their assigned parking space(s) or more than one visitor parking space.
2 6.9 No parking at any time in spaces assigned to others without their express written permission and a copy of same supplied to the Management Company. No parking is allowed at any time in the fire lane.
1 6.10 All parking is “ASSIGNED”. In accordance with the Declaration, each unit owner is assigned a minimum of one (1) parking space. Your landlord, real estate agent or management company will tell you which parking space is Assigned to your unit. Always park in your space and park so the vehicles next to you aren’t crowded out.
2 6.11 IF SOMEONE ELSE IS PARKED IN YOUR “ASSIGNED” SPACE: Do not attempt to “block” the other vehicle in any way. Contact the Management Company immediately for assistance at: 360-656-5091.
3 6.12 Recreational vehicles, boats, commercial sized moving vehicles-vans, and over-sized trailers shall not be parked on Centre Pointe property or in the underground garages. Recreational vehicles may be parked on a short-term basis on Centre Pointe property ONLY with prior permission obtained from Management and the Centre Pointe Board of Directors. Due to very limited parking space, enforcement of parking is strictly monitored.
3 6.13 Only one (1) vehicle per unit is allowed unless you have an extra assigned parking space in the garage owned by the unit. Extra vehicle(s) must be parked offsite. Residents may not park additional vehicles onsite. Outside parking is for guests only.
2 6.14 Parking of both an automobile and a bicycle/motorcycle in an owner’s designated parking space at any one time will be allowed ONLY providing that permission is first had and obtained in writing from the Board of Directors so that the length of the vehicle(s) in the parking space may be reviewed for safety reasons in the garage PRIOR TO PERMISSION BEING GRANTED to park same. Vehicles with trailer hitches that protrude into the driving area or the walking area of the garage are prohibited for safety reasons.
3 6.15 Visitor parking is unassigned parking spaces located around the clubhouse that are on a first come first serve basis. Visitor parking is limited to twelve (12) hour intervals unless special permission is first had & obtained by the Board of Directors/Management on a special circumstance. Vehicles granted a parking extension on time limit MUST be registered with the Management Company [make, model, color & license plate number to be provided]. If Visitor Parking is at capacity cars must park offsite. No Parking on curb/fire lane is allowed. VEHICLES IN VIOLATION WILL BE TOWED AT OWNERS EXPENSE.
3 6.16 No electric car/truck plug ins are available at this time in the complex. Electric cars/trucks must charge offsite and may NOT plug into the electrical outlets in the garage.
ARTICLE 7 – LEASING
3 7.1 Short term rental of Units including short term occupancy as a hotel or timeshare, is prohibited.
3 7.2 “Residents, Nonresident Owners or Agents who rent, loan or otherwise permit occupancy of Units shall deliver a copy of the current House Rules to the occupant of any Unit and obtain a signed receipt of the same. A copy of the receipt for the House Rules shall be filed with the Management Company within fifteen (15) days of occupancy. Each lease or rental agreement shall be in writing and a copy shall be filed with the Management Company and by its terms shall provide that the terms of the lease or rental agreement are subject in all respects to the provisions of the Declaration and the Bylaws of the Association, and all rules and regulations there under. The Unit Owner shall assume responsibility for the acts or omissions of his or her Agent or the occupant of his or her Unit.
3 7.3 Prior to signing a lease, Owners intending to lease their Units to any person other than a relative of the Owner shall use a tenant screening service for prospective tenants and shall furnish evidence to the Board that a satisfactory report from the tenant screening service has been obtained.
3 7.4 Owners shall not give access to the Condominium or their Unit to a prospective tenant or purchaser unless such prospective tenant or purchaser is accompanied by the Unit Owner, a licensed real estate broker, one of their agents or certified property manager.
3 7.5 Realtor Lock Box Placement: The designated area for Realtor Lock Boxes for Units listed for sale in the complex is located at the entry of the Clubhouse. This is the ONLY designated area for realtor lock boxes. Bolts are not to be screwed into the walls or affixed in any manner to hold Realtor Lock Boxes.
ARTICLE 8 – UNIT ACCESS/MOVE-IN FEE
3 8.1 Unit Owners shall give to the property manager keys for access to their Unit. The keys shall be used by the property manager for access only after giving reasonable notice; provided no notice is required in the event of an emergency.
3 8.2 If a Unit Owner changes the locks or adds additional locks, the Unit Owner shall provide new or additional keys or lock code to the property manager for the purposes described above. Any new or replaced locks must be of like kind to all existing locks in order to keep a uniform look of the complex.
3 8.3 Move in fee: Unit Owners will be required to pay upon move-in a fee of $200.00 to the Association. These funds are used for the repair, maintenance and costs of the common elements where damage has been caused by owners and tenants of owners vacating the Unit. Owners of units that are rented or leased will be required to make payment within forty-eight (48) hours of the tenant’s occupancy of the Unit. Owners that are occupying their unit will be required to make payment at the close of sale of the unit in the event of a sale or within forty eight (48) hours if they are occupying the unit for any other reason. The move-in charge will be collectable as a Special Assessment against the Unit and its Owner.
3 8.4 All occupants residing in the Units at the Centre Pointe complex must be registered with the Management Company. As used in this Article, the term registration shall mean the filing by owner with the Management Company of a written statement setting forth the name, and telephone numbers and correct street address of the Owner of the Unit, the Unit number and names and telephone numbers, of all occupants of the Unit other than the Owner, the license numbers and description of all vehicles brought or kept on the Condominium property by occupants of the Unit, and any other information regarding the occupants of the Unit which shall be reasonably required by the Board.
3 8.5 All owners shall advise the Management Company of any changes in the registration information required to be provided in this Article on a current basis.
ARTICLE 9 – PETS
2 9.1 Household pets such as cats and dogs, and small caged pets such as: hamsters, guinea pigs, fish or birds that will remain indoors at all times (unless on a supervised leash) are allowed PROVIDED that they are not kept, bred or maintained for any commercial purpose and provided further that any such pet causing or creating a nuisance or unreasonable disturbance or noise, such as barking for more than three (3) minutes, shall be subject to permanent removal from the property upon written notice from the Management Company. No livestock, domestic animals, poultry, insects, reptiles or exotic living creatures of any kind, shall be raised, bred or kept in any unit or in the Common or Limited Common areas, whether as pets or otherwise.
2 9.2 No household pet shall be housed or maintained anywhere in the condominium project except inside the confines of an individual Unit.
3 9.3 No more than two (2) household pets shall reside or visit in any one Unit at any time.
3 9.4 Pets shall be kept on a leash at all times when outside the confines of the unit. Owners are required to clean up any residue deposited by the pet immediately. No dog shall be curbed adjacent to the limited common areas or close to any patio.
2 9.5 Any owner/resident who keeps and maintains a household pet in the condominium complex thereby expressly assumes any and all liability for any and all action by the pet so maintained, whether or not the owner/resident had knowledge, notice or forewarning of the likelihood of such action.
3 9.6 The owner of any pet that threatens or attacks another person or pet, shall be subject to immediate removal from the Centre Pointe Condominium Association complex.
2 9.7 No pet shall be permitted to be tied or chained to a tree or stake in the common area. The owner of a pet causing damage to the common area is subject to an immediate fine. Pets are not allowed to be housed on their balcony/deck or patio when owners are away. All damages caused by pets to the deck shall be the owner’s responsibility to pay to the Association for the cost of repair.
2 9.8 In the event of a dispute about another owner’s right to maintain a household pet, the Board of Directors shall be the absolute and final decision of authority. Any pet causing or creating a nuisance or unreasonable disturbance or noise shall be subject to permanent removal from the property. Except for events described in paragraph 9.6, mandatory removal of any pet will be required after the homeowner has been given two (2) written warnings and the third violation of these rules occurs.
2 9.9 Pets of Guests shall be allowed on the Property for a period not to exceed 72 hours unless otherwise granted in writing by the Management Company as directed by the Board of Directors. [The two (2) pet per unit rule still applies as described in 9.3.] Pets of guests shall be governed by all the rules required to be observed by the owners/residents. The unit owner shall ultimately be held responsible for the actions of their guest’s pets just as if they owned the pet themselves.
2 9.10 Pets shall wear ID tags and licenses. The pet owner must be able to provide proof of current rabies shots to the Board of Directors upon request.
ARTICLE 10 – NOTICES Re: OWNERSHIP AND OCCUPANCY CHANGES
IMMEDIATE FINE FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH 10.1
3 10.1 Anytime there is a change in unit occupancy, owners/tenants must notify management 48-hours in advance of the move in/move out to obtain the elevator key and have maintenance install elevator pads to preserve the aesthetics of the building and the integrity of the elevator. Violation of this standing rule will result in an immediate Level 3 Fine of $250 assessed to the unit owner.
1 10.2 “Residents, Nonresident Owners or Agents who rent, loan or otherwise permit occupancy of Units shall deliver a copy of the current House Rules to the occupant of any Unit and obtain a signed receipt of same. A copy of the receipt for the House Rules shall be filed with the Management Company within fifteen (15) days of occupancy. Each lease or rental agreement shall be in writing and a copy shall be filed with the Management Company and by its terms shall provide that the terms of the lease or rental agreement are subject in all respects to the provisions of the Declaration and the Bylaws of the Association, and all rules and regulations thereunder. The Unit owner shall assume responsibility for the acts or omissions of his or her Agent or the occupant of his or her Unit.
2 10.3 All occupants residing in Units at the Centre Pointe complex must be registered with the Management Company. As used in this Article, the term registration shall mean the filing by owner with the Management Company of a written statement setting forth the name, and telephone numbers and correct street address of the owner of the Unit, the Unit number and names and telephone numbers, of all occupants of the Unit other than the owner, the license numbers and descriptions of all vehicles brought or kept on the Condominium property by occupants of the Unit, and any other information regarding the occupants of the Unit which shall be reasonably required by the Board.
2 10.4 All owners shall advise the Management Company of any changes in the registration information required to be provided in this Article on a current basis.
ARTICLE 11 – SAFETY AND SECURITY
3 11.1 All residents are required to register with the management company, providing names, telephone numbers and vehicle descriptions and license numbers. This is for emergencies only. A key to each unit in the complex is required to be kept in the Management Company’s safe for emergency access purposes only.
3 11.2 All residents are required to inform the Management Company when utilizing the elevator to move multiple/large items in or out of units. Elevator pads are required to be placed in the elevator by maintenance personnel prior to moving the items. The stop/run key is available for checkout from the Management Company.
3 11.3 Residents are required to report to the Management Company any items which may be a potential safety hazard.
3 11.4 Residents are encouraged to notify the Management Company of any period of
extended absence from the property. Residents are required to have unit checked weekly [every seven days] if the unit is unoccupied and vacant. The heat is to be left at 55 degrees to prevent freezing and it is recommended to leave cupboard doors open to expose pipes to air.
3 11.5 The use of fireworks of any kind including sparklers, smoke bombs, “snappers”, etc. is prohibited at all times on Condominium property.
3 11.6 Residents or Guests shall not use on the premises, or bring onto the premises, any hazardous fluids, such as gasoline, kerosene, naphtha, benzine, or other hazardous chemicals except those associated with common everyday household use.
3 11.7 Fireplaces are required to be cleaned out and maintained on a regular basis. This is an owner responsibility maintenance item.
3 11.8 Electrical and plumbing apparatus, such as toilets and garbage disposals, shall be used only for the purpose for which they were constructed. Any damage resulting to the buildings, roll up garage doors or units from the misuse by any nature of character whatever, shall be paid for by the Owner of the unit in the complex who caused the damage.
IMMEDIATE FINE FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH 11.9
11.9 All Centre Pointe Condominium units are sprinklered with both wet and dry sprinkler systems pursuant to City Code for safety and fire damage control. Annual required Fire Suppression System [FSS] testing is done each year which includes mandatory unit entry for inspection. Each year the FSS system is tested pursuant to fire code which requires unit entry and inspection of the sprinkler heads [both wet & dry systems] by the technician on the interior of the units and on the decks of each unit. Mandatory compliance of this inspection is required by each unit owner. [see Fire Code 901.5.1; 901.6; and, 901.8.] Failure to allow or to provide for unit entry on the posted inspection date will result in an immediate $500 fine being assessed to your unit together with ALL costs incurred in rescheduling, legal expenses, and the technician’s time to perform the required FSS testing of the system on an alternate date.
ARTICLE 12 – HOT WATER TANKS/ EXPANSION TANKS/ & TANKLESS ON DEMAND TANKS
IMMEDIATE FINE FOR NON-COMPLIANCE WITH 12.1
12.1 All hot water tanks and expansion tanks must be replaced at ten (10) years of the manufacturer’s tag date or documented date of installation of a new tank. Unit should be installed by a licensed and bonded company. If unit is not installed by a licensed and bonded company, unit owner will be liable for any subsequent damage. A schedule will be maintained by the Management Company for the Association of the manufacturer’s tag date for each unit in the Centre Pointe Condominium complex. ALL UNITS MUST HAVE THEIR TANKS REGISTERED WITH THE MANAGEMENT COMPANY. Units not in compliance with this requirement are subject to an IMMEDIATE fine of $500.00, with subsequent like fines every thirty (30) days, until the unit is brought into compliance.
If you have any questions following receipt and review of the Rules & Regulations, please contact the Management Company for clarification at: 360-656-5091, INTEGRA Condominium Association Management, Inc. or email INTEGRA at: integra@integra2183.com.
Fee/Fine Schedule
The Board has classified the Rules violations into three levels with corresponding monetary fines for each level. As noted in the left hand margin of this document, violations (infractions of the rules) are preceded with a numeric “1”, “2” or “3” to indicate the level of violation, to-wit:
Level 1 (minor)
1st offense – Warning Letter, 2nd offense = $50.00
Subsequent offense = $100.00
Level 2 (medium)
1st offense – Warning Letter, 2nd offense = $100.00
Subsequent offense = $200.00
Level – 3 (serious)
1st offense – Warning Letter, 2nd offense = $250.00
Subsequent offense = $500.00
IMMEDIATE FINES ARE LEVIED FOR INFRACTIONS OF SECTIONS: 10.1, 11.9 and 12.1.
WITH RESPECT TO CONTINUING VIOLATIONS, EACH DAY ON WHICH A VIOLATION CONTINUES SHALL BE CONSIDERED A SEPARATE VIOLATION AND MAY BE GROUNDS FOR EVICTION AND/OR THE FILING FOR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF OR DAMAGES.
Penalties assessed against a Unit owner shall be collectable as delinquent assessments.
Fines will be payable to Centre Pointe Condominium Association within ten (10) days of written notification, and a Late Fee of TWENTY-FIVE ($25.00) per month will be assessed against the Unit for late fine payments.