Rules and Regulations

Unit owners or residents shall not make any alteration, decoration, repair or replacement, change of paint, glass panes, entry door, exterior storm/glass doors, or enclosures on balconies to any part of the units, common elements, or any condominium building without prior written approval from the Board of Directors. This includes storm doors, hurricane enclosures, and any flooring or addition to the condominium. The Board will consider written requests. Nothing shall be affixed, attached, hung, displayed, or placed on the exterior walls, doors, roof, balconies, or windows of the buildings (including awnings, storm shutters, screens, fixtures and equipment), and no shrubbery, flowers, trees, vines, grass, or other plants may be planted, hung, or placed outside the unit or on balconies, without prior written consent from the Board. Balconies must stay clear and be kept clean at all times. Any unit owner may display one portable, removable United States flag in a respectful manner.

Any unit owner desiring to lease or sell his/her unit must submit an application with all proper documentation and a check for $100 per applicant, payable to Park Lake at Parsons Condominium Association, Inc., at least ten (10) days prior to the effective date of the proposed lease or sale. Married couples, with or without minor child(ren), submit one complete application and $100. Unmarried couples, with or without minor child(ren), must submit two complete applications and $100 per adult. One adult, with or without child(ren), submits one complete application and $100. Application fees for applicants outside the USA vary by country and processing time, and additional documents may be required (passports, visas, etc.). Legal action will be taken to remove anyone not approved in advance by the Association, and the cost will be assessed to the owner.

Each condominium unit shall be used only as a residence, with no more than six persons continuously residing, excluding visitors and guests. A “visitor” or “guest” is any individual not named as a tenant on the lease between the unit owner and their tenant(s). Visitors and guests may not occupy or reside in the unit for more than seven (7) consecutive days without Association approval. Each continuous resident must be named as a tenant on the lease and sign it as a party.

Each unit owner shall maintain his or her unit in good condition, including all internal surfaces, maintain and repair the fixtures therein, and promptly pay for any utilities metered separately to the unit. Any interior repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.) are the responsibility of the owner. Unit owners’ complaints regarding the maintenance and operation of the condominium shall be made in writing to the Board of Directors.

No signs, advertising, or notices of any kind, including “For Rent” or “For Sale” signs, shall be displayed on any condominium unit, common element, or limited common element, or posted in a manner visible from the exterior of any unit (such as through a window), without prior written approval from the Board of Directors.

Soliciting is strictly forbidden. Unit owners should notify the Association if a solicitor appears, and appropriate action will be taken.

No owner or resident shall permit anything to be kept in the unit that will increase insurance rates on the common or limited common elements, obstruct or interfere with the rights of other owners or residents, or create a life-safety hazard; nor shall any nuisance, immoral, or illegal act be committed or permitted in a unit, the limited common elements, or the common elements.

Each unit owner and resident shall abide by the bylaws and these rules and regulations, as adopted in writing from time to time by the Board of Directors. ALL UNIT OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO FURNISH A COPY OF THE RULES AND INSTRUCT THEIR GUESTS AND TENANTS TO OBEY ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS OF PARK LAKE AT PARSONS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION. Unit owners who rent or lease their unit are responsible for the conduct of their residents. Any infraction of the rules shall be directed to the owner of the unit.

Unit owners or residents who violate these rules shall be responsible for all costs incurred by the Association in rectifying the non-compliance, including court costs, reasonable attorney’s fees, and the removal of all articles, vehicles, and substances placed on the condominium property in violation of these rules.

Residents must check in with management at least 24 hours before moving in or out. A $100 Moving Fee and a $100 criminal background fee, payable to Park Lake at Parsons Condominium Association, Inc., are required prior to initial move-in. Hours for moving in or out are from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. No moving is allowed on weekends or holidays without the Manager’s approval. Any damage to the common elements and/or the condominium caused by moving or carrying articles is the responsibility of the unit owner, and the Association may require a security deposit equal to one (1) month’s rent to cover such damage.

Owners must notify Park Lake at Parsons management two (2) days in advance of any contractor or service company work. The company must check in with management before service begins, and residents must provide the company name, contact information, insurance, and nature of service. Contractors may not begin work before 8 AM and must finish no later than 7 PM. No contractor work is allowed on Sundays except for an emergency.

Cigarette butts must be disposed of appropriately. No floor coverings, shades, blinds, or curtains shall be installed on the lanai deck or screen enclosure unless approved by the Association. Laundry, rugs, towels, bathing suits, mops, clothing, or similar articles shall not be hung or spread anywhere visible from outside the condominium, and no articles may be beaten, cleaned, or dusted from any window, door, or railing. Items shall not be placed on the grass for cleaning or painting. Lanais and terraces may not be used to store personal property.

No unit owner shall cook or barbecue on his or her lanai or terrace. The only outdoor cooking location is behind the clubhouse, and electric grills only may be used. Gas, propane, and charcoal grills and gas-operated equipment are prohibited on Park Lake at Parsons property by the Fire Marshal.

Safety is the first consideration. Every unit owner must know the pool rules, which are posted at the pool, and instruct their guests or renters accordingly. The pool gates must remain closed at all times; do not prop gates open or provide entry to anyone without an access card. If your card does not work, contact the office during office hours and do not jump the fence. There is no lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk. If an extreme emergency arises, please dial 911.

1. No running, jumping, horseplay, glass, food, or alcoholic beverages are allowed in the pool area.
2. All persons wearing diapers must wear protective covering to prevent spillage into the pool.
3. The pool closes at 10 PM on weekdays and 11 PM on weekends and holidays.
4. Radios around the pool are forbidden, except when earphones are used.
5. Everyone must shower before entering the pool. Suntan lotions and oils must be removed before entering the pool.
6. No rafts, fins, balls, toys, or garbage may be left behind. Keep the pool area clean and uncluttered.
7. If chairs or lounges are moved, they must be put back before leaving the pool area.
8. No smoking in the pool or on the pool deck.
9. Owners/renters must accompany their guests at the pool. Two (2) guests per unit are allowed in the pool area.

The Board reserves the right to issue fines if any of these rules and regulations are not followed by residents and/or owners and, if necessary, will take legal action. The Board has established a fining committee for all cases subject to fines.

THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED. In case of any inconsistency between the Declaration of Condominium for Park Lake at Parsons Condominium Association Inc and these rules and regulations, the more restrictive provision shall control, unless such terms of these rules and regulations are prohibited by the Declaration of Condominium, in which case the Declaration shall control.

In consideration of the execution or renewal of the lease of the dwelling unit identified in the Rental Agreement, Owner and Tenant agree as follows:

1. Tenant, any member of the tenant’s household, or a guest or other person under the tenant’s control shall not engage in criminal activity, including drug-related criminal activity, on, near, or within sight of the community premises. “Drug-related criminal activity” means the illegal manufacture, sale, distribution, transportation, storage, use, or possession with intent to manufacture, sell, distribute, store, transport or use a controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C 802).
2. Tenant, any member of the tenant’s household, or a guest or other person under the tenant’s control shall not engage in any act intended to facilitate criminal activity, including drug-related criminal activity, on, near, or within sight of the community premises.
3. Tenant or member of the household will not permit the dwelling unit to be used for, or facilitate criminal activity, including drug-related criminal activity, regardless of whether the individual engaging in such activity is a member of the household or a guest.
4. Tenant or member of the household will not engage in the manufacture, sale, storage, transportation, use, possession or distribution of illegal drugs and/or drug paraphernalia at any location, whether on, near, or within sight of the community premises.
5. Tenant, any member of the tenant’s household, or a guest or other person under tenant’s control shall not engage in acts of violence or threats of violence, including, but not limited to, the unlawful discharge of firearms, on, near, or within sight of the community premises.
6. VIOLATION OF THE ABOVE PROVISIONS SHALL BE A MATERIAL VIOLATION OF THE RENTAL AGREEMENT AND GOOD CAUSE FOR TERMINATION OF TENANCY. A single violation of any of the provisions of this addendum shall be deemed a serious violation and material noncompliance with the Rental agreement. It is understood and agreed that a single violation shall be good cause for termination of the Rental Agreement. Unless otherwise provided by law, PROOF OF VIOLATION SHALL NOT REQUIRE CRIMINAL CONVICTION, but shall be a preponderance of the evidence.

In case of conflict between the provision of this addendum and any other provision of the Rental Agreement, the provisions of this addendum shall govern.