RULES AND REGULATIONS
of
HAWKES BLUFF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
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The following Rules and Regulations were adopted at the July 2003 Quarterly Meeting for the maintenance of property values in the community.
Section 1. – Lawns, Trees and Landscape Maintenance
A.
Lawns:
_ Lawns must be edged and mowed. Edging must occur on all edges including the road, swale and sidewalks. Grass be must be trimmed around the house and all structures, mailboxes stepping-stones and along the edges of the lakes where applicable.
_ Grass must be cut per the Covenants on a regular basis and shall not be allowed to become wild or unsightly.
_ Bald spots in yards, dead grass or grass damaged by construction or under watering must be re-sodded as
so soon
as possible.
B. Trees & shrubs:
_ Trees must be trimmed at least once every two (2) years. Palm fronds, particularly Palmetto, Robellini and Date Palms are especially troublesome, since they have layers of dead fronds. These dead fronds must be
tr trimmed and removed.
_ Trees and overhanging limbs must be kept at least eight (8) feet off the ground over sidewalks so that
pe pedestrians and bicyclists can travel unobstructed.
_ Hedges are to be no higher than
6 feet unless previously approved as a sound barrier by the Association.
_ Hedges and bushes must NOT
hinder the view of drivers on curves or intersections.
_ Dead trees must be removed
immediately and dead leaves should be raked.
Landscaping materials (mulch, stones, etc.) and construction and improvement
materials (concrete, containers, etc.) may not be left out in the front of the
house for more than one week. Section 2. - Home
Improvement/Maintenance
_ Roofs, mailboxes, fences and
concrete driveways must be free of mold, mildew and stains including rust from
sprinkler systems, oil, fertilizer (iron) stains, stains from tree sap and
leaves and animal stains.
_ Asphalt driveways must be coated
and crack-free. Driveways that are made of pavers must be pressure cleaned and
sealed to maintain a good appearance. Concrete driveways must be pressure
cleaned regularly.
_ House paint must be stain and
mildew free. Paint must be “compatible” and harmonious with the neighborhood.
If there is any question regarding paint, please contact the Association.
_ Windows and screened patios must
be in good condition and maintained without tears and rips.
_ Removable Hurricane shutters are
for use during the approach of a hurricane and must be removed or retracted
after the risk passes.
_ Garbage cans and recycling bins
are to be put out to the curb the evening before or the morning of pick-up.
Garbage cans, bags and bins must be well hidden from the front of the home and
cans must be sealed by a lid or bags tightly secured in order to prevent
animals from getting to the cans and from unpleasant smells that could affect
your neighbors.
_ Swimming pools and fences must
be maintained properly and safely. Pools with evident algae or disrepair will
be cited.
_ All exterior home improvements
must be approved by the Association. Gardens, sprinkler systems and
landscaping borders do not require approval.
_ No visible clotheslines,
antennas, boats, commercial vehicles, recreational vehicles or any business
signage on vehicles are allowed. Town of Davie Code Enforcement will be
contacted and/or removal of the vehicle could occur if not removed after
notice by the Association.
_ If remodeling or moving, you
must notify the Association of any dumpster or “POD” type containers to be
placed on your property and the length of the stay. No dumpster or POD will be
permitted to remain on any home owner’s property more than 10 days without
express WRITTEN approval from the Association.
All home owners are responsible for the maintenance of the swale and
sidewalk abutting their property. Section 3. Animal Control
and Nuisances.
_ All dogs must be walked on a
leash and picked up after.
_ Ducks are not to be fed. Ducks
become a nuisance as they defecate on pool patios, driveways and cars. (For a
good duck soup recipe, see our website).
_ Leaving food outside for animals
other than household pets is not allowed. Opossums, raccoons, rodents (rats)
and others non-desirable wild animals are attracted to this food.
_ Dogs that bark incessantly are
not acceptable. Animal control will be called to quiet this nuisance.
. The trapping of animals by rat traps or other devices should be done
very carefully. These devices can trap squirrels, cats and ducks. Rat traps
can be used in garages and inside patios.
Section 4. Automobiles,
bicycles and other craft
_ Littering is prohibited. If you
see litter on our beautiful streets, please pick it up.
_ Parking should be in driveways and
on swales. Parking on front lawns, sidewalks and in front of mailboxes is
prohibited.
_ Boats are to be kept in garages or
behind fences on side yards, not visible from the street.
_ Bicycles, toys, toy ramps and
other items must be stored in garages or hidden from the front street.
. Overnight parking of Mobile Homes and Recreational Vehicles is
prohibited.
_ Multiple families are not
permitted to reside in any home in Hawkes Bluff as the subdivision is zoned for
single-family residences only.
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