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 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 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 trimmed and removed.

 

_    Trees and overhanging limbs must be kept at least eight (8) feet off the ground over sidewalks so that 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.