CHARLESTON CONDOMINIUM

RULES AND REGULATIONS

 

THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS MUST BE POSTED BY OWNER IN ALL UNITS USED OR RENTED TO OTHERS.

 

1.      USE OF GAS OR CHARCOAL BARBECUE GRILLS IS NOT ALLOWED ANYWHERE IN CHARLESTON (NOT ON PATIOS, PARKING AREAS, LAWNS, ETC.) EXCEPT IN THE DESIGNATED AREA (UPPER LEVEL DECK AT THE POOL.)  ELECTRIC GRILLS ARE PERMISSABLE.

 

2.      Decks, stairs, landings, stairsteps and other common property may not be used for storage of bicycles, grills, firewood, flowerpots, patio furniture or other personal property.  Any personal use of these areas must have a written permit from the Design Review Committee or the Board of Directors.  (Fire codes prohibit storage of firewood within 15 feet of a building.)  Use of commercial fireplace logs instead of firewood is encouraged.

 

3.      Trash and/or garbage must be bagged and placed in proper receptacles.  There is a special trash container for ashes located at the upper level of the pool deck, near the grills. 

 

4.      Restrictions and rules for the common area pools are as follows:

 

·        No Lifeguard on Duty

·        Swim at Your Own Risk

·        No Children Under 13 Years of Age Unless Accompanied by an Adult

·        NO DIVING

·        No Glass, Pets, Running, or Horseplay in Pool Area

·        Pool Use Is For Charleston Owners and Their Guests

·        Report All Accidents to Security 365-8565

·        Pool Hours Are From 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

 

5.      All units are required to have window coverings on all windows, except those doors leading to the screened-in patio.  All window coverings must be backed with a material that is white to maintain a uniform appearance throughout the entire building.

 

6.      There shall be no signs of any nature, including "For Sale" or "For Rent" signs, displayed on the exterior of any unit, the interior of any window, door, slider or common areas.

 

7.      Open parking spaces may be used for the parking of automobiles by either the owner, guest of owner or renter.  Storage or parking of boats, personal watercraft, any type of trailers, campers, motor homes, recreational or commercial vehicles is prohibited on Charleston Condominum premises. Any of the above parked on Charleston Condominium premises are subject to removal at owners expense.

 

8.      Storage of gasoline, kerosene, oil or other flammable liquids within the units, on entrance decks or on docks is strictly prohibited.

 

9.      Control of pets (leashed) on the streets and common grounds is MANDATORY.  All pet litter must be picked up and properly disposed of by the owner.  Pets may not be confined nor secured (tied –up) within any common element or limited common element. 

 

10.   Any changes or additions to the exterior of a unit or any portion of the interior of a unit which is visible from the exterior must first have written approval from the Design Review Committee or Board of Directors.  Said areas include, but are not limited to, courtyards, stairs, landings, walkways and steps, screened-in-patios, exterior walls and windows.  Requests must be submitted in writing.

 

11.   All entry screen or storm/screen combination doors or windows must have written approval by the Design Review Committee or Board of Directors before installation.  Repair/Replacement of screens, doors and windows are responsibility of owners of unit.

 

12.   Any alteration of water filtration systems, or variations made to any existing plumbing must first have the written permission from the Design Review Board or Board of Directors, who may require inspection of the proposed and/or change by a licensed professional.

 

13.   Use of fireworks or firearms within the project is STRICTLY prohibited.

 

14.   Courtesy and good judgment must be used in controlling excessive noise and inappropriate language.  Use of amplified sound devices such as, but not limited to, boom boxes, PA systems, at high enough levels to disturb the peace and tranquillity of neighbors, is prohibited.  Please observe quiet time from to 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. 

 

15.   Management will do all trimming planting and care of trees, shrubs and grounds.

 

16.   Please keep in mind that the ownership of units consists of the airspace within the interior walls of the building.  All other parameters of the building are common property owned by the Charleston Property Owners Association.  Activities that will change or affect the exterior conformity of the buildings (i.e. flower pots, hangers, grills, decorative pieces, flags, etc.), must have written approval from the Design Review Committee or the Board of Directors.   No owner may plant live flowers, bushes, trees or shrubs on the Charleston property without written approval from the Design Review Committee or Board of Directors.  Any existing variation from this rule requires written approval from Design Review Committee or Board of Directors or are subject to confiscation.

 

17.   In the best interest of Charleston Condominium, its owners, and guests, please DO NOT LITTER. 

 

18.   The speed limit within the development is 10 miles per hour.

 

19.   Boats which do not comply with Missouri state noise control ordinance are prohibited from using docks.  Skippers with "captains choice" exhaust systems are asked to switch to quiet when in dock area.

 

20.   The Declaration of Condominium for Charleston gives the Board of Directors, or it’s designated agent the right to issue and collect fines for any violation of the above rules.  Owners are responsible for their guests this includes rental rules.

 

21.  Swimming from docks should be only at designated areas.  There is no swimming from or around dock 1, nor at the boat launch area.

 

22.   RENTAL UNITS

·        These Rules and Regulations must be posted by owner in all units used or rented to others.

·        The number of people renting a unit will be limited by the number of bedrooms in the unit: two people per bedroom, plus two people for the sofa bed (maximum 8 for a three bedroom).

·        The managing agent must have a copy of your lease agreement on file, name of rental agent if one is involved, and a copy of your insurance verifying that you are carrying appropriate insurance.

·        There will be a fine of up to $250 assessed if you fail to comply with these requirements.

 

23.  WINTER PRECAUTIONS

·        The heat must be left on and the thermostat set at 50 degrees or higher  in your unit.

·        The breaker in the main electrical control for the furnace must be left at the ON position and the furnace filters must be kept clean.

·        Kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors should be left open at the sinks to help maximize the flow of warm air to any exposed pipes and drains.  Bedroom doors should also be left open to maximize warm airflow throughout your unit.

 

24.  The Board of Directors reserves the right to amend these rules, from time to time.