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Welcome! Thank you for joining our community of satisfied Residents. We are committed to providing our Residents pleasant surroundings within a well-governed, peaceful and attractive Manufactured Housing Community.
The Community Rules and Regulations have been created to provide our Residents with a written statement of our community standards and procedures. Please read the Rules and Regulations carefully. If you do not understand a particular rule, please ask your community manager to explain it to you.
MANAGEMENT APPROVAL: All prospective residents must complete a RENTAL APPLICATION; Management has the right to reject a prospective resident for any reason not prohibited by law. Background checks are required. If a prospective resident provides false or misleading statements in the Rental Application, Management will not approve the residency.
RESIDENCY: Maximum occupancy within a manufactured home in the community shall be as follows: Two (2) persons per bedroom. Any person residing within a home for more than fifteen (15) days will be considered a permanent occupant and must be registered with Management.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COMMUNITY RULES AND REGULATIONS: Prior to admission to this community, each Resident must sign and acknowledge that he has received and read a copy of the Community Rules and Regulations as set forth herein and any amendments thereto. All terms and conditions of the Lease Agreement are specifically incorporated herein and residents, whether they have accepted or declined to sign the written lease, must comply with such terms and conditions as well as with these Rules and Regulations. Residents agree that they, as well as all other occupants residing in their home and all their guests, will abide by the Community Rules and Regulations and all state, county, and city/township laws and ordinances. Failure to comply with the Rules and Regulations or other laws may result in the termination of tenancy as provided by law.
AMENDMENTS: From time to time, rules and regulations may be changed or additional rules may be added. Prior to the implementation of a new or amended rule or regulation, a thirty (30) day written notice of the proposed change will be forwarded to all Residents and a copy thereof posted in a conspicuous location within the community. New or amended rules or regulations will be effective thirty (30) days after delivery and posting. Any new or amended rules or regulations will be considered a part of the Rules and Regulations and will be enforced accordingly.
ENFORCEMENT OF RULES AND REGULATIONS: Every effort will be made by Management to ensure that the Rules and Regulations are enforced and that the quiet enjoyment and comfort of all Residents is not disturbed. Ignorance of a Rule or Regulation cannot be accepted as an excuse.
NOTICE OF RULE VIOLATION: Residents who violate a rule or regulation will be contacted by Management, either by a personal visit, a telephone call or the issuance of a written warning. If a warning is issued, it is expected that the violation will be corrected by the date stated on the warning. Failure or refusal to correct a violation or chronic or repeated violations of the Rules and Regulations may lead to eviction proceedings. Please note that compliance with the Rules and Regulations is absolutely essential to provide you and your neighbors a pleasant and peaceful surrounding.
PAYMENT OF RENT/FAILURE TO PAY RENT: Rents are to be paid monthly. Rental payments may be mailed, paid in person or placed in the rent drop box located at the front office. Rent is due on the first day of each month and must be paid on or before the third day of the month. A late/liquidated damage charge of $35.00 will be assessed to all Residents whose rent is not received by Management on or before the fourth day of the month and $5.00 charge for every day thereafter up to $100.00. Failure to pay rent and late charges in full by the 7th day of the month will result in a three (3) day notice to vacate the Premises. Payment of rent may be made by personal check, money order, cashiers check or certified check. For safety purposes cash will not be accepted. A charge of $35.00 will be assessed to any resident whose personal check is not honored for any reason. Any Resident who presents a total of two non-accepted checks as payment for rent must make rental payments by money order, cashiers check or certified check for a period of six months. At the expiration of the six-month period thereafter, if the resident has paid all rent and other charges on a timely basis during that period, Management will once again accept the payment of rent by personal check.
MANUFACTURED HOME INSTALLATION STANDARDS: All manufactured homes brought into the community are to be installed in accordance with the rules and standards set forth in the general rules developed by the Texas Manufactured Housing Standards Act (Tex. Rev. Cil. Stat. Ann. Art. 5221f, et. Seq.) and in accordance with the Manufacturers’ written installation instructions.
In addition to the above, the community installation requirements and standards are as follows:
Each manufactured home site shall be numbered and clearly
marked for positive identification. Each number shall be easily readable
from the street servicing the site.
Approved skirting is required and must completely enclose the space beneath
the home. Skirting is to be properly ventilated and access panels of sufficient
size in the utility hookup area are to be in place. Hardiplank or Vinyl
skirting only and it must be painted Hunter gray. Residents shall skirt
their home within (30) days of its placement on the site. The area under
the home is to be kept clean and no combustible material, debris or any
other storage is to be present.
All homes must have a minimum 8’x10’ front deck and a minimum 4’x4’ rear deck. No concrete steps are allowed. All Porches and decks must be constructed of treated wood and all exposed sides are to be skirted. Proper handrails must be installed on all exposed sides. Awnings and additions are to be of approved materials. All are to be maintained in good condition. Prior to installing a porch, deck, awning or addition, the Resident must first obtain written approval of Management.
Central air conditioner compressors must be placed on a cement slab on the main door side or the rear of the home site. All air conditioning units must be attractively maintained. No window units allowed.
Hitches must be removed from the home upon installation and stored beneath the home.
Telephone and TV cable lines are to be attached at the bottom of the home above the skirting or run underneath the home.
No exterior antennas of any type are permitted except small roof mounted television reception devices. The location, size, and style of these devices must be approved in writing by Management before installation. Resident is responsible for the maintenance of these reception devices and failure to maintain will result in removing the reception device. There are to be no masts, towers or guy wires attached to any approved reception device.
Resident shall be solely responsible for any damage to community property or that of other residents resulting from the installation of the manufactured home.
Fences may be installed upon the homesite. The fence must be constructed of 4 foot treated wood with dog eared top. There is a minimum 25-foot set-back from the street.
Residents must provide Management with a sketch, to scale, of the appearance or location of the proposed improvement or alteration (i.e. porch, deck, carport, shed, awning, cement pad or other home additions).
Resident is responsible for contacting utility companies to verify the location of any underground utilities and the sketch of the purposed alteration is to clearly and accurately indicate the location of such utility lines.
Resident is responsible for obtaining any required building permits. Residents who make improvements or alterations without first obtaining required building permits and/or the written approval of Management may be required, by Management, to remove the improvements or alterations, or Management may remove such improvements at Resident’s cost.
All improvements and alterations are to be performed by a licensed contractor unless the improvements or alterations are performed by the resident.
All improvements provided by Resident anchoring equipment and utility hookups shall remain the property of the resident.
Residents may, after supplying Management with the details
and obtaining written approval, plant trees and shrubs for their manufactured
home site. Management reserves the right to reject certain species of
trees or shrubs as unsuitable for planting on a home site. Trees, concrete,
masonry and ground cover must be submitted to Management for approval
prior to installation.
HOME AND HOME-SITE MAINTENACE:
Resident shall maintain the home and site in a clean attractive fashion at Resident’s own expense at all times. Failure to maintain the physical condition or appearance of the manufactured home or manufactured home-site or improvements is just cause for termination of tenancy.
All windows and doors are to be in good condition. Broken windows are to be repaired immediately. No plastic is to be used for replacement. Only mini blinds or curtains in good condition are to be on windows.
No towels, rugs, wearing apparel or other forms of laundry of any description may be hung outside the home. No clothesline or lines of any kind are permitted.
If resident request a storage shed, it must match or attractively accent the manufactured home and be made of hardboard siding or vinyl. The shed must be located at the rear of the property.
Lawns & Flower Beds must be maintained to park standards, it is the resident’s responsibility to keep lawn watered and mowed. If lawn is not kept mowed, management, at managements discretion, may have lawn mowed and Resident will be billed accordingly. Garden hose are to be rolled up/stored when not in use.
Holiday decorations may be put up, however must be taken
down no later than 1 week after the Holiday. (ie, garland, lights, etc.)
GARAGES OR CARPORTS (APPLICABLE WHERE PROVIDED WITH THE LEASED SITE): General upkeep and maintenance of the garage (which includes caulking and painting) is the Resident’s responsibility. The paint must match the two tone exterior of the home. Resident must provide proper care and upkeep to the overhead door (i.e., lubricating the springs, rollers and all working parts). Garage door openers are permitted if installed properly (i.e. by a professional installer), and with understanding that damage caused by the garage door opener is the responsibility of the Resident.
ON-SITE RESALE OF HOME: General upkeep and maintenance of the garage (which includes caulking and painting) is the Resident’s responsibility. The paint must match the two tone exterior of the home. Resident must provide proper care and upkeep to the overhead door (i.e., lubricating the springs, rollers and all working parts). Garage door openers are permitted if installed properly (i.e. by a professional installer), and with understanding that damage caused by the garage door opener is the responsibility of the Resident.
ON-SITE RESALE OF HOME: The right to occupy a home on the leased site is not unconditionally transferable with the sale or transfer of title to the manufactured home. To ensure that the purchaser(s) of your home, should you decide to sell it, will be permitted to keep and occupy the home on the leased site, the following criteria must be met:
The exterior physical appearance and condition of the manufactured home and leased site must be in good condition (windows, exterior siding, sheds, lawn, etc.). Therefore, prior to listing the home for sale, you are required to have Management inspect the exterior of your home and leased site to ensure that they are in compliance with the community standards. The fee for the inspection is Twenty and no/100 Dollars ($20.00) which must be paid prior to the inspection. The inspection is valid for one year. If your house is not sold within that period permitting, prior to Management’s final authorization of resale.
One 18”x12” For Sale sign may be placed inside the front window of the home, but only after the inspection fee has been paid, and full repairs and corrections have been completed. No For Rent signs are allowed at all.
If the home is to remain on the leased site, the buyer must meet with community Management, apply for and be approved for residency PRIOR to the closing on the sale of the home. If the purchaser of a home occupies the home without first having obtained Management approval for residency, the purchaser will be deemed to be a trespasser and may be evicted from the community. The Resident will remain responsible for all rent and other charges which may accrue, regardless of whether the Resident continues to occupy the home.
Any improvements, alternations or additions
to the manufactured home and/or home site which are to remain on the home
or home site following the onsite sale of the home, with the exception
of concrete pads, or other improvements owned by the Community must be
sold and ownership transferred to the purchaser upon the sale if the home.
It shall be the responsibility of the purchaser to have any anchoring
systems inspected by a licensed installer to ensure that they have been
properly installed, activated and maintained.
Resident, if a month-to-month Resident, must provide Management with sixty (60) days written notice of intent to remove the home from the leased site. If the tenancy is pursuant to a written lease and Resident intends to remove the home upon the expiration of the lease, Resident must, at least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration of the lease, provide Management with written notice of intent to remove the home. The removal of a home by Resident prior to the expiration of the lease term may result in the Resident’s continued liability for rent until the expiration of the lease term or until Management is able to lease the home site, whichever occurs first. All rents and all applicable charges due by resident to management must be paid in full prior to the removal of the home from the leased site. Failure to provide a timely written notice will result in Resident’s continuing liability for payment of rent for a sixty (60) day period commencing with the date Management actually receives written notice of Resident’s intention to vacate or if the home is removed without any prior written notice, then Resident shall remain liable for rent for a thirty (30) day period commencing with the date the home is actually removed from the community. Resident must use a mover that holds all applicable licenses required by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs or other applicable law, regulation, or local ordinance.
The leased site must be left in a clean and neat condition. Any improvements or installations placed on the leased site including, but not limited to, decks, sheds, porches, tie-downs, anchoring systems, awnings, carports, etc., must be removed from the leased site. These items do not become fixtures or property of the community. Only concrete slabs, piers, trees and shrubs may remain on the site following the removal of a home.
Any expenses incurred by Management in restoring the site to its original condition, such as the cost of removing items, including, but not limited to, trash, sheds, anchoring systems and tie-downs, will be charged to the Resident.
Resident shall be solely responsible for any damages to community property
or that of other residents resulting from removal of the manufactured
home from the community.
Management assumes no responsibility in the event that a dealer, bank or other secured party removes Resident’s manufactured home from the community.
Residents are required to post a $500 deposit by money
order or cashier’s check payable to the order of Management to secure
proper removal of a home and as security for any damage the removal may
cause. The $500 removal deposit shall be refundable the next business
day after the move-out site has been inspected.
STORAGE SHED: Residents are required to obtain written approval, as it pertains to materials and locations, from Management before installing or altering the current structure in accordance to local, county, or state building code. Shed size may not exceed 10 feet x 10 feet and 10 feet in height and the size must be approved by Management. Shed pads are to be four (4) inch thick concrete or a treated wood system. Shed color is to match or attractively accent the manufactured home. Sheds are to be kept in good repair at all times. It is recommended that sheds be anchored in case of high winds.
PATIO/LAWN FURNITURE: Residents shall maintain all outdoor furniture in a safe and attractive condition. Fold down furniture is to be stored when not in use.
FIREWOOD STORAGE: Firewood is to be stored at the rear of the home in a neat and attractive manner at lest 12” off the ground. Firewood storage is limited in size to a pile 2’ wide x 8’long x 4’ high.
TRASH REMOVAL: Trash Containers ONLY are not to be left outside the home unless they can be placed within a garage or otherwise completely out of site. Trash is removed from the community of designated days. Residents are responsible for placing their trash at the proper pick up location. Resident may be responsible for arranging for removal of large, bulky, heavy items at their own expense. Trash Containers are not to be left outside except on trash day & be placed out of site when not in use. In the event Management must remove Resident’s trash of any kind, Management reserves the right to charge the Resident additional fees for such removal. If trash containers are supplied by a trash service, then the containers must be kept completely out of site with the sole exception being the day the trash service is to collect the trash. Trash bags are not allowed.
Residents shall park only in the space(s) provided by Management. Parking of vehicles is not allowed on vacant sites, fire lanes, lawns/grass or patios. Residents shall not double park on any space. Residents shall not use visitor parking spaces for personal use.
All vehicles are to be equipped with an adequate and functioning muffler. The operation of vehicles not properly muffled or with malfunctioning mufflers within the community is not allowed.
Routine maintenance or minor repairs on vehicles may be carried out at the site, i.e., change spark plugs, replace fan belts, or repair a flat tire. Other repair or maintenance projects such as repairing or replacing an exhaust system, oil change, or rebuilding an engine are not permitted. Any vehicle dripping oil or gasoline must be repaired immediately. These spills must be cleaned up by Resident, or Management will do so and charge the Resident. Driveways are to be cleaned and protected from spills at all times.
No vehicle with a load capacity in excess of one ton shall be kept, stored or placed within the community, except while making regular deliveries.
All vehicles operating within the community must abide by the posted (15 M.P.H.) speed limit and traffic signs.
If fire hydrants are within the community, vehicular parking is prohibited within ten (10) feet of any hydrant.
As permitted by law, Management reserves the right to
remove vehicles parked in violation of these Rules and Regulations, and
further reserves the right to remove inoperable vehicles, vehicles without
current license plates or valid inspection sticker. All costs incident
thereto shall be paid by Resident.
MOTORCYCLES: Motorcycles are allowed to operate only for transportation in and out of the community. Joy riding within the community is not allowed. Motorcycles are to be parked in Resident’s assigned parking space, if applicable, or they may be stored in Resident’s shed. Parking elsewhere is prohibited.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES: The operation of trail bikes, minibikes, off road vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, and other vehicles of this nature is not allowed within the community. Such vehicles may only be stored at the Resident’s homesite if such vehicle can be stored within a storage shed. Transportation to and from the homesite is to be by trailer only. The storage of boats, campers, motor homes and other forms recreational vehicles upon the homesite or in the street is strictly prohibited. No persons may sleep or live in any type of recreational vehicle. No form of recreational vehicle may be attached to any utility connection. Recreational vehicles may be loaded and unloaded in your driveway, for a period not to exceed 24 hours, including trailers.
CONDUCT: It is requested that all Residents respect the rights of others to enjoy the quiet and peaceful use of the community. Excessively loud talking, abusive language, shouting, radio, television, stereos, and other disturbing noises are not permitted within the community. Interference with the quiet enjoyment of other Residents of the community is just cause for termination of tenancy.
CHILDREN: Children under 18 years of age must be off the streets and indoors by the time set forth by any Local, County or State curfew ordinance.
CHILDREN’S RECREATIONAL AND PLAYGROUND
EQUIPMENT:
Management allows Residents the opportunity to provide a small wading
pool (maximum size 6’x 12” deep) and a small sandbox (not
to exceed 4’x 4’) at the home site. However, placement of
these items is to be on a patio/cement area in order to protect the lawn.
Swing sets are not allowed. Management may provide playground equipment
for the children of the Residents within the community. Parents and legal
guardians are to stress safety and supervise their children. No portable
basketball systems or trampolines allowed without Management approval.
PERSONAL AND FIRE SAFETY: Management is concerned with you and your family’s well-being. Our rules and Regulations are the means of providing a happy and safe living environment. Adherence to the following guidelines are very important:
All Residents are advised to exercise proper care and safety to ensure against accidents occurring in and around the home, the home site and surrounding community. Residents understand that they are responsible for the actions of their children and guests, as provided by law, at all times. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Please take extra care when around any body of water (pond, creek, reservoir, etc.) within the community.
All homes are to be kept free from fire hazards. For your own safety, do not store combustible materials, gas-powered lawn mowers, etc., under your home.
It is the responsibility of the Resident to monitor radio and/or television for severe weather warnings. There are no government-approved shelters within the community.
“Children Playing”, “Stop”. “15 M.P.H.”, and other signs of this nature must be obeyed.
Actions which interfere with the health, safety, or welfare of the community, its employees, or Residents, is just cause for termination of tenancy.
Resident should furnish Management with the name,
address, and telephone number of a person to be notified in case of emergency.
LOSS AND LIABILITY: It is recommended that each manufactured home owner procure a manufactured home comprehensive from insurance policy insuring a home against loss or damage. It is also recommended that Resident include liability coverage for personal injuries, which may occur on the home site or within the manufactured home.
DISCLAIMER: Management disclaims responsibility for accident or injuries to Residents, their family members or guests, which may occur within this community. Furthermore, damaged or lost property resulting from fire, theft, wind, floods, or any other act of God which is beyond the control of Management is also specifically disclaimed.
PETS: Residents may have three (3) registered “domesticated” pets per household with Management’s approval. Failure to abide by the Rules and Regulations will result in loss of the privilege.
If required, a current rabies tag must be worn by the pet. Pets, which are approved, shall be considered on a ninety (90) days probation period, and removal is imminent if the pet owner ignores his or her responsibility.
Residents are solely and totally responsible for the behavior of their pet. Noisy, unruly, or dangerous pets will not be allowed to remain in the community.
Residents are required to cleanup their pet’s defecation everywhere and anywhere while walking their pet.
All pets must be kept inside the home and when outside, they must be kept on a hand-held leash confining movement to the homesite. Fenced-in enclosures and dog houses are not allowed. Residents must walk their pets on leashes. No “Beware of Dog” signs are allowed. Pets must not be left unattended.
Pets running at large may be picked up by the Animal Control Department, and you may be subject to a $500.00 fine.
Pets are not allowed in any areas where people congregate.
Management reserves the right to reject exotic pets such as snakes or wild animals, which, in Management’s sole discretion, may be dangerous to others within the community. These animals may not be kept in the confines of this manufactured home community.
Management disclaims any responsibility for the occurrence of harm, injury or death to a pet caused by agents or employees or by Residents or their guests.
Management reserves the right to reject “Bad”
dogs, such as Dobermans, Rottweilers, Pitbulls or Wolf breeds, exotic
pets such as snakes or wild animals or other animals which in Management’s
sole discretion, may be dangerous to others within the community. These
animals may not be kept within the confines of this manufactured home
community.
ADVERTISING, SOLICITING AND COMMERCIAL BUSINESS: Advertising, soliciting or delivering handbills is not permitted. Management reserves the right to communicate with Residents through distribution of written materials from time to time. No commercial enterprise or business that violates any local, county, or state zoning ordinances may be conducted in the community.
UTILITY CHARGES AND WATER USAGE: The Resident shall pay all charges made against the Premises for gas, heat, electricity, water and sewer as the same shall become due. If necessary to maintain proper water pressure during summer months, Management reserves the right to limit the watering of lawns between June 1 and September 30 of each year. Residents with home site numbers ending in an odd number (1-3-5-7-9) may water their lawns on odd number calendar days; home sites ending with even numbers (2-4-6-8-0) may water on the even numbered calendar days. Please do not leave the sprinklers on for an excessive period of time, as waste increases cost. (Summer water restrictions are not to be constructed as a ban upon the filing and use of children’s small wading pools or watering flowers.
*No Persons under age 16 Permitted in pool area without adult supervision.
Parents will remain with children at all times. No drop offs allowed.
*Pool Hours 9 am – 9 pm
*21+ Night from 7pm – 10 pm, (one designated night per week)
*No one permitted in the pool without Photo ID tag, with name, photo and
house number. If first tag is lost there will be a $5.00 replacement fee.
Tag must be clipped to swim suit or towel, able to be viewed at all times,
while in pool area. Guest Pool tag – 1 guest per family member,
maximum allowed 4 per family. Guest tags will have Guest in large print
with house number.
Age 16+ lime green tags
Age under 16- bright orange tags
Guest white tags
*Only Swim Suits will be allowed in the pool, babies will have little
swimmers, NO DIAPERS. No short, cut offs, etc.
*Only one (1) bathroom with be opened and will only have toilet paper
in it.
*No Alcohol allow in pool area
*No pets/animals
*No Glass containers
*No profanity
*No Diving, Running, Horse Play
*No food allowed in pool area
*Only Swimming aide devices/equipment allowed in pool.
**Reserving the pool for parties and etc. to include the
Club House with a Deposit of $125.00 and At least 1 weeks notice. Reservations
will be for 3 hours only. All reservations but be finished by 7.00 pm
regarding the pool. The reserving party will be responsible to pool clean
up, bathroom and club house. Deposit will be refunded after all is has
been inspected and in good condition.
*Pool access will only be allowed by Pool Monitors. Who will have a key
to open and lock up daily.
*Pool Monitors will open and close pool daily. Monitors will also Enforce
the rules, recommend revoking pool tags and privileges if necessary to
Management.
Ensure that all have a good time.
Under NO Circumstances will there be a life guard, and you agree to swim
at your own risk and abide by all rules and regulations set forth herein.
CLUBHOUSE AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES: The clubhouse and its facilities may be made available to Residents and their guests only. Reservations for private parties and gatherings should be made at least two weeks in advance and will be accepted providing there are no other reservations with deposits. A deposit of $125.00 is required prior to use and it will be returned once Management has determined that the facilities were left in an orderly, clean, and undamaged condition. Failure to do so may lead to the forfeiture of any deposit. The Resident is financially, legally and otherwise responsible for any and all other expenses related to repair of any damage. Use of the facility is not to disturb the peace and quiet of the community. Alcoholic beverages are permitted only if a uniformed police officer is present during the event. All use of the Club House will be completed by 10:00 p.m. The use of all recreational facilities within this Community are for Residents only. All guests must be accompanied by a Resident when using recreational facilities. It is the responsibility of the Resident to ensure that their guest (s) observes all applicable Rules and Regulations.
THE OBLIGATION OF GOOD FAITH is imposed on both parties to these Rules and Regulations in both the performance and enforcement of the conditions herein. Any correspondence regarding Management’s execution of these Rules and Regulations may be directed to:
Hunter Place MHC
2900 Katy Hockley Cut-Off Rd. B200
Katy, TX 77493
HUNTER PLACE
Rules & Regulation Acknowledgment
I, ______________________________ acknowledge that I have received and
read the Rules and Regulation for Hunter Place M.H.C.
_____________________________ ________________________
Tenant Signature Date
_____________________________ ________________________
Tenant Signature Lessor
Revised April 2006
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