WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERS
Window air conditioners are not permitted.
FLAMMABLE STORAGE
No tank for storage of gas or flammable liquids may be maintained on any lot or unit, except as follows: A 20-pound tank of propane and/or a 5-gallon container of gasoline or kerosene may be kept on an owner’s property.
ANTENNAS
Pursuant to federal law and adoption of applicable rules by the Federal Communications Commission, satellite dish antennas less than 24 inches in diameter shall be deemed acceptable under the following condition:
Satellite dishes must be placed in the least obtrusive location possible, consistent with obtaining an acceptable quality signal.
LAWNS & LANDSCAPING
Unit owners and lessees are responsible to maintain their respective lot, including the lawn and landscaping, in a neat, orderly and attractive condition at all times.
Appropriate lawn maintenance is required by all residents. Grass must be cut regularly and must be maintained at a minimum height of two (2) inches and a maximum height of six (6) inches. The Board of Directors reserves the right to have the grass cut at the owner’s expense if the lawn is in violation.
Vegetable gardens are permitted in the rear of homes only and may not exceed 100 square feet in size, must be maintained and all debris discarded at the end of the growing season or no later than September 30.
The Association maintains the trees, bushes, lawn areas, etc., in the common areas, including pruning, landscaping, reseeding and chemical applications. No changes and improvements to common grounds can be made without prior express permission of the Association’s Board of Directors.
EASEMENTS
The easements behind and between buildings throughout the community are restricted for use by middle unit owners for access to their backyards. The easements also enable access for inspection, maintenance, and repair of utility and service lines/systems. The easements are not to be used as walkways or “cut-throughs” for convenience or recreation.
All the property between neighboring units is privately owned, and there are no common areas between adjoining properties anywhere in the development. Easements are on private property and the rights of the individual homeowners are to be respected at all times.
The riding of bicycles between or behind buildings is prohibited.
FENCES
Fences are not permitted; including those fences/materials used to enclose gardens.
SIDEWALKS
Each owner is responsible for the sidewalks on or alongside his/her property, including repairs and maintenance. Sidewalks must be kept free and clear of obstructions at all times, including parked vehicles, shrubbery (and other landscaping) and debris.
DRIVEWAYS
Standard rule: No exterior changes are to be implemented without prior written approval from the Board of Directors. All proposals for driveway repair, replacement, resurfacing or extension must be submitted with drawing dimensions. The maintenance of all driveways is the responsibility of the homeowner.
STORAGE SHEDS
Storage sheds are permitted providing they are no larger than 77” in height, 32” in depth and 60” in width. Sheds may only be placed in the rear of homes placed directly against the house. See Exhibit “A”
CLOTHESLINES
Clotheslines and similar clothes-hanging devices, such as lines, reels, poles, frames, etc., are not permitted outside the unit.
SIGNS
No signs are permitted to be displayed on any lot except for customary name and address identification, holiday decorations, and “For Sale” signs. “For Sale” signs shall not exceed nine (9) square feet.
WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERS
Window air conditioners are not permitted.
SATELLITE DISHES
Pursuant to federal law and adoption of applicable rules by the Federal Communications Commission, satellite dish antennas less than 24 inches in diameter shall be deemed acceptable under the following condition:
Satellite dishes must be placed in the least obtrusive location possible, consistent with obtaining an acceptable quality signal.
SOLAR PANELS
Solar panels are permitted with board approval and township approval.
FLAMMABLE STORAGE
No tank for storage of gas or flammable liquids may be maintained on any lot or unit, except as follows: A 20-pound tank of propane and/or a 5-gallon container of gasoline or kerosene may be kept on an owner’s property.
SNOW REMOVAL
Under current Northampton Township regulations, each resident is responsible for snow and ice removal on sidewalks within 24 hours after the storm ends. SNOW IS NOT TO BE PUT IN STREETS WHEN REMOVING FROM SIDEWALKS. Violation of either of these rules will result in fines from Northampton Township as well as the Association.