NORTHERN MANOR WEST TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATION RULES AND REGULATIONS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors of this Association is composed of five to nine members elected at the Annual Meeting of the co-owners. Any owner is eligible to become a member of the Board providing his voting rights are not under suspension.
VOTING RIGHTS
Each co-owner shall be entitled to one vote for each lot owned. If a homeowner is more that 15 days delinquent in any payment due the Association (maintenance fees,fines, charges, assessments, etc.,) his/her voting rights will be automatically suspended until the account is brought current.
CORPORATE MEETINGS
1) Meetings of the Board of Directors are usually held monthly, at 7:00 P.M. Meeting notices are posted at mail centers. The meetings are ordinarily held in the home of one of the Board members, or the pool Ramadan. The first agenda item is always to discuss any matter brought by an attending homeowner or resident. Homeowners may attend any Board meeting.
Special meeting of the Board may be called either by the President or by written request of a majority of the members of the Board. Such meetings normally require three (3) days notice unless emergency measures are needed.
2) An Annual Association meeting (meeting of c~owners) is held in March of each year. Special meetings may be called at any time by direction of the Board or upon presentation of a petition signed by a majority of the co-owners to the Board of Directors.
COMPLAINTS AND MAINTENANCE REQUESTS
All complaints and maintenance requests should by made to
CHOICE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
P.O. Box 42255
Phoenix, Arizona 85080
or phone 602-993-9701.
Please DO NOT contact individual Board members with requests or complaints.
MAINTENANCE FEES
Maintenance fees and special assessments should be mailed directly to Choice Property Management. All checks or money orders must be marked with your unit or lot number and should be made payable to Northern Manor West. Any payments received after the l0th of the month are considered delinquent and a late feel of $10.00 will be imposed. When fees or charges are more than 15 days late, voting privileges are suspended for the homeowner concerned.
COLLECTION PROCEDURES
1) Fees not paid by the l0th of the month are assessed a $15.00 late fee.
2) If fees are not paid by the 10th of the second month a late fee will be assessed.
3) If an account reflects a payment of 45 days past due, a lien will be placed against the property. Any lien charges and recording fees will be added to the account.
4) All delinquent accounts are subject to water termination.
OPERATION OF BUSINESS ON PREMISES
The Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions prohibits the use of any unit for business, whether or not it is also used as a residence. The Board of Directors has interpreted this provision to specifically prohibit any type of business activity on the premises involving the exchange of monetary consideration or items of value in return for goods and services of any kind whatsoever without prior Board approval. This provision includes, but is not restricted to "yard sales", "garage sales", "carport sales" (these to be semi-annual events usually in the spring and fall), etc.
DUMPSTER USE
Dumpsters serve as garbage collection stations and are located next to the roadways. Residents are responsible for placing their trash in the dumpster nearest their residence. Refuse should be placed in sealable plastic bags; boxes should be broken down flat, and dumpster lids should be kept closed. The City of Glendale is your refuse collection agent, and they will not pick up trash not placed inside the dumpster. In addition, they will not pick up dumpsters where rocks, stones, bark, building materials, oil or paint have been dumped. The city may levy fines against the Association for ignoring the above prohibitions. Nothing should be left outside the dumpsters. This means furniture, boxes, etc.
WATER USE
Northern Manor West is billed monthly by the City of Glendale for the water used. Billing is included in the monthly maintenance fee paid by each homeowner. You may use all the water necessary, but the Association asks that waste be kept at a minimum. Lawns, trees and shrubs found outside of the unit and patio areas should not be watered by residents.
PETS
Dogs, cats and other household pets are allowed, provided they are not kept, bred or maintained for commercial purposes.
The leash law in effect in Glendale and at Northern Manor West prohibits dogs from roaming free regardless of the time of day. ALL DOGS MUST BE HELD ONA LEASH whenever outside, but may never be tied outside and left. Dogs roaming free may be picked up by the County Rabies Control Unit. In addition, Association charges may be levied to recover costs. You are requested to walk your pets off the premises and to clean up any mess made. Those who do not fulfill such responsibilities are subject to charges, if such action continues. A letter will be sent and a fine will be levied.
PLAY
Because of potential danger to both people and Association property, the following are not allowed:
1) Slingshots, BB guns, pellet guns, or any other devices designed to hurl projectiles.
2) Archery
3) Throwing anything that could endanger other individuals or property.
No play is allowed in the streets, driveways or parking areas. After 10:00 P.M., no loud noises, shouting, music or the like shall be permitted.
PEST CONTROL
The Association provides pest control only for the pool area. Additional services are ordered when necessary. Owners are responsible for pest control within their own units and patios. Such service can be arranged through the same company that does general spraying for the Association. If you would like this service, please contact the management company or the Board for the name and number of the pest control company used.
EXTERIOR CHANGES
The purposes of these restrictions is to maintain the architectural integrity of the complex. If exterior change violations are noted by the Board of Directors, the homeowner will receive a written request for remedy. If the violation is not rectified within 30 days, the Board will have the work done with the costs billed to the homeowner in violation. Unpaid bills are dealt with just as are all delinquent payments.
1) GENERAL RESJRICHONS Article V of the CC&R''''s specifically prohibits any changes to the exterior with prior written approval of the Board of Directors. Included are changes in exterior colors, patio fences (no stains, oils or paints are to be applied) and plantings.
In addition, all clotheslines, equipment and storage areas must be concealed from view.
2) PATIO COVERS There shall be no patio covers installed without prior written approval of the Board of Directors. To obtain approval, the homeowner must attend a Board
meeting bringing drawings or approved (there are pre-approved designs that may be followed) plans.
3) ANTENNAS No radio or television antennas are permitted except those pre-approved, in writing, by the Board of Directors.
All antennas installed become fixtures and cannot be removed by the homeowner without notifying the Board of Directors. The homeowner will be held responsible for any damage to the roof surfaces and for any repairs necessary.
Existing antennas which do not conform to Association rules may be removed at the homeowner''''s expense if not brought up to standards within 30 days of receiving notice.
4) ALLOWED CHANGES The following changes may be made without prior Board approval. Such changes must reflect good taste and planning and remain subject to disapproval by the Board if the changes detract from the general appearance of
the complex.
(A) Potted plants or flowers may be placed by the front doorway as long as they are not attached and can easily be removed.
(B) Name plates may be attached to the back fence but not painted on the fence or other common property.
(C) Holiday decorations, flag holders, house numbers, etc., must be installed so that no damage is done to the structure and must remain consistent with the architectural integrity of the complex.
SECURITY HARDWARE AND WINDOW COVERINGS
Security doors and windows must be painted in approved complex colors or black.
Foil, blankets, sheets, etc., in windows are discouraged and in poor taste.
ADVERTISING SIGNS
"FOR SALE", "FOR LEASE" AND/OR "FOR RENT" signs are the only signs permitted in the complex. These signs may be no larger than five square feet and may only be placed in the
homeowner''''s window or on the patio fence or storage shed. No advertising signs, billboards,unsightly or nuisance items are allowed within the complex. Only two exterior real estate signs are permitted, one in the front window and one in the rear.
Choice Property Management will remove and impound any signs misplaced.
This provision is intended to preserve the attractiveness of the complex and to prevent damage to the sprinkler system and planted areas.
RENTERS
Tenants, like owners, are required to observe all policies, rules and guidelines. It is suggested that each homeowner who leases or rents a unit at Northern Manor West include a clause to this effect in the lease agreement. The Board of Directors is not responsible for informing tenants of the Association rules.
Landlords are required to inform Choice Property Management when tenants change so that an up-to-date list of residents can be kept. Landlords also must advise tenants of the limited number of parking spaces assigned to each unit.
PARKING LOT RULES
1) PARKING SPACES At the present time, all covered parking spaces are assigned to specific residential units. Be sure to caution guests that no parking is allowed in spaces assigned to another unit (unless prior arrangements have been made), in areas marked by red curbs, or along the driveways. A very limited number of guest spots are available, but may not be used for resident parking or long term vehicle storage.
2) NO DOUBLE PARKING behind other cars or storage sheds is permitted at any time and vehicles will be subject to towing.
3) NO SPEEDING (over 10 MPH) is allowed within complex and is subject to fine.
4) TOWING Any car parked in a restricted area is subject to towing. The following restricted areas are designated:
(A) Fire lanes (areas marked by red curbing)
(B) Covered parking spaces assigned to other units
(C) Driveways ("street" lanes throughout the complex normally used for through traffic). Such parking could obstruct emergency vehicles.
(D) The association, board of directors, and members, individually or collectively, are not responsible for damage to any vehicle being towed.
Homeowners or residents who find unauthorized vehicles parking in spaces assigned them should contact Choice Property. There is presently an agreement with a towing company. All charges are the responsibility of the person in violation.
5) MECHANICAL REPAIRS Only minor mechanical repairs are allowed in the assigned parking areas (none may be performed in guest parking). All such repairs must be completed within 24 hours. Repairs should be done at a time when they would cause minimal nuisance and asphalt areas must be kept clean and undamaged.
6) STORAGE is not permitted in any common area. All garbage cans, boxes, cleaning equipment, ladders, furniture, or other such items must be kept in the resident''''s own patio area or inside the storeroom. Items stored in the common area (which include parking areas) may be impounded or discarded. If items remain, they will be removed at homeowners'' expense.
7) ABANDONED VEHICLES Any vehicle obviously inoperable, in a state of disrepair, vehicle tags expired, or not moved regularly will be considered abandoned. Such vehicles will be subject to tow away at the owner''''s expense.
MOTORCYCLES, MOTORBIKES AND BICYCLES
Any bicycle, motorcycle or motorbike may be parked in an assigned parking area or in the homeowners'''' patio area, but none may be parked or stored on the sidewalks, grass, within the pool area, or on any other common ground with the complex. *see Parking Lot #2
Riding of motor driven vehicles is restricted to asphalt areas. Such vehicles may be walked from the street to the patio area.
Bicycles may be ridden in the street or on the sidewalks so long as the rider observes pedestrian rights of way at all times. Bikes may not be ridden on the grass.
Excessive vehicle noise will be considered a nuisance and dealt with accordingly.
ROOFS
The roofs at Northern Manor West belong to the Association and are not the responsibility of the
homeowner. It is the responsibility of each resident to:
1) Report any roof leaks promptly to the Management Company
2) Be cooperative during repairs
It should also be policy to allow no one except authorized repair persons on the roof at any time. Children should never be allowed to climb onto the roofs.
CHILDREN
Northern Manor West was designed for both adult and family living. As with most complexes in Glendale, a majority of the damage inflicted upon the grounds is done by children who are curious or a bit "devilish". Every parent is expected to teach their children to respect the grounds and to help keep the complex in good shape. Over the past years, one of the major avoidable expenses has been the cost of fixing items that minors have mischievously destroyed. The Association requests the assistance of each parent and each resident.
MISCHIEVOUS ACTS OF VANDALISM
Repairs necessitated by such acts must be paid for from Association funds, either directly or through increased Association fees. Any person observed damaging property at Northern Manor West will be billed for the expense of repair.
A reward is offered for information that leads to recovery of expenses attributed to vandalism.
Adult residents are responsible for damage done by their children, their guests, their children''s guests.
MISCELLANEOUS DAMAGES
Patios with large trees whose roots pose hazard and/or damage to either sewer or water lines shall be the responsibility of the homeowner.
Damage done to fences or gates caused by homeowner, homeowners'''' children, pets, guests or tenants shall be the responsibility of the homeowner.
Damage done to storage units caused by homeowner, homeowners'' children, pets, guests or tenants shall be the responsibility of the homeowner.
POOL KEYS
A fee of $10.00 is required to replace lost pool keys. They may be picked up from Choice Property Management.
MANAGEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ASSOCIATION ENFORCEMENT
OF CC & R''S, BYLAWS AND RULES AND REGULATIONS
FOR NORTHERN MANOR WEST
The first violation of any of the rules and regulations of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Northern Manor West, shall result in the Board of Directors, or its'' designated agent, taking the following action:
1. Send Notice of Violation to homeowner by regular mail.
2. After 10 working days, a 2nd notice by first class mail will be sent if owner fails to respond.
3. Monetary Step:
Hearing on these monetary steps are held at Board meetings. The assessment is put in place at the meeting. The owner of record will be notified of the hearing date, time and place.
4. The assessment is established by the Board of Directors, plus late fees and interest per month per violation. If unpaid, a lien will be placed on the homeowners'' property.
If the offense is an endangerment to the residents or the complex itself, the Board of Directors can take action immediately.
The owner of record is responsible for their renters, residents and guests and will be responsible for payment of fines and any legal action/expense that may occur.
A lien will be placed against any individual unit that is 45 days or more in arrears of the fine payment in effect until all fines are paid in full, including the cost of placing and removing the lien. Any legal or collection fees incurred in collecting delinquent payments must by paid by the owner of record.
It is the responsibility of each and every resident (owner/renter) of Northern Manor West to see to it that the regulations are enforced.
OWNERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO SEE THAT THEIR RENTERS HAVE A COPY OF THE ASSOCIATION RULES AND REGULATIONS.
A copy of the regulations can be obtained from:
Choice Property Management
16814 N. 33rd Drive
Phoenix, Arizona 85023
602-993-9701