Association Rules

RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR RIVER PALMS RIVERFRONT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC. SCHEDULE A TO BY-LAWS

Effective Date: April 15, 2025

The following Rules and Regulations supplement those contained in the Declaration of Condominium of RIVER PALMS RIVERFRONT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC.
They are applicable to all occupants of Units as well as to Unit Owners.

1. Use of Common Elements

• The entranceways, passages, vestibules, lobbies, halls, and similar portions of the Common Elements shall be used only for ingress and egress. No personal property may be stored in these areas.

• Each Unit Owner's personal property must be stored within the Unit or within storage lockers or spaces assigned as Limited Common Elements.

• The Common Elements shall not be obstructed, littered, defaced, or misused in any manner.

• No articles shall be placed in the hallways.

2. Balconies, Terraces & Exterior Areas

• Only suitable furniture, plants, and planters may be placed on balconies, terraces, or similar areas.

• Rugs, laundry, or other articles may not be shaken or hung from windows, doors, balconies, terraces, or exterior walls.

• 3. Refuse & Garbage

• Garbage and other refuse shall be placed only in designated areas.

• 4. Association Employees

• Association employees are not to be engaged by Unit Owners for personal errands. The Board of Directors alone directs and supervises Association employees.

• 5. Noise & Disturbances

• No disturbing noises may be made in the building. This includes excessive noise from musical instruments, televisions, radios, or similar devices.

• Radio or television equipment is not permitted if it interferes with another Unit’s reception.

• 6. Exterior Signs & Installations

• No signs, advertisements, or lettering may be displayed on the Common Elements or so as to be visible from outside a Unit, except those approved by the Developer.
  No awning, canopy, shutter, AC unit, or projection may be installed on exterior surfaces except as permitted under Paragraph 28.
  Religious Items: The Association may not refuse reasonable accommodation for a religious object affixed to a door frame, not exceeding 3" W × 6" H × 1.5" D.

• 7. Hazardous Materials

• No flammable, combustible, or explosive materials may be kept in any Unit or on the Common Elements.

• 8. Absence of Unit Owners

• Unit Owners who plan to be absent must prepare their Unit and provide the Association with the name of a responsible party authorized to care for the Unit.

• 9. Glass Containers

• No glass beverage containers are permitted on the Common Elements.

• 10. Antennas

• Exterior antennas are not permitted. The Developer may install community systems as needed.

• 11. Children

• Children must be supervised at all times. Playing is not permitted in lobbies, hallways, stairways, or elevators, and loud noises will not be tolerated.

• 12. Pets

• Maximum of two pets (dogs and/or household cats), each under 30 lbs.
  Pets must be leashed and may only pass through common areas while being taken off the property or to their Unit.
  No pet waste may be left on common or limited common areas. Owners must remove waste immediately or be subject to fines.

• 13. Parking & Storage in Garages

• Enclosed parking spaces must be kept neat. Only items in closed containers may be stored on Board-approved shelves.
  No flammable or explosive materials may be stored in garages.

• 14. Solicitation

• No solicitation of any kind is permitted on the property.

• 15. Compliance & Enforcement

• All Unit Owners and occupants must comply with these rules.
  Violations may result in legal action or fines up to $100 per violation, not to exceed $1,000 total.
  Procedures:
  (a) Notice: 14-day notice and an opportunity for hearing.
  (b) Hearing: Conducted before the Infractions Committee (unit owners not on Board or residing with Board members).
  (c) Committee: Three members; may confirm or reject fines.
  (d) Application of fines: Allocated as directed by the Board.
  (e) Remedies: Fines are non-exclusive remedies.

• 16. Developer Exemptions

• Rules do not apply to the Developer, its agents, employees, contractors, or the Primary Institutional First Mortgagee until Units are conveyed, except regarding leases, pets, and parking.

• 17. Quiet Hours

• 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Mon–Sat) for moving, deliveries, repairs, and construction.
  Exceptions require 72-hour prior request to management.

• 18. Peepholes

• Only preapproved peepholes may be installed.
  Applications must include compliance details.
  Unit Owners are responsible for maintenance and any related damage.

• 19. Drone Prohibition

• Drones are prohibited for personal use.
  Commercial drone use for maintenance, management, or marketing is permitted only with:

• Licensed & insured operators

• Compliance with all laws

• 72-hour prior approval and detailed request submitted

• 20. Parking Restrictions

• Commercial/work vehicles parked longer than 3 hours must use the south side of Building 1825.
  RVs, motorhomes, trailers, and boats may park there up to 24 hours per year.
  No washing, repairs, or maintenance permitted on the property.
  All vehicles must display Association hang tags.

• 21. Exterior Lighting

• All exterior lighting must be uniform.
  No yellow lighting permitted.
  Breezeway lights may only be replaced by the Association.

• 22. Exterior Decorations

• One front-door decoration or wreath and one free-standing decoration (within the entryway) is permitted.
  Holiday décor may be installed one month prior and must be removed within two weeks after the holiday.
  No drilling or damaging attachments.
  Controversial decorations must be removed upon request.
  All décor must be removed before hazardous weather.
  Unit Owners are responsible for any damages.

• 23. Doormats

• Only non-staining / non-marking doormats are permitted, maximum width 38 inches.
  Owners are responsible for any cleaning or repair due to staining or marking.

Pool Rules and Regulations  Effective date – April 15, 2025

ALL RESIDENTS AND GUESTS USING THE POOL SHALL DO SO AT THEIR OWN RISK.  THE ASSOCIATION SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE AND/OR RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURIES SUSTAINED DURING THE USE OF THE POOL OR FENCED-IN POOL DECK.

All residents and guests must follow the posted pool Rules and Regulations.

•    No one under the age of 16 may use the pool without their parents and /or a supervising adult over 21 being present.

•    Pool gates must be kept closed and locked at all times.

•    Residents are not permitted to share their key to access pool gates with anyone else.  Failure to abide by this rule represents both a security and safety issue and may result in temporary or permanent suspension from using the pool. 

•    The use of radios/speakers for music should not impede on any other residents at the pool.

•    If furniture is moved, residents are responsible for returning the furniture to its original staging. 

•    No glass or animals are allowed in the pool or on the pool deck.

•    The pool area is a non-smoking/vaping area. Tobacco, drugs, and alcohol are strictly prohibited.

•    Horseplay, profanity, disruptive conduct, and indiscreet behavior are strictly prohibited, and violators are subject to temporary or permanent suspension of pool use privileges.

•    If you witness or suspect malicious activity or damage to the pool, furniture, and/or accessories, report it immediately to the management company.   Watson Association Management  (386) 246-9270

Clubhouse Rules and Regulations Effective date   April 15th

Residents may use/visit the Clubhouse during open hours (7:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.), seven days a week, when the facility has not been reserved for private use; however, the gym within the Clubhouse is available for resident use at all times. Please see the separate Gym Rules and Regulations for more information on use of the Clubhouse gym. Although the Clubhouse is available for residents' use for social purposes, the Clubhouse is not to be used by any resident to conduct personal business.

•       Any guests must be accompanied by the owner at all times.

•       Private use of the Clubhouse is available on a reserved and first-come, first-served basis for functions that are approved in advance by the Board of Directors of the RIVER PALMS RIVERFRONT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, Inc. (the "Association"). Residents must be present at the approved function to supervise guests.

•       Reservations are to be made through the Association's management company. The Association's Board of Directors may approve or deny any request to use the Clubhouse in its sole and absolute discretion.

•      The Clubhouse is not available for commercial or for-profit group meetings unless approved in advance by the Association's Board of Directors .

•       Clubhouse capacity is 130.

•       Reservation: A deposit of $100.00 is made payable to RIVER PALMS RIVERFRONT CONDOMINIUM

ASSOCIATION, Inc. shall accompany the request for reservation of the Clubhouse. The deposit will be refunded if there is no loss or damage to the premises and if the Clubhouse is properly cleaned by the applicable renter after the approved function. It is the responsibility of the person making the reservation to be present at the approved function to supervise guests and activities of the function and to ensure that all River Palms Riverfront Condominium Association, Inc. rules and regulations are followed. The deposit will be forfeited if there are any violations of rules and regulations of the Clubhouse or to the extent necessary to address the fact that the Clubhouse was damaged or not properly cleaned after the approved function. Damage to the premises or any additional cleaning expenses in connection with an approved function at the Clubhouse will be the financial responsibility of the person making the reservation.

•       The current schedule of reservations of the Clubhouse can be found on the River Palms Riverfront Condominium Association's website at:

•       There is no hourly charge for residents to use the Clubhouse with an approved reservation and a $100 deposit.

•       When the Clubhouse has been properly reserved and approved for private use, no other residents may use/visit the Clubhouse (except for the gym as stated below).

•       All activities in the Clubhouse must terminate at 10:00 p.m. unless otherwise approved by the Board of Directors (except for the gym as stated below).

 •      The renter of the Clubhouse shall ensure that the Clubhouse is thoroughly cleaned at the conclusion of the approved function or event and that trash is removed from the Clubhouse at the conclusion of the function. No trash from an approved function or event at the Clubhouse or any decorations/décor shall be left on the premises overnight. The Association's management company will inspect the Clubhouse after use and determine if the Clubhouse has been properly cleaned and has not been damaged. If the Clubhouse has been properly cleaned, the Clubhouse has not been damaged, and the rules and regulations for use of the Clubhouse have been followed, then the Association will promptly coordinate the return of the deposit to the applicable renter.

 •       No children under the age of 12 shall be permitted in the Clubhouse at any time unless accompanied by a resident or appointed adult.

•       Pets are not allowed in the Clubhouse.

•       The Clubhouse is a non-smoking/vaping facility. Tobacco, drugs, and alcohol are strictly prohibited. Alcohol may only be consumed on the premises during an approved function.

•       No loud music or excessive noise is permitted.

•       Residents are responsible for any damage to the Clubhouse caused by themselves or their guests.

•       No keys are to be given out to non-residents. Any resident found doing so may lose Clubhouse use privileges.

°       Use of the Clubhouse kitchen is restricted to approved, reserved functions and approved Association events. Personal use of the kitchen is not permitted.

•       No furniture, decor, or supplies may be removed from the Clubhouse except for décor and supplies brought in by the resident hosting an approved function at the Clubhouse for use during that function.

•       No decorations may be hung from the ceiling, windows, or walls of the Clubhouse that will leave any permanent marks or damage.

•       All lights and air conditioning must be turned off (or set accordingly) after the approved function in the Clubhouse. If the air conditioning is used during the approved function, all doors are to be kept closed.

•       Residents shall ensure the security of the Clubhouse/gym. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring the doors are securely closed, locked, and not propped open for others to enter; that windows are closed and locked (if opened).

•       Horseplay, profanity, disruptive conduct, and indiscreet behavior are strictly prohibited, and violators are subject to temporary or permanent suspension of Clubhouse use privileges.

•       Only residents in good standing with the Association regarding the payment of assessments or fines and compliance with applicable Association rules and regulations are allowed to apply to the Association to use the Clubhouse for private use.

•       Reserving the Clubhouse does not preclude other residents from using the gym. Users of the gym must also be granted access to the restrooms. The door to the gym hall remain closed during approved, private event in order to facilitate use of the gym by other residents.

•       Any violations to the Clubhouse Rules and Regulations may result in loss of privileges to use/reserve the Clubhouse.

°       These Rules and Regulations may be amended from time to time by the Association‘s Board of Directors of the River Palms Riverfront Condominium Association, Inc.