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RULES & REGULATIONS   2008</b></div> <div> General</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The following Rules have been developed to provide easy reference for residents of The Oaks.  All are in accordance with and subsidiary to the Declaration of The Oaks Condominium and By-Laws of The Oaks Regime, Inc.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Enforcement of rules and regulations is very difficult.  We do not want our residents to feel unduly restricted.  Perhaps an appeal to all to consider their neighbors is in order to preserve the happy and peaceful surroundings we all desire.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">If you see any violations of these rules, please report them to the Management Company.</div> <bR> <div> I.     Building Maintenance</div> <bR> <div> A. General: (See Annex A)</div> <div> The Building Maintenance Committee (BMC) operates within the following policies established by the Board of Directors)</div> <div> 1. Unauthorized changes made to Common or Limited Common Elements must be removed at the owner's expense.</div> <div> 2. Costs of any approved exterior building modifications made at an individual owner's request shall be paid for by the owner.</div> <div> 3. Unit owners may appeal any committee decision to the Board of Directors.</div> <bR> <div> B. Procedure For Requesting Non-Routine Exterior Repair and Maintenance Work.</div> <div> 1. Complete the Building Maintenance Form (Blue).  It may be found in the Clubhouse library.  Completed forms should be placed in the red folder on the bulletin board in the library.  These completed forms are reviewed weekly</div> <div> and assigned appropriately for repair.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Emergency requirements should be reported directly to the Management Company and will be responded to promptly, including after hours and weekends. Emergencies are conditions of imminent threat to life or property.  Non-emergency repairs will be consolidated as much as possible to reduce costs.</div> <bR> <div> C. Architectural Changes</div> <div> 1. The following architectural changes, AT OWNER'S EXPENSE, are permitted with specific approval from the BMC.  (Note:  No approved changes shall serve to expand, extend or diminish other ownership rights or obligations stated in the Declaration of The Oaks Condominium or By-Laws of The Oaks Regime, nor is  approval by any additional change granted.) Owners are responsible for the after installation maintenance of the items in this list marked with <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> a. Exhaust fans <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> b. Additional roof gutters and gutter covers not provided by regime.  They must be compatible with the existing or previous gutters/covers<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> c. Screening of the "A" section of carports.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> d. Rear deck screening (under the roof line only ) for the purpose of creating a screened-in sitting area.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> e. Screened rear decks must have a  screened door or a combination storm/screen door with no mullions. They must be compatible in color with storm/screen doors in The Oaks.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >** </FONT></div> <bR> <div> f. Roof extensions over deck to permit screening of the deck.  Such extensions shall extend 2 feet beyond deck rail.  This change requires the services of  a Professional Engineer to verify that the support system can bear the expected load.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" > **</FONT></div> <bR> <div> g. Storm/screen doors: They must be compatible in color with the storm/screened doors in The Oaks<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> h. Addition or relocation of doors and/or windows.  New installations on decks must be compatible with existing deck door and must have a clear glass panel with no mullions.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> i. Sun tunnels that are code compliant & approved by BMC.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> j. Screening on side decks on lower stacked units.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> k. Ramps and other appropriate modifications to make the unit accessible to physically handicapped residents.  If the unit is subsequently sold, it is the owner's responsibility to remove the modifications unless retention is specifically requested by the subsequent buyer who assumes all subsequent maintenance responsibilities.  This  request must be approved by the BMC.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> l. Storage or workshop facilities located beneath the living quarters.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> m. Addition of mushroom lights for individual units.  If approved, maintenance and bulb replacement are the responsibility of the owner.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> n. Replacement of water heaters originally in a unit's crawl space with exterior water heaters.<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> o. Addition of removable 3/16"clear plastic or ¼" laminated safety glass panels to the inside of screened porches affixed without altering the external architectural appearance.  Details will be in the specifications approved by BMC on receipt of application. Approval does not allow connections to the heating or air conditioning systems of the unit.  (See Request to Change form found in the Library for details.)<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> p. OTARDS-Over The Air Reception Devices<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT>  These are "television disks" as defined by the Federal Communications Commission and the Declaration.  Placement of the OTARD is restricted to Limited Common Elements as defined in the Declaration in the following hierarchy of preference:</div> <div> (1) Side Deck fully behind privacy wall.</div> <div> (2) Rear Deck, shielded from view</div> <div> (3) Front Deck, fully behind privacy wall. </div> <div> (4) Roof facia where the facia is firmly attached to the  building or attached to a structural member, e.g. the ridge pole. Every effort is to be made insofar as possible to keep the dish from visual sightings from the street or from the neighbors.    </div> <div> (5) OTARDS may not be mounted on roofs, exterior walls ( some chimneys excepted) or poles mounted on the ground. Please note that there is no requirement in the FCC, Feb. 2001 Fact Sheet to allow OTARD placement on common elements.</div> <div> (6) The repair of any damage caused by the OTARD or its support system to the building or carport is the responsibility of the unit owner.</div> <div> (7) Application for installation must be made and approved by and inspected by the BMC.  Since installation of OTARDS requires physical attachment to the property of The Oaks Regime, the connections must be made in accordance with the latest revision of the Satellite Dish Installation Guidelines as periodically published by The Oaks Building Maintenance Committee. Copies of these Guidelines are available in the Library in folders on the bulletin board in The Oaks Clubhouse.</div> <bR> <div> q. Sump pumps<FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT></div> <bR> <div> r. Ceramic tile on entrances, screened porches/exposed decks <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >**</FONT>.  These must be approved by the BMC before installation.  An inspection by a PE to determine if the load can be carried by the support system may be required.</div> <bR> <div> s. Installation of exit or stairs from side or rear deck.</div> <bR> <div> t. Alteration of privacy wall or railings.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Procedures For Requesting Architectural Changes</div> <bR> <div> a. For any architectural change, a "Request  for Architectural Change" form must be filed with the BMC.  Forms are available in Library in the Clubhouse.</div> <bR> <div> b. All specifications must be provided and conform to the Request for Change requirements.</div> <bR> <div> c. The owner must furnish a detailed construction plan, a proof of adequate liability and workmen's compensation insurance coverage as required by North Carolina  from the contractor and a building permit if required by city code.</div> <bR> <div> d. If a requested change is approved by the BMC, the Management Company will notify the owner of the proper steps to take to commence the work.  No work is to start until the owner receives approval in writing from the Management Company.</div> <bR> <div> e. Owner must submit to inspection by the BMC upon completion.</div> <bR> <div> f. All warranties must be made out to The Oaks Regime, Inc. and placed on file with the Management Company.  The owner must retain a copy.</div> <bR> <div> D. Architectural Violations</div> <bR> <div> The following are architectural violations of The Oaks Declaration and/or By-Laws and are not permitted.</div> <div>         1. Window or deck awnings</div> <div>         2. External radio or TV antennas</div> <div>         3. Changing the color of the exterior surfaces.</div> <div> 4. Any changes to the exterior of the units or decks, except those listed under "Architectural Changes" </div> <bR> <div>  <I>Note:  Garage doors are to be kept closed at all times except when conditions require ventilation.  An opening of 12" is suggested. </I></div> <bR> <div> E. Freeze Damage Protection:</div> <bR> <div> 1. Each unit owner is required to keep heating equipment in good repair.  Owners/residents are responsible for helping prevent freeze damage to the unit.</div> <div> 2. To minimize the risk, the following recommendations are provided:</div> <div> a. From October 15 to April 15 units must maintain a temperature at a minimum of 55 degrees F.</div> <div> b. If  a unit is vacated for extended periods ( one month +) during the above mentioned period,  plumbing should be "winterized" by draining the pipes.</div> <bR> <div> F. Plumbing Systems Protection:  </div> <bR> <div> Whenever the unit is left unattended overnight or longer, the plumbing system should be secured against possible failure.  This would involve, as a minimum temporary closing the water supply valve located inside the unit.</div> <bR> <div> G. Power Generators: </div> <bR> <div> The installation and/or use of power generators by residents, regardless of type of fuel used or whether they are inside or outside units of temporary or permanent installation, is not permitted.</div> <bR> <div> H. Firewood:  </div> <bR> <div> All firewood should be stacked on concrete blocks, the pavement, or in metal wood racks, and not in contact with a wooden structure and/or ground.</div> <bR> <div> I. Snow Removal:</div> <bR> <div> 1.The Regime is responsible for snow removal from the streets within The Oaks when it is determined by the BMC or an appointee that conditions warrant removal.</div> <bR> <div> 2. The Regime is not required to remove snow from decks, steps or other Limited Common Elements used by owners/residents.</div> <bR> <div> J. Insurance Claims:  </div> <bR> <div> Owners should notify the Management company immediately of potential claims against the master Insurance policy.  The Management Company and the Finance/Insurance Committee will handle the processing.</div> <bR> <div> K. Extended Warranty Claims:  </div> <bR> <div> The BMC and the Management Company will handle such claims.</div> <bR> <div> L. Rental of Units:  </div> <bR> <div> An owner is required to inform the Board of Directors and the Management Company in writing of the intention to rent the unit. (Article 13.2 By Laws)</div> <div> 1. All rental leases must be for a term of not less than six (6) months except by written permission of the Board of directors in its sole discretion.  (The Oaks Declaration: Article 13.1)</div> <div> 2. Tenants are encouraged to participate in all Oaks activities and use the facilities on the same basis as owners/residents.  They are also required to conform to all rules & regulations as owners/residents.</div> <div> 3. Owners must notify the Chairman of BMC when the unit is first rented, giving name and telephone numbers of the owners, renters and any agent representing the owners.</div> <div> 4. The owner or the agent must inspect the interior and exterior of the rented unit every four (4) months and report to the BMC if there are conditions requiring attention/repairs by the Regime.  If the owner or his/her agent fails to make these inspections and reports, the owner must assume full responsibility for any resulting damage and the cost of repairs.</div> <div> 5. Representatives of the BMC will inspect each rental (interior & exterior) in the month of September each year.</div> <bR> <div> M. Unit Signs</div> <bR> <div> The owner of each unit is responsible for the purchase and maintenance of the unit sign whether or not the owner or a renter resides at the unit.  It must be compatible with the existing unit signs in the complex.</div> <bR> <div> II. Grounds Maintenance:</div> <bR> <div> A. Policies:</div> <bR> <div> The Grounds Maintenance Committee (GMC) operates within the following policies approved by the Board of Directors:</div> <bR> <div> 1.  Unauthorized changes made to Common or Limited Common Elements must be removed at the owner's expense.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Any suggestions for change or improvement should be reported to the area representative or the GMC Chairman.  All such requests will be considered by the GMC and decisions will be based on budget and appropriateness to the overall landscaping plans and maintenance.  Residents will be notified of the decision made of the GMC.</div> <bR> <div> 3. All requests and work orders must be submitted to the GMC.</div> <bR> <div> B. Decorations:</div> <bR> <div> 1. Modest floral decorations (live plants only) may be placed on any deck visible from the street providing they do not obstruct the view of the owner's unit sign.  There is no limitation on floral decoration, potted vegetable plants or modest ornament displays on decks not visible from the street.  Plantings placed on top of the privacy wall may be no more than 2 feet high and must be in a container to compliment the paint color.  Care should be given that the rails are not damaged from drainage.  No commercial plastic type containers may be used.  Trellis plantings which interfere with building staining are not allowed.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Hanging baskets of live plants are permitted on carports.  No other decorations, flags, or bird feeders are permitted on carports.</div> <bR> <div> 3. National and state flags up to 3'x 5' are permitted provided they are placed in a suitable bracket on the unit was or railing and are removable.</div> <bR> <div> 4. Seasonal decorations are permitted on deck areas only.  Holiday lights may be strung on trees near the units.  All holiday decorations must be removed within two weeks after the holiday.  No holiday lights or decorations are to be attached to the gutters.</div> <bR> <div> 5. A garden statue or birdbath which does not exceed 24" in height and is of muted natural colors is allowed in common areas.  Owners must provide routine cleaning of birdbaths.  Garden statuary must be located so as to avoid conflict with grounds maintenance.</div> <bR> <div> C. Plantings:</div> <bR> <div> 1. No vegetable planting is allowed except in pots on decks.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Bulbs and modest  annuals are permitted.  Owners are responsible for maintenance and any damage to underground utility lines.</div> <bR> <div> D. Feeders:</div> <bR> <div> Bird feeders are permitted, but they must be attached to the side or rear decks.  They must not be placed so that they interfere with grounds maintenance.</div> <bR> <div> E. Common Elements:</div> <bR> <div> No umbrellas, ornamental displays, outdoor furniture or grills are permitted in the common elements.</div> <bR> <div> F. Signs:</div> <bR> <div> 1. No signs may be placed on common or limited common property.</div> <bR> <div> 2. "Open House" signs and no more than three directional signs are permitted.  These are allowed only during the Open House hours.</div> <bR> <div> G. Housekeeping:</div> <bR> <div> No drying or airing of clothing, rugs, blankets, etc. is allowed on decks or railings.</div> <bR> <div> III. Clubhouse Operations</div> <bR> <div> General:</div> <bR> <div> Hours:  Clubhouse hours are: 6 am-10 pm.  Smoking is not allowed in the Clubhouse.</div> <bR> <div> A. Monitors:</div> <bR> <div> The Clubhouse will be checked each night by a monitor who is a resident of The Oaks.</div> <bR> <div> B. Library</div> <bR> <div> 1. A lending library of books and videos is maintained in the Clubhouse.  It operates on the honor system.  Instructions for borrowing books are posted in the library.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Contributions of current paperbacks and videos are welcomed.  Place them in  boxes provided so they may be cataloged.  No hard covers, please.</div> <bR> <div> C. Clubroom:</div> <bR> <div> 1. General Rules Regarding the Use of the Clubroom:</div> <bR> <div> a. Loud music or TV  is prohibited.</div> <bR> <div> b. The audio system may be operated only by those who have been instructed in its use or by a designated resident.</div> <bR> <div> c. Doors onto the balcony  of the Clubroom must be kept closed..</div> <bR> <div> d. Refer all requests for hiring special activity instructors to the Board of Directors.</div> <bR> <div> e. The Clubroom and its kitchen equipment and supplies are intended for functions, social events, and meetings exclusively for </div> <div> residents of The Oaks, subject to the approval of the Director of Clubhouse Operations.</div> <bR> <div> f. Any resident using the clubroom and its equipment for functions/events assumes all liability for any injuries sustained by a guest arising out of the event.</div> <bR> <div> g. It is the responsibility of anyone using the Clubhouse to clean up immediately following the event and empty all waste baskets into the outside receptacles.</div> <bR> <div> h. The Board of Directors does not grant permission for residents to use the Clubroom for gatherings of community, church, or political groups to which they belong.  Such organizations are defined as a "group of people organized for some specific purpose or for work." The clubhouse facilities are maintained for the private use of residents of The Oaks.</div> <bR> <div> i. Residents of The Oaks may request use of the Clubroom to host a private social to which relatives and/or friends who are not residents of The Oaks may be invited.</div> <bR> <div> j.The use of the upstairs Clubroom only may include:</div> <div> 1) Luncheons, teas, dinners, etc., for more than 16 people.</div> <div> 2) Receptions or parties for more than 20 people</div> <div> 3) Card or game parties for more than 12 people.</div> <div> 2. Procedure to Request Use of Clubroom for a Private Function:</div> <bR> <div> a. Residents wishing to use the Clubroom in conformance with the above conditions shall complete an Agreement/Request form that is available in the desk in the Library.</div> <bR> <div> b. The completed form is to be submitted to the Director of Clubhouse Operations for consideration.</div> <div> c. Following approval the person making the request will be notified and the event will be entered on the Clubroom calendar.</div> <bR> <div> <I>Note:  A $100 refundable security deposit is required at the time the Agreement/Request Form is submitted for approval (check payable to The Oaks Regime,)   A  member of the Social Committee will inspect the Clubroom facilities with the host prior to the event and immediately following, at which time the deposit will be returned if conditions are satisfactory.  Should cleaning or repairs be necessary, the cost will be deducted from the deposit and the residual deposit will be refunded when work is completed. Any expenses over and above $100 are the responsibility of the resident host.    </I></div> <bR> <div> D. Guest Use of Facilities:</div> <bR> <div> 1. All residents have been issued a Guest Card.</div> <div> 2. Guests may use th e Recreational Facilities, but they must either be accompanied by the host or have in their possession at all times a Guest Card from the host's unit.</div> <div> 3. All guests must comply with all rules of The Oaks.  Violation of these rules by guests could result in revocation of the resident's guest card.</div> <div> 4. Residents are responsible for the actions of their guests.</div> <bR> <div> E. Pool & Spa:</div> <bR> <div> 1. General Policies:</div> <div> a. The swimming pool area is maintained for the use by Oaks residents and their over-night guests.</div> <div> b. All exterior doors to the pool area must be kept closed when not in use.                                      </div> <div> c. Any owner/resident using the pool is responsible for securing all doors and turning off lights in the locker room and pool areas when leaving the building.</div> <div> 2. The following rules have been adopted after giving consideration to safety and health factors and allocation of time available to allow an orderly and fair use of the facility:</div> <div> a. Hours:  The hours and a schedule of pool activities are posted in each locker room and other locations in the Club.</div> <div> b. Safety:</div> <div> 1) No lifeguard or attendant is on duty; therefore, users swim at their own risk.  Swimming alone is unwise and strongly discouraged.</div> <div> 2) Children must be supervised by an adult at all times</div> <div> 3) The following prohibitions must be observed.  No diving, running, boisterous or rough play, wheeled toy vehicles, water toys, food or beverages, glassware, breakable items, loud music, animals, electrical equipment of any kind.</div> <div> c. Health:</div> <div> 1) A shower in the Clubhouse is required before entering the pool or spa.</div> <bR> <div> 2) Children not toilet trained are not allowed in the pool.</div> <bR> <div> 3) Unsupervised use of the spa by children under 18 is prohibited.</div> <bR> <div> 4) Persons wearing bandages are not permitted in the pool or spa.</div> <bR> <div> 5) Street clothes and shoes should be left in the locker room.</div> <bR> <div> F. Golf:</div> <bR> <div> 1. The "fairways" and "greens" are designed to compliment the overall beauty of The Oaks while providing a limited golf practice facility.  The grounds are to be used mainly for short shots (140 yds. or less) pitching and chipping.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Do not pitch or chip to a green that is so soft as to leave deep ball marks.</div> <bR> <div> 3. Use the teeing area adjacent to the Clubhouse for teed iron and wood shots</div> <bR> <div> 4. Select your hitting areas so as to make space available for others.     Do not hit over or across other players.  With long clubs do not hit toward the Clubhouse or walkers on the perimeter path.</div> <bR> <div> 5. Replace divots at all times, please!  When practicing select hitting areas that have not been used recently.  When using longer clubs select hitting areas around the perimeter of the grounds.</div> <bR> <div> 6. Residents may invite guests to join them in using the golf facility.</div> <bR> <div> 7. Should the area become crowded, and if others are waiting to practice, players should limit their use of a given area to thirty minutes or be willing to share.</div> <bR> <div> G. Tennis Courts:</div> <bR> <div> 1. The tennis courts are for the use of residents and their guests and for tennis only.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Proper tennis attire and flat rubber-soled tennis shoes must be worn. Shirts are required.</div> <bR> <div> 3. Court usage is on a "first come, first served" basis under the honor system.</div> <bR> <div> 4. If players are waiting to use the courts, singles play is limited to one (1) hour and doubles play to 1½ hours.</div> <bR> <div> 5. Radios, tape players, glassware and breakable containers are prohibited.  No food, alcohol or smoking is permitted on the courts.</div> <bR> <div> 6. Do not loosen the tension of the nets.</div> <bR> <div> 7. Players are responsible for locking the gates when they leave.</div> <bR> <div> H. Shuffleboard Court</div> <bR> <div> 1. The shuffleboard courts are for the use of residents and their guests.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Shuffleboard equipment is normally kept in the storage closet off the Clubhouse Library.</div> <bR> <div> 3. Court playing surfaces must not be abused.</div> <bR> <div> 4. Sweep the courts before playing.</div> <bR> <div> 5. Do not play on a wet surface or use the court broom on a wet surface.</div> <bR> <div> 6. Do not walk on the court playing surface.</div> <bR> <div> 7. There shall be no "hard" shooting.  This destroys the equipment and is dangerous to participants and observers.</div> <bR> <div> 8. Court usage is on a "first come, first served" basis under the honor system.  When other players are waiting court time shall be limited to two (2) 75 point games or one (1) hour, whichever comes first.</div> <bR> <div> 9. Players are responsible for returning equipment to the Clubhouse storage area after each use.</div> <bR> <div> IV. Association Community Concerns:</div> <bR> <div> A. Animals:</div> <bR> <div> 1. One dog or cat per unit is permitted. Dogs, cats, etc. are to be walked on a leash in areas away from units. </div> <bR> <div> 2. Unleashed dogs, cats and other pets are not allowed on the golf "green", common and limited common elements.</div> <bR> <div> 3. Pet owners must remove deposits of animal waste from the common area and dispose of it on their own premises.</div> <bR> <div> 4. Barking must be controlled.</div> <bR> <div> 5. The Association does not authorize feeding ducks as they are deemed to be wild creatures-not the responsibility of The Oaks Regime.  Any individuals who do feed them, do so at their own risk if any liability is incurred.</div> <bR> <div> B. Safety & Security:</div> <bR> <div> 1. Emergency Access:</div> <bR> <div> a. In case of emergencies originating in or threatening any unit, regardless of whether the owner is present at the time, the Board of Directors or any other person authorized by it or agent shall have the right to enter such unit for the purpose of remedying or abating the emergency, and such right of entry shall be immediate.</div> <bR> <div> b. It is strongly recommended that front door and crawl space keys be left with two (2) nearby residents capable of observing your unit during your absence.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Fire Prevention:</div> <bR> <div> In compliance with the revised North Carolina State Fire Codes (2006):</div> <bR> <div> a. The use of ANY open flame (charcoal, propane and natural gas) grill is under state review with Mr. Richard Strickland Chief Fire Code Consultant Office of State Fire Marshal   Raleigh, NC 27699-1202.</div> <bR> <div> b. Portable electric grills are permitted provided they  do not use any loose material such as lava rock for heating.</div> <bR> <div> c. Portable charcoal/gas grills are not permitted.</div> <bR> <div> 3. Traffic Safety:</div> <bR> <div> a. Speed limit within The Oaks is 20 MPH.</div> <bR> <div> b. It is not only the law, but also the obligation of every one using the roads and common elements of The Oaks to obey all traffic signs.</div> <bR> <div> C. Parking:</div> <bR> <div> 1. Only two vehicles per unit are to be parked on the limited common elements of The Oaks.</div> <bR> <div> 2. No more than one motor vehicle shall be parked in the carport.  Red Oak Drive and White Oak Drive are the main arteries of The Oaks.  Parking on these streets is not permitted.  All other streets in The Oaks must remain open to thru traffic and emergency vehicles.    </div> <bR> <div> 3.  Avoid parking on any street.  Auxiliary parking spaces and the Clubhouse parking lot should be used for short term use only.</div> <bR> <div> D. Vehicles:</div> <bR> <div> 1. Owners/residents and their guests shall bring and park only conventional passenger vehicles on the common elements or limited common elements of The Oaks. "Conventional passenger vehicles" are those which may be registered as passenger vehicles in North Carolina.</div> <bR> <div> 2. No motorcycles, motor driven tricycles, or any small motor-driven recreational vehicles shall be operated  by an owner or the family, guests, domestic help, employees, tenants, or invitees of the resident within The Oaks.</div> <bR> <div> 3. RVs, ATVs, motor homes, commercial vehicles, boats, boat trailers, or similar items may not be permanently parked or stored on any common property.  Such vehicles and commercial moving vans may be parked temporarily in the NE corner of the Clubhouse parking area for a period of three days maximum.</div> <bR> <div> 4. Owners must request special permission for visitors to park oversized vehicles in the Clubhouse designated area.  The     Management Company must be notified of the arrival and departure dates and the name of the owner/resident-three days maximum.</div> <bR> <div> 5. No moving van longer than 30 feet will be allowed past the Clubhouse parking lot.  Loads must be transferred to a smaller van in order to proceed beyond this point.</div> <bR> <div> E. Owners are required to notify the Board of Directors and the Management Company in writing of the intention to sell the unit.  (Article 13.2 By Laws )</div> <bR> <div> Estate Sales:</div> <bR> <div> 1. There shall be no auction sales by residents of The Oaks.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Unit owners whose property has been sold and who are expecting to leave The Oaks within 45 days may hold sales as follows:            </div> <div> a. Owner must notify Board Secretary or Management Company of the intent to hold an estate sale, including dates and times.</div> <div> b. All parties involved must be notified by the owner of the requirements for holding estate sales.</div> <div> c. Attendance must be by appointment only.</div> <div> d. No more than two vehicles will be permitted at one time and must park only in guest parking spots.  If more vehicles are involved, owner must transport guests from the Clubhouse parking area to unit.</div> <bR> <div> F. Solicitations</div> <bR> <div> 1. The Oaks does not allow any solicitations from outside sources.</div> <bR> <div> 2. Solicitations by unit owners must be approved by the Board of Directors.</div> <bR> <div> 3. The exchange of personal property among residents by notice on the bulletin board in the Clubhouse is permitted.</div> <bR> <div> 4. Advertisements may be placed on the clubhouse bulletin boards by residents only.  They must be signed and dated and will be removed after 30 days.</div> <div>                             </div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> ANNEX A</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>THE OAKS & OWNERS RESPONSIBILITIES</U></b></div> <bR> <div> Generally the owner is responsible for repairs inside and under the unit; The Oaks, for external repairs, however, there are exceptions as noted below</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>OWNER RESPONSIBILITIES:</U></b></div> <bR> <div> -Chimney Care (interior cleaning & animals)</div> <div> -Crawl Space (Dampness/moisture should be expected)</div> <div> -Enclosed/screened decks</div> <div> -Doors & Windows-Weather stripping, storm doors, screens & frames. ( The Oaks paints door exteriors at the time of scheduled exterior staining/painting.)</div> <div> -Garage Doors-(The Oaks paints door exteriors at the time of scheduled exterior staining/painting.)</div> <div> -Dryer Vents</div> <div> -Electrical parts of post lights; fixture & bulbs.</div> <div> -Gas Logs</div> <div> -Heating & Air Conditioning Systems</div> <div> -Hose Bibs ( Hoses must be disconnected when freezing is possible.</div> <div> -Pests-Non-wood destroying.</div> <div> -Porch lights</div> <div> -Satellite Dishes (Requires specific permission to install.</div> <div> -Snow removal on driveways & entrances.</div> <div> -Trash Collection (Tuesday) By City-Owner billed.</div> <div> -Walls interior maintenance</div> <div> -Winterizing unit</div> <div> -Wiring-Electrical & Telephone</div> <bR> <div>                 </div> <div> <B><U>THE OAKS RESPONSIBILITIES</U></b></div> <bR> <div> -Chimney Care-Exterior including flashing, exposed flue & siding.</div> <div> -Open decks</div> <div> -Exterior siding, decks, steps.</div> <div> -Garage structural maintenance siding & trim.</div> <div> -Post light boxes-paint & repair.</div> <div> -Gutter cleaning & maintenance.</div> <div> -Pests that destroy wood.</div> <div> -Staining/Painting and maintenance of siding.</div> <div> - Street lights & mushroom lights</div> <div> -Roof maintenance-including shingles, flashing, gutters & downspouts.</div> <div> -Snow removal on streets only.</div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="THE OAKS CONDOS "><U>BACK TO HOME PAGE</U></A></div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>