the resort on carefree boulevard rules &...

The

Resort

On

Carefree

Boulevard

Rules & Regulations

April 17, 2019

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Table of Contents Section 1. ROCB General Information ................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Community Directory ................................................................................................................. 5

1.2 Construction Hours .................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Fire Regulations ......................................................................................................................... 7

1.4 Gate Code Regulations ............................................................................................................. 8

1.5 Information Submitted to the BoA ............................................................................................ 9

1.6 Mail ............................................................................................................................................. 10

1.7 Pets in the Community ............................................................................................................ 12

1.8 Ponds, Lakes and Other Common Areas ............................................................................. 13

1.9 Quiet Hours in Common Areas .............................................................................................. 14

1.10 Standards of Behavior ............................................................................................................. 15

Section 2. Property Guidelines ............................................................................................................... 16

2.1 Brick Skirting and Skirting Openings ..................................................................................... 17

2.2 Cement Work ............................................................................................................................ 18

2.3 Changes to Swales between Lots ......................................................................................... 19

2.4 Emergency Vehicle Access and the 3-Foot Area Abutting the Curb................................ 20

2.5 Holiday Decorations ................................................................................................................. 21

2.6 Landscaping Individual Lots ................................................................................................... 22

2.7 Lot Change Without ARC Approval – First Notice (RESCINDED March 15, 2017) ...... 23

2.8 Plastic Wading Pools ............................................................................................................... 24

2.9 Privacy Screening for RV Lots ............................................................................................... 25

2.10 Temporary Pet Enclosures ..................................................................................................... 26

2.11 Trellis and Sound Barrier Standards ..................................................................................... 27

2.12 Enforcement of Rule Violations .............................................................................................. 28

2.13 Real Estate Signage ................................................................................................................ 29

Section 3. ROCB and BoA Meetings and Committees ...................................................................... 30

3.1 Member Participation Before, After, and During BoA and ROCB Members’ Meetings . 31

3.2 Member Code of Conduct ....................................................................................................... 32

3.3 Recording Board of Administration and ROCB Members Meeting .................................. 33

3.4 Adding an Agenda Item to ROCB Member’s Meetings ...................................................... 34

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3.5 ROCB Committees ................................................................................................................... 35

3.6 Designation of posting location for ROCB Meeting Notices. ............................................. 36

Section 4. ROCB Finance ....................................................................................................................... 37

4.1 Gate Entry Remote Purchases .............................................................................................. 38

4.2 Maintenance Fees in Arrears ................................................................................................. 39

4.3 Real Estate “For Sale” Signs .................................................................................................. 40

4.4 Sale of Used ROCB Equipment and Other Items ............................................................... 41

Section 5. Vehicle Information ............................................................................................................... 42

5.1 Boat, Cargo and Utility Trailer Storage and Parking ........................................................... 43

5.2 RV Anchoring – Tie Down and Strap Down of an RV(RESCINDED March 28, 2018) . 44

5.3 Vehicle Parking in the Community ......................................................................................... 45

5.4 Vehicles on Undeveloped RV lots ......................................................................................... 47

5.5 Vehicle Signage “For Sale” ..................................................................................................... 48

5.6 RV Anchoring ............................................................................................................................ 49

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Section 1. ROCB General Information

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1.1 Community Directory

Date of First Consideration: December 15, 2006 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: December 15, 2006

Rationale: To address distribution of the community directory

Owners will be issued one free copy of the printed directory per lot per year. A fee will

be charged for any requested updated or additional copies, other than the annual

revision. Directories are only available to Carefree lot owners; renters may not be

issued, nor may they purchase, a printed copy of the directory. Owners who rent their

property may choose to leave their directory in the rental unit for their renters’ use

during the rental period. Written permission must be obtained in order to publish a

person’s information in the directory. An electronic version of the Directory is available

on the Carefree website. It is updated monthly and also includes a version containing

physical addresses.

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1.2 Construction Hours

Date of First Consideration: February 15, 2003 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: February 19, 2014

Rationale: To set standards for contractor work in the community

Contractor construction hours will be 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and

8:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Hours can be extended with

permission of the BoA for special circumstances, e.g. pouring and finishing cement

projects.

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1.3 Fire Regulations


Most Recent Date of Approval: November 7, 2012

Rationale: To set standards for fires in the community

No open fires are allowed on common ground or in conservation areas.

On private property open fires are allowed, provided that they are in above-ground,

portable containers (such as ceramic chimneys and fire bowls) and placed on concrete

driveways or RV pads. All open fires must be supervised at all times. In the event that

the Division of Forestry prohibits open fires because of high wild fire danger, no fires will

be allowed.

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1.4 Gate Code Regulations

Date of First Consideration: March 18, 2015 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: September 21, 2016

Rationale: To establish guidelines for issuing and maintaining gate codes for members

in the community.

There are three categories of gate codes for the ROCB: (1) ROCB resident codes, (2)

monthly codes, (3) management codes.

ROCB resident codes are the three digit codes listed in the call box at the gate which

will contact your designated phone.

ROCB residents are identified as: property owners, partners or spouses of property

owners, resident members and renters who will be living at Carefree for a minimum of

one month.

Management codes will be provided to employees and contractors who provide services

on a regular basis to the ROCB and CCC.

Resident codes and management codes remain the same and do not change on a

regular basis.

Monthly codes are changed the first of each month.

ROCB residents wishing to be issued a resident code must complete the required

paperwork and meet the requirements to be issued a resident code.

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1.5 Information Submitted to the BoA

Date of First Consideration: November 15, 2014 Board of Administration Meeting


Rationale: To establish guidelines for identifying specific Florida Statutes and/or

section(s) of the ROCB Governing Documents (C&Rs, Bylaws, Rules & Regulations)

included in information submitted to the BoA.

Information submitted to the BoA which mentions Florida Statutes and/or sections of the

ROCB Governing Documents will identify the specific Florida Statute and/or section of

the ROCB Governing Documents in writing.

Guideline: To enable the BoA to process information submitted by Owners which

mentions the Florida Statutes and/or ROCB Governing Documents, Owners will be

asked to submit a copy of or written reference to the specific Florida Statute and/or

ROCB Governing Document to which they are referring.

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1.6 Mail



Rationale: To set guidelines regarding Mail handling

The BoA is responsible for mail handling once a delivery has been made by the U.S.

Postal Service. Mail handlers will be hired by the General Manager and a mailroom will

be maintained in the Clubhouse with regularly scheduled hours. Outgoing mail should

be posted in the U.S. Mailbox located outside the Clubhouse building. Locked resident

mailboxes will be maintained at the corner of Eleanor Way and Amelia Run Way.

Locks/keys will be replaced by the maintenance staff for a fee to be paid in advance by

the resident. Only addressed mail will be delivered to the mailboxes; informational flyers

will not be delivered. Incoming mail must reflect the physical address of the property.

Mail may only be placed in the mailbox to which it is addressed unless a forwarding

order is on file. A guideline will be established for delivery of “in-the-park” mail.

Residents are encouraged to empty their mailboxes regularly and not to let mail

accumulate. Guidelines will be established for the temporary forwarding and holding of

residents’ mail. Guidelines will also be established for delivery of packages. Residents

are encouraged to refrain from interrupting the mail sorters when they are working and

to refrain from standing near the mailboxes while mail is being distributed at the

mailboxes.

Guidelines:

Mailbox keys were provided to the original buyers of ROCB lots. New buyers

should obtain the key from the seller. If not available, a new lock/key must be

purchased at the Carefree Office.

Residents and renters should ensure that anyone sending them mail has the

correct physical address.

Renters receiving mail at the ROCB must make arrangements with their rental

agent/landlord to obtain a mailbox key during their stay. Renters’ mail will not be

held in the mailroom.

“In-the-park” mail may be posted in the mailbox mounted outside the mailroom

door. Postage stamps are not required; however, the mail must be addressed

with the physical address as well as a return address. Mail may be sent through

this system except from December 1st through January 15th. (During this time a

folder labeled for each lot number may be placed in the Card Room. Residents

may personally deliver or retrieve their in-the-park mail via these folders.)

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All mail will be sorted in the mailroom into boxes according to address sections.

Those boxes will be transported to the mailboxes where mail will be sorted into

the individual residents’ boxes.

Packages will be placed in residents’ mailboxes if they fit or in the large side box

if one is available. If so, the key will be placed in the resident’s mailbox and

should be left in the large package box after the package is retrieved. If a

package will be held in the mailroom, a notice will be left in the resident’s

mailbox. Packages may be picked up in the mailroom Monday through Saturday

during the posted hour or Tuesday/Thursday evenings during the posted half-

hour. Packages must be picked up within 7 days of the notice. On the 8th day

they will be returned to the United States Post Office.

In order to have mail forwarded, residents must submit a completed “Mail

Forwarding Request” form to the mailroom. These forms will be available in the

Clubhouse Media room and on the Carefree community website. Only first class

mail and packages will be forwarded. At the end of one year mail will no longer

be forwarded and will be returned to the U.S. Post Office marked “Forwarding

Order Expired”. If it is to be a temporary forwarding order, residents must notify

the mailroom of their return date via e-mail or written correspondence at least

one week in advance. Verbal instructions will not be accepted.

In order to have mail held temporarily, residents must submit a completed “Mail

Holding Request” form to the mailroom. These forms will be available in the

Clubhouse Media room and on the Carefree community website. Held mail will

be placed in the resident’s mailbox beginning on the return date indicated on the

form. It can also be picked up from the mailroom during regular mailroom hours.

The maximum length of time for a Hold to be in effect is one month. If a resident

is away more than one week, she must designate someone to pick up her held

mail every 7 days.

Residents are encouraged to take steps to eliminate receipt of unwanted

catalogues and “junk mail” as this will save time for the mail sorters and result in

less paper in our recycling bins!

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1.7 Pets in the Community

Date of First Consideration: May 15, 2013 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: May 15, 2013

Rationale: To clarify pet owner’s responsibility for control of their pet while on Carefree

streets and/or common areas

Any owner of a pet or person in possession, charge, custody or control of a pet is

prohibited from allowing their pet to become stray or roam at large in or upon any

Carefree street or on the private property of others without the consent of the property

owner. "Roaming at large" is defined as any pet not under the direct control of its

owner or his agent.

"Direct Control" is defined as the immediate and continuous physical control of a pet at

all times; such as by means of a leash not to exceed six (6) feet in length, cord or chain

of sufficient strength to restrain the pet.

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1.8 Ponds, Lakes and Other Common Areas


Most Recent Date of Approval: October 21, 2015

Rationale: To clarify use of common areas

Ponds, lakes and other common areas are for the exclusive use of residents and

their guests and visitors. There is no public access to our common areas. The

following rules are to be observed:

1. No swimming in the lakes.

2. Fishing is catch and release only.

3. All wildlife is to be respected and left alone. Please see Florida Administrative

Code 68A-4.001 and Florida State Statutes 379.412 for detailed information

which state “intentionally placing food or garbage, allowing the placement of food

or garbage, or offering food or garbage in such a manner that it attracts coyotes,

foxes or raccoons and in a manner that is likely to create or creates a public

nuisance is prohibited.”

4. DO NOT REMOVE, DAMAGE, OR DEFACE TREES, SHRUBS, AND

PLANTS. ETC.

It is the policy of the Board to make no changes in the Common areas. However, it is

conceivable that there might occasionally be extenuating circumstances that would

require an exception. Changes may be requested by application to Environment and

Grounds Committee (E&G) which will make recommendations to the BoA for final

reconciliation.

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1.9 Quiet Hours in Common Areas



Rationale: To set standards for noise levels in the community

Noise should be kept to a minimum when in common areas. Portable audio devices are

not to be used without headphones when in common areas. All outdoor activities in the

common areas, between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., should be quiet and not

cause any disturbance. People organizing community activities can request an

extended time from the Board.

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1.10 Standards of Behavior



Rationale: To set standards for behavior among community residents

The following behaviors will not be tolerated within our community:

1. Any act of violence toward a guest, staff, member or other person.

2. Loud or abusive language in public that continues after being given a warning to

cease.

3. Public displays of lewd, lascivious, or overtly sexual behavior.

4. Extreme public drunkenness.

5. Illegal activities.

6. Public use of racial slurs or any other personal slurs or degradation.

7. Any public behavior that is reported to the ROCB Board of Administration that is

deemed extremely offensive.

8. Carefree is NOT a clothing optional community. Appropriate clothing must be worn at

all times in public areas.

9. Degrading or otherwise insulting or inappropriate written or oral communication with

employees, vendors and contractors will result in BoA action.

10. Violations may result in owners being fined and renters/visitors/guests having to

leave the premises as outlined in the regulation titled Violations. All illegal acts will be

reported to law enforcement authorities.

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Section 2. Property Guidelines

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2.1 Brick Skirting and Skirting Openings

Rationale: To set standards for appearance of house skirting and openings

Date of First Consideration: April 15, 2009 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: January 21, 2015

House skirting should be white brick skirting as intended for manufactured homes. With

the exception of vents, the openings in the skirting may not exceed a total of 12 linear

feet per house with each opening not to exceed four linear feet. The covering of these

openings must be located facing the rear and/or sides of the property and openings

must not face the street. The outside surface of the openings should be vinyl or

aluminum siding that is white or the color of the vinyl siding of the house and the door

must be securely attached.

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2.2 Cement Work


Most Recent Date of Approval: April 13, 2017

Rationale: To set uniform standard for cement setbacks from lot lines.

All cement work must be at least four (4) feet from lot line on two sides and rear of

property. On the front of the lot, nothing must encroach on the three-foot area abutting

the curb except driveways. Cement work can be constructed from the three-foot area

abutting the curb to the structure (house, shed, RV pad, etc.)

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2.3 Changes to Swales between Lots


Most Recent Date of Approval: March 15, 2017

Rationale: To establish a guideline for approval regarding changes to swales at the

ROCB.

Any changes to swales must be approved in advance first by the Architectural Review

Committee and then the Environment & Grounds Committee as water draining off

private lots flows onto Common Ground or affect the swale integrity. After securing

approval from both committees, the change request must be approved by the Board of

Administration prior to commencing any swale alterations. E & G will offer owners

guidance before any changes to swales.

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2.4 Emergency Vehicle Access and the 3-Foot Area Abutting the

Curb



Rationale: To allow for clearance of emergency vehicles and to set standards for

compliance with the Development Order.

Nothing except community signage and street lights may encroach on the 3-foot

area abutting the curb on any lot. Only sod can be placed in that 3-foot area.

Vehicles shall not be parked directly across from vehicles parked on the opposite

side of the street.

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2.5 Holiday Decorations



Rationale: To establish standards for holiday decorations

Lights, flags and other decorations customary for holidays shall not require ARC

approval but are limited in the following ways:

Length of time they may remain in place: four weeks after the holiday.

Location: Holiday decorations may not be placed in the 3-foot area abutting the curb.

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2.6 Landscaping Individual Lots

Date of First Consideration: May 27, 2004 Board of Administration Meeting


Rationale: To establish standards for home landscaping of individual lots

Planting and decorative edging may not be constructed in the 3-foot area abutting the

curb. Only sod may be in the three-foot area abutting the curb. Plants on the invasive

list (Category I or II) cannot be planted on any Carefree property. For a current list of

invasive plants please review Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council information on

invasives: www.fleppc.org/list.htm. ROCB does not pay for the removal or replacement

of dead trees on individual owner’s lots.

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2.7 Lot Change Without ARC Approval – First Notice (RESCINDED

March 15, 2017)

THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK.

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2.8 Plastic Wading Pools



Rationale: To set standards for use of plastic pools in the community

One (1) small plastic wading pool may be used per lot. It must be placed in an

inconspicuous place on the lot and must be emptied daily.

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2.9 Privacy Screening for RV Lots



Rationale: To set standards for appearance of RV lots

A privacy screen may be located across the rear expanse of the RV pad and along the

patio side of RV pad ONLY. Posts must be of white aluminum or white vinyl material not

less than 3 ½ X 3 ½ inches. Posts must be anchored on outer edge of cement, (using

four (4) concrete screws at least 3” in length for each post), but must not extend over

the pad edge. Screening material must be of white vinyl lattice. The height must not

exceed 6 feet from the pad.

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2.10 Temporary Pet Enclosures



Rationale: To insure community aesthetics for pet enclosures

A temporary pet enclosure may be erected for the purpose of providing a semi-secure

location for a pet. Pet enclosures are not permitted on any common area or

conservation land. Permanent pet enclosures are not allowed.

An authorized pet enclosure will meet the following requirements:

Must be of uniform material and style on the lot

Must be located on only one side of the house or RV

Must not be placed in front of an RV pad

Must not be placed in front of any part of the structure on a house lot

Must be at least two feet from the side or rear property lines

Must be manufactured for pets

Must not exceed a maximum height of 42 inches

Any portion of the enclosure positioned on grass must be removed for mowing

Must be removed when the lot is unattended for more than a week

For house lots either vinyl or metal pet enclosures will be allowed. For RV lots only

metal pet enclosures will be allowed.

ARC approval is not required for temporary pet enclosures if they meet these

requirements.

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2.11 Trellis and Sound Barrier Standards



Rationale: To set standards for appearance of house lot trellis and sound barrier use

A trellis may be erected for the purpose of supporting plantings. The material must be

white vinyl and not exceed eight feet in height or five feet in length. It must conform to

the aesthetics of the community.

A sound barrier may be erected for the purpose of noise deflection. The material must

be white vinyl lattice, not exceed five feet in height or eight feet in length and be

properly anchored into cement (to prevent it from becoming a danger in high winds). It

must conform to the aesthetics of the community.

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2.12 Enforcement of Rule Violations

Date of First Consideration: September 4, 2007 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: September 20, 2017

Rationale: To establish guidelines for handling members’ violations of ROCB

regulations.

Guidelines: If it is determined that there is an alleged violation,

the Association Manager will notify the lot owner via email that they have forty-eight (48)

hours from the date of the email to respond to the initial notification of the violation and

to correct the violation. If no response to the email is received within forty-eight (48)

hours, the notification will be sent via regular mail or in-house mail. If, due to

extenuating circumstances, the Owner requires more than forty-eight (48) hours to

correct the violation, the Owner must submit the written request to Management stating

the reasons for the extension.

Management will review the request and notify the owner if the extension is approved. If

the alleged violation is not resolved either: 1) within the initial forty-eight (48) hours and

following a response from the owner acknowledging receipt of the notifying email, or 2)

within eight (8) days following an email and then a follow-up letter by regular or in-house

mail, or 3) by the extended date approved by Management, a letter shall be sent

notifying the owner when the BoA will meet to review the alleged violation(s).

If a fine or suspension is levied by the BoA for a violation, a Hearing Committee must be

established which is made up of at least three (3) members appointed by the BoA, at

which time the owner shall present reasons why a fine(s), suspension or both should

not be imposed. The Owner who is fined by the BoA for a violation may choose at their

discretion to pay the fine any time before the Hearing Committee meets, therefore

negating the need for a Hearing Committee to meet on that violation.

At least fourteen (14) days’ notice of the hearing by the Hearing Committee shall be

given to owner. The role of the committee is limited to determining whether to confirm or

reject the fine or suspension levied by the Board. A written decision of the committee

shall be submitted by the BOA to the owner no later than ten (10) days after the

hearing. Fines shall be paid not later than five (5) days after notice of the imposition of

the fine.

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2.13 Real Estate Signage

Date of First consideration: March 20, 2019 Board of Administration Meeting

Most Recent Date of Approval: April 17, 2019 Board of Administration Meeting

Rationale: To establish guidelines regarding approved real estate signage and signage

placement.

Guidelines: Homeowners may use “For Sale” signs as provided by our office staff,

Carefree Real Estate, other professional real estate companies and homes for sale by

owners provided they meet with current Covenant and Restrictions 8.6, 8.6.1 and 8.6.2.

As noted in Rules & Regulations 2.4 nothing except community signage and streetlights

may encroach on the 3- foot abutting the curb on any lot. Any placement of signs must

have prior written approval by lot owner. Open House signs and directional signs are

considered community signage as they promote the development of Carefree and its

sustainability. Open House and directional signage must be removed at the end of the

day following the Open House event.

The single Real Estate Shown by Appointment Only informational sign outside the

community, by the gate, will continue to be displayed.

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Section 3. ROCB and BoA Meetings and

Committees

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3.1 Member Participation Before, After, and During BoA and ROCB

Members’ Meetings

Date of First Consideration: January 28, 2004 Board of Administration Meeting


Rationale: To provide members an opportunity to speak at meetings

A member may speak for a maximum of three minutes during the Open Forum portion

of a BoA meeting or an ROCB Members’ meeting, with a maximum of two turns to

speak per topic. Letters from members may be read aloud at meetings, provided they

do not include attacks on community members or Board members.

A member may speak to a BoA meeting agenda item provided that they have signed in

to speak prior to the start of the meeting. Once she is recognized by the President she

may speak to the agenda item for a maximum of three minutes with a maximum of two

turns. Anyone who has spoken for three minutes will not be recognized for a second

turn until everyone else has had a chance to speak.

A member may speak to a ROCB Members’ meeting agenda item once she is

recognized by the President. She may speak to the agenda item for a maximum of three

minutes with a maximum of two turns. Anyone who has spoken for three minutes will

not be recognized for a second turn until everyone else has had a chance to speak.

Members may also speak at BoA meetings when a motion has been made and

seconded by the Board and after the President recognizes the member. Members will

only be allowed to speak once for two minutes on motions.

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3.2 Member Code of Conduct


Most Recent Date of Approval: March 10, 2015 ROCB Members Meeting

Rationale: A Code of Conduct is a set of principles, which is intended to govern

members conduct resulting in a civil atmosphere. In our community it is important that

members be open and receptive to diverse opinions, ideas, and positions. Respectful

disagreement is part of the process that leads to compromise.

1. Members are encouraged to speak at Members Meetings, however, they are

reminded that they may only speak to agenda items.

2. Members may speak at the microphone only when recognized by the Chair. A

member who cannot walk easily to or stand at the microphone, should inform the

Chair prior to the meeting in order to be recognized by standing at her seat or

raising her hand.

3. Members may address only the Chair, not other members. Members shall speak

about an issue, not a person.

4. A member may speak two times for three minutes each on any one issue.

5. Members shall refrain from private conversations while another member has the

floor and wait until a speaker has finished speaking before asking to be

recognized to speak.

6. Rude or disrespectful behavior will be ruled out of order by the Chair or another

member may call a point of order.

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3.3 Recording Board of Administration and ROCB Members Meeting



Rationale: To provide rules for members who wish to record BoA and ROCB Members

Meetings

Owners wishing to record meetings (audio or video) must comply with the following:

Only owners may record meetings.

Any owner desiring to utilize audio or video equipment at meetings of the Board

or the Membership shall notify the Board of Administration of their intention in

writing at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting.

All equipment shall be assembled and placed in position prior to commencement

of the meeting in the location designated by the presider.

No one recording a meeting will be permitted to move about the meeting room in

order to facilitate the recording.

No equipment will be permitted that produces distracting sounds or light

emissions.

At the beginning of the meeting the presider will announce to those in attendance

the names and locations of the members who have informed them that they will

be recording the meeting.

Recordings made of BoA or ROCB Members meetings are for personal use only

and shall not be posted on social media or public forums.

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3.4 Adding an Agenda Item to ROCB Member’s Meetings



Rationale: To allow time for the BoA to discuss the item and obtain an attorney’s

opinion if one should be needed

To add an item to the ROCB Members’ meeting agenda, a member shall submit the

request in writing to the BoA for discussion at a BoA meeting prior to the Members’

Meeting for which the member would like the item on the agenda. The request must be

received at least fourteen days prior to the ROCB Members’ meeting.

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3.5 ROCB Committees

Date of First Consideration: October 11, 2003 Board of Administration Meeting


Rationale: To establish rules for committee membership

To be eligible to serve on a ROCB committee, members must have no past due

balances regarding any ROCB dues and/or assessments, and certify that their ROCB

property is in compliance with the C&R’s and the Development Plan. Term limits for

BoA Committees will consist of one four-year term. Committee Members going off a

committee may immediately apply to that same committee for another 2-year term.

They may apply for this 2-year term only once per committee following a 4-year term.

Members may apply for a 4-year term to the same committee after 2 years off the

committee. Terms will be staggered so that the entire committee membership does not

rotate off at the same time. Committee officers will be elected annually by committee

members after the first meeting of the newly-elected Board of Administration.

Committee Chairs are able to serve a maximum of 2 years as Chair. The following

committees’ membership is limited to a maximum of 5 members: Election Committee,

C&Rs and Bylaws Committee, and Finance Committee. The ARC Committee

membership is limited to a maximum of 7 members. The E&G Committee membership

is limited to a maximum of 9 members. The Welcome Committee membership is limited

to a maximum of 9 members. A committee member may be removed from the

committee if she fails to attend at least 80% of the committee meetings.

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3.6 Designation of posting location for ROCB Meeting Notices.



Rationale: To establish the posting location for ROCB Meeting Notices

The BoA shall post notice of all meetings with specific agenda items on the BoA Bulletin

Board located in the Clubhouse hallway and follow the Bylaws for when such posting of

notice shall take place. All ROCB Committees shall post notice of their meetings at least

48 hours prior to the meeting on the appropriate bulletin board in the Clubhouse

hallway.

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Section 4. ROCB Finance

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4.1 Gate Entry Remote Purchases



Rationale: To increase control of ROCB property access

Gate remote openers may be sold only to lot owners. Gate openers are not to be

provided to non-residents. Lot owners are required to present a badge or other proof of

ownership at the time of purchase. Lot owners may purchase multiple gate remotes.

Renters and visitors may not purchase gate remotes. Lot owners may purchase a gate

remote to be used by a renter only during the rental period. The lot owner may choose

to require a deposit from her renter for use of the remote. At the end of the rental period,

the remote would be exchanged for return of the deposit.

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4.2 Maintenance Fees in Arrears



Rationale: To establish guidelines for late ROCB maintenance fee payments

Maintenance fees are due quarterly. Late fees will be charged to owners who do not

meet the deadline. Voting rights may be suspended.

Guidelines: Maintenance fees are paid quarterly and are due on the first day of the

following months: January, April, July, and October. Fees are considered late if

received after the 10th day of the month in which they are due.

Payments received late are subject to a $15.00 late fee. In addition, monies owed will

bear interest at the current prime rate from the date due until paid.

A reminder will be sent on or after the 20th day of the month informing owners there is a

balance due on the account and that they have been assessed a late fee. If the report is

in error, the owner should contact the General Manager immediately.

When an account is forty (40) days late the matter is forwarded to the attorney for a

demand letter to be sent notifying the owner of the Association’s intent to lien the

property. If not satisfied, a lien may be placed upon the property. All legal fees are the

responsibility of the delinquent owner(s).

In accordance with Florida Statute 720.305(4) the association may suspend the voting

rights of a parcel or member for the nonpayment of any monetary obligation due to the

association that is more than 90 days delinquent.

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4.3 Real Estate “For Sale” Signs



Rationale: To maintain affordability of “for sale” signs

Homeowners may obtain Carefree “For Sale” signs at the Carefree Office. In addition to

a refundable deposit fee, a non-refundable rental fee will be charged in order to cover

the costs of refurbishing or replacing the sign. If extensive repair is needed, the deposit

refund may be reduced.

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4.4 Sale of Used ROCB Equipment and Other Items



Rationale: To divest obsolete property in a fair manner

Sale of any item owned by the ROCB will be offered to all members so that any

interested party has an option to purchase.

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Section 5. Vehicle Information

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5.1 Boat, Cargo and Utility Trailer Storage and Parking

Date of First Consideration: August 11, 2001 Board of Administration Meeting


Rationale: To set standards for boat, cargo and utility trailer storage and parking in the

community

Boats, cargo and utility trailers may be parked on the street in front of an owner's

property for loading and unloading up to a total of 24 hours. Boats, cargo and utility

trailers must be parked as close to the edge of the street as possible, but not on the

grass. After dark, parking requires the use of reflective triangles in both the front and

rear of the boat and trailers. Extra triangles and extra caution must be used when

parking on curves or near corners to insure that the boat or trailers are visible. The

owner must be available to move the boat, cargo and utility trailers in case of an

emergency.

The current ROCB C&Rs (8.11) state:

Boats (with trailers) may be permitted on the property for loading and unloading, or they

may be store within an approved enclosure.

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5.2 RV Anchoring – Tie Down and Strap Down of an RV(RESCINDED

March 28, 2018)

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5.3 Vehicle Parking in the Community



Rationale: To set standards for appearance and safety of the community

Certain regulations apply to all vehicles, including cars, trucks, recreational vehicles,

and boats parked in the community. Adherence to these criteria will ensure a safer and

more attractive community.

Guidelines: Parking regulations are as follow:

1. Vehicles may not be parked overnight on the street. During the day only

temporary parking is allowed on the streets.

2. The grassy circles of cul-de-sacs are considered Common Areas and as such,

parking in these areas should not exceed four (4) consecutive hours for a

temporary social or similar event (as per C&Rs 8.12). Parking is not allowed on

the grassy circle of the Martina cul-de-sac because there is a catch basin located

there.

3. Parking is allowed on the driveway portion of improved lots (concrete or similar

surface) with permission from the owner.

4. No parking is allowed on unimproved lots except for construction vehicles. Golf

carts may be temporarily parked on the grassy areas of an owner's lot. Other

vehicles cannot park on grassy areas of the lot. All carts must be removed from

the grassy areas for mowing.

5. Owners may park RVs and camping trailers on the street in front of private

property up to a total of 48 hours in a 7-day period for loading and unloading.

RVs must park as close to the edge of the street as possible, but not on the

grass. After dark, parking requires the use of reflective triangles or reflective

cones in both the front and rear of the RV. Use extra triangles and be extra

cautious when parking on curves or near corners to insure the RV is visible.

Drivers must be available to move the RV in case an emergency arises. No

leveling devices may be used while the RV is parked on the street. Street-side

slide outs may not be extended when RV is parked on the street.

6. Unregistered or disabled vehicles are not to be kept or stored on any lot.

7. Vehicles may not be parked in the No Parking Zones (clearly marked on the

pavement) including, but not limited to, around the Clubhouse, near the

mailboxes and the waste disposal area.

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8. All approved trailers must be stored within an approved enclosure. Approved

trailers are boat and bike/kayak trailers, which must be stored in ports that are

screened by the building, lattice or plantings on two sides and in the rear.

9. Vehicles shall not be parked directly across from vehicles parked on the opposite

side of the street.

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5.4 Vehicles on Undeveloped RV lots



Rationale: To set standards for appearance of community

No more than one Recreational Vehicle may be parked on an undeveloped RV lot.

Motor vehicles and trailers may not be parked on the patio portion of undeveloped RV

lots.

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5.5 Vehicle Signage “For Sale”



Rationale: To set standards for sign usage in the community

Vehicle “for sale” signs must be computer generated or commercially printed, may be

no larger than 8 ½ x11 inches, and must be placed in a window of the vehicle.

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5.6 RV Anchoring

Date of First Consideration: April 1, 2018

Most Recent Date of Approval: April 9, 2018 Board of Administration Meeting

Rationale: To define the guidelines for anchoring of an RV.

Guidelines: ROCB RV owners must anchor their RVs or remove their RVs from the

community in the event of a Lee County Hurricane Watch. Anchoring can be

permanently placed on RVs in the community. Anchoring is defined as concrete anchor

brackets, with a minimum of 4 straps, bolted into the cement pad under the RV. (See

Lee County Land Development Code Sec. 34-763)

All RVs left unattended for more than two weeks during the months of June through

December must be anchored as defined above.

The following are guidelines for anchoring an RV based on uniformity and aesthetics of

the Resort:

• Parts are all galvanized steel.

• Concrete anchor brackets are held in the concrete by expansion bolts and the straps

are secured to the brackets after they have been threaded over the nose, axle(s), hitch

receiver and/or support brackets from the RV to the bumper of the RV.

• The straps are put in the slotted screw and tightened in a locked position in the

concrete anchor bracket that is attached with the expansion bolts.