Rules

THE GARDENS AT BERMUDA LINKS RULES AND REGULATIONS


Updated May 2nd, 2023

The rules and regulations hereinafter enumerated as to the Association properties, condominium property, the common elements, the limited common elements, and the units shall be deemed in effect until amended by the Board of Directors of the Association and shall apply to and be binding upon all unit owners. The unit owners shall, at all times, obey these Rules and Regulations and shall use their best efforts to see that they are faithfully observed by their families, guests, invitees, servants, lessees, hired contractors, and all persons over whom they exercise control and supervision. As this listing below is not a complete listing, please refer to your condo documents for further clarification. (This version replaces all previous listings.)

1.     BUILDING APPEARANCE AND MAINTENANCE:

a.     The sidewalks, walkways, entrances, and stairs must not be obstructed, encumbered, or used for any purpose other than for entering or exiting the units. No garbage cans, supplies, containers, or other articles shall be placed in or on the walkways, hallways, and entry ways; nor shall any linens, clothes, clothing, curtains, rugs, mops, laundry of any kind, or other articles be shaken or hung from any of the windows, doors, walkways, or entry ways.

b.     Refuse and garbage shall be bagged and deposited only in the designated containers provided, with no refuse placed on the ground. Recyclable materials must be placed in appropriately labeled containers. For oversized items, call the refuse company for a special pickup at 239-334-1224.

c.     No unit owners shall make or permit any disturbing noises or activities by themselves, their family, lessee, servants, employees, agents, visitors, or licensees, and shall not permit anything by such persons that will interfere with the rights, comforts, or convenience of other owners. No unit owner shall play upon or permit to be operated a phonograph, television, radio, or musical instrument in such a manner as to unreasonably disturb or annoy any other occupants of the Condominium.

d.     No exterior radio or television antenna or receiver installation or other wiring shall be made without the prior written consent of the Board of Directors, except as otherwise provided by law.  This includes windows.

e.     No sign, advertisement, notice or other similar material shall be exhibited, displayed, inscribed, painted, or affixed in or upon any part of the units, limited common elements or common elements, including windows, by any unit owner or occupant without prior written consent of the Board.

f.      Window treatments and screen coverings on windows and lanais must appear to be white or off-white when viewed from the exterior.

g.     In accordance with current Florida Fire Prevention Code 10.10.6.1.1, no cooking devices of any type shall be used or stored in lanais or overhanging portion of the buildings, nor within 10 feet of any structure, except portable tabletop electric grills or similar apparatus not exceeding 200 square inches.

h.     For safety reasons, light bulbs, and light fixtures on the exterior of the buildings are not to be tampered with, removed, or modified in any way.

2.     ALTERATION OF CONDOMINIUM: Unit owners are specifically cautioned that their right to make any addition, change, alteration, or decoration to the exterior of any portion of the condominium is subject to the provisions of the Declarations of the Condominium. Any additions, changes, and alterations, including hard surface flooring installations on upper floor units, are subject to prior approval by the Board after such requests have been presented in writing, accompanied by written plans, drawings and specifications when requested. The Board shall approve such requests only if the Association is protected against or indemnified as to construction liens and/or claims arising from such work. Renters shall make no changes to the unit they are leasing.

3.     ACCESS TO UNIT: Owners must provide a current key or keys to Gulf Breeze Management Services of SWFL, Inc. or be responsible for the entry costs in the event that the association needs to enter the unit.

4.     PETS: The Board may impose reasonable restrictions upon how and where pets may be permitted upon common elements.  The owner of each Unit may keep no more than two (2) pets of a normal domesticated household type (such as a cat or dog) in the Unit.  All pets must be registered with the management company. The pet must always be leashed or carried under the Owner’s arm while on the Condominium Property outside the unit. Renters, lessees, or guests are not permitted to have pets. No reptiles, amphibians, poultry, or livestock may be kept in the unit, but tropical fish or caged birds are permitted (but not on lanais, as to caged birds).  The ability to keep such a pet or animal is a privilege, not a right, and the Board of Directors is empowered to restrict the keeping of such pet(s) and may order and enforce the removal of any such pet(s) which become a source of annoyance to other residents of the Condominium.

5.     PARKING OF VEHICLES:

a.     Garages, carports with designated parking spaces, and unassigned spaces are provided for the parking of private passenger automobiles of owners and their guests. Parking spaces shall not be used for storage of boats, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, motor homes, trailers, trucks, or nonoperational automobiles. Two bicycles are allowed in carports while the occupant is in residence. No other personal items are allowed in carports. Overnight parking of commercial vehicles is prohibited unless the vehicle is in a closed garage. No repairs or maintenance of vehicles may be performed outside of garages or carports, except emergency repairs. Vehicles may be washed only in the driveways. Because there are limited parking spaces, each owner is specifically cautioned that the Board of Directors has the authority to prohibit owners from occupying more than two parking spaces, which includes the space in your garage or carport.

b.     There are two parking spaces in front of the center of most buildings; one is marked for the Handicapped, and the other space, marked 20 Min, is for the convenience of the occupants of the building for loading and unloading of luggage, groceries, and supplies. The 20-minute space should be vacated as soon as practicable after the unloading of items from the vehicles, and this spot shall not be used for overnight parking.

c.     Vehicles parked for an extended period of more than 30 days must be parked in the unit’s garage or carport.

6.     POSTING OF NOTICES:  Where posting of notices is required for meetings and other matters, these notices shall be posted on the mailbox kiosks serving each building, or on the bulletin boards provided by the Association.  Notices will also be permitted on the Bonita Fairways website, with approval of the board.

7.     SHUTTERS:  If hurricane shutters are hung on the exterior of the building (over front doors or windows, lanais and courts excluded) beyond the hurricane season, they must be white and in good repair. Shutters other than those provided by the builder must be white, have written approval by the Board and must meet the current building code as of the date of installation, except shutters on the 2nd and 3rd floors may be white or off-white.

8.     STORM AND SCREEN DOORS: All exterior front storm and screen doors shall be in good repair and match the color of the exterior door, white or off-white. Installation of storm or screen doors shall require prior Board approval.

9.     FLOWERS AND PLANTINGS:

a.     For the 1st floor only, outside flowerpots shall be limited to 2 per unit, and these may not obstruct walkways or hang from railings. They must be live plantings and well maintained by the unit owner.

b.     For courtyards, trees and vines may not exceed the wall height. Any plantings that may damage the walls and foundations may not be planted in the courtyards.

10.  POOL AND HOT TUB USE: Rules for the use of the pools and hot tubs shall be observed as posted. Deck chairs and tables shall be returned to their previous position if they have been moved. Umbrellas shall be returned to their closed position. There shall be NO GLASS CONTAINERS allowed at any time inside the pool fenced in areas. Beverages in plastic or aluminum containers are allowed, as long as the containers are properly disposed of in Recycle Bins and not left in the Pool area.

11.  HOLIDAY DECORATIONS: Appropriate holiday decorations are permitted. No holes are permitted on any condominium doors or exterior surfaces of the buildings. Holiday decorations and lighting visible from the exterior may be displayed from 30 Days prior to and 20 Days after a nationally recognized holiday. Other decorations will require prior written approval from the Board.

12.   LEASING /BUYING A UNIT:

a.     A properly completed application form and fee must be submitted to the Association prior to any new owner purchasing a unit or a tenant moving in; these forms are available from the management company and must be fully completed before the approval process can begin.

b.     According to the USE RESTRICTIONS of the Master Covenants (#12 a. and b.) basis or lease their unit on an annual basis or rent it up to 4 times a year on a monthly (30 Day Minimum — 120 days aggregate total) basis. The BOD must approve all leases.

13. GUESTS & FAMILY: Guests of the owner may reside in the unit for a maximum of 30 days. Aggregate occupancy of guests is limited to four (4) times per year. Anyone residing in a condo without the owner present must notify Gulf Breeze Management prior to the occupancy. For family, refer to Declarations 12.2a. Any exceptions must be approved by the BOD.

14. FOBS & CAR STICKERS: Problems with lost or non-working fobs should be directed to Bonita Fairways Main Clubhouse.  Email Andy Colvin at andy.colvin@gulfbreezemanagement.com for office hours.  Car stickers (black for owners, red for renters) and their replacements can also be obtained from the main clubhouse at Bonita Fairways.

THE GARDENS AT BERMUDA LINKS
RULES AND REGULATIONS

COMMUNITY SAFETY, SECURITY AND ENJOYMENT: A sense of safety, security and community are essential to the enjoyment of condominium living.  Instances and situations not specifically addressed by the above rules will be dealt with by the Board of Directors as needed, guided by the Association’s covenants and the best interests of the majority of unit owners of The Gardens at Bermuda Links, to protect our property and maintain property values at the highest level possible.

By signing below, both Tenant(s) and Owner(s) verify that:

A.      They have read and are familiar with the Rules and Regulations of the Gardens at Bermuda Links.

B.      Violating these rules may result in the loss of the tenant’s deposit and/or eviction.

C.      Disobeying these rules or circumventing the application process may result in fines levied against the owner of $100 per day, up to a maximum of $1000 until the violation is corrected.

D.      The owner/s, tenant/s and guests will be held financially responsible for any damage they cause.

Signed:

Tenant/s                                                                                                          Date:

Owner/s                                                                                                          Date:

Thank you.

The Board of Directors

The Gardens at Bermuda Links Condominium Association.