Hunters Crossing Supplemental HOA Rules and Updated Fee Schedule May 2024
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The Hunters Crossing HOA Board can be reached via email at: hunterscrossingsf@gmail.com
This addendum to the rules is supplemental and does not replace the rules outlined in the CC&R’s, Bylaws, or other Rules & Regulations previously in place and posted on the HOA’s website. In the event a rule(s) is contradictory the HOA Board shall clarify the rule and its application.
PARKING
1.1 Number of Vehicles
Each owner / resident is allocated 2 unit specific reserved marked parking areas (one covered and one uncovered). These parking areas are designated for the resident in that unit, parking in another units area without permission is a violation and the vehicle will be towed.
1.2 Visitor Stalls
Stalls marked “Visitor” are for visitor use only. Vehicles that are left unmoving in any visitor parking stalls for more than 7 days are subject to being towed at the owner’s expense.
1.3 Parking in Roadways
All vehicles must be parked in designated parking stalls. Municipal codes prohibit parking in the private roadways so that fire, police or other emergency equipment can have access to all homes. VIOLATORS MAY BE TOWED WITHOUT NOTICE FOR VIOLATING THIS REGULATION.
1.4 Speed Limit
All vehicles must be cautious and slow when driving through the townhome parking lots. There are often children playing in and around the parking areas. Keep your speed to 5 mph until you leave the parking area.
1.5 Parking of Recreational and Commercial Vehicles
No large trailer, camper, recreational vehicle, oversized commercial vehicle, boat or inoperative automobile shall be parked within the HOA property for more than 7 days. If the vehicle or craft in question is blocking movement within the HOA property the craft shall be towed at the owners expense.
1.6 Noise / Music
Noisy vehicles are not allowed. Loud music from automobile sound systems is not permitted at any time within the complex. The volume should be turned down when entering the community. Guests should be instructed to turn down the volume of their radios, etc, when entering the community.
1.7 Repair Work
Major mechanical work on cars in the parking areas is not permitted at any time except for short term emergency repair.
1.8 Statement of Responsibility
Neither the Homeowners Association, nor the Board of Directors, shall be responsible for the maintenance, insurance, liability, theft, vandalism or any damage which may come to any vehicle. THE VEHICLE(S) OWNER SHALL BE TOTALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY VEHICLE PARKED UPON THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION PROPERTY INCLUDING PERSONAL AND/OR PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE VEHICLE.
1.9 Parking Violations
Owners of vehicles found to be in violation of the vehicle parking regulations or policies are to be notified of the Association’s intent to assess fines or have the vehicle removed. This notification shall be posted prominently on the vehicle and be given one time only. Once the notice has been given, the Association will wait a minimum of twenty four (24) hours before issuing assessment or tow authorization. THE WARNING NOTICE DESCRIBED HERE DOES NOT APPLY TO SECTION 1.3 (ON STREET OR RED CURB PARKING).
1.10 Towing
All towing charges are the responsibility of vehicle owners.
PEACE AND QUIET
2.1 Peace and Quiet
To comply with the City Noise Ordinance, special attention must be given to noise control during the hours between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Every resident, however, should always use consideration and common sense to keep noise at a reasonable level. No boisterous activity, loud talking, or loud music is permitted. Volume of radios, TV sets, stereos, and musical instruments must be kept at a reasonable level at all times to avoid disturbing other residents.
2.2 Private Parties
Residents holding private parties will comply with the following:
Conduct of Guests
The owner will be responsible for the proper behavior of all guests, and for insuring that other residents are in no way disturbed.
Clean up
Residents will clean all common areas used and will remove all debris from decks, walkways, exterior entrance areas, etc.
2.3 Damage to Property
Activities by owners/lessees or by owners’/lessees’ guests, pets, children, and other representatives or agents that might cause damage to other units, buildings, landscaping, or any common area are strictly forbidden. Any such damage will be the financial responsibility of the owner.
2.4 Smoking
It is illegal to smoke on HOA common property and/or within 25 feet of the buildings. Failure to abide by this rule and applicable Utah law will result in fines to the individual.
INSURANCE
3.1 Affect on Insurance
Nothing may be done or stored in any unit or in the common areas that would increase the insurance premiums charged the Association, or would result in the cancellation of that insurance.
3.2 Homeowner’s Insurance
Homeowners are strongly encouraged to have a comprehensive homeowner’s insurance policy, which includes personal liability. The Association policy will not cover damage to personal belongings, or provide coverage for damages attributable to residents’ negligence. This includes landlords and tenants.
EXTERIOR APPEARANCE
4.1 Entrances and Patios
Entrances and patios to all units are to be kept clean and free of debris, and attractive in appearance.
4.2 Landscaping
Owners will be responsible for any damage they, their tenants, guests, or pets cause to trees, shrubs, grass, and other landscaped areas controlled by the HOA. Single Family Homeowners are required to keep their front and side yard lawn areas mowed and watered. Back lawn areas are to be mowed with the length of grass not to exceed 6”
4.3 Signage
Signage is to comply with applicable city ordinances. Signs are not allowed on the exterior of the Townhomes but may be displayed in windows facing outwards. Signage on HOA property must be approved by the HOA Board.
4.4 Exterior Modifications / Additions
Awnings, shutters, decorations of a permanent / semi permanent type, or devices of any type may not be attached to the exterior of the Townhome buildings without written permission of the board.
4.5 Debris
Throwing debris on the common areas or in the roads is strictly prohibited. This includes cigarette butts.
4.6 Trash Can Storage
Except on garbage days, Garbage cans shall be kept off the street on the property of the single family homeowner and if a townhome owner owns a garbage can or recycling can this should be kept in their backyard fenced area.
PETS
5.1 Use of Leash
Pets, including but not limited to dogs and cats, must be attended to and under the control of a responsible person at all times. Dogs cats and any other animal must be on a leash whenever in a common areas. Animals may not be leashed to stationary objects in the common areas.
5.2 Pet Waste Disposal
To ensure the community environment remains pleasant for all, residents who walk their pets on the HOA grounds must clean up after their pets immediately. Failure to do so will result in fines levied on the pet owner by the Association. Any used pet litter or other pet waste must be bagged and tied securely before being placed in the garbage receptacles.
5.3 Loose Animals
Loose animals are subject to being picked up by the local animal control at the owner’s expense.
5.4 Pet Complaints
Residents keeping pets in their units must take all care required to keep the pet from disturbing other residents. If the Board receives a written complaint concerning an animal, the Board will investigate. If a problem is identified, the Board will, at its sole discretion, take action to remedy it. The Board may
require the pet to be permanently removed from the property upon two (2) written notices from the Board following the established grievance procedure. The Board may require the pet owner to remove the animal no matter when the animal was obtained, or whether other pet owners are permitted to retain their animals.
RENTAL OF UNITS
6.1 Leasing or lending
Owners leasing or lending their units will provide a copy of these Rules and Regulations to the prospective occupants, and advise them of their duty to follow them. Any occupant deemed to be a hazard to the community may be required, by the HOA Board, to be evicted from the property at the rental owner’s expense.
6.2 Owner Responsibility
Unit owners are ultimately responsible the actions for their tenants, family members, guests, and any other person residing in or invited to their property.
GRIEVANCES, FINES, AND HEARINGS
7.1 That the following schedule of fines be adopted:
a. List of Violations: Any violation of the Declaration, rules and regulations, and
Bylaws shall be subject to a fine.
b. Schedule of Fines:
(i) 1st violation: WRITTEN WARNING;
(ii) 2nd violation or failure to cure after 1st violation: $50.00;
(iii) 3rd violation or failure to cure after 2nd violation: $100.00;
(iv) 4th violation and all other subsequent violations or failure to cure after 3rd violation or subsequent violations: additional fines up to $500 per month or legal action. Enforcement remedies are cumulative; accordingly, the HOA Board
reserves its right to pursue any enforcement action authorized by law of the Declaration at any time during the fining process.
7.2 That all following procedures will be followed prior to levying a fine:
a. Notice of Violation: All owners will be given a written notice of violation describing the violation and stating a time to cure the violation prior to a fine being levied. An email to the homeowner is considered a written notice.
b. Time to Cure: All owners will be given a minimum of forty-eight (48) hours to cure a common violation before a fine will be levied. The HOA Board in its discretion may grant a cure period exceeding forty-eight (48) hours if the HOA Board determines that forty-eight (48) hours is an unreasonable time period to cure the violation in question. If the violation is deemed by the HOA Board to be a threat to the property, a health concern for the association and its members, or anything deemed by a reasonable person needing to be resolved within a shorter time period for the betterment of the community the board reserves the right to access fees and remedies in less than the forty-eight (48) hour common time to cure standard.
c. Hearing: If a fine is levied, the offending Owner shall have the right to request an informal hearing with the HOA Board to protest or dispute the fine. A request for hearing must be made in writing within thirty (30) days from the date the fine is levied. Notice shall be deemed to have been received three (3) days after mailing via USPS first-class mail, postage prepaid. If a request for hearing is not received by the HOA Board, or their designated agent, within thirty-three (33) days from the date the fine is levied, the fine shall be deemed to be uncontested and the Owner forfeits their right to hearing. A request for hearing shall be delivered to HUNTERS CROSSING HOA 2451 S 1035 E SPANISH FORK, UT 84660. The hearing shall be conducted in accordance with the procedures adopted by the HOA Board. An Owner may also contest the fine by initiating a civil action within one hundred eighty (180) days after the expiration of the thirty (30) day period. d. Collection of Fines: Pursuant to Utah Code Ann. § 57-8-37, fines shall be collected in the same manner as past due assessments. However, interest and late fees shall not accrue on fines until one hundred eighty (180) days after the time for hearing has passed, or, if a hearing is conducted, after a final decision has been rendered.
7.3 That the following procedures shall govern an informal hearing of the HOA Board:
a. Scheduling a Hearing/Continuances/Failure to Appear: The hearing shall, within reason, be conducted at the next regularly scheduled HOA Board meeting. The Board shall give notice of the date, time, and location of the hearing to the requesting Owner. Notice of the hearing shall be delivered to the requesting Owner by USPS first-class mail, postage prepaid, or by hand delivery. No other Owners or parties shall be entitled to notice of the hearing. If the hearing date is unacceptable to the requesting Owner, they shall be entitled to one (1) continuance of the hearing date. To receive a continuance, the requesting Owner shall deliver a written request for continuance to the Association. The request must be received by the HOA prior to the original hearing date. The continued hearing shall, within reason, take place at the second HOA Board meeting after the receipt of the original request for hearing. Failure by a requesting Owner to appear at a hearing or continued hearing shall result in a waiver of the requesting Owner’s right to hearing and the fine shall be deemed uncontested.
b. Hearing Procedures/Decision: The hearing shall be conducted by a minimum of three (3) HOA Board members. The requesting Owner shall be given fifteen (15) minutes to dispute the fine. The requesting Owner may present documentation or witnesses to dispute the fine. The HOA Board may question the requesting Owner or witnesses during the hearing. After hearing the requesting Owner’s position and evidence, the HOA Board may either render its decision at the hearing or take the evidence and argument under advisement. If the HOA Board takes the evidence under advisement, they shall render a final decision within seven (7) days of the hearing. Once a decision is rendered, the HOA Board shall give written notice of their decision to the requesting owner. As part of the decision, the HOA Board shall state that payment of the fine is due within one hundred eighty (180) days or interest and late fees will accrue. Decisions of the HOA Board may be appealed by filing a civil action within one hundred eight (180) days.