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Community Rules And Regulations

The Community Rules set out herein are designed to create and maintain a harmonious and comfortable living environment for all Residents and Invitees in Hidden Meadow Mobile Home Community. Fair and equal application of these Rules is the committed responsibility of Management.  Profanity, physical threats or actual harm will not be tolerated.  Management expects the same courtesy from the Residents and Invitees.  Unacceptable behavior by a Resident or Invitee will be considered just cause for termination of residency.  If, on occasion, you believe proper administration of these Rules has not been maintained, Management invites you to bring these matters to our attention.  Complaints about our Residents and Invitees must be in writing and signed in order for Management to take appropriate actions. 

GENERAL – APPLICATION AND RIGHT TO RESIDE IN THE PARK

  1. A violation of any provision contained in these Rules or failure to give any notice required by these Rules will constitute a breach of the Resident’s Lot Lease.  Any such breach of a Lot Lease will be enforced according to the enforcement provisions contained in the Enforcement section of these Rules.
  2. All Residents have the right to peaceful enjoyment of their space. No resident or Invitee may harass or otherwise limit other Resident’s peaceful enjoyment of their space or other areas of the Community.
  3. These Rules shall be enforced by the Community to encourage the health, safety, welfare, comfort, peace and convenience of each Resident. Any Resident who violates these Rules may forfeit his or her right to reside in the Community.
  4. All persons occupying the home must be listed on the Application, regardless of their age. Any change in Residents of the home must be provided in writing to the Community prior to the person moving into the Community.
  5. Adult Invitees who have resided in the home for more than 14 consecutive days have established residency and are no longer considered Invitees. These individuals are required to fill out an Application prior to the 14th day that must be approved by Management to reside in the Community.
  6. The Community reserves the right to terminate the right to reside in the Community for any Resident who: 

A. Does not maintain his or her home or space in a clean, satisfactory condition; or

B. Is in default under a retail installment contract or other loan document if that contract or loan document was executed for the purchase of a home now located at the Community; or

C. Fails to comply with these rules; or

D.Fails to pay rent, utility charges, or other agreed upon amounts.

OCCUPANCY OF LOTS AND HOMES

  1. Occupancy of the Community and use of the Facilities afforded therein shall be at the sole and exclusive risk of the Residents and their Invitees. The management and/or owners of the Community assume no liability or responsibility for loss or injury due to fire, theft, accident, and damages to property, or death to persons.
  2. Residents must not commit acts or misdemeanors, which would place the management or owners of these premises in violation of any law or ordinance. Residents must obey all federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
  3. No Resident may lease or otherwise assign the right to occupy his or her home or space without prior approval by management.
  4. All Residents are bound by these Rules herein.
  5. Before approving a Lessee who wishes to lease a space, the community will require, at a minimum:

A.   A credit/criminal report acceptable to the Community;

B.   A verified employment history acceptable to the Community;

C.   A verified history of prior residences acceptable to the Community;

D.   Such other information as the Community may require.

 

By completing the Application, the prospective Resident consents to the Community’s obtaining such information.

     6. The Community must approve any change in the number of persons occupying a home. Residents must notify the Community within 7 days of any change in occupancy as described in the General paragraph (4 & 5) of these Rules.

HOME SPECIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  1. All homes to be placed in the Community are subject to Community inspection and approval prior to move in. Site layout and home set up and installation are subject to Community approval.
  2. Home siding and color must be approved by Management.
  3. Home roofs must be in good condition and must be covered entirely with composition shingles and metal. Color of shingles must be approved by Management.
  4. Skirting is mandatory for all homes and must be installed with weed guard, and top rail, within 30 days of the date on which the home is placed on the lot. Skirting material permitted includes vinyl material or smart siding manufactured specifically for use as skirting for manufactured homes.  Skirting must be kept clean and power washed as needed.  Color of skirting must match the color of siding of the house.
  5. Homes including skirting, trim, siding, decks, patios, stairs, storage sheds, and all other additions, must be kept in good cosmetic and structural repair at all times (including but not limited to painting and or staining). Repairs to siding must be completed within two weeks.  Mold, mildew and dirt must be washed from the exterior of the home and Community.
  6. Broken windows must be repaired within 72 hours notice. Windows of homes must not be covered with aluminum foil or items other than window blinds, or correctly mounted curtains.  Window blinds must be kept in good repair.  If blinds are broken, they must be replaced within 2 weeks. 
  7. Holiday decorations must be removed within 20 days after the holiday.
  8. Decks must be installed withing 60 days of move-in. The front deck must be a minimum of 10’ x 12’, the back deck must be a minimum of 4’ x 6’.  Decks must be made of treated lumber and must be stained and sealed with a weather-proof seal every year.  This is the responsibility of the Resident.  Decks must be skirted with weed guard and top rail and must match the home.  Deck covers must also be made of treated lumber and must be stained and sealed with weather-proof seal as needed.  Roof must be shingled and must match existing shingles.  No metal decks and or ramps will be permitted on the property. 
  9. Upon purchase of a home in the Community, any existing deficiencies must be immediately remedied.
  10. No lattice may be used for trim on homes, decks or any other purpose.
  11. A/C window units are not permitted without written approval from Community management. An exception may be made if a  medical need statement by a physician is submitted to the Management Office.  Upon written approval, all window units must be installed at the back or side of the house away from the street, the months of June, July, and August.  No window unit can be installed on the street side.  All window units must be taken down and properly stored the other months of the year.  All units must be properly installed, attractive in appearance, and must not be a nuisance to neighbors or the community.

STRUCTURES AND STORAGE

  1. All structures and additions to a home must be inspected and approved by the community prior to their addition and must comply with all Community requirements and any applicable City, County or State codes.  If applicable, permits must be obtained by residents prior to installation.
  2. Prior to beginning any construction or addition to the home or space, including the planting of landscape materials, Residents must obtain from DIG-TESS (800)344-8377, the location of buried pipes and cables in order to avoid damaging pipes or cable during construction.
  3. All homes must be placed in a uniform manner, in accordance with Hidden Meadow site plan. All homes must be blocked and anchored in accordance with state laws and Community regulations.
  4. Carports are not to be used as open storage areas. The only items that may be stored on driveways or under carports are street legal vehicles, boats, or trailers.
  5. Fencing will be allowed by special written permission of management.
  6. Decks, patio covers, and other improvements must be commercially built or constructed to a high standard of safety and appearance. Patios and decks may not be used for storage.  The only items, which are permitted to be kept on patios are well maintained plants and lawn furniture.  All steps and decks must be stained and sealed to match the home.  Decks must be kept neat, clean and in good repair at all times. 
  7. Storage units must be placed within the property lines and painted to match the home. They must not exceed 8’ x 10’.  Storage units must be approved by Management prior to installation. 
  8. All structures (storage units, porches, steps, etc.), walkways must be kept clean and in good repair. The Community reserves the right to require repair, staining, or removal of structures, or walkways if they are unsafe, unsightly, or no longer meet Community standards.  Upon notice from the Community, required maintenance must occur within 30 days.  If such maintenance is not performed within 30 days, such non-compliance will be deemed a breach of the Lease and will be enforced according to the provisions of the Enforcement section of these Rules.
  9. Fire and safety laws prohibit the use of the space below a manufactured home for storage. Storing items within the space under a home is prohibited.
  10. Carports, storage units, porches, decks, steps and all other additions must be completed within 30 days from start date of project.
  11. Appliances, furniture, scrap building material, lawn mowers, lawn maintenance equipment, trash cans, vehicle parts, inoperable vehicles and non-street legal vehicles must not be stored anywhere on the Community space, including the driveway and carport of resident’s space. Such items must be kept in shed, not provided by Hidden Meadow MHC.
  12. Building materials, if approved by Community management may be stored on space and must be stored neatly only while construction is in progress.
  13. Storage of items on vacant spaces is prohibited. Any item placed on a vacant space, including on the driveway, will be removed without notice.
  14. Trampolines, basketball goals and home-site swing sets; sandbox, and kiddie pools are considered “attractive nuisances” and are thus prohibited.

WINTER CARE

  1. All exposed water lines, hydrants, and connections must be wrapped to prevent freezing.  The installation of heat tape is strongly recommended.  Damage caused by failure to comply is the sole responsibility of the Resident.

SPACE MAINTENANCE

  1. Residents must maintain their site in a clean and orderly fashion.  Residents must care for their lawns, trees, shrubs and other plants. 
  2. Any alterations of a site or its landscaping must be pre-approved by the Community.
  3. Gardens must be weeded and neatly maintained inside site lines.
  4. All plants, trees and permanent fixtures placed in a site by a Resident become property of the Community and cannot be removed.

SPACE USAGE

  1. Spaces may be used as a residence only and may not be used for business.  A home office business is acceptable
  2. One “For Sale” sign, no larger than 12” x 18” is allowed in one window of a Resident’s home. One “For Sale” sign is allowed in the yard. The potential buyer must be approved in advance.
  3. The Community reserves the right to enter a leased premises to inspect and maintain utilities and deliver notices.
  4. Residents must notify the Community of any hazardous conditions, which are known to be a violation of these Rules or applicable state or county laws.
  5. Bows and arrows, slingshots, BB guns, air guns or other weapons are prohibited in the Community except those lawfully obtained and kept only in the Residents home or vehicle. Fireworks of any kind are not permitted in the Community.  All discharges of firearms or fireworks and use of any other weapon will be reported immediately to the Parker County Authorities.
  6. No individual garage or yard sales are allowed.
  7. BBQ grills should be stored in a shed or behind the house. BBQ grills are prohibited under a carport.  Fire pits are not allowed.

TRAFFIC

  1. The 10 mile per hour speed limit within the Community must be observed at all times. Please stop at all intersections and be particularly alert for Children at play.
  2. To help keep the streets in good repair, the only vehicles permitted in the Community are passenger cars, pickup trucks not to exceed 1 ton, motorcycles and service vehicles required by the Community for maintenance and upkeep. Resident must request written permission, which Community may or may not grant at its sole discretion, prior to using any other vehicle on Community premises.
  3. Any operator of a motorized vehicle within the community must have a valid operator’s license.
  4. Streets are fire lanes. Parking in the streets is prohibited.  Parking in the street may obstruct the movement of emergency vehicles.
  5. No parking on the grass or other non-designated areas.

VEHICLE PARKING AND MAINTENANCE

  1. All vehicles must be parked in a driveway or other designated parking space.  Each site has a parking space, which will accommodate parking for two or three vehicles.  No vehicle (including invitees’ vehicles) shall be parked in a street or on the grass.  Vehicle may not be parked horizontally across the parking space. 
  2. Residents owning more than two vehicles must park the additional vehicle or vehicles in any designated parking area located in various areas of the Community. Invitees and guests must park in the designated Community parking spaces.
  3. Concrete can be added by a licensed contractor for parking only with management approval.
  4. No mechanical work is to be performed at Residents space or elsewhere in the Community.
  5. No junked, unusable, unregistered, oversized, leaking, or unsightly vehicles will be allowed in the Community.
  6. Trailers are not allowed on the property. A trailer is an unpowered vehicle towed by a powered vehicle.  It is commonly used for the transport of goods and materials. A trailer for use for a boat is permitted.

VISUAL RESTRICTIONS

  1. Trash cans must be stored in a shed, behind the deck or where it cannot be visibly seen from the street.  Trash can must be placed at the curb on the day of trash pickup, and taken in the same day.   All trash must be bagged and placed in the can for pickup. 
  2. No clotheslines, swing sets, gym sets, antennas, basketball hoops, or kiddie pools are allowed on individual sites.
  3. No satellite dishes may be installed without written approval by the property manager. All satellite dishes must go on the back corner of the homes roof.

PETS

  1. After approval by the Community and after resident signs a Pet Agreement, dogs, cats and other household pets may be kept in a home or on a leash if accompanied by Resident.
  2. Pets may be kept outside in a fully enclosed fenced area approved by Community management.

WAIVERS

  1. The Community’s failure to enforce any provision of these Rules after default or breach by Resident shall not be deemed a waiver of the Community’s right to enforce any and all provisions of these Community Rules upon any other default or breach by a Resident.  The obligation of Lessee to pay rent shall not be deemed to be waived, released, or terminated by the service of a notice to vacate, notice to terminate, notice of breach, demand for possession, or institution of any legal action against Lessee.  The acceptance of any rentals or other sums, due shall not be construed as a waiver of any default or breach by Lessee, nor shall the acceptance reinstate, continue or extend the term of the Lease or affect any notice, demand or suit in connection with the Lease.  No payment by Lessee or receipt by the Community of an amount less than the total rental and charges due shall be deemed to be payment in full, nor shall any endorsement of any check nor any letter accompanying the partial payment be deemed an accord and satisfaction, and the Community may accept the partial payment without prejudice to the Community’s rights to collect the balance of rent and charges due.

UTILITIES

  1. The Resident shall pay any fees for additional installation or hook-up of utilities.
  2. All plumbers or electricians hired by a Resident must be properly licensed by the city, county and/or state as required.
  3. The Community is not responsible for any failure, default, improper act or omission by a utility. The Community will not be responsible for damage done to water heaters by lack of water in the system.  Residents are encouraged to have check valves installed to prevent damage.
  4. Residents must call Dig-Tess at 1-800-344-8377 before beginning any digging, in order not to interfere with utility and water lines.

ENFORCEMENT

  1. Any act that threatens the health or safety of persons in the Community is grounds for immediate eviction with the minimum notice allowed by the Texas Property Code.  The appropriate law enforcement agency will be notified if any Resident commits any act, which is in violation of any local, state, or federal law.
  2. All Violations constitute a breach of the Lease including vehicle parking and vehicle maintenance violations.
  3. The first violation will result in a written warning.
  4. The second violation or failure to cure a continuing violation within 2 days of the initial notice, will result in a second written warning and a fine of $30.00 imposed against the Resident.  Failure to pay the fine within 10 days from its issuance may result in a notice of intent to remove the Resident from the Community.
  5. The third violation or failure to cure a continuing violation within 2 days of the second written warning, will result in a third written warning, a fine of $50.00 imposed against the Resident. Failure to pay the fine within 10 days from its issuance may result in a notice of intent to remove the Resident from the Community.
  6. The fourth and any additional violations: No further written warnings will be given and Vehicles will be towed away without warning at the resident’s expense and/or may result in a notice of intent to remove the Resident from the Community.

MODIFICATION OF RULES

  1. The Community reserves the right to add or to modify these Rules as circumstances require for the safety, care or cleanliness of the Community or the comfort, peace, and quiet of all Residents.  Any modification of the Rules shall be in writing with 30 days advance notice to all Residents.
  2. Residents must comply with all Rules the Community prescribes after they have been given written notice.
  3. The Community’s failure to enforce any of these rules or its failure to insist in any instance on strict performance of any requirement herein shall not be construed as a waiver of these Rules or of any particular rule.
  4. Not withstanding any provision in the Enforcement section to the contrary, the following violations shall be grounds for sending eviction notices without prior written notice or warning of a violation of these rules:

A.   Failure to notify the Community of the name of any new Resident not listed on the Community’s records.

B.   Violation of any federal, state, or local law, ordinance or regulation.

Appendix:
Definitions:

  1. The “Community” means Hidden Meadow MHC.
  2. The term “Management means the owner, community manager and representatives of the owner.
  3. The term “Rules” means these Hidden Meadow MHC Rules and specific rules applicable to certain facilities, as amended from time to time.
  4. The term “Home” means any manufactured home, located in the Community.
  5. The term “Resident” means anyone who lives in the Community, or any person who owns a home located in the Community.
  6. The term “Lease” means the lease agreement entered into between the Management and the Resident.
  7. The term “Invitee” means any person who enters the Community at the request or invitation of a Resident, or to visit a Resident, or to visit a resident for social or business purposes, including any unauthorized occupant.
  8. The term “Unauthorized Occupant” means any person who has not signed a Lease, and who lives in the Community, or owns a Home located in the Community, without the approval or consent of Management.
  9. The term “Adult” means any person who is 18 years or older.
  10. The term “Minor” means any Resident of the Community who is less than 18 years of age. Residents/Lessees will be held accountable for their Minor’s actions and any damage caused by them.
  11. The term “Child” means any Minor who is less than12 years of age. Residents/Lessees will be held accountable for their children’s actions and any damage caused by them.
  12. The term “Application” means the forms and documents, required to be completed by or for a prospective resident.

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