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Legacy Oaks at Northampton RULES AND REGULATIONS Legacy Oaks at Northampton

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Welcome Welcome to Legacy Oaks at Northampton!

We hope you enjoy living in your condominium community. Our intention is to maintain

Legacy Oaks at Northampton as a very agreeable place to live. To that end, we have

established this publication which pertains to living here.

The publication contains Rules and Regulations to maintain the Unity in community

and which take into consideration the well-being, security and contentment of all residents.

We believe you will find them reasonable and will cooperate by upholding them. Preserving

the standards of quality and appearance of our condominium property is our communal

objective.

What defines a condominium is the form of ownership. Living in a condominium

community is a lifestyle choice and different from living in your own entirely-owned property.

Technically, a condominium is a collection of individual home units and Common Elements

along with the land upon which they sit. Individual home ownership within a condominium is

interpreted as ownership of only the interior space contained within the boundaries of the

home. The boundaries of that space are specified by a legal document known as the

Declaration, filed on record with the local governing authority. These boundaries include the

walls surrounding a condo. Anything outside this boundary is held in an exclusive ownership

interest by the Association established at the time of the condominium’s creation.

As a Unit Owner, you own and are responsible for everything inside your Unit.

However, everything outside your Unit (called Common or Limited Common Elements)

belongs wholly or to a limited degree to the Association of which you are one part.

Condominiums have conditions, covenants, and restrictions, and often additional rules that

govern how the individual Unit Owners are to share the space. That means that you cannot

change anything outside your Unit without the concurrence of everyone else in the

condominium community as represented by your Executive Board. Some of those approvals

are granted automatically, but most are not.

Therefore, please keep this document readily available, and refer to it when

necessary. A Table of Contents occurs at the beginning of this document to help you in

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locating needed information. If something arises that you are not sure about, please contact

the management company. Additional information is also contained in the Legacy Oaks at

Northampton Bylaws as recorded in the Bucks County Records.

This booklet is intended to supplement, not replace the Declaration and Bylaws;

therefore, any inadvertent discrepancies between what is expressed in this booklet and the

recorded documents are governed by the Declaration and/or Bylaws.

Date adopted: April 21, 2015

Date effective: April 21, 2015

Changes: February 17, 2020

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Table of Contents

I. General Information ....................................................................................................... 8

A. Description .................................................................................................................................8B. Governance ................................................................................................................................8C. Insurance ...................................................................................................................................8D. Association Responsibilities .......................................................................................................8E. Maintenance Fees, Lien Procedures and Cost of Collection ...................................................... 10

II. Residence and Age Restriction ...................................................................................... 11

A. Age restrictions ............................................................................................................................ 11

B. Occupancy ................................................................................................................................... 11

C. Leasing or Renting ...................................................................................................................... 11

III. Common Elements............................................................................................................. 13

A. Definition ................................................................................................................................ 13

B. Environment of Common Elements ......................................................................................... 13

1. Quiet Enjoyment ........................................................................................................................................ 13

2. Pets ............................................................................................................................................................. 13

3. Vehicle Parking ............................................................................................................................................ 13

4. Trash/Single-Stream Recycling .................................................................................................................... 15

5. Signs ............................................................................................................................................................ 15 6 Snow Removal ............................................................................................................................................ 16

IV. Limited Common Elements: General ............................................................................... 19

A. Definition: ............................................................................................................................. 19

B. Responsibilities: ..................................................................................................................... 19

V. Limited Common Elements: Unit Exterior Openings.................................................... 20

A. Doors .................................................................................................................................... 20B. Windows ............................................................................................................................... 20

VI. Limited Common Elements: Exterior Lighting ................................................................. 22A. General Restriction ................................................................................................................ 22B. Flood Lights and Motion Controlled Lighting .......................................................................... 22C. Building Lighting .................................................................................................................... 22D. Landscape Lighting ................................................................................................................ 23E. Replacement of Exterior Lighting Fixtures .............................................................................. 23

VII. Limited Common Elements: Concrete Surfaces .............................................................. 24A. Patios and Porches ................................................................................................................ 24

B. Walkways/sidewalks ............................................................................................................. 24

VIII. Limited Common Elements: Walkway Gardens ............................................................. 24

A. Landscaping .......................................................................................................................... 25

B. Garden Hose and Holder ....................................................................................................... 25

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IX. Limited Common Elements: Embellishment ....................................................................... 26

A. Seasonal ............................................................................................................................... 26

1. Approval ...................................................................................................................................................... 26

2. Seasonal Wreaths ........................................................................................................................................ 26

3. Holiday Lighting and Decorations ................................................................................................................ 26

B. Ornaments and Plantings ...................................................................................................... 261. Approval ........................................................................................................................................................ 26 2. Flower Pots.................................................................................................................................................... 26 3. Decorative Objects and Storage .................................................................................................................... 26

C. Patio Items ...........................................................................................................................27

1. Fruit and Vegetable Pots ............................................................................................................................... 27 2. Grills, Barbecues and Chimineas ................................................................................................................... 27 3. Firewood Storage ........................................................................................................................................... 27

a)Permitted on the patio only and not requiring prior review or approval by the Architecture Review

Committee or the Executive Board ......................................................................................................... 27

D. Flags ........................................................................................................................................ 27

X. Unit ................................................................................................ ................................. 27

A. Definition ................................................................................................................................. 27

B. Residential Unit Owner Requirements ..................................................................................... 27

1. Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................... 28

2. Insurance .................................................................................................................................................... 28

3. Additions or changes: ............................................................................................................................ 28

XI. Buildings: Exteriors .......................................................................................................... 29

A. Stipulations ............................................................................................................................ 29

B. Prohibited Exterior Additions or Alterations ........................................................................... 29

1. Clothes drying lines .................................................................................................................................... 29

2. Flag poles .................................................................................................................................................... 29

3. Lampposts ................................................................................................................................................... 29

4. Outdoor recreational equipment ................................................................................................................ 29

5. Wind chimes ................................................................................................................................................ 29

6. Wishing wells or similar structures ............................................................................................................. 29

7. Vegetable gardens ...................................................................................................................................... 29

8. Fences, except as provided by the builder on the perimeter of the patio.................................................. 29

C. Permitted Exterior Additions or Alterations..................................................................................291. Attic Fans .................................................................................................................................................... 29

2. Awnings ...................................................................................................................................................... 29

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3. Satellite Dishes ........................................................................................................................................... 30

4. Temporary Structures ..................................................................................................................................30..

XII. Landscaping ..................................................................................................................... 31A. Guiding Principles ................................................................................................................... 31B. Unit Owner Planting and Maintenance ................................................................................... 32C. Unit Owner Personal Planting Designs and Maintenance of Shrubs ........................................ 33

XIII. Enforcement .................................................................................................................. 34A. Complaint Procedures ........................................................................................................... 341. Management Company ............................................................................................................................ 34

2. Executive Board ........................................................................................................................................ 34

B. Enforcement of Fines .......................................................................................................34

C. Complainants ........................................................................................................................ 34D. Fines ..................................................................................................................................... 34E. Violation ............................................................................................................................... 35F. Repeat Violation ................................................................................................................... 35G. Incurred Expenses ................................................................................................................. 35

XIV. APPENDIX: DATA SHEET/USEFUL INFORMATION .........................................................36

XV. APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS ....................................... 37A. Approved Step Railing ........................................................................................................... 37B. Approved Exterior Lighting .................................................................................................... 38

XVI. APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED LANDSCAPING ELEMENTS ....................... 39A. Chart of Approved Species for Legacy Oaks at Northampton .............................................. 39

XVII. APPENDIX: COMMON EXPENSE ASSESSMENT FEE RESOLUTION ............................... 41XVIII. APPENDIX: COMPLIANCE AND DEFAULT RESOLUTION ............................................. 43XIX. APPENDIX: INTERIOR DAMAGE RESOLUTIONS .............................................................. 43XX. APPENDIX: INSURANCE COVERAGE, DEDUCTIBLE & CLAIMS PROCEDURE RESOLUTION 48

XXi. APPENDIX: POLICY ON EMERGENCY GENERATORS, ......................................................50

This document supersedes all previous copies of Rules and Regulations for Legacy Oaks at Northampton. It is formatted in 11 point Calibri font.

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I. General InformationA. Description

1. Legacy Oaks at Northampton consists of 72 units on 22.01 acres. There are four Units within each Building Area. Address locations are listed on Legacy Oaks Drive and Barness Court.

B. Governance

1. As a private condominium association, we are governed by our own Declaration, our By-Laws, and by these Rules and Regulations. We elect our own Executive Board from our Unit Owner membership, and the Executive Board manages the Association affairs on behalf of our 72 Unit Owners.

2. The Executive Board, on behalf of the Association, retains the services of a professional management company to handle the day-to-day operations of the Association. For addresses and telephone numbers see: APPENDIX: DATA

SHEET/USEFUL INFORMATION.

3. The Association and the management company do not have the responsibility for law enforcement at Legacy Oaks of Northampton. The responsibility for dealing with suspicious or criminal activity remains exclusively with the Northampton Township Police Department. See APPENDIX: DATA SHEET/USEFUL INFORMATION for address and telephone numbers.

C. Insurance

1. A master policy for insurance coverage is purchased by the Association specifically for Common Elements. All Unit Owners must obtain insurance at their own expense providing coverage on the Unit and, personal property and for their personal liability.

Legacy Oaks is located in Richboro, Pa. 18954.

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D. Association Responsibilities1. The Condominium Association of Legacy Oaks at Northampton as represented by the Executive Board:a) administers the affairs of the Association

b) adopts, repeals or amends Rules and Regulations

c) manages, operates, maintains and insures the Common Elements. The Association is responsible for all maintenance, repair and replacement of the Common Elements and some Limited Common Elements.

d) keeps and audits books and records

e) maintains blanket fidelity bonds for all directors and employees of the Association

f) maintains insurance for the benefit and protection of Unit Owners and the Association.

g) borrows and repays money on behalf of the Association.

h) verifies age requirements and complies with appropriate laws and the Declaration

i) may acquire and mortgage Units on behalf of the Association

j) may do anything necessary to the foregoing, consistent with the legal documents of the Association

k) may employ a managing agent

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E. Maintenance Fees, Lein Procedures and Cost of Collection

1. Reference

a) APPENDIX: COMMON EXPENSE ASSESSMENT FEE RESOLUTION

2. Process

a) The annual assessment for Common Element expenses is divided into

twelve (12) equal monthly installments rounded off into the nearest

dollar.

b) Each monthly common expense assessment is due by the first of each

month.

3. Delinquency and Collection

a) Any payment not received by the tenth of the month is considered

delinquent.

b) Unit Owners are responsible for remitting the monthly assessment on

time. Failure to receive an invoice is not a defense to the late fee

charge. A late fee ($25.00) will be automatically added each month to

each account with a balance in excess of $25.01.

c) Any Unit Owner with a delinquent account exceeding the equivalent of

two-months’ billed condominium fees will receive one warning letter

per fiscal year.

d) Related charges for collection of any delinquent account are the

responsibility of the Unit Owner including:

(1) court and legal costs

(2) late fees

(3) collection expenses

(4) delinquent common expenses of all the remaining installments

due for the current fiscal year including the amount of any

special assessment.

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e) Delinquencies result in reduced or removed privileges including voting

privileges at the Unit Owner's meeting.

II. Residence and Age RestrictionA. Age restrictions

1. Units must be owned and occupied by at least one person of at least the

Minimum Age (55).

2. No person younger than 19 years of age may occupy a Unit for more than 90

days per year.

B. Occupancy

1. A complete list of occupancy restrictions is listed in the Declaration.

2. Maximum permanent occupancy is three (3) persons.

3. Temporary occupancy not aggregating more than ninety (90) days in any

calendar year by persons of any age is not prohibited.

C. Leasing or Renting

1. Unit Owners may lease their Unit, but no less than the entire Unit. No Unit may

be leased without a written lease which is subject to written approval by the Executive

Board.

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III. Common ElementsA. Definition:

1. All portions of the Condominium other than Units, including

a) any streets and drives located in the Condominium

b) all utility systems and lines and components thereof not forming part of

a Unit

c) any and all storm water management basins and other drainage

facilities

2. not dedicated or to be dedicated to the Municipality or other management

B. Environment of Common Elements

1. Quiet Enjoyment

a) The Common Elements may be used only for the benefit and enjoyment

of the Unit Owners and occupants of the Units, and their guests and

invitees. No Unit Owner may carry on any activity or conduct, or permit

any activity or conduct to be carried on, that unreasonably interferes

with the quiet enjoyment by the occupants of any other Unit.

2. Pets

a) Pet ownership affects the health, welfare and convenience of all

residents.

b) A Unit Owner may keep one or two common house pets, provided such

pets are not kept or maintained for commercial purposes.

c) When anyone is walking an animal on Common Elements, it must be

carried or on a leash and attended by a responsible person.

d) Pets may not be chained or tied on the Common Elements, including

front lawns.

e) Pets may not be left unattended on either Common Elements or Limited

Common Elements.

f) Pet owners are responsible for any property damage, injury, or

disturbance (loud or continual barking) pet may cause or inflict.

g) Solid waste must be cleaned up and disposed of immediately by each

pet owner. If a pet causes any turf damage (liquid waste or digging), the

pet owner responsible will be held liable for the cost of the turf

renovation.

h) Failure to abide by these rules may result in a fine imposed on the Unit

Owner's account.

3. Vehicle Parking

a) Prohibited in Legacy Oaks:

(1) Using more than one parking space within the designated lined,

parking areas

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(2) Parking in common driveways if it impedes access to other

buildings or individual garages

(3) Long term parking in a designated, lined parking area

(4) On-street parking (except for temporary parking by temporary

guests and workers)

(5) Repair or maintenance of any vehicle (other than repair of flat

tire) unless done completely within Unit Owner's garage

(6) Street parking one hour after a snowfall has commenced or in

any way obstructing the removal of snow from the Common

Elements

(7) Parking in the space at the end of the Common Elements

driveway at any time during snow removal

b) Parking prohibited unless entirely enclosed in a Unit Owner's garage:

(1) Commercial vehicles (with a truck or commercial license)

(2) Trucks, trailers or mobile homes, RV's, boats, campers and ATV's

(3) Vehicles without current registration and/or inspection-stickers

(4) Disabled vehicles (flat tires or body damage)

(5) Covered vehicles

c) Order of Usage of Parking Locations in Common and Limited

Common Elements

(1) Unit occupants, their temporary (limited period of time) guests

and workers must park their vehicles according to the following

order of use:

ORDER LOCATION INTENDED USE

1 Spaces in front of Unit garage

door

Private use for:

• Residents

• Temporary guests

• Temporary workers

2 The space at the end of the

Common Elements driveway

Temporary and infrequent use for:

• Residents

• Guests

• Workers

3

Lined parking spaces indented off

Legacy Oaks Drive or Barness

Court


• Residents

• Guests

• Workers

4 On-street


• Residents

• Guests

• Workers

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4. Trash/Single-Stream Recycling

a) Trash day is Tuesday. If trash/recycling collection day is a holiday, then

collection will occur on Wednesday for just that week.

b) No trash or recycling material should be put out prior to 4 PM the day

before pick-up; trash and recycling containers must be removed by

midnight of the collection day.

c) Trash must be secured within a lidded trash container or tightly secured

in opaque trash bags, preferably black, and double bagged so as not to

attract animals or pests.

d) Recycling must be contained within a plastic recycling container. No

recycling materials may be placed in a plastic bag.

e) No portion of the property may be used as a dumping ground for

rubbish, trash, wood, metal scrap or other waste.

f) Trash and recycling containers must be kept in the garage or on patios

out of sight from the street and/or other residents.

g) Bulk pick-up is on Fridays. Please contact the trash hauler selected by

Northampton Township. See APPENDIX: DATA SHEET/USEFUL

INFORMATION to arrange for this service.

h) Yard waste in bio-degradable bags collection

(1) April 1 through December 15 occurs on Wednesday.

(2) December 16 through March 31 occurs on Tuesday

(a) Limited to 5 bags

5. Signs

a) Without prior written consent of the Executive Board, the following are

not permitted on the Common or Limited Common Elements or on the

Units (if visible from the outside):

(1) Signs, banners (seasonal or other), decorative flags, billboards

or informational signs

(2) Real estate, "for sale", "for rent" or "open house" signs, or other

advertising signs (other than security service signs)

(3) Contractor's signs

b) Permitted Signs

(1) Security service signs are permitted on the inside of windows or

free standing in the mulch beds; they may not be taller than 3

feet, and they must be within 5' of Unit.

(2) Maintenance and replacement of any exterior signage is the

Unit Owner’s responsibility.

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(3) Neither the Association nor its contractors will be held

responsible in any way for any damage to signs placed on the

Limited Common Grounds or Elements.

6. Snow Removal

a) Services:

(1) are provided in accordance with Northampton Township

requirements for snow removal or as may be directed by the

Legacy Oaks at Northampton Executive Board through the

management company

(2) will generally not be provided for snow events accumulating

less than 2 inches (2”) in uniform depth

(3) may include but are not required or limited to

(a) plowing

(b) shoveling

(c) application of salt or other snow melters

(4) are alike for all Common Elements and Limited Common

Elements throughout the community

b) On streets, driveways, and Unit sidewalks:

(1) is a contract service performed when snow depths accumulate

to a uniform depth of two inches (2”) or greater community-

wide

(2) will occur as soon as practical after a snow event concludes and

in no event later than 24 hours after the snowfall ends

(3) may occur multiple times whenever exceptional storms are

predicted

c) Unit Owner Responsibilities:

(1) No parking during snow removal services:

(a) on-street one hour after a snowfall has commenced

(b) which in any way obstructs the removal of snow from

the Common Element streets

(c) anywhere in the driveways except for Unit Owners’ two

(2) Limited Common Element garage front parking

spaces (d) at the end of the Common Element

driveway.

(2) For snow events less than 2 inches (2”) in uniform depth,

(a) are responsible for snow removal

(i) on their Limited Common Elements

(a) sidewalks

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(b) two parking spaces facing their garages porches and patios

(ii) may use snow melter exclusively for use on

concrete sidewalk surfaces.

(b) may wait for natural snow melting (c) for personal

safety reasons should:

(i) avoid walking or standing on snow- or

icecovered Common or Limited Common

Elements (ii) enter or exit their Units by

personal vehicle through their garages

d) Budgeting

(1) Costs in excess of budgeted amounts may be assessed at the

end of each snow season, each Unit Owner being charged 1/72 of the

total excess.

e) Ice removal

(1) When snowfalls result in an accumulation of ice or the streets are

covered with ice, snow plowing is a wasted effort.

(2) Ice removal efforts on asphalt surfaces are best done with salt.

f) Deviations

(1) The Executive Board may deviate from the process set forth in

these Rules and Regulations if in its sole discretion such deviation is

reasonable under the circumstances.

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IV. Limited Common Elements: GeneralA. Definition:

1. “…for the exclusive use of one or more, but fewer than all, Unit Owners

...without limiting the foregoing, includes: “

a) exterior openings

(1) doors

(2) windows

(3) garage doors

b) driveways

c) walkways

d) the plants, shrubbery and trees outside a Unit

e) walkway gardens

f) porches, courtyards or patios

g) building roofs and exteriors

h) Unit exterior lights

B. Responsibilities:

1. Limited Common Elements that are the responsibility of Legacy Oaks at

Northampton to maintain:

a) driveways

b) walkways

c) shrubbery and trees outside a Unit

d) walkway gardens

e) building roofs and exteriors

2. Limited Common Elements that are the responsibility of Unit Owners to

maintain but which may not be altered by the Unit Owners without Executive

Board approval for Unit:

a) exterior openings

(1) doors

(2) windows

(3) garage doors

b) porches, courtyards

c) exterior lights

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V. Unit Exterior Openings Doors

1. The cost, care and maintenance of all doors are the responsibility of Unit

Owners. However, Legacy Oaks at Northampton is responsible for the painting of the

front door when directed by the Executive Board.

2. Nonetheless, Unit exterior doors may not be altered or replaced except with the

permission of the Executive Board.

3. All maintenance or replacement must conform to specifications and standards

established by the Executive Board and located within the document:

SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS

a) Storm Door

(1) Does not require prior review or approval by the Architecture

Review Committee or the Executive Board

(2) Any variation must have Board approval.

b) Door Knockers or Name Plates

(1) Polished Brass finish door knockers not exceeding 8" in height,

or polished brass finished name plates not exceeding 2" x 8" are

permitted on the front door only.



c) Kick Plates

(1) Polished brass kick plates not to exceed the bottom rail in

height are permitted on the front door



B. Windows

1. The cost, care and maintenance of all windows are the responsibility of Unit

Owners.

2. However, windows may not be altered or replaced except with the permission

of the Executive Board.


established by the Executive Board and located within the document

SPECIFICATIONS

FOR ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS


Limited Common Elements: A.

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4. Decorative Glass Windows

a) The window lights alongside the front door or above the sliding doors to

the patio may be replaced with decorative inserts provided that these inserts

are clear, colorless cut glass with optional decorative brass inserts.

b) Does not require prior review or approval by the Architecture Review

Committee or the Executive Board

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VI. Exterior Lighting General Restriction

1. All exterior lighting changes require prior review by the Architectural Review

Committee and approval by the Executive Board.

2. All exterior lighting installed by a Unit Owner may light only the LimitedCommon Area associated with the Unit Owner’s Unit; it may not shine intoanother Unit Owner’s windows.

3. Installation must not interfere with any exterior maintenance work now or in

the future.

4. Since the installation is performed on Common Elements (including Limited

Common Elements),

a) Installation which requires additional wiring must be by a licensed

electrician only

b) Any necessary permits are the responsibility of the Unit Owner.

c) Any damage to Common Elements as a result of this installation is the

responsibility of the Unit Owner.

5. Recommended or required models are described and specified in document

SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS

B. Flood Lights and Motion Controlled Lighting

1. Floodlights for security purposes, positioned so as not to shine into neighbor’s

windows are allowed by individual approval only.

2. These lights must be controlled by motion detectors and sunlight sensors. Unit

Owners will receive a list of approved models on receipt of their request for approval.

3. Up to two (2) lamps may be mounted on the fascia boards on the front of the

Unit so as to illuminate the walkway only. The area of illumination must not impinge on

the windows or doorways of any adjacent unit.

4. Up to two (2) lamps may be mounted on the fascia boards on the side of the

Unit so as to illuminate the Common Area side yard only. The area of illumination must

not impinge on the windows or doorways of any adjacent unit.

C. Building Lighting

1. Approved lighting fixtures for the following locations on the Unit exteriors are

located in document LEGACY OAKS AT NORTHAMPTON ARCHITECTURAL

SPECIFICATIONS and at APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS.

a) Single light attached to the ceiling on the porch at the Unit front door.



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b) Single light at the Unit patio slider

c) Twin lights, one on each side of the Unit garage door.

D. Landscape Lighting

1. All landscape lighting must be contained within the Limited Common Element

walkway gardens associated with the Unit Owner.

2. Installation must not interfere with any maintenance work in the walkway

garden now or in the future.

3. A maximum of six (6) landscaping lights located in the mulch beds is permitted

by approval only.

a) Only white light is permitted. Colored lights or filters of any sort are not

permitted.

b) Decorative solar lights must be:

(1) no more than 12 inches tall

(2) inspected periodically to ensure that they are

working and

vertical

c) Cabled lights must be focused only on the stonework.

E. Replacement of Exterior Lighting Fixtures

1. When exterior lights are not functioning or usable, the Unit Owner must have

the fixtures and bases removed.

2. If replacement is required, they must be replaced with the Executive Board

approved fixtures.

3. Replacement does not require prior review or approval by the Architecture

Review Committee or the Executive Board.

4. Any damage done to the Common Elements (including Limited Common

Elements) such as siding, fascia, frames, etc. must be repaired at the Unit Owner’s

expense.

5. Repair of any damage done to Unit Owner-installed landscape lighting by any

Association contractor is the Unit Owner’s responsibility.

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VII. Concrete Surfaces

Patios and Porches

1. The cost, care and maintenance of all patio and porches concrete surfaces are

the responsibility of Unit Owners.

2. However, patio and porches concrete surfaces may not be altered except with

the permission of the Executive Board.

a) Painting the patio and porches concrete surfaces is not permitted.


established by the Executive Board.

4. Steps

a) Additional steps from the patios or walkways to the driveways are

permitted by individual approval only. The Unit Owner must obtain all

necessary Township permits, if necessary.

b) Requires prior review and approval by the Architecture Review

Committee and the Executive Board

B. Walkways/sidewalks

1. The cost, care and maintenance of all concrete surfaces that are

walkways/sidewalks are the responsibility of Legacy Oaks at Northampton.

2. Painting the walkways/sidewalks concrete surfaces is not permitted.

3. Step Railing

a) With approval by the Architectural Committee and the Executive Board,

Unit Owners may install a step railing according to the following requirements

and specifications located in APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL

ELEMENTS.

b) For the record, a written request must be submitted to the

Architectural Review Committee and written approval received prior to

installation. Application must include a sketch or picture of the proposed

installation.

c) All cost incurred for purchase, installation, and any future maintenance

of the railing is the responsibility of the Unit Owner.

d) Neither the Association nor any of their contractors will be held

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VIII. Limited Common Elements: Walkway GardensA. Landscaping

1. Requires prior review and approval by the Architecture Review Committee and

the Executive Board:

a) Additional landscaping of any sort

b) Additional flower or mulch beds or the extension of any existing flower

or mulch beds

2. Not permitted under any circumstances

a) Re-grading of any association property

B. Garden Hose and Holder

1. Garden hoses and holders may be stored adjacent to the buildings in the mulch

beds or on the patios. They may not be attached to the buildings in any way. Bear in

mind that the landscape contractors must have free access to all lawn areas and mulch

beds.

2. Does not require prior review or approval by the Architecture Review


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IX. Limited Common Elements: EmbellishmentA. Seasonal

1. Approval

a) Does not require prior review or approval by the Architecture Review


2. Seasonal Wreaths

a) Seasonal wreaths and similar decorations other than specific holiday

lights and decorations are permitted.

3. Holiday Lighting and Decorations

a) Holiday lighting and decorations are permitted provided that they are

not permanently attached to any part of the buildings. These must be removed

within 30 days after the celebration of the specific holiday.

B. Ornaments and Plantings

1. Approval

a) The following approved ornaments and plantings do not require prior

review or approval by the Architecture Review Committee or the Executive

Board but must adhere to the following constraints.

2. Flower Pots

a) A total of six (6) flower pots and/or flower planters is permitted.

Without creating a safety hazard or interfering with normal maintenance, they

may be located on:

(1) front porch

(2) unit walkways

(3) mulch beds or suspended from a shepherd hook there

3. Decorative Objects and Storage

a) A maximum of six (6) decorative statuary ornaments or other decorative

objects are permitted on the front porches or mulch beds.

(1) None may exceed the height of the Unit windowsill.

(2) Four (4) of the six (6) objects may not exceed 8” in height, 12” in

length or width.

(3) Bird feeders or bird houses are permitted on a shepherd hook in

the mulch beds.

(a) Each counts as one of the six allowable decorative

objects.

(4) A single, properly-maintained bird bath is permitted in the

mulch beds and counts as one of the six allowable decorative

objects.

(a) However, standing water is a potential breeding ground

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(b) Therefore, Unit Owners must ensure that birdbath

water is changed at least weekly.

b) Removable patio/porch furniture items do not count as decorative

objects.

c) No decorative objects may interfere with normal maintenance of the

Common Elements or Limited Common Elements.

C. Patio Items

1. Fruit and Vegetable Pots

a) Fruit, vegetable, and herb containers are permitted on the patio only

and may not be visible above the fence line.

2. Grills, Barbecues and Chimineas

a) Outdoor grills, barbecues, and chimineas are permitted on the patio

provided that when in use they are no closer than 12" from any siding or

fencing. Chimineas must also be on a ceramic or metal stand. Any damage

resulting from the use of these items is the sole responsibility of the Unit

Owner. Any required damage repairs must be the same design, material, color

and texture as the original. All costs are the responsibility of the Unit Owner.

3. Firewood Storage

a) Firewood may be stored on the Unit Owner's patio provided that it is

stacked no closer than 12" from any structure or siding, and that the height of

the stack is at least 6" below the top of the fencing

b) Permitted on the patio only and not requiring prior review or approval

by the Architecture Review Committee or the Executive Board

D. Flags

1. Small American flags are permitted in the mulch beds along walkways, or in

windows.

2. Decorative flags or seasonal banners are not permitted.

X. UnitA. Definition

1. The interior spaces of each of the 72 homes that are not a part of the Common

Elements or Limited Common Elements as defined by the Declaration…those interior

spaces are the property of a Unit Owner.

B. Residential Unit Owner Requirements

1. Maintenance

a) Reference: APPENDIX: INTERIOR DAMAGE RESOLUTIONS 1 AND 2

b) All Unit Owners are responsible for maintaining their Units

(1) in a safe, clean and sanitary condition

(2) in good order and repair

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(3) in accordance with all applicable restrictions, conditions,

ordinances and codes under the Condominium Documents or

under law.

c) No building, alteration, repair, replacement or other improvement of a

Unit, the Common Elements, or the Limited Common Elements which

changes the external appearance of a Unit, a Building or the Common

Elements or the Limited Common Elements is permitted without the

prior review and written approval of the Executive Board.

2. Insurance

a) To the extent not covered by insurance as a casualty loss, damage to the

interior of a Unit is the responsibility of the Unit Owner.

(1) The Association is responsible for all maintenance, repair and

replacement of the Common Elements and some Limited

Common Elements.

(2) The Association is not responsible for repair of any interior

damage to dwelling Units unless that damage is covered by the

insurance policy maintained by the Association (less deductible)

or is directly attributable to gross negligence by the Association

in the performance of its duties.

3. Additions or changes:

a) It is the Unit Owner's responsibility to assure that any approved

additions or modifications are performed in a professional and

workmanlike manner and that all legal requirements are met prior to

the start of work. b) The Unit Owner is ultimately responsible to the

Association for all damages or unauthorized changes as a result of any

work performed.

c) Any damages or unauthorized changes to the Association property must

be fully restored to the original design, color and texture at the Unit Owner's

expense.

d) It is also the Unit Owner's responsibility to obtain the proper forms as

well as all pertinent supporting information (drawings, manufacturers

specifications, permits, etc.) when applying for a permitted change.


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XI. Buildings: ExteriorsA. Stipulations

1. The exteriors of all Buildings including Unit exteriors:

a) are the property of Legacy Oaks at Northampton and may not be altered

except with the permission of the Executive Board

2. Cost, care and maintenance of all Buildings including Unit exteriors:

a) are the responsibility of Legacy Oaks at Northampton and are treated as

Common Expenses

3. Legacy Oaks at Northampton reserves the right:

a) to do what is necessary to maintain the exteriors of all Buildings

B. Prohibited Exterior Additions or Alterations

1. Clothes drying lines

2. Flag poles

a) freestanding or affixed to any part of the buildings

3. Lampposts

4. Outdoor recreational equipment

5. Wind chimes

6. Wishing wells or similar structures

7. Vegetable gardens

8. Fences, except as provided by the builder on the perimeter of the patio

C. Permitted Exterior Additions or Alterations

1. All require:

a) prior review by the Architectural Review Committee

b) written approval by the Executive Board.

2. Attic Fans

a) Attic fans designed to exhaust hot air from under the roof line are

permitted by request.

b) Applicants will receive a list of approved models upon receipt of

application.

3. Awnings

a) Retractable awnings over the patio are permitted by approval.

b) Required during the approval process: detailed specifications for

(1) dimensions

(2) location

(3) color and pattern selections

4. Satellite Dishes

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a) Satellite dishes are permitted by prior written approval if they are

(1) less than 1 meter in diameter

(2) for the reception of TV or Internet signals provided that an

acceptable signal level is received (FCC Rule 47 C.F.R. Section

1.40000)

(3) are placed as low as possible, preferably at ground level

(4) not visible from outside the fenced area of a Courtyard

b) Requires submission of a certified site survey with your request for

approval

5. Temporary Structures

a) Temporary structures such as tents, trailers, etc. are permitted by prior

written approval only. These structures must be removed as soon as

their intended use is completed.


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XII. LandscapingA. Guiding Principles

1. The shrubbery, trees and plants outside a Unit on all Common Elements,

including Limited Common Elements, are the property of Legacy Oaks at Northampton

and are not to be altered, removed or relocated except at the direction of the Executive

Board.

2. The cost, care and maintenance of all plantings are the responsibility of Legacy

Oaks at Northampton and are treated as Common Expenses.

a) Known dead or challenged plant material should be reported to the

management company.

3. Legacy Oaks at Northampton reserves the right to add, remove, cut back and

replace trees, plants and shrubs on all Common Elements, including Limited Common

Elements.

4. Foliage or plantings of any type that interfere with contracted maintenance

activities or create safety hazards will be removed.

5. It is important that the plantings in all Common Elements (including Limited

Common Elements) be compatible with the existing overall landscape design and be

appropriate as to the following.

a) Conditions

b) Expanse

c) Height

(1) Low-growing plantings are appropriate

(a) under windows

(b) around fencing

(2) Taller shrubs are appropriate

(a) in front of the chimney

(b) in the corners of Units where no

windows are involved

(c) around air-conditioning units

(d) against a solid wall on all Units

d) Species

(1) Those species that are recommended by the Landscape

Committee and approved by the Executive Board are listed in

APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED LANDSCAPING ELEMENTS.

(2) Listing of approved species may be adjusted as experience and

history dictate.

e) Maintenance capability

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(1) All plantings must be compatible with the maintenance

procedures established by the Executive Board in concert with

contracts which the Executive Board makes with contractors

according to

(a) Schedule

(i) planting

(ii) trimming

(iii) fertilizing

(b) Size

(c) Conditions

B. Unit Owner Planting and Maintenance

1. At their own expense Unit Owners may plant their own seasonal annuals or

perennials within

a) the Garden Walkways immediately adjacent to their Units

b) the shrubbery beds surrounding the compressor for the Unit’s HVAC

c) the area along the driveway under the sunroom windows and beside

the Patio

2. Unit Owner seasonal plantings must comply with the following requirements:

a) Walkway gardens may not be resized or reshaped.

b) All planting beds will be edged and mulched by the landscape service.

c) Re-grading of any Common or Limited Common Elements is not

permitted under any circumstances.

d) Foliage or plantings of any type that interfere with contracted

maintenance activities or create safety hazards will be removed.

e) No invasive plants, vines or ground cover on any Common Elements,

including Limited Common Elements are permitted.

3. Removal or cutbacks

a) All seasonal annual plantings by Unit Owners must be removed by

November 15 or earlier if directed by the Executive Board.

b) All perennial plantings by Unit Owners must be cut back by November

15 or earlier if directed by the Executive Board.

4. Landscaping alongside the Limited Common Element parking space in front of

the garage

a) Landscaping with river rock (3” or greater in size) is permitted along the

edge of a Unit Owner’s driveway so long as landscape mesh or plastic is

installed under the rocks to prevent and control weed growth. This

installation is at the Unit Owner’s personal expense.

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a) To avoid the problem of landscapers cutting or nicking Courtyard fences:

(1) landscaping with river rock (3” or greater in size) is permitted

under and alongside the Courtyard fence

(2) landscaping with mulch is permitted under and alongside the

Courtyard fence

b) Contracted Iandscapers are not responsible for repair of fences.

C. Unit Owner Personal Planting Designs and Maintenance of Shrubs

1. Unit Owners may propose personal designs for planting the Walkway Gardens

outside their Unit with the following understandings:

a) The first and absolute requirement is that anything the Unit Owner

chooses to do must be recommended by the Landscape Committee and

approved by the Executive Board.

b) Unit Owners considering such an action should contact the

management company first.

c) All changes by the Unit Owner must be compatible with the existing

overall ambience and landscape design scheme of Legacy Oaks at Northampton

as understood by the Landscape Review Committee and the Executive Board.

(1) Any plantings must be chosen from the list of suitable plants

which meet with the requirement that the plantings in all Common

Elements (including Limited Common Elements) be appropriate as to

type of

(a) Species and variety

(b) Size

(c) Conditions

(d) Maintenance capability

2. Approved Plant Material is listed at APPENDIX: SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED

LANDSCAPING ELEMENTS

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XIII. EnforcementA. Complaint Procedures

1. Management Company

a) A management company manages the property on a daily basis

including management of questions, complaints, and requests for service or

information.

b) Direct all questions, complaints, and requests for service or information

to the management company.

2. Executive Board

a) The Executive Board may request that Unit Owners wishing to make a

complaint to the Association send such complaint in written form.

B. Enforcement of Fines

1. Reference

a) See: APPENDIX: COMPLIANCE AND DEFAULT RESOLUTION

2. Essential Information

a) Any violation of the governing documents may subject the violator to a

penalty or fine imposed by the Executive Board.

b) A fine will be applied to the Unit Owner (who is ultimately responsible

for all fines and the removal of all violations) regardless of whether the

offender is the Unit Owner, a household member, a tenant, or a guest.

C. Complainants

1. Violation of the rules may be reported to the management company by anyone

in the community.

2. The Executive Board may request that the complaint be put in writing.

3. Violations which are observed first-hand by an Executive Board member or the

management company can be processed as a complaint.

D. Fines

1. General

a) The Executive Board may not impose any fine or deny any rights of a

Unit Owner for violations of the rules until the Unit Owner has been notified of

the violation and given the opportunity for a hearing held in Executive Session

within ten days of notification:

b) The payment of a fine does not relieve the offender of the obligation of

correcting the violation.

E. Violation

1. A rule violation not corrected after the written notification and within a ten

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F. Repeat Violation

1. A rule violation not corrected within thirty (30) days of the notice letter results

in a fine of $100.

2. Additional fines of $100 may be charged without a grace period for each

following thirty (30)-day period in which the violation has not been corrected; OR the

Executive Board may, at its discretion and with proper notification to the Unit Owner,

assess a $50 per day fine to encourage compliance with the rule or regulation in

question until such time as the violation is corrected.

3. If the bill is not paid by the Unit Owner, a higher fine may be imposed. If the

fine remains unpaid, a lien may be placed against the Unit in question.

G. Incurred Expenses

1. If the Association incurs expenses to correct the violation, this expense will be

applied to the Unit Owner.

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XIV. APPENDIX: DATA SHEET/USEFUL INFORMATIONRealty Management &

Maintenance

Elizabeth Ashdale-LaMent

456 Germantown Pike, Suite 2

Lafayette Hill, PA 19444

Northampton Township

[email protected]

TP: 610.832.0500

FX: 610.832.0508

Northampton Township Complex Northampton Township Police Department

55 Township Road 50 Township Road

Richboro, PA 18954 Richboro, PA 18954

TP: (215) 357-6800 Emergency: 911

FX: (215) 357-1251 Business Only: (215) 322-6111

Trash Removal

(Non-Emergency): (215) 357-8700

J. P. Mascaro & Sons

Delaware Valley Division

Lower and Wile Roads

Souderton, PA 18964

(215) 721-1600

(800) 444-6272

Insurance Agen(t)(cy)

Smith Insurance Agent: Brian Friel

215-542-5959 [email protected] (X115) CERTIFICATE:

Jan Fusco TP: 215-542-5959 (press 1)

FX: 215-542-6990


APPENDIX

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XV. : SPECIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTSLegacy Oaks at Northampton has published a separate document which contains the

architectural specifications for all exteriors in the community. The document is: LEGACY OAKS AT

NORTHAMPTON ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS and is available from the management company.

A hard copy or a digital copy can be mailed to you. In addition, the following are specifications for:

o Step Railing o

Exterior Lights

A. Approved Step Railing

With approval by the Architectural Committee and the Executive Board, Unit Owners may install

a step railing according to the following requirements:

The railing must be:

1. installed alongside one side of the steps only

2. aluminum

3. 36" high

4. powder-coated so as to resist corrosion

5. painted "Case Powder White" (Benjamin Moore 3465-J1) or the equivalent The

posts must be:

6. set at least 12 inches deep in concrete for safety reasons

7. must be 1 ½” x 1 ½” square cross-section (corner posts) The slats must be:

8. vertical, and they must be spaced 4 ½” to center-to-center

9. ½” square in cross-section (size and shape) End design piece must be:

10. "S" shaped

No scrolls are permitted between slats.

For the record, a written request must be submitted to the Architectural Review Committee and

written approval received prior to installation. Please include a sketch or picture of the

proposed installation.

All costs incurred for purchase, installation, and any future maintenance of the railing is the


Neither the Association nor any of their contractors will be held responsible for any damage to

the railing.

For your convenience, one approved contractor for the purchase and installation of the above

is:

Lester Leedom, Inc.

215-968-3401

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B. Approved Exterior Lighting

Casa Sierra Collection

For the Brittney and Cliveden Models (closed on 3 sides Porch)

For the Astoria Model (Large corner Porch)

Image Specifications

Brand

Part #

Item Weight

Package Dimensions

Style

Color

Light Bulb

Material

Finish

Shade Color

Wattage

John Timberland

LPSH8BRZ

11 pounds

22.5 x 15 x 15 inches

Traditional

Brown or Black

Compact, fluorescent, LED, incandescent

Glass

Bronze or Black

Brown

40 watts

For both sides of the garage doors and beside the patio

Image Specifications

Brand

Part Number

Item Weight

Product Dimensions

Assembled Height

Assembled Length

Assembled Width

Style

Color

Material

Finish

Shade Color

Wattage

John Timberland

LPS011-BRONZE SEEDY

4.5 pounds

8.2 x 7.4 x 14.6 inches

14.6 inches

8.25 inches 7.4

inches

Traditional

Bronze Upbridge or Black

Glass

Bronze or Black

Brown-Black

60 watts

Available from Amazon

Adopted 11/19/2019

Distributed 11/26/2019

Effective Immediately


APPENDIX

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XVI. : SPECIFICATIONS FOR APPROVED LANDSCAPING ELEMENTS

A. Chart of Approved Species for Legacy Oaks at Northampton

July 2014

Latin Name Common Name Varieties Size Picture

Berberis Barberry Crimson Pigmy LOW

Buxus Boxwood

Green Velvet

English dwarf

Variegated

Winter Gem

Blue Ice

LOW

Buxus Boxwood Upright TALL

Cupressaceae Cypress Goldmop Goldthread LOW

Euonymus Burning Bush TALL

Ilex Hollies

Helleri

China Girl

Inkberry

Steeds

LOW

Ilex Hollies Dragon Lady

Chesapeake

TALL

Itea Sweetspire Little Henry LOW

Japonica Japonica LOW

Juniperus Juniper

Blue Rug

Blue Star

Gold Thread

LOW

Picea Spruce Alberta TALL

Picea Spruce Bird’s Nest Globe LOW

Potentilla Cinquefoil

Rhododendron Rhododendron

Azalea

Dwarf LOW

Spiraea Spiraea LOW

Taxus Yew

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This list may be modified from time to time, dependent upon history and experience, at the recommendation of

the Landscape Advisory Committee and approval by the Executive Board.


APPENDIX

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XVII. : COMMON EXPENSE ASSESSMENT FEE RESOLUTION WHEREAS, Article IV, Section 2 of the By-laws gives the Executive Board the powers and duties

necessary for the administration of the affairs of the Association and gives the Executive

Board power, from time to time, to adopt any Rules and Regulations deemed necessary

for the benefit and enjoyment of the condominium and;

WHEREAS, Article VII, Section 12.11 of the Declaration directs the Executive Board, to take

prompt action to collect any assessment for Common Expenses due from any Unit

owner which remains unpaid for more than thirty (30) days, and;

WHEREAS, The Pennsylvania Uniform Condominium Act, Section 3302, defines the powers and

duties of the Unit Owners' Association and;

WHEREAS, The Pennsylvania Uniform Condominium Act, Section 3315 provides for the

collection of funds from units and defines the procedures for enforcement of such

funds;

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED THAT THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES APPLY:

• The annual assessment for common area expenses shall be divided into twelve (12)

equal monthly installments rounded off into the nearest dollar.

• Each monthly common expense assessment is due by the first of each month.

• Any payment not received by the tenth of the month shall be termed delinquent.

• On the eleventh of each month, a late fee of $25.00 will be automatically added to each

account with a balance in excess of $25.01. It is the Unit Owner's responsibility to remit

the monthly assessment on time. Failure to receive an invoice is not a defense to the

late fee charge.

• Any Unit Owner with a delinquent account exceeding the equivalent of two-months’

billed condominium fees will receive one warning letter per fiscal year containing the

following:

o request for full payment of the delinquent balance within 21 days; o the

additional amount owed of remaining installments due for the current fiscal year

are added (accelerated);

o copy of this Resolution;

o any explanation of the legal and financial consequences to the Unit owner who

contrives to carry a delinquent balance;

o a statement that even if the account is brought current, should a delinquent

balance develop again within the same fiscal year, the remaining installments

will be accelerated for the fiscal year without prior notice;

o a copy of the current account history.

• As provided by law, all related charges for collection of any delinquent account shall be

the responsibility of the Unit Owner. Included in this are: court and legal costs; late

fees; collection expenses, as well as the delinquent common expenses of all the

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remaining installments due for the current fiscal year including the amount of any

special assessment.

• For as long as the delinquent account remains unpaid, the rights of the delinquent Unit

Owner (including family, friends, or tenants) to use any recreational facility and to serve

on any committee established by the Executive Board shall be suspended provided the

Executive Board has given written notice of such loss and an opportunity for the

delinquent Unit Owner to be heard before the Executive Board. In addition delinquent

Unit owners will not have voting privileges at the Unit Owner's meeting.

• The Executive Board may exercise any and all of its rights permitted by law, and its

decision is final.

Approved: January 16, 2003

Distributed: February 2003

Effective: March 2003

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XVIII. APPENDIX: COMPLIANCE AND DEFAULT RESOLUTIONWHEREAS, The Executive Board has further determined that specific procedures are required to identify

or receive complaints of rules violations, to process violation notices, and to enforce the Rules

and Regulations of the Association.

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED that the following procedures apply:

Relief: Each Unit Owner shall be governed by, and shall comply with, all of the terms of the

Declaration, the Bylaws, the Rules and Regulations and the Act as any of the same may be

amended from time to time. In addition to the remedies provided in the Act and the

Declaration, a default by a Unit Owner shall entitle the Unit Owners Association, acting through

its Executive Board or through the Managing Agent, to the following relief:

Additional Liability. Each Unit Owner shall be liable for the expense of all maintenance, repair

or replacement rendered necessary by his act, neglect or carelessness or the act, neglector

carelessness-of his employees, agents or licensees, but only to the extent that such: expense is

not covered by the proceeds of insurance carried by the Executive Board. Such liability shall

include any increase in casualty insurance rates occasioned by use, misuse, occupancy or

abandonment of any Unit or its appurtenances. Nothing contained herein, however; shall be

construed as modifying any waiver by any insurance company of its rights of subrogation.

Costs and Attorney's Fees. In any legal proceedings arising out of any default, the Unit Owner

shall be liable for all attorneys’ fees arid costs incurred by the Association incident to the levy, or

collection of fines, or legal actions, including appellate proceedings.

No Waiver of Rights. The failure of the Unit Owners Association, the Executive Board or of a

Unit

Owner to, enforce any right, provision, covenant or condition which may be granted by the

Declaration; these Bylaws, the Rules and Regulations or the Act shall not constitute, a waiver of

the right of the Unit Owners Association, the Executive Board or the Unit owner to enforce such

right, provision, covenant or condition in the future. All rights, remedies and privileges granted

to the Unit Owners Association, the Executive Board or any Unit Owner pursuant to any term,

provision, covenant or condition of the Declaration; these Bylaws, the Rules and Regulations or

the Act shall be deemed to be cumulative and the exercise of anyone or more-thereof shall not

be deemed to constitute an election of remedies, nor shall it preclude the party exercising the

same from exercising such other privileges as may be granted to such party 'by the Declaration,

these Bylaws, the Rules and Regulations or the Act or at law or in equity.

Abating and Enjoining Violations by Unit Owners. The violation of any of the Rules and

Regulations adopted by the Executive Board, the breach of any By-law contained herein or the

breach of any provision of the Declaration or the Act shall give the Executive Board the right, in

addition to any other rights:

to enter the Unit in which, or as to which, such violation or breach exists and summarily

to abate and remove, at the expense of the defaulting Unit Owner, any structure, thing,

or condition that may exist therein contrary to the extent and meaning of the provisions

thereof, and the Executive Board shall not thereby be deemed guilty in any manner of

trespass; or

to enjoin, abate or remedy by appropriate legal proceedings, either at law or in equity

the continuance of any such breach.

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An aggrieved Unit Owner, Lessee, Mortgagee, or occupant must first exhaust the

internal remedies with the Executive Board before seeking redress in a court of law.

ENFORCEMENT and FINES A system of enforcement and fines bas been established to ensure compliance with the

Declaration, By-Laws, and Rules and Regulations (governing documents) of the Association to

promote greater community awareness of reasonable conduct that all Unit Owners have the

right to expect from each other.

Any violation of the governing documents may subject the violator to a penalty or fine imposed

by the Executive Board.

A fine will be applied to the Unit Owner regardless of whether the offender is the Unit Owner, a

household member, a tenant, or a guest.

If the violator is not a Unit Owner, the owner will be provided with copies of all correspondence

pertaining to the violation and any ensuing penalties and hearings.

The Unit Owner is ultimately responsible for all fines and the removal of all violations.

• Complainants

Violation of the rules may be reported to the management company by anyone in the

community or may be observed first-hand by an Executive Board member or the management

company and can be processed as a complaint. The Executive Board may request that the

complaint be put in writing.

The Executive Board may not impose any fine or infringe upon any rights of a Unit Owner for

violations of the rules until the following notice and hearing procedures have been complied

with:

• Notice

A letter will be sent giving the offender a chance to abide by the rule. The management

company will notify the alleged violator in writing to cease and desist from the violation.

This notification will include: nature of the alleged violation action(s) required to remove the

violation notification of a grace period of ten (10) days, within which the violation may

be removed without a fine. If the violation continues beyond the grace period, a fine

will be imposed.

• Hearing

The violator may request a hearing within ten (10) days after notification of violation. The

request must be made in writing to the management company and be addressed to the

Executive Board.

The hearing shall be held in executive session (that is, a closed session) of the Executive Board

and will afford the violator a reasonable opportunity to be heard. The violator may present

his/her case to the Executive Board who will decide, based on the available information

regarding the alleged violation, whether or not any fines should be lifted.

• Fines, General

Fines remain in effect until the Unit Owner provides written assurance to the management

company that the violation has been corrected; and the management company verifies the

correction to the Executive Board.

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The payment of a fine does not relieve the offender of the obligation of correcting the violation.

If the Association incurs expenses to correct the violation, this expense will be applied to the

Unit Owner.

If the bill is not paid by the Unit Owner, a higher fine may be imposed. If this fine remains

unpaid, a lien may be placed against the Unit in question.

This means that the Unit cannot be sold unless the fine and the lien have been removed.

Other penalties for not paying the aforementioned fines and expenses may also be considered.

• Violation

A rule violation not corrected after the written notification and within a ten (10)-day grace

period results in a fine of $50.

A rule violation not corrected within thirty (30) days of the notice letter results in a fine of $100.

Additional fines of $100 may be charged without a grace period for each following thirty (30)day

period in which the violation has not been corrected; OR the Executive Board may, at its

discretion and with proper notification to the Unit Owner, assess a $50 per day fine to

encourage compliance with the rule or regulation in question until such time as the violation is

corrected.

Approved: January 16, 2003

Effective: Immediately

Revised: March 17, 2011

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XIX. APPENDIX: INTERIOR DAMAGE RESOLUTIONSINTERIOR DAMAGE RESOLUTION 1

Resolved, based upon the Documents & the Uniform Condominium Act the Council passed the following

Interior Damage Resolution:

To the extent not covered by insurance as a casualty loss, damage to the interior of a Unit shall be the


The Unit owner is responsible to maintain the interior surfaces of all walls, ceilings and floors within the

Unit and otherwise to keep the Unit and all alterations, improvements, fixtures and character therein in

good order, condition and repair.

Approved: February 2003

Distributed: March 2003

Effective: April 2003

INTERIOR DAMAGE RESOLUTION 2 Based on the Association’s Documents, Section 4.3, Maintenance, the Association shall be responsible

for all maintenance, repair and replacement of the Common Elements and some Limited Common

Elements. The Association is not responsible for repair of any interior damage to dwelling units unless

such damage is covered by the insurance policy maintained by the Association (less deductible) or is

dirfectly attributable to gross negligence by the Association in the performance of its duties.

Approved: July 17, 2003

Distributed: August 2003


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XX. APPENDIX: INSURANCE COVERAGE, DEDUCTIBLE and CLAIMS

PROCEDURE RESOLUTION

In order to clearly define the roles and responsibilities of the Executive Board, Management and

Homeowners regarding Association insurance, this Resolution has been adopted and distributed to

Legacy Oaks at Northampton homeowners. The nature and extent of Association insurance is primarily

covered in Article XIV of the Declaration creating Legacy Oaks at Northampton Condominium

Association. Within the limits of the current insurance market, the Executive Board will continue to

maintain coverage, which is equal to or in excess of the requirements outlined in the Declaration.

• The Association's Master Insurance Policy is a special form condominium policy which provides

Guaranteed Replacement Cost for the Buildings and Community Property as well as Liability for

the common areas and Directors and Officers Liability. This policy provides coverage for most

losses, which affect the common areas and certain components of the homes. Coverage

includes the finished grade of permanent furnishings and fixtures initially provided by the

Declarant. The policy excludes any betterments and improvements to the homes, which were

installed by the individual Unit Owner, personal property or personal liability for individual

Owners.

• Owners or their mortgage holder may request an annual Certificate of Insurance from the

Association's insurance agents. The Association property insurance on the homes is subject to a

$5,000 deductible per occurrence.

• Homeowners are urged to maintain their own homeowners insurance (often referred to as a

Form HO-6 policy), covering personal property of the Owner, building losses for which the

Owner is responsible as well as liability protection. Additionally, it is recommended that

Homeowners obtain what is referred to as a Loss Assessment Endorsement, as well as an

expanded Betterments and Improvements Endorsement. These coverages could assist the

Homeowner in minimizing any deductible exposure arising out of a loss related to the

Association's property policy. (Investor Owners may require additional coverages.) It is

recommended that a copy of this Resolution be given to the Owner's insurance agent to further

assist in obtaining adequate insurance.

• Should a Homeowner sustain damage, which they feel may involve the Association’s insurance

policy, they must contact the Management Office. The Homeowner should provide information

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such as: time and date of incident, probable cause, nature and effect of damage with details.

This information will be requested in writing. Under no circumstances should an Owner contact

the Association's insurance agent or carrier.

• The Homeowner is urged to notify his or her insurance agent regarding the loss and advising

them of the potential involvement of the Association insurance coverage.

• The Executive Board and Management will review all information and, if applicable, file a claim

with the Association's insurance agent for evaluation. The Owner will be subsequently

contacted by the Association's insurance agent, carrier, adjuster or Management, as

appropriate.

• The Association shall have no responsibility to and will not repair any interior damage to the

Townhome, except to the extent such damage is covered, above the deductible, by the

insurance maintained by the Association. Owner(s) who experience the loss will be subject to

any insurance maintained by the Association. Owner(s) who experience the loss will be subject

to any applicable Association insurance deductible ($5,000.).

Approved: July 17, 2003

Distributed: August 2003


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POLICY ON EMERGENCY GENERATORS

I. Residents who wish to install or use any type of emergency generator must be aware of the

following stipulations and requirements.

II. Hazards

A. Shocks and electrocution from improper use of power or accidentally energizing other

electrical systems

B. Carbon monoxide from a generator’s exhaust

C. Fires from improperly refueling a generator or inappropriately storing generator fuel.

D. Excessive noise

III. Types of Generators

A. Portable

1. Corded electrical devices may be plugged into it

2. Fuel

a) natural gas

b) tank propane

c) gasoline

3. Location

a) During operation unit

(1) may never be run indoors or in partly enclosed areas such as

garages

(2) must be run on the driveway

(3) must be at least 20 feet from the Unit

(4) must include 60” of clearance in every direction

B. Permanently installed standby generator

1. Large, fixed in place; permanent

2. Supplies on-site power to specified circuits through a home’s electrical wiring

a) Requires transfer switch

(1) Electronic monitor which detects interruption in normal

electrical service and transfers to an emergency generator

(2) Detects return of normal electrical service and transfers service

back to normal service

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b) Requires an upgraded gas meter

3. Fuel

a) natural gas is the only permitted fuel source

4. Unit is heavy and must be installed on a level surface. The base frame must be

level within 1/2 inch all around.

a) Must be placed on a concrete pad

(1) which should exceed the length and width of the generator by a

minimum of six (6) inches (0.152 meters) on all sides.

IV. Requirements

A. Installing a standby emergency generator requires multiple layers of pre- and post-

approval.

B. All emergency generators must comply with the rules and regulations of the Township

of Northampton and Legacy Oaks at Northampton.

1. Location of the generator

a) In reference to

(1) the building

(2) all windows, doors or other openings into the building

(3) Executive Board-approved shrubbery or vegetation

b) All Emergency generators and required plantings must be no closer than

60 inches from any roadway.

c) Installation also requires sufficient level terrain available without

adjusting the landscape.

2. Decibel rating during operation must not exceed 70 dbs. and during testing

must not exceed 60 dbs.

3. Unit Owners must check with both Legacy Oaks at Northampton and the

Township of Northampton before beginning any formal requests.

a) The Executive Board may approve or disapprove any preliminary plans

based on Legacy Oaks at Northampton policy. Preliminary plans include

all required detailed documents, plans, drawings and specifications.

b) All required permits must be obtained from the Township of

Northampton and must be included along with all required detailed

documents, plans, drawings and specifications in seeking approval from

both the Executive Board of Legacy Oaks at Northampton and the

Township of Northampton. c) Prior to installation

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(1) An Electrical Permit Application is required before installation

for all generators.

(2) A Mechanical Permit Application is required before installation

for all propane or natural gas-fueled generators.

d) Following preliminary approval by the Executive Board of Legacy Oaks at

Northampton the Unit Owner must apply for permit approval to the Township

of Northampton.

(1) All final permits must be obtained from the Township of

Northampton in seeking approval and must be submitted with all

required detailed documents, plans, drawings and specifications.

e) Township of Northampton approval with appropriate permits and all

required detailed documents, plans, drawings and specifications must

be re-submitted to the Executive Board of Legacy Oaks at Northampton

for final, formal approval.

f) Upon completion of installation, a copy of Township of

Northampton’s final certificate of approval must also be submitted to the

Association to ensure that the generator meets all safety and local code

requirements.

(1) Gas generators are required to comply with National Fire

Protection Association® 37.

(2) Electric generators are required to comply with National

Electrical Code® Art. 702.

C. Must be installed by a licensed professional and be inspected by Northampton

Township

D. Installation of working CO detectors at the expense of the installing Unit Owner is

required in

1. Unit Owner’s home

2. adjacent Unit which is near the installation site

V. Responsibility

A. All Unit Owners are responsible for maintaining their Units

1. In accordance with all applicable restrictions, conditions, ordinances and codes

in the governing documents of Legacy Oaks at Northampton or under law.

B. Whether installing a permanent or using a temporary generator, homeowners shall be

fully and solely responsible, and indemnify and hold harmless Legacy Oaks at

Northampton, for all liabilities and damages resulting from the installation,

maintenance, use and operation of the generator.

C. Generator units require frequent and regular maintenance.

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1. Unit Owners are responsible for properly maintaining their generators.

2. Unit Owners must maintain maintenance records and make them available for

inspection by Northampton Township and/or Legacy Oaks at Northampton.

3. Required regular testing must be conducted on any day except Sunday between

11:00 AM and 4:00 PM and must not last longer than fifteen (15) minutes.

4. Legacy Oaks at Northampton is NOT responsible for regular maintenance or

oversight of generators.

D. In the event of snow accumulation around the generator, the Unit Owner is responsible

for clearing snow around generator.