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Elements Of Calusa Lakes Deed Restrictions
Include: Advanced Management, Inc. of Southwest Florida (AMI) has been contracted to manage all four of the homeowners’ associations in Calusa Lakes (493-0287). AMI’s mailing address is 899 Woodbridge Drive, Venice, FL 34293. COVENANT ENFORCEMENT - No work on Sundays (this includes landscape vendors, too) - No contractor signs can be posted on lot - No trucks or trailers are permitted to be left on the street or property overnight For clarification, a change in landscaping includes, (but is not limited to): - Adding or expanding existing beds, - Adding or removing trees - Adding lighting or pathways - Other changes to landscape may also be considered a change requiring approval. Some examples include: - If a specimen plant or tree is removed by approval, and it had fulfilled the requirement for a 5’ specimen at the corner of the home, this will need a replacement - If flowering bushes are removed that had meet the requirement for two flowering bushes in the front or back, they will need replacement with a flowering bush - If a number of bushes are removed, leaving a large blank area, this will be considered a change in landscape and will need a replacement plan - If a tree is trimmed so severely that it dies, it will need to be replaced and may be subject to the fine for an unauthorized tree removal. For clarification, a change to the exterior includes, (but is not limited to): - Installing storm shutters - Changing paint color - Adding or altering to the home, garage or exterior lighting - Changing the walks or driveways (size, finishes or replacement) - Any street side ornamentation, including urns, benches and flower pots - Awnings and other items inside the cage of the lanai are not considered “exterior” for these purposes QUICK LIST OF ”DOs AND DON’Ts” Also detailed throughout our Protective Covenants are what some might call our “GOOD NEIGHBOR DOs AND DON’Ts.” For your convenience, we have summarized the highlights: DOs - Keep lawn and vegetation neatly maintained. Replace the dead areas as required. -Keep all roofs and surfaces free of mildew, stains, and caulking. - Maintain your sprinkler system. Water only on your scheduled day and time. - Keep mailboxes in good condition, with approved standard paint colors. Make sure that plantings around your mailbox are below the horizontal support. - Keep garage doors closed when not in use. - Park all vehicles in a garage overnight. - Notify AMI so that a guest’s car may be parked overnight in your driveway, for up to four nights. For stays of five to 15 days, a parking permit will be issued, which may be renewed only once. - Make sure your exterior lighting is directed away from neighboring residences and streets. - Ensure your pet is a “good neighbor,” too. They must not be a nuisance to other residents. - Keep “stuff” stored out of sight, including sports equipment, baby strollers, wading pools, etc., and trash, clippings, and tools. - Report to the police anyone suspicious who comes to your door selling or offering services - outside solicitors are not permitted in Calusa Lakes. - Inform AMI in writing if you intend to rent your property for an allowable period of six months or more. Homeowners are responsible for their property and renters’ compliance with its covenants. - Schedule maintenance of your irrigation system on Wednesday’s when the system is always on for repairs and adjustments by homeowner or sprinkler service. DON'Ts Unless approved by the CLCA Board, the following are NOT permitted. However, special seasons or circumstances may, at times, necessitate temporary relaxation of some restrictions. - NO trucks, campers, motor homes, buses, boats, or trailers may be parked outside. - NO walls or fences outside the building setback lines. - NO swing sets, sheds, or similar structures: no awnings, canopies, or shutters. - NO artificial vegetation, exterior colored lighting: no outdoor clothes drying, lines, or poles. - NO street-side decorative objects, lawn ornaments, sculptures, signs, flagpoles, benches, etc. This specifically includes vendor and political signs. - NO garage, yard, or similar sales STORM PROTECTION 1) Shutters that are clear, white or painted the color of the house (plastic, wood, and metal are acceptable) 2) Plywood which is painted white or the color of the house and cut to fit inside the window or door opening. 3) High-impact windscreens installed on the lanai under the roof line. For short-term protection, the following may be installed when a storm is imminent (as indicated by a hurricane or tropical storm watch or warning, issued by the National Weather Service.) These must be removed within a week after the watch or warning has been canceled. 1) Unpainted wood or metal/aluminum shutters 2) High-impact windscreens for windows and doors, except on the lanai as described above No storm protection system may be stored outside the house. GARAGE DOORS & NIGHT
PARKING HOLIDAY DECORATING - COLORED
LIGHTING EXTERIOR CHANGES TREE CUTTING MAILBOX PAINT
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