These
rules and regulations are in place to provide
everyone with a great place to live. We expect
everyone living here to gladly support them.
I. General
A. Applications must be completed and
approved, security deposit, first month's rent, and
last month's rent must paid prior to the arrival of
the resident's mobile home. The management reserves
the right to refuse admittance and refund any
advance deposits and payments to anyone whose mobile
home is not acceptable in appearance and condition.
B. All rents are payable in advance by the
first of each month. Anyone who does not have rents
paid on time, unless otherwise arranged for in
writing, may be directed to leave the park within
thirty (30) days at the option of management. Rents
shall be mailed or delivered to the resident office
by the .10th of each month
C. A late charge of $30.00 will be charged
after 10 days.
D. No subletting, renting, or occupation by
anyone not listed on the application will be
permitted except with written approval of the
management.
E. Every tenant is expected to maintain the
appearance of his/her manufactured home, lot, and
keep them in there best possible appearance.
F.
Tenants must retain ownership and store
their home’s tires and axles.
G. Mobile Homes are single family
dwellings.
H. An approved skirting will be provided
by the resident and placed around the mobile
home within 30 days of arrival. The management
reserves the right to have skirting installed
after this time, and to bill the resident the
actual cost.
II.
Conduct
A. No peddling, soliciting, “for sale” signs
or commercial enterprise is permitted in the park
except with written approval of the management.
B. Disorderly conduct, abusive language,
noisy disturbances, or disregard of the rules and
regulations contained herein shall be grounds for
immediate removal of all persons committing said
offenses from the premises.
C. Parents will be held responsible for any
damage caused by their children. Tenants will be
responsible for their guests and pets.
D. Park curfew for children under the age of
18 is 10:00 p.m. weekdays and 11:30 p.m. on Friday &
Saturday. It is the tenant’s responsibility to know
where their children and guests are.
E. Village Green reserves the right to
evict/terminate/banish anyone interfering with park
security.
F. Drunkenness or immoral conduct will not be
tolerated. No alcoholic beverages are to be consumed
around the pool area, streets, playground or any
other common area in the park.
H. The management will not be responsible for
accidents, injuries, or loss of property by fire,
theft, wind, floods, or other natural acts which are
beyond its control. Equipment and apparatus
furnished on the grounds are solely for the
convenience of residents and all persons using same
do so at their own risk.
I. The management shall be notified
immediately of any hazardous conditions which are
known to be a violation of these rules and
regulations, or otherwise.
J. Every resident shall be responsible for
any violation of these rules and regulations by a
member of his/her family, or his/her guest.
K. Any violation of these rules and
regulations by a resident that is uncorrected by
him/her or that causes damage to a dwelling or
seriously interferes with the comfort or safety of
another resident, shall be grounds for termination
of the lease.
L. Fireworks are prohibited on the park
property and the areas around the park.
M.Firearms, slingshots, air rifles or any
other devices that could cause
harm to life/and or prpoerty are expressly
forbidden outside your own home. Violators will
be immediately prosecuted.
N. The management reserves the right to alter
these rules and regulations as circumstances
require, upon seven (7) days prior written notice to
residents.
O. No garage, moving, yard
sales allowed except on dates specified in the
Spring newsletter.
III.
Vacating of Premises
A. All residents shall notify the management
as far in advance as possible when planning to
vacate. Residents must check out according to the
following conditions in order to have their security
deposit returned:
1) The management must be notified in writing received by
management at least thirty (30) days before the
resident(s) intend to vacate.
2) Village Green will refund the tenant’s security deposit within
30 days:
if
and when:
a). All the lot rent is paid & current.
b). No damage has been done to park property.
c). Management approves the condition
of home in order for it
remain in the park
d). There are no outstanding
inspection violations.
e).
Potential buyers/renters are approved at the Village
Green
Office prior to the purchase or rental of the home.
f. The resident must provide management with
their new
address in writing.
3). It is the owner’s responsibility to make
sure that the new resident signs a lease and pays
his/her security deposit. The home will not be taken
out of the tenant’s name until all of the above
items are done, nor will you security deposit be
refunded.
4). Mobile homes may not be sold with the
understanding that the buyer may retain the same lot
without prior consent of the management.
IV. Mobile Home Lots
A. Lots may be inspected periodically by the
management.
B. No changes, alterations, or additions to
mobile home lots may me made by the resident without
written approval of the management. Skirting,
porches, awnings, and other additions, if approved
by the management, shall be maintained in good
repair by residents.
C. The resident shall be responsible for
proper placement of his mobile home on his
foundation stand and proper installation of all
utility connections in accordance with the
instruction of the management.
D. The management will supply utility
connections to each lot; each resident shall be
solely responsible for the proper connection of the
utility connection from his mobile home. No occupant
shall tamper with or alter the utility connection
owned by the park.
E. The management reserves the right of
access onto all lots at all times for the purpose of
inspection and utility maintenance.
F. Connection to the park-owned utility
should be made with all applicable regulations.
G. If a lot is neglected, the management
reserves the right to take over its care and bill
the resident the actual cost of maintenance. No
violation of any ordinance, statute, regulation,
rule or state law pertaining to the use of the
leased property will be tolerated.
H. The resident is responsible to keep the
grass on his lot mowed and in presentable
appearance. Except for trees, bushes, flowers, and
gardens, all grass and ground cover shall not be
permitted to exceed three (3) inches in height.
I.
Tenants shall keep and maintain their premises in a
clean and sanitary condition at all times.
1). Accumulation of garbage will not be
tolerated. Garbage pick up is on
Mondays. Excessive garbage will be removed at
owner’s expense.
2). Grass must be mowed and properly disposed
of. The pond, a ditch, or
any common area is not allowed.
3). Should any tenant choose to not to mow their
grass it will be mowed
for them, without notice, and charged
$50.00.
4). Leaves and yard waste are to be bagged and
put at the curb for
garbage pick up. Do not rake them
into ditches, lake, or any other
common area.Large trimmings from
trees or bushes should be tied or
bagged in small bundles for trash
removal. Village Green will not
remove them for you.
J. The resident is responsible to keep the
parking area of his lot, sidewalks, etc., cleared of
snow and ice.
K. Management will keep park roads passable
year-round. No tenant has the right to alter or
obstruct the construction, repair, or clearing of
the road. All roads are private roads for the use of
residents and their invitees, and management only.
L. Boats, boat trailers, or other such
equipment shall only be stored on individual lots if
and when it is registered, has current plates and
approved by park management. Storage will only be
permitted with pre-approval from management.
M. An approved skirting will be provided by
the resident and placed around the mobile home
within thirty (30) days after arrival. The
management reserves the right to have skirting
installed after this time, and to bill the resident
for the actual cost.
N. All mobile homes shall be tied down to
prevent wind damage.
O. The blocking which contacts the ground
shall be solid concrete, solid block, or block with
centers poured.
P. All resident water pipes and connections
shall be frost proofed by the resident. Any damage
caused to the park water lines or mobile home water
system, because of frost or water lines freezing of
resident water pipes and connections shall be
repaired at the tenant's expense. The management
reserves the right to have park property repaired in
such instances and bill the tenant.
Q. The tenant's house number shall be clearly
visible on the home.
R. Mail boxes shall be placed only at the
space provided and shall be of a type approved by
the management. The tenant's name and address shall
be clearly visible on the mail box.
V.
Automobiles, Trucks, and Other Vehicles
A. Vehicles shall be parked only in the
designated area. Vehicles shall not be parked in or
along park roads, or in undesignated areas on the
lots.
B. No unlicensed or inoperable vehicles will
be permitted in the park. Vehicles not removed by
owner in a timely manner will be removed by the
management at the owner's expense.
C. The speed limit in the park is fifteen
(15) miles per hour and drivers will be alert for
children or pedestrians.
D. No Parking allowed on the grass. No
exceptions. During the months of November thru
April there will be no on street parking. This
is for snow removal. Anyone parking in the
street at this time will be subject to their
vehicle being towed at their own expense.
E. No semi-tractors or Trailers allowed
in the park at anytime. Parking of semi tractors
and trailers will only be allowed behind the
front office. If you leave your car parked in
this lot be sure to get a parking pass from the
office. This is a tow away zone.
F. No repairs are to be made to any motor
vehicle at the mobile home site. No cars on
jacks etc.
G. The parking of no more than two
conventional properly registered vehicles will
be allowed for each mobile home lot, unless
widening of the driveway has been permitted and
completed.
H. No off road vehicles allowed in the
park (example; dirt bikes, go carts, 3 wheelers,
snowmobiles, etc.) If the vehicle can not be
licensed it cannot be driven in the park. This
includes the property surrounding the park as
well.
I.
Campers & mobile homes are not to be stored on
your lot, the street or an empty lot. They must
have current registration and plates. Campers
and motor homes are allowed in your driveway for
the purpose lof loading and unloading them. This
shall not exceed 24 hours.
VI. Buildings and Facilities
A. Storage buildings and surrounding area
will be the tenant's responsibility. The management
reserves the right to enter storage buildings for
inspection at any and all reasonable times.
B. Arrangements for the use of the
community’s property must be made with the Village
Green office prior to use.
C. Homes and/or adjacent
structures damaged by fire, accident, wind, etc must
be replace, repaired or removed within 30 days.
D. Sheds must be constructed of wood
only; shingled roof, T-111 or vinyl sided. No
Metal sheds allowed.
E. Fence may be chain link or wood with a
maximum height of 4 feet. Grandfathered taller
fences may be repaired but no replaced. Those
with taller fencing must move to our current
guidelines when the fence reaches a state of
disrepair. You must fill out a fence permit with
our office before installation.
F. Each resident is cautioned against
driving of rods, stakes, pipes, etc into the
ground, or digging in an area before checking
with the office. Many types of underground
installations might be endangered by
indisriminate action. Any damage of this type
will be charged to the resident by the utility
involved. The best way to avoid extra costs and
possible injury is to call before you dig
1-800-382-5544
VII. Exterior of Home
A.
Window air conditioners are allowed if properly
supported and secured.
B. Only umbrella type or temporary
clotheslines are allowed and must be taken down when
not in use.
C. No TV, ham or CB antennas allowed.
Small dish satellites may be used if installed
attached to your home or behind a fence out of
the public view.
D. Portable basketball hoops are allowed
but must be kept in good condition and stored
appropriately for winter months.
E. Appropriate window coverings required,
curtains and or blinds. No blankets or sheets as
curtains.
F. Trampolines allowed if and only
if tenant provides the Village Green office with
proof of liability equal to or greater than
$500,0000, and the trampoline is enclosed with a
fence with a lock. Anyone possessing a
trampoline without completing the above is
subject to having the trampoline removed from
their property.
VIII. Solid Waste Disposal, Storage, and Fire
Protection
A. Residents shall provide their own garbage
cans.
B. All garbage must be in plastic bags and
placed in garbage containers. Garbage containers
used for mobile home site shall be tightly covered
and fastened to prevent their blowing freely in
park. Plastic garbage bags may not be left exposed
out of doors.
C. The garbage containers shall be rodent
proof, insect proof, and water tight.
D. The space under the mobile home shall not
be used for storage of any nature.
E. VERY IMPORTANT: The septic system may only
be used for human waste, toilet paper, and typical
wash water. Women's feminine products, food and
other trash must be disposed of in the garbage. If
we find these items the tenant will be charged.
F. No garage, moving, yard, or other sales
will be allowed except on specified dates listed in
the spring newsletter.
VIV.
Pets
A. Permission must
be obtained from the office if you wish to
obtain a pet.
B.No animals,
except for household pets, shall be brought into
the park.
C.All dogs must
be licensed with the City of Mishawaka.
D.The City of
Mishawaka general provision -
CHAPTER 91: ANIMALS
is available at the Village Green office upon
request.
E.All
dogs in
Village Green (temporary or permanent) must be
contained within a privacy fence, unless being
walked by a person able to control the dog on a
leash.
F.Dogs may not be
left outdoors continuously, even in a privacy
fence.
G.If a dog is
barking, it must be taken in immediately. If the
resident is not home, the dog cannot be left
out. Noisy or unruly pets or those that cause
complaints will not be allowed to remain.
H.Outdoor-only
pets are prohibited.
I.No dog houses
allowed in the park.
J.No dogs can be
chained out, NO EXCEPTIONS!.
K.If a dog is
found running loose, it will be turned over to
the Humane Society.
L.Anyone who
disobeys these rules twice within six months
will lose their privileges to keep pets on
Village Green property.
M. Dogs must meet
the requirements listed below.
1). Dogs must not be expected to weigh more than 40lbs. at full
growth. AKC guidelines will be applied to determine this.
Np pitbull/pitbull mixes
2). All dogs must be registered at the office along with the
dog’s license and any other information that is warranted.
3). Any dog that is not registered will be removed immediately.
N.If
your dog bites another dog or person, your pet
must be removed from the community immediately.
No exceptions.
XX Community Areas
A. The swimming pool is available to
all residents of Village Green. Guests may use
the pool if accompanied by a resident and
purchase a guest pass at the office. All
residents must obtain a pass from the office and
bring to the pool to use this facility.
B. The lake is available for fishing and
boating only. Man and wind powered crafts are
acceptable as well as electric motors. No gas
vehicles allowed. All persons in boat must wear
lifejackets or have access to state approved
flotation devices.
C. Public lake access is near the
Community office only. Please do not use the
private lots for lake access. The area
approximately 15 feet from the water's edge is
for public use.. No bicycles or other
transportation vehicles allowed around the lake.
Please clean up after yourself so everyone can
enjoy the lake's beauty.
D. Basketball courts are for Village
Green residents only. Courts close at dusk.
E. The playgrounds are meant for
enjoyment of our children. Parents are
encouraged to accompany their children to the
park.
Suggestions to Tenants:
Have fire extinguishers at central locations in your
mobile home where they are readily accessible.
Have smoke detectors installed in your mobile home.
Each person's safety is the concern of all persons
in the community.
In order for the management to provide you with a
community in which you will be comfortable, you need
to inform the management of infractions of
regulations, and make suggestions as to how we can
make our community better.