House Rules SECTION B: APARTMENTS AND PREMISES

Use and Occupancy

  1. Apartment owners shall not use the apartment for any purpose that will injure the reputation of MSS; and shall not permit anything to be done or kept in the apartment or elsewhere on the Premises that will interfere with or unreasonably disturb the rights of others, or that will reduce the value of MSS.
  2. The apartments at MSS are intended mainly for residential purposes. Conducting a business within or from an apartment is prohibited if (a) its existence is apparent by sight, sound, or smell from the exterior of the apartment; (b) it is not in conformity with zoning requirements; (c) it involves persons coming onto MSS who do not reside at MSS; (d) it causes any increase in any MSS insurance obligation; or (e) it is a nuisance, hazardous, or otherwise offensive or inconsistent with the residential character of MSS.
  3. Owners shall be responsible for designating a local agent to represent their interest if their residence is outside of Hawaii or if they will be absent from the apartment for more than 30 days. Such owners shall file with the Manager their out-of-town address and telephone number and the telephone number of their agent. An owner’s registration form is available for this purpose at the Office.
  4. The number of persons residing in an apartment shall not exceed the maximum allowed by law. (HUD guidelines and Honolulu Housing Code) Guidelines for unmodified Units (no extended kitchens and balconies that have not been extended) at MSS. Units that have been modified can have their occupancy level reduced.
    1. For Studio units maximum 2 occupants.
    2. For one-bedroom units 4 occupants.
    3. For two-bedroom units 8 occupants.
  5. An apartment owner or tenant shall be responsible for the conduct of his/her family, tenants, guests and visitors at all times, ensuring that their behavior is neither offensive to any occupant of MSS nor damaging to any portion of the common elements.
  6. Any use of the apartments or conduct of occupants which would increase insurance premiums or impact upon insurance coverage is prohibited. Any increase in premiums caused by the conduct of occupants of a unit will be charged to the owner of that unit.
  7. Soliciting of goods or services, or dispensing of handbills or religious tracts, is not permitted on the Premises.
  8. Front doors may be left open when unit is occupied.
  9. Storage and use of fireworks, explosives or hazardous or noxious materials are NOT ALLOWED on the Premises at any time.
  10. In the event of an emergency, the Manager has the authority to enter units with a member of Operations as necessary to prevent or contain problems threatening property damage or personal injury. Under no circumstances should the Manager or any MSS employee enter a unit alone.

Rentals

  1. Subject to the terms of the By-Laws of the MSS and other governmental restrictions including zoning codes, an apartment owner may lease his apartment or make it available to friends. All persons leasing, renting or living in the apartment shall abide by these House Rules.
  2. Rental fee for storage of Kayak/Surfboard racks located in A and B building will be$10.00 per month per rack or $100.00 per year per rack.

Access

  1. The driver of a vehicle without a valid parking decal or placard wishing to enter onto MSS will be required to produce a valid driver’s license and proof of current insurance, state registration and a safety check for the vehicle. Persons with a rental vehicle will be required to produce the rental agreement for the vehicle. Any other persons wishing to enter onto MSS will be required to produce proof of identification. Electronic transmission (by e-mail or fax) of documents is permissible whenever practical. Fax numbers: 808-696-7871 (Office) or 808-696-6966 (Sec).
  2. The roofs of all buildings are strictly off limits.

Authorization

  1. No authorization will be given to any prospective tenant to enter MSS unless accompanied by an authorized person such as the rental agent, the owner or caretaker.
  2. All residents, owners or agents expecting guests/visitors shall make prior arrangements with the Office or Operations guard station to authorize entrance to a specific unit.
  3. If registered occupants are absent, written authorization (form available at Operations guard station) must be submitted to the Office or Operations guard station. Electronic transmission (by e-mail or fax) of written authorization is permissible. GUESTS WILL BE DENIED ENTRY IF THIS PROCEDURE IS NOT MET. Fax numbers: 808-696-7871 (Office) or 808-696-6966 (Sec).

Guests and Visitors

  1. Guest(s) who are on the Premises are required to be registered at the office. Registration requires a signed authorization form from the owner/agent who shall be responsible for the guest(s). (See section K)
  2. Owner/agent will be responsible for the conduct and actions of their guests. Guests are allowed access to all common grounds without escort by the resident or owner.
    20. Upon entry, all visitors must register at the Operations Guard station at the entrance of MSS by showing a valid ID to obtain a visitor pas. Visitor visitation times are between 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM.
  3. Owner/agent shall be responsible for the conduct of the visitor(s) while on property 22. A visitor entering the property at the invitation of a resident will not be permitted entry unless the residing resident is on the property and specifically authorizes the visitor’s entry. When a visitor comes to the operations guard station at the entrance of MSS, the resident to be visited will be called to approve entry.
  4. ALL VISITOR PASSES WILL BE RETURNED ON FINAL EXIT FROM THE PREMISES ON A DAILY BASIS. There will be a charge of $20.00 PER UNRETURNED LAMINATED PASSES/ WRISTBAND and this will be assessed against the owner/resident. Daily visitor passes must be returned by 11:00 PM and overnight passes by 12:00 noon the following day.
  5. Management will not honor blanket standing authorizations for visitor entry from residents. With prior written authorization from owners, tenants or managing agents, management will permit entry to contractors, cleaning people, and real estate agents, and guests or caretakers occupying an owner’s apartment while the owner is absent.
  6. Unaccompanied visitors are not permitted to roam the property, use the recreational areas or other common facilities.

Registration

  1. Any person (i.e. owner, tenant, visitor, or guest) who intends to remain at MSS for more than three (3) days must register with the Office within two (2) working days of the commencement of their occupancy. Any person who intends to occupy a unit for more than thirty (30) days shall obtain and review the House Rules. Questions about the House Rules may be directed to the Office.
  2. Owners and Agents are responsible for ensuring that their tenants and guests register with the Office. Registration can be done in person at the Office or with Operations (after hours only) or via electronic submission of the necessary authorizing documents to the Office.
  3. To register, a registration form shall be completed and submitted to the Office with a copy of the rental/lease agreement or other document evidencing the right to occupy the apartment prior to occupancy. It is the owner’s and agent’s responsibility to issue to the prospective occupant:
    1. Copy of the HOUSE RULES.
    2. Resident Registration Form (This form is available at the Office. A blank copy is attached in Section K of this document.)
  4. Occupants shall sign the House Rules agreement, thereby acknowledging the House Rules and agree to abide by them.
  5. At the time of Registration, A $75 one-time non-refundable move-in/administration fee will be imposed; Paid by check or money order payable to MSS. This fee is intended to cover on-site management’s time for account maintenance, registration, common area preparation, and defer collective general “wear and tear” on the property generated by moving activity.31. Owners and Agents are to provide the Office with a copy of each new rental agreement or lease for MSS records. A four dollars ($4.00) fee is charged for reproduction costs if a copy is made by Office.
  6. Owners and tenants using a parking stall that is not appurtenant to their apartment shall provide the Office with their names and other relevant information as soon as practicable.
  7. Whenever possible, electronic submission (by fax or e-mail) of documents in advance is recommended for convenience, to save time, and to minimize congestion at the Office. Fax numbers: 808-696-7871 (Office) or Email Makahasurfside@hawaiiantel.net

Security Keys

  1. Security FOB keys for exterior gates and other recreation areas may be purchased from the Office at a cost of $50 for each key in addition to the original two (2) keys issued for each unit.
  2. The fee to replace a lost or damaged FOB key is $20. They may be purchased by owners, registered agents, or residents with written permission from either the owner or registered agent. All keys are numbered for security control and affidavit of loss must be signed. No Charge for exchange of key if no visible damages.
  3. If a resident/owner lends his/her FOB key to anyone else, his/her FOB key will be turned off and there will be a reactivation charge.
  4. Owners and agents are responsible to provide the FOB keys to tenants. Climbing over security fences to enter or exit the Premises strictly prohibited (Beach gates are chained between 10 pm and 6 am).

Move-In/Move-Outs /Deliveries

  1. Dates and times of Move-In/Move-Outs and impending deliveries should be scheduled with the Office. The Office should be notified forty-eight (48) hours before a resident plan to move into or out of an apartment. The requirement applies whether or not furniture, appliances, or other items will also be moved into or out of an apartment.
  2. Prior to moving in, each tenant must present a copy of his/her lease agreement to the Office. When moving out, residents must check out with the Office and return any parking decals that have been issued.
  3. When moving in or out and will use the elevator, please see security for elevator pads. Any damage to MSS caused by moving furniture or other personal effects in or out of MSS shall be repaired by the MSS at the expense of the owner or persons involved.
  4. Moving into and out of an apartment is permitted from sunrise to sunset.
  5. Residents shall not expect or request management or employees to accept mail, deliveries or keys.
  6. If residents are evicted from any unit at MSS the Board may ask the court to prohibit said persons from renting another unit at MSS without prior BOD approval.

Lock-Outs

  1. In the event of a lock-out, only occupants properly registered shall be permitted to have their doors unlocked by a licensed locksmith.
  2. Owners are responsible for the conduct and behavior of tenants, their guests/visitors. Owners shall comply with requests from Office or Operations to take action respecting the conduct of said persons or others occupying their unit(s). If the conduct and behavior of the person(s) constitute a disturbance or nuisance to others, the Office or Operations with the advice and consent of the BOD may use such reasonable means as necessary to have the offending person(s) removed from MSS.

Open House/Signs

  1. An “open house” to show an apartment for sale is to be held between the hours of 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm. Plans for a showing must be registered with the Office twenty-four hours in advance, and must include the apartment number and the name and telephone number of the agent or owner who will be present to show the apartment.
  2. No real estate signs, whether directional or informational, may be posted or attached to any common area wall or landscaping. Real estate, open house signs may be posted at the entry gate, providing, they do NOT obstruct the view of traffic. Operations staff will direct visitors to the open house that has been registered with the Office. Other signs are prohibited unless posted by the Office.