House Rules SECTION C: BALCONIES/LANAIS

  1. Balconies and lanais shall not be used as storage areas. Nothing shall be left on or hung from balconies, railings or windows visible by persons outside the units.
  2. Only outdoor tables, chairs, plant stands and plants may be placed on balconies. Items on balconies and lanais must be secured so as not to present a safety hazard. All balconies will have no more than 1 small table and 2 chairs. All balcony/lanai furniture must be of standard patio design and maintained in good repair. Nothing is to be attached to walls or ceilings of balconies. Folding chairs are not allowed on balconies or lanais. Clothes lines are prohibited on balconies, lanais and slider ledges.
  3. Only potted plants (illegal plants are prohibited) appropriate for balconies may be kept thereon. Plants shall be properly maintained and cared for and kept within the confines of the lanai area. Over-growth will be trimmed and dead vegetation removed. Appropriate containers shall be placed under all pots so as to avoid water overflow. The watering of plants, sweeping and mopping of balconies shall be accomplished in a manner which will not create a nuisance to persons in adjacent, lower units, or on the grounds of MSS. No dust, rubbish, litter or any objects shall be thrown from the balconies. Artificial plants are permitted but must be kept in good condition.
  4. Use of outdoor cooking devices including hibachis is prohibited on balconies, within units, and grass areas. However, they may be used at designated picnic sites and at various other permanently installed barbecue facilities provided by the MSS.
  5. Delivery or removal of furniture, appliances or similar objects OVER the balcony (through sliding glass doors, 2nd, 3rd and 4th floors) is prohibited.
  6. Smoking anywhere in the common elements of MSS, including balconies and lanais is prohibited.
  7. Window coverings are required on all windows and lanai doors. Coverings shall be fabric draperies, blackout draperies, or blinds which shall have a white or off-white appearance from the exterior of the building. All window coverings will be in good repair. They will not be torn, frayed, or falling. Sheets, blankets or similar are not approved window coverings and will not be permitted. Temporary or no window coverings during times of construction are permitted. Approved window coverings shall be installed at the completion of construction.
  8. Screens, sliders, windows, and air conditioners must be kept in good repair. Walls, window sills and frames, air conditioners and wooden jalousies must match the color of the building. Paint is available from the Maintenance department during normal business hours. Please call the office at 696-6991 to schedule pick up.
  9. No style or structural changes may be made to balconies, lanais, windows, or sliders without approval from the AOAO. Please contact the office at 696-6991 for information.