Generally speaking, the declaration is the document that creates the inium. The bylaws spell out the day-to-day operations of the association. If your association is more than 10 years old and the bylaws have remained unchanged, board members may want to consider making updates.
Ultimately, one of the main purposes of a condo association is to ensure your safety and convenience, as well as that of the other unit owners and residents in your complex or building. Another objective is maintaining property values so the community continues to be a good investment.
The Declarations define the use and occupancy rules of the units and common areas. Condo bylaws outline the remedies for breach of these rules.
Four types of legal “governing documents” are typically associated with subdivisions such as iniums and planned developments: the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (or “CC&Rs”), the Bylaws, the Articles of Incorporation, and the Rules.
Condo fees also typically cover expenses related to the upkeep and repair of amenities, such as gyms, swimming pools, clubhouses, and parking areas. Some associations also cover some basic utilities and services with dues such as trash pickup and water.
Bylaws set forth how the condo association will operate including how and when meetings are held, how directors and officers are elected, the powers of the board of directors, insurance requirements, and maintenance responsibilities.
All public bathing facilities (swimming pools and bathing beaches) in Suffolk County are required to apply for an operating permit and must comply with all applicable sections of the New York State Sanitary Code, including Subpart 6-1 (swimming pools), Subpart 6-2 (bathing beaches) and Subpart 6-3 (recreational aquatic ...
Pool / Hot Tub / Spa Permit– Above Ground Pool, In-Ground Pool or Storable/Wading Pool 631-224-5466 Required for above ground, in-ground and temporary pools (No permit required for pools with a water depth of 18” or less ).
There must be a 4-foot high fence all the way around in-ground pools with a closed, child proof, self-closing gate. If the lot is 25 feet wide or more, the pool must be at least 5 feet from any lot line. If the lot is less than 25 feet wide, it must be at least 3 feet from any side lot line.
What kind of fence do I need to around my pool? New York requires that pool fences be at least four feet high. Any fence that does not meet these standards could be subject to penalty. In the case of above-ground pools, the fence may be at ground level or mounted on top of the pool structure.