GlenRiddle Community Association, Inc. Governing Documents
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GlenRiddle Community Association, Inc. Governing Documents
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1.
Owners’ Guide to GlenRiddle Living
1.1.
History
1.2.
Community Living Benefits
1.3.
Amenities
1.4.
Association Governance
1.5.
Board of Directors
1.6.
GlenRiddle Management
1.7.
Association Finances
1.8.
Federal and State Laws and Regulations
1.9.
Ways to Get Involved
1.10.
Owner Communications and Connections
2.
Common Governing Document Activities
2.1.
Enjoy Common Area Amenities
2.2.
Landscaping and Property Management
2.3.
Alter Your Property
2.4.
Parking
2.5.
Quiet Enjoyment of Residences
2.6.
Pets
2.7.
Renting, Leasing or Selling Your Residence
2.8.
Experience Hardship
2.9.
Volunteer Your Time and Talents
3.
Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Easements, and Restrictions
3.1.
Article 1: Preamble
3.2.
Article 2: Property Subject to Governing Documents
3.3.
Article 3: Property Rights
3.4.
Article 4: The Association and Its Members
3.5.
Article 5: Covenant for Assessments
3.6.
Article 6: Remedies of Association for Non-Payment of Assessments
3.7.
Article 7: Design Review and Architectural Control
3.8.
Article 8: Covenants Committee
3.9.
Article 9: Local Area Committees
3.10.
Article 10: Community Codes
3.11.
Article 11: Easements and Restrictions
3.12.
Article 12: Maintenance of Living Units and Community Areas
3.13.
Article 13: Party Walls, Party Fences, Joint Driveways and Shared Improvements
3.14.
Article 14: Mortgagee Notices, Consents and Approvals
3.15.
Article 15: Golf Course
3.16.
Article 16: Marina (as amended by the First Amendment to the Declaration)
3.17.
Article 17: Amendment of Governing Documents
3.18.
Article 18: General Provisions
3.19.
Appendix One: Definitions of Significant Terms Used in the Governing Documents
3.20.
Appendix Two: Declarant’s Reserved Rights and Obligations
3.21.
Exhibit “A”: Description of Property Subject to the Declarant’s Unilateral Right to Annex
4.
Amendments to the Declaration
4.1.
First Amendment: Marina (10/11/2005)
4.2.
Second Amendment: Amended Marina Plan (11/24/2008)
4.3.
Recovery of Post-Judgment Legal Fees and Costs of Collection (10/8/2015)
4.4.
Design Review and Architectural Control (10/8/2015)
5.
Community Codes
5.1.
No. 1: Permitted Uses Prohibited Uses and Nuisances
5.2.
No. 2: Procedures for Processing Alleged Violations of the Governing Documents
5.3.
No. 3: Association Insurance Requirements
5.4.
No. 4: Design Guidelines UPDATED 2024
5.5.
No. 4: Revision to Rename Design Review Entity to Architectural Control Committee
5.6.
No. 4: Design Guidelines Revision Trash Dumpsters
5.7.
No. 4: Design Guidelines Revision Awnings
5.8.
No. 4: Design Guidelines Revision Post Alteration Application Fee
5.9.
No. 4: Revisions to New Home Building Application Fee
5.10.
No. 5: Community Center Rules and Regulations
5.11.
No. 6: Revised Rules and Regulations for Living Unit Leasing
6.
Design Guidelines: Community Code No. 4 UPDATED 2024: READ THIS FIRST
6.1.
I. Purpose
6.2.
II. Site Design
6.2.1.
A. Siting and Orientation
6.2.2.
B. Limits of Clearing and Protection and Preservation of Trees and Existing Vegetation
6.2.2.1.
1. Lots Within Critical Areas
6.2.2.2.
2. Tree Removal Guidance
6.2.3.
C. Retaining Walls
6.2.4.
D. Setbacks and Easements
6.2.5.
E. Driveways, Natural Pathways and Leadwalks
6.2.6.
F. Site Utilities
6.2.7.
G. Lighting
6.3.
III. Architectural Design Standards
6.3.1.
A. Introduction
6.3.2.
B. Baseline Standards
6.3.2.1.
1. Dwelling Units, Accessory Structures and Enclosures
6.3.2.2.
2. Additions and Remodeling (Rooms, Garages, Greenhouses, Screened Porches, Sunrooms)
6.3.2.3.
3. Antennas & Satellite Dishes
6.3.2.4.
4. Attic Ventilators and Turbines
6.3.2.5.
5. Awnings
6.3.2.6.
6. Chimneys
6.3.2.7.
7. Columns
6.3.2.8.
8. Doors and Windows
6.3.2.9.
9. Dwelling Unit Numbers
6.3.2.10.
10. Foundation
6.3.2.11.
11. Front Porches
6.3.2.12.
12. Garages and Garage Setbacks
6.3.2.13.
13. Greenhouses, Screened Porches and Decks
6.3.2.14.
14. Gutters and Downspouts
6.3.2.15.
15. Materials and Colors
6.3.2.16.
16. Mechanical Equipment
6.3.2.17.
17. Propane Tanks
6.3.2.18.
18. Roofing
6.3.2.19.
19. Security Devices
6.3.2.20.
20. Site Design
6.3.2.21.
21. Skylights
6.3.2.22.
22. Solar Collectors/Panels
6.3.2.23.
23. Trash Dumpsters
6.3.3.
C. High Impact Lots
6.4.
IV. Landscape Design and Yard Use
6.4.1.
A. Buffers
6.4.2.
B. Fencing
6.4.2.1.
1. Single Family Detached Dwelling Units
6.4.2.2.
2. Single Family Attached Townhouses
6.4.3.
C. Patios, Decks, and Balconies
6.4.4.
D. Recreational Items
6.4.4.1.
1. Basketball Backboards
6.4.4.2.
2. Hot Tubs and Spas
6.4.4.3.
3. Play Equipment
6.4.4.4.
4. Swimming Pools
6.4.5.
E. Outdoor Structures
6.4.6.
F. Storage of Vehicles
6.4.7.
G. Yard Plantings
6.4.8.
H. Miscellaneous
6.4.8.1.
1. Clotheslines
6.4.8.2.
2. Decorative Exterior Objects
6.4.8.3.
3. Dog Houses and Dog Runs
6.4.8.4.
4. Flagpoles
6.4.8.5.
5. Standard Clustered Mailboxes
6.5.
V. Signs
6.5.1.
A. Identification Signs
6.5.2.
B. Temporary for Sale Signs
6.5.3.
C. Builder Model Home Signs
6.6.
VI. Construction Operations
6.6.1.
A. Temporary Facilities
6.6.2.
B. Siltation and Tree Save Fencing
6.6.3.
C. Trash and Construction Debris
6.7.
VII. Presales Structures and Model Home Sales Centers
6.8.
VIII. Miscellaneous Provisions
6.8.1.
A. Waiver, Amendment and Third-Party Benefit
6.8.2.
B. Non-Liability of the Architectural Control Committee
6.8.3.
C. Accuracy of Information
6.8.4.
D. Owner and/or Participating Builder Representation
6.8.5.
E. Regulatory Compliance
6.8.6.
F. Design Guidelines and Worcester County Laws and Regulations
6.9.
IX. Approval Procedures
6.9.1.
A. New Construction
6.9.2.
B. Modifications to Existing Structures
6.9.2.1.
1. Process
6.9.2.1.1.
a. Application
6.9.2.1.2.
b. Submittal Package
6.9.2.1.3.
c. Architectural Control Committee Review and Approval
6.9.2.1.4.
d. Appeals
6.10.
Appendix 1: Coastal/Low Country Architectural Styles
6.11.
Appendix 2: List of Recommended Trees
6.12.
Appendix 3: Resolution – Clotheslines
6.13.
Appendix 4: Marina Condominium Rules and Regulations
6.14.
Appendix 5: New Home Building Application and Checklist
6.15.
Exhibit A: Rules for Antennas and Satellite Dishes
6.16.
Exhibit B: Lot Signs
7.
Rules and Regulations
7.1.
Administrative Resolution 2007-1: Code of Ethics and Rules of Conduct
7.2.
Administrative Resolution 2007-3: Marina Committee Terms of Reference
7.3.
Administrative Resolution 2007-7: Amendment for For Sale Sign Fee Structure
7.4.
Administrative Resolution 2007-9: Amendment to Minor Exterior Alteration Application Fee Structure
7.5.
Administrative Resolution 2008-2: Motor Vehicle Parking Policy
7.6.
Administrative Resolution 2012-1: Architectural Control Committee Application Review Marina Basin
7.7.
Administrative Resolution 2012-2: Architectural Control Committee Application Review Marina Condominiums
7.8.
Administrative Resolution 2014-1: Operations and Safety Committee Terms of Reference
7.9.
Administrative Resolution 2014-5: Trailer Lot Parking Policy
7.10.
Administrative Resolution 2020-5: Budget and Finance Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
7.11.
Policy Resolution 2008-4: Green Lawn Policy
7.12.
Policy Resolution 2008-7: Fence and Wall Policy
7.13.
Policy Resolution 2010-11: Committee Meeting Attendance Policy
7.14.
Policy Resolution 2010-12: Parking
7.15.
Policy Resolution 2012-7: For Sale Sign Policy
7.16.
Policy Resolution 2012-7: Single Family Home Lamp Post Policy
7.17.
Policy Resolution 2013-3: Landscaping Reimbursement Request Policy
7.18.
Resolution 2011-3: Garage Guidelines
7.19.
Resolution 2011-3: Prohibition of Sheds
7.20.
Resolution 2011-3: Use of Clotheslines
7.21.
Resolution 2011-3: Use of Golf Carts
7.22.
Resolution 2012-11: Procedures Relative to Assessment Collection of Routine and Special Assessments as well as Delinquent Payments
7.23.
Resolution 2013-11: Policy Relative to the Prohibition of Purebred Pit Bull Dogs within the Association
7.24.
Resolution 2014-5: Covenant Violation Procedures Revised Time Periods
7.25.
Resolution: Rules and Regulations Related to Living Unit Leasing
7.26.
Rules and Regulations 2013-10: GlenRiddle Marina
7.27.
Rules: Small Boat Storage Rack
7.28.
Rules and Regulations: Leasing the GlenRiddle Community Center Outdoor Swimming Pool
7.29.
Rules and Regulations: Leasing the GlenRiddle Community Center Multi-Purpose Room and Catering Kitchen
8.
Bylaws
8.1.
Article 1: Applicability of Bylaws
8.2.
Article 2: Definitions
8.3.
Article 3: Meeting of Members
8.3.1.
Section 3.1: Membership
8.3.2.
Section 3.2: Annual Meetings
8.3.3.
Section 3.3: Special Meetings
8.3.4.
Section 3.4 Notice of Meetings
8.3.5.
Section 3.5: Quorum
8.3.6.
Section 3.6: Voting
8.3.7.
Section 3.7: Absentee Ballots
8.3.8.
Section 3.8: Proxies
8.3.9.
Section 3.9: Rights of Mortgagees
8.3.10.
Section 3.10: Open Meetings
8.4.
Article 4: Board of Directors; Selection; Term of Office
8.4.1.
Section 4.1: Number
8.4.2.
Section 4.2: The Declarant’s Representation on the Board of Directors
8.4.3.
Section 4.3: Term of Office
8.4.4.
Section 4.4: Removal
8.4.5.
Section 4.5: Compensation
8.4.6.
Section 4.6: Action Taken Without a Meeting
8.5.
Article 5: Nomination and Election of Directors
8.5.1.
Section 5.1: Nomination
8.5.2.
Section 5.2: Election
8.5.3.
Section 5.3: Directors Appointed by the Declarant
8.5.4.
Section 5.4: Voting Districts
8.6.
Article 6: Meeting of Directors
8.6.1.
Section 6.1: Regular and Special Meetings
8.6.2.
Section 6.2: Quorum
8.6.3.
Section 6.3: Rights of Mortgagees
8.7.
Article 7: Powers and Duties of the Board of Directors
8.7.1.
Section 7.1: Powers
8.7.2.
Section 7.2: Duties
8.7.3.
Section 7.3: Management Agent
8.8.
Article 8: Officers and Their Duties
8.8.1.
Section 8.1: Enumeration of Officers
8.8.2.
Section 8.2: Election of Officers
8.8.3.
Section 8.3: Term
8.8.4.
Section 8.4: Special Appointments
8.8.5.
Section 8.5: Resignation and Removal
8.8.6.
Section 8.6: Vacancies
8.8.7.
Section 8.7: Multiple Offices
8.8.8.
Section 8.8: Duties
8.8.9.
Section 8.9: Compensation
8.9.
Article 9: Liability and Indemnification of Officers and Directors; Insurance
8.9.1.
Section 9.1: Liability and Indemnification
8.9.2.
Section 9.2: Insurance
8.10.
Article 10: Committees
8.11.
Article 11: Books and Records/Fiscal Management
8.11.1.
Section 11.1: Fiscal Year
8.11.2.
Section 11.2: Principal Office – Change of Same
8.11.3.
Section 11.3: Books and Accounts
8.11.4.
Section 11.4: Auditing
8.11.5.
Section 11.5: Inspection of Books
8.12.
Article 12: Assessments
8.13.
Article 13: Corporate Seal
8.14.
Article 14: Amendments
8.15.
Article 15: Interpretation/Miscellaneous
8.15.1.
Section 15.1: Conflict
8.15.2.
Section 15.2: Notices
8.15.3.
Section 15.3: Severability
8.15.4.
Section 15.4: Waiver
8.15.5.
Section 15.5: Captions and Gender
9.
Articles of Incorporation
9.1.
Article 1: Name of Corporation
9.2.
Article 2: Principal Office
9.3.
Article 3: Resident Agent
9.4.
Article 4: Powers and Purposes
9.5.
Article 5: No Capital Stock
9.6.
Article 6: Voting Rights (as amended 6/20/2011)
9.7.
Article 7: Membership
9.8.
Article 8: Right of Enjoyment
9.9.
Article 9: Board of Directors
9.10.
Article 10: Dissolution
9.11.
Article 11: Duration
9.12.
Article 12: Amendments
9.13.
Article 13: Miscellaneous
10.
Maryland Homeowners Association Act
10.1.
MHAA Updates
10.2.
§ 11B-101. Definitions.
10.3.
§ 11B-102. Applicability of title and §§ 11B-105 through 11B-108 and 11B-110.
10.4.
§ 11B-103. Variance of title’s provisions and waiver of rights conferred thereby, and evasion of title’s requirements, limitations, or prohibitions prohibited.
10.5.
§ 11B-104. Building code or zoning laws, ordinances, and regulations to be given full force and effect; local laws, ordinances, or regulations; alternative dispute resolution.
10.6.
§ 11B-105. Initial sale of lots in developments containing more than 12 lots.
10.7.
§ 11B-106. Resale of lot; initial sale of lot in development containing 12 or fewer lots.
10.8.
§ 11B-106.1 Meeting to elect governing body of homeowners association.
10.9.
§ 11B-106.2. Sales of common elements.
10.10.
§ 11B-107. Initial sale of lot not intended to be occupied or rented for residential purposes.
10.11.
§ 11B-108. Cancellation of contract.
10.12.
§ 11B-109. Untrue statements or omissions by vendor.
10.13.
§ 11B-110. Warranties; notice of defect.
10.14.
§ 11B-111. Meetings of homeowners association or its governing body.
10.15.
§ 11B-111.1. Family childcare homes — No-impact home-based businesses.
10.16.
§ 11B-111.2. Candidate or proposition sign.
10.17.
§ 11B-111.3. Distribution of written information and materials.
10.18.
§ 11B-111.4. Meetings.
10.19.
§ 11B-111.5. Court appointment of receiver.
10.20.
§ 11B-111.6 Fidelity insurance.
10.21.
§ 11B-111.7. Number of declarant votes.
10.22.
§ 11B-112. Books and records of homeowners association; disclosures to be deposited into depository.
10.23.
§ 11B-112.1. Late Charges.
10.24.
§ 11B-112.2. Annual Budget.
10.25.
§ 11B-113. Homeowners association depository.
10.26.
§ 11B-113.1 Electronic transmission of notice.
10.27.
§ 11B-113.2 Electronic transmission of votes or proxies.
10.28.
§ 11B-113.3 Deletion of ownership restrictions based on race, religion, or national origin.
10.29.
§ 11B-113.4 Annual charge.
10.30.
§ 11B-113.5. Annexation of land in Howard County.
10.31.
§ 11B-114. Electronic payment fees.
10.32.
§ 11B-115. Enforcement authority of Division of Consumer Protection.
10.33.
§ 11B-115.1. Enforcement by Division of Consumer Protection.
10.34.
§ 11B-116. Amendment of governing document.
10.35.
§ 11B-117. Liability for homeowners association assessments and charges on lots.
10.36.
§ 11B-118. Short title.
11.
MD Real Property Code § 11-109 – Council of unit owners
12.
Worcester County MD Rental License Application Process
13.
Worcester County Rental Property Maintenance Standards
14.
Worcester County Taxation and Revenue Rental Licenses
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Community Codes
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Design Review and Architectural Control (10/8/2015)
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