BTCA Rules & Regulations - Section 6
- May 6, 2025
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Section 6: Amenities Rules and Regulations
6.1. General Rules
1. All residents are entitled to utilize the Club Facilities and amenities if they meet all eligibility requirements.
2. Guests must be accompanied by a resident at all times, unless they have first obtained a Guest Pass.
3. Residents and guests are encouraged to speak to their physician before engaging in physical exercise. All residents and guests who utilize the Club Facilities and amenities do so at their own risk. Assumption of risk and liability forms must be signed and on file before utilizing the Club Facilities. (See Appendix A and A.1)
4. Access to the Clubhouse is by Access Card only. Residents must have at all times in their possession their Access Card for identification to enter and utilize the Club Facilities.
5. With the exception of the pool and wet areas where bathing suits are permitted, residents and guests must be properly attired as described in Rule 5.2. Dress Code.
6. Bathing suits and wet feet are not allowed inside the Clubhouse, with the exception of the locker room areas. When inside the Clubhouse, wet bathing suits shall be properly covered with a towel or wrap.
7. Consumption of food and drink may be limited to designated areas only. Residents are responsible for cleaning up after themselves. No glass is permitted in the pool or spa areas.
8. Amplified sound systems and DJs are prohibited within the Club Facilities unless it is an Association approved program, event or authorized private event.
9. Audio and television systems are provided for the convenience and enjoyment of Members and guests. Programs will be tuned to satisfy the interests of the majority, or may be audible only through the use of personal radios with headsets by tuning to specified frequencies. The final decision rests with Management. Portable radios, DVD players, iPods, MP3 players, tablets, and all other electronic sound producing devices are permitted, but only with earphones.
10. Use of profane, abusive, or inappropriate language is not permitted.
11. Anyone who appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be asked to leave the Club Facilities.
12. Residents are requested to let Staff know if an area of the Club Facilities or a piece of equipment is in need of cleaning, repair, or maintenance.
13. All equipment and supplies provided for use of the Club Facilities, grounds, and amenities must be returned in good condition after use.
14. No pet or animal shall be “tied out” on the exterior of the Clubhouse, or left unattended on any Association Facility, property, or in the Common Areas. Pet owners are responsible for the activities of their pets, and are responsible for cleaning up of all matter created by the pet. Pets are prohibited from entering all Club Facilities. Pets must be walked on a leash. Members who do not follow pet rules will be subject to disciplinary action.
15. Bicycles must be parked in the designated bike rack.
16. All Association-sponsored programs and services including, but not limited to, personal training, group exercise, tennis lessons, and instructional programs must be conducted by a vendor that has been properly registered with the Association.
17. The use of cellular telephones is limited while in the Club Facilities. Residents and guests are asked to keep their ringers turned off or on vibrate while in the Club Facilities. Use of cellular phones is only permitted under the pretense of acceptable levels, and so long as it does not interfere with the quiet enjoyment of the Club Facilities and amenities by others.
18. The Association does not provide concierge, copying, printing, or secretarial services of any kind.
19. The Association and Staff are not responsible for lost or stolen items, and Staff Members are not permitted to hold, secure, or store valuables, personal belongings, or bags for anyone.
20. All found items should be turned in to Staff for storage in the lost and found. Items will be stored in the lost and found for up to one month. Thereafter, if unclaimed, such items will be disposed of in any appropriate manner in the sole discretion of Management.
21. The recreational or commercial use of drones within the Association’s property, including its airspace, is prohibited, unless previously authorized by Management or the Board in writing.
22. A Recycling Bin has been provided for the use of all Owners/Lessees. This receptacle is to be used in strict accordance with the posted rules and regulations.
6.2. Fitness Center Usage Rules
1. All residents and guests are encouraged to consult their physician before beginning an exercise program.
2. Appropriate attire and athletic footwear must be worn at all times..
3. To maintain clean and sweat-free equipment, clothing must cover any part of the body exposed to direct contact with the equipment.
4. All equipment must be wiped down after use with the wipes and/or spray provided.
5. If a resident or guest is waiting, cardiovascular equipment utilization is limited to 30 minutes.
6. If a resident or guest is waiting for the weight equipment, individuals should allow others to "work in" between sets. Weight equipment should not be slammed while lifting.
7. Food is not permitted in the fitness center or locker room.
8. Water or other sport drinks must be contained in non-breakable, spill-proof containers.
9. Personal music devices are permitted only if used with headphones and played at a volume that does not disturb others.
10. The use of cellular phones or similar electronic devices for personal conversations is prohibited in the Fitness Center or locker room.
11. Lockers are available on a first-come, first-served basis for day-to-day use. Please use your own lock. No belongings may be left overnight in the Locker Room or Lockers. Management reserves the right to cut and remove any lock left in place in violation of this rule and remove the contents of the locker. Neither the Association nor Management shall be responsible for any damage or loss of personal belongings within the Club Facilities and amenities.
12. A unisex changing facility is available for those individuals requiring special assistance and for the use of small opposite sex children.
6.3. Pool & Spa Usage Rules
1. Swimming and use of spa is done strictly at your own risk. The pool and spa areas are not directly supervised by Staff or lifeguards.
2. The pool, spa and locker room areas are open from 7 am to 9:45 pm daily. No one is permitted in these areas at any other time unless a specific event is scheduled. Anyone entering the pool or spa after hours will be considered as trespassing, and may be subject to prosecution or disciplinary action.
3. Children under the age of eighteen (18) must be directly supervised and accompanied by a parent or guardian eighteen (18) years or older at all times while within the pool or the pool deck area.
4. No private social events may occur at the pool or on the pool deck, including but not limited to the following: graduation parties, holiday parties, birthday parties, anniversary parties, retirement parties, weddings, bar mitzvahs, baptisms, etc. Only Association sponsored social events are permitted at the pool or on the pool deck.
5. Swim fins, facemasks, and footwear are permitted. Inner tubes or other inflatable devices are permitted. However, Management reserves the right to restrict any and all of the above based on pool occupancy. Small children in the pool may wear inflatable devices or small flotation devices as a precautionary safety measure. Small toys may be used by children under adult supervision, based on occupancy of pool. Toys are not to be left unattended at any time.
6. Showers must be taken before entering the pool or spa.
7. No bicycles, tricycles, scooters, roller skates, roller blades or skate boards are permitted on the pool deck area. Baby strollers are permitted but must remain outside of ten (10) feet of pool apron.
8. Glass containers or breakable objects of any kind are not permitted anywhere on the pool deck. Beverages in non-glass, non-breakable, non-spill containers may be consumed in areas adjacent to the pool and spa edge.
9. Persons with open cuts, wounds, sores or blisters may not use the pool. No person should use the pool with or suspected of having a communicable disease which could be transmitted through the use of the pool.
10. Appropriate swimming attire (swimsuits) must be worn at all times.
11. Infants/children not toilet trained and incontinent adults must wear swim suit diapers or snug plastic pants under their swim suits. All other diapers (cloth and disposable) are prohibited.
12. Animals, other than Service Animals, are not permitted in the pool or wet areas.
13. The pool is shallow and not designed for any type of diving or jumping into. Any type of dives, flips, jumps or other similar actions from the side of the pool are strictly prohibited.
14. Only authorized personnel are allowed in the pool equipment area.
15. Tables or chairs on the deck may not be reserved by placing towels or personal belongings on them.
6.4. Meeting Rooms/Ballrooms Usage Rules
All inside non-office use areas within the Clubhouse are open for resident utilization, unless previously reserved for a structured program or event. Management has the authority to restrict access to these areas from time to time as it deems necessary.
Unless otherwise provided in these Rules, the sale of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. Members are responsible for the actions of their guests. Persons deemed to be intoxicated will be required to leave the Facility. Alcohol may be served only to persons twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited from being stored inside the Clubhouse kitchen except as part of a ongoing sanctioned event or activity.
6.5. Library and Billiards Room Usage Rules
1. The Library and Billiards Room are open for the use of residents and their guests only.
2. Books and reading materials are provided by the Association in the Library. Those individuals desiring to donate books or other suitable materials should make arrangements with the Clubhouse front desk staff.
3. Periodicals, magazines, and newspapers must remain inside the Clubhouse, and cannot be checked out.
4. Use of mobile phones is permitted under the pretense of acceptable levels, and so long as it does not interfere with the quiet enjoyment of others.
5. Gambling is not permitted in the Club Facilities (Except at Association-sanctioned activities)
6. No food/beverages/liquids of any kind are permitted on the Billiard tables.
6.6. Putting Green, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, and Bocce Courts Usage Rules
1. Putting Green, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, and Bocce Courts are available for their intended use by residents and their guests on a first-come first served basis, and cannot be reserved for a private function or accessed by the guests of a private function. The Putting Green is to be used only for putting purposes, and for no other purpose. Bocce Courts are to be used only to play Bocce ball, and for no other purpose. The Tennis/Pickle Ball Court is to be used only for playing tennis and/or pickle ball, and for no other purpose. Children under the age of eighteen (18) must be accompanied by a person eighteen (18) years of age or older at all times when using the Putting Green, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, or the Bocce Courts.
2. Bikes, tricycles, rollerblades, skateboards, shoes with metal cleats, and any equipment with wheels are prohibited on the surfaces of the Putting Green, Tennis Court/Pickle Ball, and Bocce Courts.
3. Pets are not allowed on the surfaces of the Putting Green, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, and Bocce Courts.
4. No glass containers of any kind are allowed on the surfaces of the Putting Green, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, and Bocce Courts. Food or beverages are prohibited on the surfaces of the Putting Green, Bocce Courts and Tennis/Pickle Ball Court. Food and beverages in non-glass containers, and coolers may be used around the perimeter areas of the Putting Green, Tennis/Pickle Ball Court, and Bocce Courts.
5. Residents are responsible for bringing their own equipment. Club Staff may have some equipment available for sign out on a first come first served basis.
6.7. Lake & Pond Areas Rules
These wet areas are not designed for fishing, swimming, or recreational use, and cannot be used for those purposes. All such uses are strictly prohibited. DO NOT FEED THE WILDLIFE
6.8. Clubhouse Parking Policy
6.8.1. General Guidelines
1. The Clubhouse parking lot is intended to be used exclusively by residents, their guests and invitees, vendors, and Clubhouse visitors, on a temporary basis. No overnight parking is permitted.
2. All vehicles must be parked only in areas designated for such purpose. At no time shall lawns, green spaces, or sidewalks be used for parking, storage, or other recurring use to support vehicles of any type. Enforcement of this provision shall be as provided for under the Enforcement & Towing section below.
3. Temporary private event guest parking spaces may be designated by Management from time to time. Residents are not allowed to park in event guest designated parking places during such events.
4. Vehicles must be parked so as to not obstruct other parking spaces, sidewalks, or ingress and egress areas, or impede mail delivery or pickup. Emergency vehicles must have space to navigate the roadways.
5. No campers, recreation vehicles, boats or boat trailers may be parked on the Clubhouse Parking lot.
6. No parking or stopping is permitted along any of the entry traffic lanes of the Property other than those checking in at the Gatehouse.
6.8.2. Enforcement and Towing
1. The Board of Directors may initiate towing on any prohibited vehicle or vehicle in violation of the provisions of this Parking Policy. The Board of Directors or the Manager or designee shall be responsible for the towing of vehicles violating any rules contained herein. Vehicles determined to be in violation of this Policy shall be subject to the "48-hour notice to tow", beginning with posting a "24-hour friendly reminder notice" and then a "24-hourtowing notice" on the vehicle (with the exception of 2 below). Notices shall contain the following information:
a. Make, model and year (if known), and color of the vehicle.
b. License number of the vehicle, the state licensed to and expiration date.
c. Date vehicle will be towed.
d. Date and time of citation.
e. Tow company's name and phone number.
2. For the safety of all residents, the following vehicles in violation will be towed without notice.
a. Any vehicle parked in a Fire Lane.
b. Any vehicle parked in a way to limit ingress and egress to the Club Facilities.
c. Any vehicle parked in a handicap space without proper handicap permit.
d. Any vehicle parked in a manner that blocks handicap ramps.
e. Any vehicle with repeat violations within a preceding 14-day period.
f. Any vehicle that is not properly registered and plated.
