HARTFORD CIRCLE
CONDOMINIUMS
HOUSE RULES
Section 1. 1. Preamble
HCC, acting through its Board of Directors, has adopted the following Rules and
Regulations (House Rules), pursuant to Article VI Section 6.08 of the HCC Bylaws. The House Rules
together with the Bylaws govern the use of the building and all common elements of the Condominium.
The Bylaws contain some specific provisions regarding restrictions on use of the units and common
elements. These House Rules may expand on the provisions of the Bylaws and the Condominium Act
governing rights and restrictions on use so long as these House Rules do not contradict either the Bylaws
or the Act. All Owners and residents, and their guests, tenants, agents, contractors, employees, heirs,
successors, and assigns shall comply with all House Rules and any amendments subsequently adopted.
Section 1. 2. Definitions
In addition to the definitions used in HCC Declaration and Bylaws, the following definitions apply
throughout these House Rules:
The Association or HCC shall include the HARTFORD CIRCLE Condominium Association, the Board
of Directors of the Association, and the Management Agent when acting on behalf of the Association.
Owner means the Owner of record as recorded among the land records of the District of Columbia
(deed) of unit, whether living on-site or off-site.
Occupant means any person who physically occupies or has the right to occupancy of a unit whether or
not such a person actually resides in the unit. Occupants include but are not limited to roommates, family
members, house guests, tenants, roomers, or any other resident.
Children means all persons under the age of 18.
Public areas or Common Areas includes the hall, stairways, outside common areas (inside gates or
surrounding area of the building) including the trash area, mail area, utility room all of which are defined in
the Declaration as common elements.
Assessments are commonly referred to as condominium fees.
Fines are penalties levied against Owners for violations of HCC Bylaws or House Rules and late
assessments. All proceeds of fines are paid to HCC and used at the discretion of HCC. Fines are
Owners must apply for Board approval to rent at least 30-days before lease start date.
Owners must fill out and submit a Tenant Registration Form along with proof of renters
insurance and copy of the lease agreement to our management agent.
Only Owners who have no outstanding balances with HCC can rent.
Owners must provide the Board or Managing agent with a time frame of how long they have been
or intend to rent.
Any change of tenant by an existing owner who is renting will be considered a new application for
renting
No unit may be rented for more than 36 out of 40 consecutive months once the 4 unit rental
threshold has been met. After the termination of this period is reached; the Unit Owner will be
added to the waitlist without special consideration for future rental opportunities as they arise.
When wait-listed owners come to the top of the list, you will be notified by the managing agent at
which time the owners has seven (7) business days to notify the HCC Board and Management
Company of their intent to rent or decline renting status. Those opting to rent shall have 90 days
to present an executed Lease Agreement to the Board and/or Management Company. Those that
decline to rent have the option of remaining on the wait list, but will be placed at the bottom of the
list as of the date of notification, or request that their name be removed from the list.
Owners who lease their unit outside the guidelines of the bylaws and house rules will be charged
a $250 monthly non-compliance fee in addition to monthly condo fee payments. Non-compliance
fee will be charged monthly until compliance is met. This fee will be administered at the
discretion of the board of directors.
All leasing owners will be responsible for a 15% monthly condo fee assessment.
Unit owner must maintain a zero (0) balance in condo fees during the time a unit is being rented.
Owners more than 30 days past due in Condo fee payments are subject to loss of renting
privileges to be determined at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Unit owner is responsible for providing a copy of the HCC House Rules doc to the tenant and
seeing that the tenant does adhere to this policy.
Unit owner is responsible for all damages caused by tenants to other units, common areas, and
common property.
Damage to common areas - All damages to the common areas caused by an Owner, occupant,
pet, or guest must be repaired or replaced at the expense of the Unit Owner, who may then seek
reimbursement from the tenant or guest. Owners should report the need for repair of common
areas to our management agent.
J. Unit Plumbing - The Unit Owner shall pay for any damage to the property of others, including the
common elements, resulting from the misuse or in-unit failure of the plumbing system or fixture.
All owners are asked to place all grease, oil and other substances that are harmful to the
plumbing system in a jar or other container and place it in the trash. All owners are encouraged to
carry an individual unit insurance policy separate from the master insurance policy. This will
ensure coverage of your unit in the event of damage caused by another owner or damage
caused.
K. Windows and Screens - Windows and screens belong to the unit. Their maintenance, repair, and
replacement are the sole responsibility of the Unit Owner. Window appearance greatly reflects
how the public perceives Template place as a building. All windows must be covered with shades,
curtains, drapes, blinds, or shutters. The hanging of sheets, towels, or other such items is
prohibited.
L. Bicycles: At no time should a bicycle be chained to any gate, fence or otherwise. A bicycle
should be attached only to the bicycle rack provided on the premises. Bicycles should be stored
inside the unit if the bicycle rack is full.
M. Parking: There is no visitor parking. All owners are asked to instruct visitors to park on the street
or to park in your unit parking space. Please check your closing documents to determine what
space if any is attached to your unit. Parking outside of a designated parking area will result in
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the space/area designated for wiring. Please see section 6.08 of the HCC bylaws.
PART III
Section 2.4 FINE AND FEE SCHEDULE
A. FINES
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B. FEES
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UNIT ADDRESS__________________________
UNIT
______
Do you live here now? YES NO Are you renting or planning to rent this unit?
YES NO (If Yes, please review the association policy and criteria for leasing. Once
a criterion is met, complete the tenant registration form.)
OWNER CURRENT ADDRESS:
(If not the same as unit address)
BEST CONTACT#
OTHER #
_____
_____
If you are not living in this unit or have no plans to rent, please explain the
current status of this unit. ________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
SECTION II. Please answer the following questions completely.
Month/Year of unit purchase
Management? YES NO
NO
Coverage Provider:
Insured Name:
Policy #
Expiration Date:
OTHER #
_____
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# of Bedrooms
# of
_____
Are any occupants handicapped or would need assistant with exit in the event of
emergency?
YES NO
Please explain.
_____
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE LIST OCCUPANT INFO BELOW - Please list all other occupants on the
rear of this form.
NAME
DOB
OCCUPANT 1
_______
RELATION TO OWNER
_______
SELF
OCCUPANT 2
OCCUPANT 3
OCCUPANT 4
OCCUPANT 5
YES
NO
Are all dogs registered and currently licensed? YES NO (Please note, DC
residents must register pets annually.)
SECTION III.
Will you utilize the parking facility and entry access system? YES NO If yes, please
complete the information below.
CALL BOX PHONE #: ________________________________________ or NOT
APPLICABLE
(This is the number the callbox would contact to allow access to the building)
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SECTION IV.
I/We, the owner(s) of the above referenced unit, attest that all information
submitted on this form is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge. I/We
understand that any information submitted is subject to review by the Association
Board of Directors and agree to adhere to all Rules and Regulations and
Association Bylaws.
SIGNED: ________________________________________________
____________________________
DATE:
(UNIT OWNER)
SIGNED: ________________________________________________
____________________________
DATE:
(UNIT OWNER)
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______________________________________________________________
OWNER CURRENT ADDRESS:
_____
BEST CONTACT#
OTHER #
_____
_____
NO
Is a current lease
Are you registered/licensed with DC Dept. of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA)?
YES NO
Was all plumbing inspected prior to rental? YES NO
plumbing inspection? YES NO
UNIT
____________
PHONE#
_____
Policy #
___
_____
YES
NO
Coverage Provider:
Expiration Date:
Will the lease holder also reside in
PLEASE LIST OCCUPANT INFO BELOW - Please list all other occupants on the
rear of this form.
NAME
OCCUPANT 1
DOB
RELATION TO LEASEHOLDER
SELF
OCCUPANT 2
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Are all dogs registered and currently licensed with the city?
all dogs must be registered annually)
YES
NO (Please note,
Will the tenant utilize the parking facility and entry access system? YES NO
If yes, please complete the callbox/vehicle registration form.
CALL BOX PHONE #: ________________________________________ or NOT
APPLICABLE
(This is the number the callbox would contact to allow access to the building)
I/We, the tenant occupant(s) of the above referenced unit, attest that all information
submitted on this form is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge. I/We
understand that any information submitted is subject to review by the Association Board of
Directors. I/We further agree to adhere to the terms set forth in all Rules, Regulations,
Bylaws and governing documents of the Association.
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SIGNED: ________________________________________________
____________________________
DATE:
(TENANT)
SIGNED: ________________________________________________
____________________________
DATE:
(TENANT
SECTION V. OWNER SIGNATURE
I/We, the owner(s) of the above referenced unit, attest that all information submitted on
this form is true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge. I/We understand that any
information submitted is subject to review by the Association Board of Directors and agree
to adhere to and enforce on my the occupants of my unit, all Rules and Regulations and
Association Bylaws.
SIGNED: ________________________________________________
____________________________
DATE:
(UNIT OWNER)
DATE:
INSERT COPYRIGHT
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