This is a summary of our Rules and Regulations. You may download the official copy here: Grove HOA Rules and Regulations

Amenities

Amenity Access

▪ An “Amenity Access Agreement” form must be completed by the owner to use community
amenities.
▪ The owner is responsible for violations committed by their tenant(s) or guest(s).
▪ A new owner must pay a $25 fee for a new fob.
▪ Additional or replacement key fobs are available for a fee of $50.
▪ There is a $50 reinstatement fee for key fobs that are suspended.
▪ Egregious or excessive violations may result in amenity access being revoked indefinitely.

Basketball Court

▪ Basketball court hours 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
▪ Be respectful of residents surrounding the basketball court.
▪ Keep noise to a minimum.
▪ All trash must be picked up when you leave.

Boat/Trailer Storage

 ▪ All property stored in the storage area must be approved by the Board.
▪ Boats and trailers must have a valid registration to be stored in the storage area.
▪ Boats must be covered or stored upside-down.
▪ Boats and trailers are only permitted in approved storage areas.
▪ Boats and trailers must be stored off property at owner’s expense if storage area is full.
▪ No commercial vehicles or trailers are allowed.
▪ Unregistered boats and trailers will be towed at owner’s expense.

Clubhouse

▪ Clubhouse is open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
▪ Children 17 and under must be accompanied by a verifiable resident age 18 or older.
▪ No wet clothing or wet swimsuits allowed except in restrooms.
▪ Smoking and use of tobacco products is prohibited. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes,
vaping, etc. Smoking is also prohibited within 20 feet of entrances/exits.
▪ Do not push, sit on, or go under game tables.
▪ Air Conditioner, fans, lights, and stove must be turned off when you leave.
▪ Be considerate of others.
▪ Horseplay, loudness, and/or offensive language is not allowed.
▪ No pets.
▪ No loud music or other noise. If noise can be heard from outside, you are too loud.
▪ Homeowners are responsible for all damage and cleanup costs.
▪ Clubhouse is closed for board meetings, cleanings and private parties.
▪ Cooking is not permitted; the stove and microwave may only be used with a clubhouse rental
for warming prepared food.
▪ No running or roughhousing.
▪ No skateboards, bicycles, hover boards, etc. are allowed inside the clubhouse.
▪ Residents are permitted to have only up to 5 guests per unit, and guests must be
accompanied by the resident.
▪ Do not open the door for others, this will result in a loss of key fob privileges. Clubhouse use is for key fob entry only. 

Clubhouse rental is $50 plus a refundable $200 deposit. The pool may also be rented for an additional $50 fee.

Fitness Center

▪ Fitness center is open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
▪ Equipment must be handled with care. Individuals abusing the equipment will be denied
access to the fitness center and may be held financially responsible.
▪ Immediately report in writing any malfunctions.
▪ Children 14 and under are not permitted to use exercise equipment in the fitness center.
▪ Teens ages 17 and under must be accompanied by a verifiable resident age 18 or older.
▪ Equipment must be wiped down after use.
▪ No food or drinks are allowed in the fitness center. Water is permitted but must be in a
covered container.
▪ Air Conditioner, lights, and fan must be turned off when leaving fitness center.
▪ No wet clothing or wet swimsuits allowed in fitness center.
▪ Be considerate of others.
▪ Horseplay, loudness, and/or offensive language is not allowed.
▪ Individuals using the fitness center acknowledge they are using the facility at their own risk
and agree to assume all risks of injury.
▪ Athletic shoes must be worn.
▪ Equipment must not be moved without Board approval.
▪ Do not open the door for others, this will result in a loss of key fob privileges. Fitness Center
use is for key fob entry only.
▪ No skateboards, bicycles, hover boards, etc. are allowed inside the fitness center/clubhouse.
▪ Smoking and use of tobacco products is prohibited. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes,
vaping, etc. Smoking is also prohibited within 20 feet of entrances/exits.

Pools

State Law Mandate Pool Rules▪ No food or beverages in pool or on pool wet deck.
▪ No glass or animals in fenced pool area.
▪ Bathing load: 16 people for the small pool and 38 for the large pool at the
clubhouse.
▪ Shower before entering.
▪ No diving.
▪ Do not swallow pool water.
▪ Any infraction of these rules may cause the health department to close the pool.
▪ Any change to State Law will automatically be recognized as official rules under
this section. 

Grove HOA Pool Rules

▪ No one under the age of 17 is permitted to use the pools unless accompanied by a
  verifiable resident age 18 or older.
▪ Residents are permitted to have up to 5 guests per unit, and guests must be
  accompanied by the resident.
▪ Gates are to be kept closed at all times.
▪ Pools are open from dawn to dusk.
▪ Owners are responsible for their children, guests, and renters.
▪ No thong swimsuits, swim attire only.
▪ Pool umbrellas must be closed prior to leaving.
▪ No swimming when lightning is present.
▪ Infants must be in waterproof diapers to be in the pools.
▪ No playing on pool rope/safety line or handrail. Pool rope/safety line must remain
  in place at all times.
▪ All trash must be removed when leaving the pool area.
▪ Listening to music is permitted but must not disturb other residents. If a resident
  asks that music be turned down, compliance is required. Music with excessive
  swearing is prohibited.
▪ No skateboards or bicycles on the pool decks.
▪ No abusive language, profanity, or inappropriate behavior.
▪ No alcoholic beverages.
▪ Smoking and use of tobacco products is prohibited. This includes cigarettes, e
  cigarettes, vaping, etc. Smoking is also prohibited within 20 feet of
  entrances/exits.
▪ Do not push exit button to allow entry for others. This will result in a loss of key
  fob privileges. Entry is by amenity key fob only.
▪ The clubhouse pool and pool deck may be closed for special events. 

Play Area (former Tennis Court)

▪ Play Area hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
▪ Owners are responsible for their children, guests, and renters who use facilities.
▪ Children 15 and under must be supervised by a responsible person/verifiable resident age
18 or older.
▪ No climbing on fence.
▪ All trash must be removed when leaving the play area.
▪ Do not disturb safety padding.
▪ Smoking and use of tobacco products is prohibited. This includes cigarettes, e-cigarettes,
vaping, etc.
▪ Older children must be respectful of younger children’s rights to share the space.

Buildings

Air Conditioner/Fans

▪ Air Conditioner units and fans are never to be placed in windows; however, there are options for Air         Conditioner units upstairs. Email the Board for options. 

▪ No one is allowed on the roofs except contractors with prior Board approval. There is a list of approved contractors on the HOA website; additional contractors may be added by providing their license and insurance information.

Building Changes

▪ All building modifications must be approved by the Board.

▪No one is allowed on the roofs except contractors with prior Board approval. There is a list of approved   contractors on the HOA website; additional contractors may be added by providing their license and   insurance information.

Doors/Windows/Light Fixtures

▪ Owners replacing their exterior doors, screened doors, windows, and light fixtures must
request approval from the Board prior to carrying out the work.
▪ Permits must be obtained if required by the City of Lakeland.
▪ Doors must be painted in “Grove Paint” #B403-33977, Gallon #A89T54, and can only be
purchased from Sherwin Williams located at 617 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland.
▪ Doors and windows must be in good repair.

Fences

▪ Fence plans must be submitted to the Board and/or Property Manager for approval prior to
any work.
▪ Wood fences must be painted in “Grove Paint” #B403-33977, Gallon #A89T54, and can only
be purchased from Sherwin Williams located at 617 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland.
▪ All new fences, and for the replacement of fences needing more than minor repairs:
▪ Fences must be made of vinyl. No wood fences will be approved.
▪ Fence must be solid in both style and color, except that it may have a top section
that is either solid or latticework.
▪ Color must be sand or beige, as similar as possible to the color of existing vinyl
fences.
▪ Fence height may be between 5 and 6 feet. If the building has existing vinyl fences,
height shall match existing fence(s) as closely as possible.
▪ All new fences must have a gate or removable fence section where the fence meets
the building or leave a gap of at least four inches between the fence and the
building, to facilitate termite fumigation.
▪ Fence must allow access to water shutoff valve.
▪ Fences must be maintained and in good repair. The board may require removal or upgrade of
any wood fence as the fence ages if not kept in good repair. A thirty-day notice will be given.
▪ No temporary fencing or other enclosures may be placed in a yard.
▪ Items hanging over fences (e.g. towels, clothes, rugs, bedding, mops, etc.) are prohibited.

Grounds

▪ Anything added to the common areas must be approved by the Board in advance.
▪ No large toys or party equipment are permitted outside of a unit. Examples of prohibited
items include, without limitation, slides, moonwalks, bouncers, and dunk tanks.
▪ No fireworks except as specifically allowed by Florida Statutes.
▪ No firearms, air rifles, air pistols, BB guns, pellet guns, spring guns, bows and arrows,
crossbows, slings, or any other projectile or thrown weapons may be used or displayed
outside of a home.
▪ No person shall ride a bicycle, skateboard, hover board, scooter, coaster, or other similar
device on any sidewalk. The children’s play area (former tennis court) is the designated area
for this type of activity.

Gutters

▪ No new gutters will be installed by the Grove HOA nor allowed by any owner/resident
after September 1, 2025. All previously installed gutter systems installed by the Grove
HOA, all continue to be maintained by the Grove HOA. All owner installed gutter
systems prior to this mandate, shall be maintained in functional and good condition by
the current owner. Any owner installed gutter system found to be in poor condition, in
need of repair or replacement shall be responsible for the cost of maintenance by a board
approved contractor.

Patios/Porches

▪ No toys, bikes, scooters, strollers, etc. are to be left in a visible location; neatly stored in an
ENCLOSED patio/board approved enclosure is acceptable.
▪ No mops, brooms, rugs or trash are to be left in a visible location.
▪ Only patio furniture, flowerpots, plant stands, and approved deck boxes are permitted on the
front porch and back patio.
▪ No tents, canopies, or umbrellas allowed without prior board approval and inspection.
▪ Barbecue grills are only allowed on the back patio.

Satellite Dishes/Antennas/Air Conditioner Units

▪ No one is allowed on the roofs except contractors with prior Board approval. There is a list of
approved contractors on the HOA website; additional contractors may be added by providing
their license and insurance information.
▪ Satellite dishes and antennas are permitted but can only be placed on the roof after Board
approval is given. They must be anchored to the Air Conditioner platform and cannot be
bolted to the roof. Current satellite dishes and antennas must be maintained by the owner.
After September 1, 2025, no new satellite dishes and antennas will be permitted.
▪ Any damage to the roof or other property caused by any satellite dish, antenna, or Air
Conditioner unit or the installation thereof will be the owner’s responsibility.
▪ All cable/internet, etc. wiring must be black and concealed.

Screen Enclosures

▪ Screen enclosure plans must be submitted to the Board and/or Property Manager for
approval prior to construction.
▪ Screen enclosures must be in good repair and kept neat. Violations will apply to torn/unkept
screens and brown wood/vinyl areas must be painted in “Grove Paint” #B403-33977, Gallon
#A89T54, and can only be purchased from Sherwin Williams located at 617 S. Florida Ave.,
Lakeland.
▪ Screened enclosures may have blinds or curtains inside the enclosure but must be a solid,
neutral color and must have solid white, cream or light tan backing visible to the outside.
Treatments must be maintained and in good repair. Broken, sagging, mis kept blinds and/or
curtains must be removed, repaired or replaced.

Signs

▪ No signs of any kind are permitted inside or outside of the unit. No “Open House,” “For Rent”
or “For Sale” signs are permitted to be posted. A bulletin board is provided at the
clubhouse/mailboxes for owners wishing to advertise or post notices.

Water Usage

▪ Any resident who plans to be away from home for three or more days must turn off the
water to the unit at the shut off valve located at the rear of the unit.
▪ Report any water leaks or suspected water leaks immediately to the Board or Property
Manager.
▪ Water hoses must have automatic shut off nozzles. Hoses must be turned off when not in
use.
▪ Individual sprinklers are not allowed.
▪ Maintenance and replacement of the unit’s water shutoff valve is the responsibility of the owner.

Windows/Tinting

▪ Tint is permitted on windows.
▪ Tint must be in good repair. If it is scratched or begins to peel or bubble it must be removed
or replaced.
▪ Window treatments must be a solid, neutral color. Dark colors and patterns are permitted,
provided they have solid white, cream or light tan backing. Visible window treatments must
have solid white, cream or light tan backing.
▪ Window treatments must be maintained and in good repair. Broken, sagging, miskept blinds
must be removed, repaired or replaced.

Yards

▪ Yards must be well manicured and have mulch, stone, or river rock. Please use treated mulch
to help prevent termites.
▪ No planting of trees, shrubs, or plants that can damage the roofs, shingles, siding, or
foundation of the sidewalks or buildings. Before planting, contact the Board or Property
Manager. When selecting placement, please consider the eventual size of the mature plant or
tree.
▪ Owners who have plants and trees are responsible for any damage to the building or
sidewalks.
▪ Trees and plants must be trimmed away from the building and sidewalks by the homeowner.

Neighborhood

Children

▪ For their safety, children are not permitted to play in the roads. Children riding bicycles, e
bikes, scooters, skateboards, hover boards, etc. must be accompanied by an adult. Children
under 15 years of age must be supervised at all times.
▪ Play areas are located at the basketball court, concrete slab near the small pool, and the
former tennis court across from the clubhouse.

Forms

▪ All owners are required to submit an Owner Registration form (bit.ly/GroveOwner). The form is valid for    12 months after submission and must be completed every 12 months even if there are no changes. 

▪ The Board must approve each tenant prior to occupancy of the townhouse. Prospective applicants must submit the Tenant Application form (bit.ly/GroveTenant) and submit to a background check. This is for the safety of all community members. 

▪ Resident owners and approved tenants must submit the Occupant Registration form         (bit.ly/GroveOccupant). Forms must be completed every 12 months even if there are no changes. 

▪ Owner is required to provide tenant(s) with the Grove HOA Rules and Regulations.  

▪ All forms can be found on our website www.grovehomeowners.com in the “Forms” tab. Assistance will be provided to those without Internet access.

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Moving In/Out

▪ The Board must be notified immediately when owners or tenants move in or out.
▪ When moving in or out of the community, moving vans, trailers and PODs are permitted, but
cannot be left on the property for more than 3 days. Extensions may be made available
subject to Board approval.
▪ Moving vans, trailers, and PODS must be moved/stored in the boat/trailer storage area for
up to 3 days except when actively being loaded or unloaded, not on the grass or other units’
spaces/parking areas.
▪ A copy of the signed Lease must be submitted to the Board prior to approved Tenants
occupying the unit.

Noise

▪ Music and other noises must be kept at a reasonable level and must not be loud enough to
disturb your neighbors, day or night.
▪ No music, television, voices or other noise should be heard from the outside of your unit or
vehicle, or in adjoining units. Outside music, television, voices or other noise must be kept at
a reasonable level and must not be loud enough to disturb your neighbors, day or night.
▪ Anyone disturbed by loud noise from their neighbor should ask them to turn it down. If they
refuse to turn it down, call the Lakeland Police Department’s non-emergency line at (863)
834- 6900.

Trash

▪ All trash must be placed inside the appropriate dumpster not to exceed the fill line and the
dumpster must be closed afterward. Items must never be left on the ground around the
dumpsters. Parents should ensure that children tasked with taking out the trash are able to
do so in accordance with the rules and regulations.
▪ Cigarette butts are considered “trash” and subject to all rules regarding trash.
▪ Items too large for garbage dumpsters must be placed neatly in the roll-off dumpster near
the clubhouse using as little space as possible and not to exceed the fill line. Additional
guidance is posted on grovehomeowners.com under the Community News/Information tab.
▪ All trash must be enclosed in bags, and bags tied securely before being placed into garbage
dumpsters.
▪ No construction or commercial trash is allowed in garbage or recycling dumpsters.
▪ All cardboard boxes must be flattened and discarded in the recycling dumpster not to exceed
the fill line.
▪ DO NOT put any recyclable material in plastic bags. Plastic bags are not allowed inside the
recycling dumpster.
▪ No car or truck tires, lead, acid, or nicad batteries are permitted in, on, or left by/near any
dumpster, or on the grounds, nor stored anywhere on front/back patios. These items are
prohibited for disposal here at the Grove and are the sole responsibility of the
owner/resident.
▪ Yard debris must be reduced to pieces no longer than five feet in length, smaller branches
removed, and all placed neatly in the roll-off dumpster near the clubhouse using as little
space as possible and not to exceed the fill line. We encourage you to contact the Board to
ensure compliance.
▪ Violations will apply to misuse or improper use of dumpsters, exceeding fill lines, etc.

Vehicles

▪ Only minor vehicle maintenance is allowed, e.g. tire change, checking fluid levels, changing
windshield wipers.
▪ No oil changes allowed on Grove property.
▪ No evidence must be seen following vehicle maintenance.
▪ All vehicles must be washed off property until further notice.
▪ Every unit has one assigned numbered parking space. Notify visitors to only park in non
numbered spaces. Vehicles parked in the space designated for another unit may be towed at
owner’s expense.
▪ Vehicles without current tags and/or not in operable condition will be towed at owner’s
expense.
▪ Vehicles must be in good repair. Broken or missing parts (e.g. windows, taillights, etc.) must
be repaired within two weeks.
▪ No commercial vehicles on property for overnight parking without board approval. No
maintenance or utility trucks allowed for overnight parking.
▪ Parked vehicles must not extend over the sidewalk.
▪ Vehicles must not block the flow of traffic or be stopped/parked in non-designated areas.
▪ Vehicles must not be driven on sidewalks or grass unless approved by the Board or Property
Manager.
▪ Speed limit is 15 mph.
▪ Vehicles must follow all traffic signs, including stop signs.

Pets

▪ Damage to grass due to pets and excessive use is the responsibility of the owner.
▪ No more than three dogs and/or cats per household are allowed. Additional pets may be
approved by the Board on a case-by-case basis.
▪ Outdoor pets are not allowed.
▪ All animals, including service animals, must be registered with the HOA.
▪ Dogs are not allowed to be tied outside or left in enclosures or fenced areas without the
owner being visibly present.
▪ Dogs must be on a leash at all times and walked in the designated dog walk areas located
along the outer perimeter fences.
▪ Owners are responsible for disposing of their pet’s waste.
▪ Excessive dog barking will not be tolerated.
▪ No exotic animals are permitted. Exotic animals include, without limitation, snakes,
alligators, ferrets, weasels, rodents, insects, and spiders.

Violations

Violations will be issued in accordance with §720.305(2), Florida Statutes.

Violations are issued by the Board as follows:
▪ Fines will be levied at $100 per day per incident.
▪ The Board may take immediate action to correct all violations.
▪ If repair, removal or cleanup is required, the Board may correct the violation. All costs
and/or additional fees will be billed to the owner.
▪ Amenity violations may lead to temporary amenity access suspension followed by a $50
reinstatement fee.
▪ Egregious or excessive violations may result in amenity access being revoked indefinitely.

Please note that the official Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) can be found on our website at grovehomeowners.com under “Governing Documents” and can further explain the responsibilities of the homeowners regarding the maintenance and repair of their individual unit(s), as well as  shared expenses between owners of neighboring or shared wall units.

This is a summary of our Rules and Regulations. You may download the official copy here: Grove HOA Rules and Regulations