TOP TEN THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT LIVING IN OUR HAMILTON PLACE COMMUNITY

Welcome to your new home in 1600 Hamilton Place!

In order to maintain a community that provides an enjoyable living environment and protects the value of each of our investments, we have a Homeowner's Association with governing documents. Each owner and resident is expected to read and comply with the governing rules and to share them with their tenants and guests. Owners are responsible for the actions of their residents, tenants and guests. To help everyone avoid potential rules violation fines, we have prepared a summarized list relating to the most common infractions. This list will be updated from time to time and we urge you to review them on the Association's website (1600hamiltonplace.org) every so often to keep up-to-date on any changes.

1. PARKING -- We are all assigned parking in garages, carports and/or reserved parking spaces. Limited additional space is made available in the form of open or unmarked spots and guest spots. Open spots are provided on a first come first served basis and may not be occupied by the same vehicle (Resident or Guest) for more than 24 consecutive hours. No more than one vehicle from a household may be parked in "Open" parking at any one time.

   Pursuant to the rules published on the Association's website, residents are not to park in parking spaces designated "GUEST ONLY". Guest only spots are only for Guests and may not be used by Guests for more than seventy-two consecutive hours or on more than three (3) separate occasions within any seven-day period unless approved in writing by prior arrangement with the Management Company. Any visitor who violates the limitations imposed on Guest parking may thereafter be deemed a resident for purposes of the above limitations.

   Violation of the rules regarding parking may lead to penalties being imposed and/or towing at the owner's expense (including, but not limited to, towing and storage expenses and attorney's fees, if applicable). Unit owners should make any tenants and guests aware of the parking rules. Vehicles parked within the community are required to display up-to-date DMV tags.

2. GARBAGE -- Separate recyclables and yard waste from general garbage. Recyclables should only be placed in the identified recycle bins in the garbage enclosures. Yard waste should be placed only after the weekend for Wednesday pickup and only in the designated spots on the Hamilton Place circle as found on the Association's website under Documents or here. Cardboard boxes should be emptied into the appropriate bin and then must be broken down (flattened) before being placed in a recycle bin. Do not leave anything in the garbage enclosures unless they fit in the appropriate dumpster. If an item does not meet the rules above it, must be disposed of only in other permitted ways. You may wish to visit the city's website (sanjoseca.gov) for information on other disposal options.

3. COMMON AREAS -- Residents are not permitted to put, store, attach or otherwise decorate anything in the common areas of the complex (including, but not limited to the landscaped areas, stairwells and sidewalks as well as exteriors of the buildings).

4. RESTRICTED COMMON AREAS (including patios/balconies/carports) -- Owners shall maintain a 3-foot barrier between trees and buildings. Nothing may be placed on the top of fences. Any strings of lights used must be installed below the tops of fences with the actual light bulbs not visible outside the fence, except during designated holidays. Any constructive changes (including but not limited to pavers, concrete, decks, fire pits, electric lighting, irrigation, etc.) require prior approval from the Association's Architectural Committee after submission of a request as outlined in the Architectural Committee section of the Association's website (1600hamiltonplace.org). Holiday decorations must be removed no later than 30 days following the conclusion of the holiday. Barbecues used on second story balconies may only use propane tanks in a size as permitted by the city of San Jose and may not use charcoal. Food and water for pets should not be left unmonitored as they may attract vermin and other unwanted critters. Except as permitted by law and/or the Association's governing documents, signs shall not be posted in patios or on balconies.

5. ARCHITECTURE -- Owners must submit a written request to the Association's Architectural Committee in the form found on the Association's website prior to the installation/modification of any of the following (non-inclusive list): windows, doors, screen doors, cameras, antennas, electric vehicle charging stations, etc. If in doubt as to whether a written request is necessary, ask first. Nothing may be attached to an architectural element without the prior written consent of the Architectural Committee.

6. PETS -- All dogs must be on a leash in the common area. Residents are responsible for removal and disposal of pet waste in the garbage bins only. Pets should not be allowed to wander into plant beds as they may damage plants (at significant cost to the Association). Residents are responsible for the actions and noise of their pets. Excessive barking is considered a nuisance and is not permitted. Dogs should not be left alone on a patio or balcony when its owner is not present to monitor the pet's behavior.

7. SMOKING -- Pursuant to Santa Clara County ordinance NS625.6, smoking is prohibited in the common areas (including restricted common areas) of the complex.

8. LANDSCAPING - The landscaping in the common areas is under the sole control of the Board of Directors and the designated Landscape Committee. Residents are not permitted to make any changes to the landscaping in the common areas without the prior written approval of the Board or the Committee. Any request for action should be submitted in writing to the Property Manager. Please refer to the Landscape Guidelines section of the Association's website (1600hamiltonplace.org) for further information, including information on patios and balconies.

9. SECURITY -- The Association has engaged Security personnel to patrol the complex for a certain number of hours each day to help enforce the rules for the Association, as well as to provide a visual deterrent for crime. Due to the high cost of such service, it is limited in time and scope. If a resident encounters a dangerous situation, the resident should contact the San Jose Police department at 91l. You may also call the Security office after the fact at 408-371-1715 and leave a voicemail as to the reason for your 911 call and the results of the call. This helps the Association to keep tabs of suspicious activity in the neighborhood. If all residents keep an eye out and report suspicious activity, we are hopefully all less likely to be the victims of crime.

10. POOLS AND TENNIS COURTS -- Please see the Association's website for rules regarding their use and permitted times for use. Specifically note that because of the expense of maintaining the surface on the courts, they should be used for tennis only. All residents are required to be aware of and to comply with the rules and to be considerate of neighbors when using such facilities. As of the date of these rules, the pools and pool areas are open for use from 8AM to 10PM weekdays and until 10PM on Friday and Saturday evenings. The tennis courts are open from 8AM to sundown daily. Non-residents should not be allowed access to the pools and tennis courts unless accompanied by a resident. Guests of residents must be accompanied at both the tennis courts and the pools.

This page was last updated on 07/15/2022.