Amendments to Rules and Regulations Adoption – 2 nd Reading
At a 2 nd Reading during its meeting on September 20, 2021, the Board formally adopted amendments to the Rules and Regulations which are now in full effect.
The formally adopted Rules and Regulations in detail can be found on orpshoa.com.
OUTDOOR RESORT PALM SPRINGS RULES & REGULATIONS (Restatement Adopted 12-04-17; Amended 01.15.18; 12.20.18; 01.14.19; 03.18.19;06.13.19; 12.16.19; 03.09.20; 04.06.20; 6.29.20; 11.16.20; 5.17.21; 9.20.21) SECTION 1 USE OF ASSOCIATION FACILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.A GENERAL 1.B RESERVATIONS OF FACILITIES BY OWNERS FOR PRIVATE EVENTS 1.C OWNERS’ LOUNGE 1.D PERGOLA AT EL SAGUARO 1.E FITNESS CENTER 1.F LA PALMA AND EL SAGUARO KITCHEN 1.G ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES 1.H PROX CARDS 1.I TRANSPONDERS 1.J MAILROOMS SECTION 2 RENTERS & GUESTS SERVICES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2.A RESORT SERVICES 2.B PASS ISSUANCE FOR RENTERS 2.C PASS ISSUANCE FOR GUESTS OF RENTERS
SECTION 3 SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SECTION 4 PETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
SECTION 5 GOLF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 5.A ELIGIBLE PLAYERS 5.B GOLF COURSE ETIQUETTE 5.C GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS 5.D BOOKING TEE TIMES 5.E GOLF CART USE ON GOLF COURSE 5.F DRESS CODE SECTION 6 PICKLEBALL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 6.A GENERAL 6.B PICKLEBALL COMMITTEE 6.C ORGANIZIED PLAY 6.D PARTICIPATION/PROHIBITED USE 6.E EQUIPMENT 6.F ATTIRE 6.G PICKLEBALL MACHINE SECTION 7 TENNIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 7.A GENERAL 7.B TENNIS COMMITTEE 7.C ORGANIZIED PLAY 7.D PARTICIPATION/PROHIBITED USE 7.E PROPER ATTIRE 7.F LEAGUE PLAY/TOURNAMENTS
7.G COURTS RESERVATIONS 7.H TENNIS BALL MACHINE
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SECTION 8 MOTOR VEHICLES (INCLUDING GOLF CARTS & MOTORCYCLES) . . . . . 21 8.A OPERATION & SAFETY
8.B PARKING RULES 8.C GENERAL RULES
SECTION 9 TOW VEHICLE & DOLLY USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 9.A RESTRICTIONS 9.B PERMITTED TRAILERS SECTION 10 STAGING AREA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 10.A PERMITTED VEHICLES 10.B PARKING RULES SECTION 11 BICYCLES, PEDESTRIANS, & SKATERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 11.A BICYCLES, PEDESTRIANS & SKATERS 11.B PEDESTRIANS, ROLLERS & IN-LINE SKATERS 11.C MISCELLANEOUS SECTION 12 VENDOR/CONTRACTOR RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 12.A VENDORS/CONTRACTORS DEFINED 12.B REQUIREMENTS 12.C FEES 12.D PERIODS OF INACTIVITY 12.E TRAFFICE/COMMUNITY VIOLATIONS 12.F QUIET HOURS 12.G ENFORCEMENT 12.H ADDITIONAL RULES SECTION 13 STANDARDS OF CONDUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 13.A CONDUCT 13.B VANDALISM 13.C SEXUAL HARASSMENT 13.D DISCRIMINATION SECTION 14 MISCELLANEOUS RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 14.A SIGNIFICANT OTHERS 14.B MAXIMUM RV OCCUPANCY 14.C WASHER/DRYER USE 14.D EXTERIOR CLOTHESLINE 14.E COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL RULES 14.F BUSINESS REGULATIONS 14.G POLITICAL SIGNS 14.H EXIT GATE ARM POLICY 14.I SURVEILLANCE CAMERA & INCIDENT REPORT POLICY SECTION 15 ELECTION RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 15.A APPLICABILITY OF ELECTION RULES 15.B ACCESS TO ASSOCIATION COMMUNICATIONS 15.C CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS 15.D NOMINATIONS 15.E VOTING 15.F INSPECTOR(S) OF ELECTIONS 15.G ELECTION PROCEDURES
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SECTION 16 ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 16.A ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES 16.B HOMEOWNER HEARING PROCEDURE AND DUE PROCESS RIGHTS 16.C ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES
SECTION 17 ADMINISTRATION & ENFORCEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
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SECTION 1 – USE OF ASSOCIATION FACILITIES
1.A
GENERAL USE
1. Use of A ssociation facilities shall be in accordance with the CC&R’s. 2. Use of the facilities will be controlled and supervised by the Lifestyle Office and/or the General Manager, and is subject to availability and the guidelines established by the Board of Directors as follows: a. All private events shall be cleared with the Lifestyle Director. Outdoor Resort Palm Springs’ (ORPS) events and activities have priority over private party functions and scheduling conflicts may require private party events to be rescheduled or moved to another location. b. Smoking is prohibited in all Association buildings. Smoking is also prohibited within 20 feet of any entrance, exit, or window of all Association buildings. c. Use of bulletin boards in main and satellite laundry rooms will be for Association use only. Other items put on these boards may be removed by a designated volunteer Owner. Designated clubhouse bulletin boards will be for the use of Owners and Association activities only. d. In an emergency, i.e., wind, rain, extreme cold, etc., clubhouse facilities may be used with short notice (3-4 hours) if no activity is taking place. Approval must be obtained from the Lifestyle Office and/or the General Manager. During the weekend, the Owner would merely inform the Security Gate House. There will be no charge for the use of the facilities in these emergency situations if it is left clean: however, if the facilities require extra cleanup, the cost will be borne by the host. e. Any person considered to be intoxicated or obnoxious will be requested by Security to leave the facility. f. Tickets are required for any participation for any part of a ticketed event. (Dancing only is not available for non-ticket holders.) g. The Lifestyle Director, with the recommendation of the event chairman, will determine which volunteers will be given a complimentary meal for non-catered events. h. Party supplies, excluding paper and plastic goods, may be used by checking out/in such equipment in the Lifestyle Office. i. Association business and Lifestyle Office approved communications may be distributed in the mailboxes by the mail staff. j. It is the intent of the Association to be in compliance with the State of California gambling statutes in all activities in both clubhouses. k. The Board of Directors or its designee reserves the right to refuse or rescind the rights granted under these Rules and Regulations. l. Owners will not be provided copies of membership lists or mailing labels for private use,but are allowed, for appropriate reasons and with approval of the Board, to purchase copies of the association directory lists and updates at reproduction costs. Lists for anyadvertising will not be provided.
Amended 9-20-21
1.B RESERVATIONS OF FACILITIES BY OWNERS FOR PRIVATE EVENTS
Use of facilities and equipment by an Owner and/or a group of Owners for a private party event requires submittal of a Facility Use Form, payment of all applicable fees, and approval by the Lifestyle Director for events. Prohibited private party events include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Commercial or profit-making enterprises
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b. Merchandising c.
Selling tickets and/or conducting games of chance d. Functions where there is an admissions charge*
*Fund-raising events may be held with prior approval of the Board of Directors (see Fund Raising Policy).
Owners may reserve the Multi-Purpose Room in the Owners ’ Lounge, the East Room at La Palma, and the West Room and Pergola at El Saguaro for one-time private events for a non-refundable fee of $25.00 (which includes set-up and take-down) through the Lifestyle Office. Additional provisions apply to the reservation of these rooms as follows: a. One-time private event room reservations will be held once payment of the non-refundable $25 fee is received by the Lifestyle Office. b. Room reservations may be made no more than 60 days in advance of the event without special approval by the General Manager. c. No room reservation fee is required for activities that are open to all owners and listed on the Activities Calendar and rooms designated for these events are not available for private one-time events. d. No room reservation fee is required for continuous, weekly, ongoing gatherings for game-playing or other purposes except that the owner/organizer should be prepared to make alternative arrangements if the room is reserved for a one-time private event made at least five days in advance of the event. NOTE: One-time events reserved for $25.00 supersede unpaid reservations. e. To ensure room availability and to allow sufficient notification to the owner/organizer of a weekly event, room reservations for a one-time private event must be made at least five days in advance of the event. f. The Lifestyle Office will notify the owner/organizer of a weekly booking immediately upon acceptance of a reservation for a one-time event that would interfere with their weekly booking. Owners may reserve the Ballroom at either La Palma or El Saguaro through the Lifestyle Office under the following guidelines: a. Category One events (where the majority of attendees are ORPS owners) – Payment of a Room Rental Fee of $50.00 which includes set-up and tear-down. b. Category Two events (where more than 50% of attendees are non-ORPS owners) – Payment of a Room Rental Fee of $350 plus charges for Security. One additional Security Officer is required for every 50 people attending paid at the current hourly rate with a four (4) hour minimum per officer. c. Room reservations may be made no more than 60 days in advance of the event without special approval by the General Manager.
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OWNERS’ LOUNGE
The Owners’ Lounge is located on the east side of the El Saguaro Clubhouse and includes (1) a Gathering Room that includes an adjoining patio, a media viewing theater, conversation areas, and a full bar, (2) the Owners’ Library, (3) a Multi-Purpose Room for card playing or small dinner parties, and (4) a Billiard Room. 1. The Owners’ Lounge is for the use and enjoyment of owners, and their guests. An Owner must accompany their guests at all times. Access is by prox card that is not transferable. 2. The Library is for the use of owners only. Borrowing books, tapes, etc. is on the honor system. 3. All activities in the Owners’ Lounge must comply with the govern ing documents of ORPS Homeowners Association. 4. The Owners’ Lounge will be available to owners at all times, except when it is used for an ORPS’ sponsored event. To ensure full access to the Owners’ Lounge by all owners, the Owners’ Lounge
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(with the exception of the Multi-Purpose Room) cannot be reserved for private events. 5. Owners may reserve the Multi-Purpose Room, under the guidelines set forth in Section 1.B, through the Lifestyle Office. 6. Signs on entrance doors are not allowed. Decorations (such as signs, balloons, banners, and the like) are only allowed on tabletops except that free-standing, weighted items may be set about the lounge floor during the event. 7. No smoking allowed within the room, including the patio area. 8. Meals are to be served and consumed in the Multi-Purpose Room only. To minimize the likelihood of stains or damage to the furnishings and carpeting, the consumption of food in the Owners’ Lounge Gathering Room is discouraged, except for finger-foods and small appetizers. No food or drinks can be set on the pool tables in the Billiard Room. 9. Moving furniture is not allowed, except for the chairs that are on casters. Card tables may be put to the side under the supervision of ORPS staff members. 10. The refrigerators at the bar in the Gathering and the Multi-Purpose Room are to be used only in conjunction with a reserved event, or on the day of an informal get-together. All items placed in the refrigerators should be clearly mark ed with the owner’s name and the date of the intended use. Items that are unidentified or with expired intended use dates will be removed and discarded. Refrigerators will be cleaned every Monday. 11. NOTE: Do not attempt to scrub or otherwise treat spills on carpet or furniture. Simply blot and notify housekeeping for professional treatment.
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FITNESS CENTER
1. The Fitness Center is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. for the use of Owners and Renters. Access is by prox card that is not transferable. A maximum of two (2) guests per lot are allowed to accompany an Owner or Renter to the Fitness Center. The Owner or Renter is responsible for the conduct of the guest(s). 2. No one under fourteen (14) years of age will be allowed without being accompanied and supervised by an adult. 3. Food and beverages (except for water in a plastic container) are not allowed in the Fitness Center.
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LA PALMA AND EL SAGUARO KITCHENS
1. Use of the kitchens is for owner use only by prox cards that are not transferable. 2. Owners may reserve the kitchen and/or refrigerators for a specific event. The Lifestyle Office will accept reservations if there are no scheduled ORPS activities or previous reservations by owners, the caterers, or the café. 3. Items in the refrigerator must be identified with the name of owner and the date of the specific event. Items that are unidentified or with expired dates will be removed and discarded. The refrigerators will be cleaned every Monday. 4. The kitchen microwave, ovens and stoves may be used by owners on a first come, first-served basis, if the room is not otherwise reserved. The kitchen facilities must be properly shut off and cleaned after each use. Owners that misuse the kitchen will be held responsible for any damages and negligent use. 5. ORPS Security checks and secures the kitchens every day at 10 p.m.
1.G ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SERVICE
1. No alcoholic beverages may be brought in from the outside to the open bar, when the bar is open at either clubhouse, except that uncorked wine may be brought into ORPS’ sponsored events subject to a corkage fee.
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2. When the bar is open in either clubhouse, only unopened wine or beer purchased at the bar may be taken from the premises (ABC Section 23396.5). 3. The bartender has the right to refuse service of alcoholic beverages to anyone (ABC Section 25602). 4. When the bar is not open, or a room is reserved for a private function, “Bring your own bottle” (B.Y.O.B) is permitted subject to the following conditions: a. No one under the age of twenty-one (21) will be allowed to consume alcoholic beverages. b. Owner or owner’s guests who are considered to be intoxicated or obnoxious, shall not be allowed to consume additional alcoholic beverages.
1.H PROX CARDS
1. Two prox cards are issued per lot at no charge to new owners upon close of escrow. Owners may purchase additional prox cards as follows: a. Multiple owners: Additional cards may be purchased for multiple owners. Under this rule, the maximum number of cards that can be issued for one lot is four (4). b. Additionally, individual owners are issued one prox card, regardless of how many lots they own. 2. Cards will be confiscated should they be found in the possession of a non-owner. Any owner that provides a prox card to a non-owner shall be subject to any member discipline and/or fines as set forth in the Association’s Enforcement Policy. 3. Lost or stolen cards will be replaced at a cost of fifty dollars ($50.00), unless an owner has a police report. 4. If a prox card becomes unusable due to normal wear and tear, it can be replaced for a five-dollar ($5.00) charge.
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TRANSPONDER TAG
Transponder Tags must be purchased from Administration and placed on the vehicle windshield or headlight. If a new vehicle is purchased, or the windshield replaced, a new tag must be purchased as the transponder tag is not able to be re-used. At time of purchase, vehicle information is to be completed on the Transponder & Prox Card Issuance form and submitted to the Administration Office.
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MAILROOMS
The Association mail room will not forward mail for guests – only owners. Non association related mail may not be distributed in the ORPS mailboxes without appropriate postage.
Amended 9-20-21
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SECTION 2 - RENTERS & GUEST SERVICES
2.A
RESORT FEES
1. A Resort fee, set by the Board of Directors, will be assessed to all renters of lots, with or without an RV on it, with a 3-day minimum. Direct family members as defined below, are exempt from the daily Resort Fee only if they are residing on the lot owned by their family member. If they are occupying a lot owned by a non-family member, they are obligated to pay the Resort Fee. 2. The Resort Fee is required to be paid when the renter and /or their RV are occupying the lot. If the renter leaves their RV on the lot and they physically depart, they are still required to pay the Resort Fee for as long as their RV remains on the lot. 3. During the Summer season, May 1 through September 30, the Resort Fee will be reduced to $100/calendar month for renters who are absent from the Resort in one calendar month increments, with their RV remaining on the lot. (Rente rs will not have access to the Resorts’ facilities during the reduced rate period.) 4. To be eligible for this reduced fee, renters must advise the Front Office by the first of each calendar month(s) for which they will be absent, at which time the entire monthly fee is due and payable. Partial month reductions will not be allowed. 5. The Resort fee is a mandatory fee established by the Board of Directors and is intended as an all- inclusive fee covering administrative, maintenance & security services. Also providing renters full access to the facilities and activities of the Resort, with the exception of Owner only facilities (Owners lounge & Kitchens at La Palma and El Saguaro clubhouses). The amenities included are: a. Free Wi-fi hotspots at both clubhouses and the Administration building b. Fitness Center access c. Tennis- There are no fees associated with use of the tennis courts other than fees assessed against all players for participating in tennis and/or pickleball- sponsored tournaments or events. d. Golf- There is no fee for golf; tee times will be booked in accordance with policies established by Management. e. Pickle Ball f. Pools g. Free basic cable h. 2 pets per lot i. Daily trash and green waste pick up j. 24-hour security services k. There is no differential in the cost of tickets to ORPS-sponsored events. 6. The established Resort Fee is applicable to all renters within the Resort. If the Resort Fee is not paid, the Association will take enforcement steps as outlined in the Association’s Enforcement Policy, including, but not limited to suspension of privileges. 7. If the Resort Fee is not paid, the Association may also follow its enforcement policy to collect the Resort Fee from the Owner and/or to take any further enforcement action outlined within and/or permitted b y the Association’s Enforcement Policy and Governing Documents. These steps might include, but are not limited to, hearings, IDR, ADR, or lawsuit.
Definitions:
a. Family members: Family members are defined as Owner/spouse and their parents, grandparents, children, children’s spouse, and grandchildren. These direct family members must be approved prior to arrival. Proof of identification will be required.
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b. Renters: Non-family members who, without the owner being present, stay overnight or longer in Owner’s RV or who bring an RV onto the Owner’s lot. Family members who occupy an RV or who bring an RV onto a lot other than the lot owned by their family member, are considered Renters for purposes of this policy. c. Daily : A unit of time that does not extend beyond 12:00 midnight.
2.B
PASS ISSUANCE FOR RENTERS
1. This pass provides entry into the Resort by a non-association person(s) for the for the expressed purpose of occupying an O wner’s lot. 2. The pass issued is a prox card and provides entry into the Resort and to Resort Facilities. 3. The prox card is issued by the Front Desk at check in. 4. All renters will comply with the Resort Rules and Regulations during their visit. 5. The prox card is non-transferable.
2.C
PASS ISSUANCE FOR GUESTS OF RENTERS
1. This pass provides entry into the resort by a non-association person(s) for the expressed purpose of visiting a specific Renter that is in residence. 2. The pass is issued for one (1) day from the first date of issuance. 3. The pass is issued at the request of the Renter only. 4. The pass is renewable in one (1) day increments at the request of the Renter. 5. The pass is intended for short term use only. 6. The pass is not intended for overnight usage and expires at midnight each day. 7. The pass is issued by the Front Desk. The passes are printed on white stock. 8. The pass is issued by Security when the Front Office is closed. 9. All guests will comply with the Resort Rules and Regulations during their visit. 10. The pass is non-transferable. 11. If Guests who have been issued a day pass require an overnight pass, these will be issued by the Security Gate, at the request of the Renter only. 12. Passes are not issued for rigs to enter. 13. All passes issued to Guests of Renters must be displayed on the dash of the vehicle when entering the Resort and must remain visible on the dash while in the Resort.
All prox cards and passes remain the property of the Resort and are subject to confiscation for misuse.
Adopted 9-20-21
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SECTION 3 – SWIMMING POOLS & SPAS
1. Persons needing diapers must use a non-absorbent swim diaper. 2. Per state law, swimmers must shower before entering any pool or spa. 3. Flotation devices are prohibited in the swimming pool areas over holiday weekends and Easter/Spring break periods. 4. Diving, jumping in, or any pushing and roughhousing are prohibited in any resort pool or spa. Running is also not allowed in any pool area. 5. Glass ( except eyeglasses ) is prohibited in the swimming pool area. 6. Bathing suits are required. Other clothing is not permitted in the pool, except that sun-protection clothing is allowed. 7. Chairs/lounges may not be saved by placing towels or other articles on them, unless the owner of the items is in the pool area. 8. Management reserves the right to deny use of the pool/spa to anyone at any time for due cause. 9. All persons using pool/spa do so at their own risk. Association management is not responsible for accidents or injuries.
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SECTION 4 – PETS
1. All pets, including cats, need to be tethered on a 6-foot leash whenever they are outside of the RV in which they are domiciled. 2. No more than two (2) pets ( dogs and cats ) are allowed on a lot. 3. Pets are not permitted in any building, lots other than your own, or in any common area (other than streets) including the golf course and corner areas, except that as follows: a. Area adjacent to the Maintenance Yard Entrance. b. Common area adjacent to the Front Pedestrian Gate that is bordered by a wall on the west, the loading/parking area to the north, and the access road into the resort and Gate House on the east, between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. c. Common area patio that lies between the restaurant and the convenience store at La Palma. Pets may not be left alone in this area and must be controlled in the immediate space of the table where the pet owner is sitting. Other conditions may be posted by the restaurant proprietor, as necessary. 4. Work/service dogs for handicapped are permitted, as required by law. 5. For the safety and well-being of pets, they may not be left unattended in or outside of the RV for extended periods of time. 6. Owners shall not allow pets to continue to bark, creating disturbance or nuisance to other residents. 7. Whenever possible, Owners should have their pets relieve themselves on the lot on which the pet is domiciled and residue should be picked up immediately and urine spots watered. 8. If a pet relieves itself in the street, the residue must be picked up immediately. 9. A fenced pet walking area is provided near the main laundry room next to the Maintenance Yard entrance. Pets must be attended at all times. 10. One small pen is permissible, subject to guidelines specified in the A&A Rules, restricted to Owner’s lot, and not interfering with routine maintenance. Pe n area to be used only when the Owner is present on the lot. 11. Pets are not to be let free to run at any time while in the Resort.
Amended 3-9-20 & 6-29-20
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SECTION 5 – GOLF
5.A
ELIGIBLE PLAYERS
1. Owners: The golf course is available for play by all owners and members of their family without paying green fees. Owner family members, for purposes of this rule include spouses, significant others, parents, grandparents, children, children’s spouse, and grandc hildren that are registered with the HOA. Note that Owners whose lot is occupied by a contract purchaser, lessee or Renter, and their family members, guests or invitees are not entitled to play golf unless they are a guest of another Owner or Renter and, in that case, would be required to pay current green fees (refer to CC&Rs Article 3, Section 3.12). Note: Status of golfers whether Owner, Renter or guest will be verified by the Starter Shack employees for appropriate fee collection. 2. Renters: Up to two Renters per lot rented that are named and registered with the HOA at time of check-in may play the golf course without paying green fees. 3. Guests of Owners or Renters: Guests of Owners may play the golf course and will be charged the current green fees. Guests and/or family members of renters may play the golf course and will be charged the current green fees. 4. Tournaments/Special Events: a. Owners: In the spirit of goodwill, community, and fairness, all Owners shall be allowed to enter all tournaments or special events in which they wish to participate, except for those tournaments which require qualifications. b. Guests and Renters: May participate in any tournament or special event which is not designated exclusively for the benefit of Owners (i.e., Club Championship; Hole-in-One; etc.). c. The Golf Committee shall approve all special events and tournaments. If a maximum number of participants for any event/tournament must be imposed, with Owners getting preference, a predetermined, fair, and random selection process will be developed by the Committee.
Amended 12-16-19 & 4-6-20 & 9-20-21
5.B
GOLF COURSE ETIQUETTE
1. All players must start from the #1 tee, unless otherwise directed by the Golf Starter Shack 2. Each player must use their own golf clubs and bag. No joint-use/sharing of golf clubs and bag in the same group is allowed. 3. Allow faster players to play through. Ready golf is encouraged at all times. 4. To ensure the best use golf course conditions throughout the season, repair all divots and ball marks. Please rake bunkers to remove footprints as necessary. For information on proper procedures, please see Starter Shack staff. 5. Due to small tee box surfaces and to prevent damage to the tee box turf, tees are mandatory when teeing off on all holes. Tees must elevate the ball above the turf level to minimize damage to the surface. Please place broken tees in the tee caddy’s to prevent damage to mower blades. 6. Only one ball in play per person on the course, unless otherwise approved by the Golf Professional, Starter Shack, or Marshall. The putting green and chipping green are reserved for practice. 7. For Pace of Play purposes, you may retrieve only your own ball from the lake with an approved retriever (no rake types). Fishing for golf balls is not allowed. 8. USGA rules govern all play; except as modified by local rules posted at the Starter Shack and/or on scorecard.
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9. Wear spike-less or soft spike shoes only. No metal spikes on the golf course. 10. For Pace of Play purposes, six (6) strokes maximum on any hole. Players must pick up after six (6) strokes.
Amended 12-16-19 & 4-6-20 & 9-20-21
5.C
GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS
1. The Golf Starter Shack hours will be posted at the Shack and online by Management. 2. To promote Pace of Play, no lessons allowed on the golf course except as approved by the Golf Professional. 3. Lots are private property and should never be entered except in an emergency. 4. Each player is responsible and liable for any damage caused by their play. Any damage caused by golfer shall be promptly reported to the property Owner, Starter Shack employees, or General Manager’s office. 5. Only regular type golf carts are allowed on the course. Only the GEM E825 model of the GEM carts is allowed on the golf course. Contact the Starter Shack with any questions regarding allowable carts. 6. All golf carts that have permission to be on the golf course must display a handicapped flag. 7. Golfers younger than 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult golfer, unless approved by the Golf Professional. 8. In order for a Hole-in-One on the Big 18 Course to be recognized, it must be witnessed by at least one player who must sign and date the card and provide a contact phone number. Additionally, in order to be counted, the player must complete all 18 holes. First Hole-in-One at ORPS will be recognized on a plaque in the Owners’ Lounge . The Hole-in-One scorecard, application and associated fees must be submitted to the Golf Committee. 9. Golfing privileges may be revoked for cause by the Golf Starter, Golf Marshall, or Security staff at any time. 10. The golf course will be used only for playing golf, unless otherwise designated by the Board of Directors or General Manager in response to unusual or exigent circumstances, or when it is deemed a benefit to the Resort. Any other use is prohibited. Observers are allowed on the golf course only during gallery events. 11. The process for booking tee times is managed/approved by the General Manager, posted and administered by Starter Shack employees. 12. Private owner functions will not be given any special consideration for tee times. 13. Golf fees, including per round green fees, ten-pass fees, twilight golf fees, and back-nine golf fees will be established by the Board of Directors annually with adoption of the Fiscal Year Budget, and posted at the Golf Starter Shack. 14. Unless otherwise directed by a Starter or Marshal, golfers must play all holes in sequence.
Amended 12-16-19 & 4-6-20 & 9-20-21
5.D
BOOKING TEE TIMES
The Resort has a computerized tee time booking system. Owners may log on 24 hours a day to make tee times, change times or player, cancel times or players, or just check their times. All owners have 7-days advance booking privileges starting at 7:00 a.m. Renters have a 3-day advance booking privileges starting at 7:00 a.m.
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1. An owner or renter is allowed to book two tee times daily. Names of all members included in the tee time reservation must be filled in 72 hours prior to the tee times. At that time, any slots tee slots not showing golfers name will be returned to the available pool. 2. During peak season (3 rd Monday in January through 31 st of March) a golfer’s name is only allowed to appear on the tee time reservation sheet one-time daily golfers may play a second-round same- day, but only as a walk-up and only by having their name added to an open tee time slot by Starter Personnel. 3. Tee times may be cancelled up to 24 hours prior without penalty either online or in person at the Starter Shack. 4. Tee times or slots cancelled less than 24 hours’ notice will be considered ‘ No Shows ’ . 5. Golfers not showing up for their tee times will be considered ‘ No Shows ’ . 6. All golfers must check-in at the Starter Shack at least 15 minutes prior to their start time. Golfers who do not check-in will be considered ‘ No Shows ’ . 7. ‘ No Show ’ golfers will receive a warning for their first ‘ No Show ’ . Further offenses will be dealt with per ORPS Rules & Regulations, Section 16 – Enforcement Procedure. 8. Weather cancellations – If the course is closed due to rain, or closed only to golf power cars, golfers affected will not be penalized. 9. Frost Delay Policy - If there is a frost delay lasting more than 30 minutes. golfers may choose to cancel their tee time slot. Golfers must contact the Starter Shack by phone, or in-person . prior to their tee time. Not showing up without phoning, or cancelling in person, will be considered a 'No Show' and dealt with accordingly. These policies are in place to maximize use and open course access to all Owners so that reservations are not cancelled at the last minute or tee time slots left empty, that could be used by other Owners or Renters.
Adopted 12-16-19 & Amended 4-6-20 & 9-20-21
5.E
GOLF CART USE ON GOLF COURSE
The Outdoor Resort Golf Course is a walking golf course. Golf carts may be used on the golf course of ORPS, subject to the following rules, by individuals who have a need for special access on the golf course and display an authorized handicap flag as follows:
1. Annual/Seasonal Blue Handicap Flag*:
A blue handicap flag will be issued by the Golf Shack Attendant upon payment of an initial non- refundable $40.00 fee and presentation of documentation as follows: (1) a government-issued handicap permit, or (2) a current letter from a physician, physical therapist, or chiropractor validating the special access need. For purposes of this rule, the annual season runs from October 1 through September 1. Individuals who have purchased a blue handicap flag are required to re-validate their special access need to the golf course at the beginning of each season by paying the annual renewal fee of $25.00, displaying renewal sticker, and providing the required documentation to the Golf Shack Attendant.
2. Daily Use White Handicap Flag*:
A Daily Use White Handicap Flag will be issued upon (1) payment of $5.00 daily fee for owners and $7.00 daily for all others; (2) presentation of government-issued handicap permit or a current letter from a physician, physical therapist, or chiropractor validating the special access need; and (3) deposit of the golfer’s identification (driver’s license or ORPS prox card) with the Golf Shack Attendant. The golfer’s identification will be returned at the end of play when the white access flag is returned to the attendant or to Security if the Attendant has left for the day.
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*Individuals who are 85 years or older are exempted from the requirement to provide documentation proving their special access need but must pay fees and adhere to all rules relating to golf cart use on the golf course.
3. Use of Golf Carts on the Golf Course:
a. A handicapped individual must be playing golf to drive on the course; non-handicapped persons are not permitted as passengers in the carts. b. Handicapped persons playing in the same twosome/foursome must share a cart. c. Golf carts are to be ridden and parked on the left side of the golf course whenever possible. d. Parking on the tees is not allowed and golf carts may not be parked closer than 30 feet away from the green. Always park on the left side of the fairways and walk to the ball.
Amended 9-20-21
5.F
DRESS CODE
Proper golf attire is required at all times on the golf course.
ACCEPTABLE a.
Men’s shirts with sleeves and /or blade collars b. Women’s shirts may have sleeves or blade collars c. Mock neck golf shirts. d. Shorts no shorter than mid-thigh. e. Proper golf shoes, or tennis shoes (soft spikes only).
NOT ACCEPTABLE a. Bare feet.
b. Sandals, except for golf sandals. c. Long elongated arm holes. d. Swimwear. e. Bike shorts (tops/bottoms). f. Bare midriff shirts. g. Men’s ‘ muscle ’ tops. h. T-shirts. i. Low-plunging necklines. j. Short shorts, or hot pants. k. No boots or leather soled shoes. l. No jogging shorts or cut-off jeans.
Note: Rules and dress code apply equally to both the Big 18 and Small 9 courses.
Amended 12-16-19 & 4-6-20
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SECTION 6 – PICKLEBALL RULES
6.A
GENERAL
1. The Pickleball Program at ORPS is designed to provide a quality pickleball program for as many ORPS Owners and Renters as possible. 2. The ORPS Pickleball Program is administered by the Pickleball Committee under the guidelines established by the ORPS Rules & Regulations, and the ORPS Board of Directors.
6.B
PICKLEBALL COMMITTEE
1. See Pickleball Committee Charter for information regarding the officers of the Pickleball Committee.
6.C
ORGANIZED PLAY
1. Organized play includes Beginner, Novice, Intermediate, Advanced and Open Play. Tournaments will be defined by the Pickleball Committee. 2. All organized play will be reflected on the Pickleball Master Schedule. The schedule is posted at the courts.
6.D
PARTICIPATION/PROHIBITED USE
1. Participation in organized play, as defined above, shall be available to lot owners and lot renters. 2. Guests brought by Owners and Renters may use the ORPS Pickleball Courts as per the posted Pickleball Schedule. Tournaments will be scheduled by the Pickleball Committee. Tournament play is only for ORPS Owners and Renters, no outside guests are allowed. 3. People under fourteen (14) years of age, unless accompanied by parents or grandparents, are prohibited access to the courts. 4. Use of lighted courts before 7:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m. is prohibited. 5. Chairs and tables only allowed in shaded area. 6. Pickleball Courts will be used only for playing pickleball unless otherwise designated by the Board of Directors or General Manager in response to unusual or exigent circumstances or when it is deemed a benefit to the Resort. Any other use is prohibited.
Amended 12-16-19
6.E
EQUIPMENT
1. Only the quiet ball, or the Monarch ball, is allowed to be used on the ORPS pickleball courts. The Monarch ball is only allowed to be used during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 2. Only pickleball paddles listed on the ORPS Pickleball Committee Green List may be used on the Pickleball Courts at ORPS. 3. The pickleball paddles listed on the ORPS Pickleball Committee Red List may not be used on the Pickleball Courts at ORPS.
Amended 01-15-18 & 06-13-19 & 12-16-19 & 3-9-20
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6.F
ATTIRE
1. All persons on any pickleball court must wear non-marking tennis shoes. No street shoes, sandals, thongs or bare feet are permitted. All pickleball players are required to wear shorts, shirts, jackets, sweatsuits or other such similar attire.
6.G PICKLEBALL BALL MACHINE
1. Access to and use of the ORPS Pickleball ball machines and retrievers will be managed by the ORPS Pickleball Committee. Usage of the pickleball ball machines and retrievers are restricted to ORPS Owners and Renters.
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SECTION 7 – TENNIS
7.A
GENERAL
1. The Tennis Program at ORPS is designated to provide a quality tennis program for as many ORPS Owners and Renters as possible.
2. The ORPS Tennis Program is administered by the Tennis Committee under the guidelines established by the ORPS Rules & Regulations and the ORPS Board of Directors.
7.B
TENNIS COMMITTEE
1. See Tennis Committee Charter for information regarding the officers of the Tennis Committee and the responsibilities of the various members of the Tennis Committee.
7.C
ORGANIZED/COMPETITIVE PLAY
1. Competitive tennis includes League Matches and Top Gun. 2. Organized play includes Daily Draws, Nets, Couples Only Tennis, The Horse Race, Mixers and any other special tennis activities that may be defined and approved as Organized Play by the Tennis Committee. 3. All Organized/Competitive Play will be reflected on the Hold My Court website. 4. Horse Races, General, and Tennis Committee meetings are scheduled on the first Saturday of each month. In case of rain or adverse court conditions, the Horse Races, General, and Tennis Committee meetings will be rescheduled by the Tennis Committee.
Amended 1-15-18
7.D
PARTICIPATION/PROHIBITED USAGE
1. Participation in Competitive Tennis is only available to Owners and Renters. 2. Participation in Organized Play is available to Owners and Renters with guests allowed if accompanied by an Owner or Renter, and if space is available. 3. Persons under fourteen (14) years of age, unless accompanied by their parents or grandparents, are prohibited access to the courts.
4. Use of lighted courts before 7:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m. is prohibited. 5. Pool chairs, lounges, or tables are not permitted on the court surface.
6. Tennis courts will be used for playing tennis unless otherwise designated by the Board of Directors or General Manager in response to unusual or exigent circumstances when it is deemed a benefit to the Resort. Any other use is prohibited. 7. Abuse of tennis facilities of any kind, such as using the courts for other games, marking courts, hitting and pushing nets, and hitting balls against the windscreen, will not be tolerated. 8. All tennis courts will be secured. Owners may obtain keys from the Association office during office hours and weekends from Security. There is a limit of two keys per lot owner. Replacement keys will be issued in the Manager’s office at a cost of $50.00 each. Renters can obtain a key from the Association office ( on a temporary basis ).
Amended 12-16-19 & 9-20-21
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7.E
PROPER ATTIRE
1. All persons must wear non-marking tennis shoes. No street shoes, sandals, thongs or bare feet are permitted. 2. All tennis players are required to wear proper attire, including shorts, shirts, jackets, sweatsuits or other such attire.
7.F
LEAGUE PLAY
1. All league play must be approved by the General Manager. 2. A person may only captain one league team per season, excluding Top Gun.
Amended 12-16-19
7.G COURT RESERVATIONS
Owners/Renters must reserve courts on a first come first-served basis using the Hold My Court reservation website. Courts may be reserved seven (7) days in advance. 1. During the calendar season, from November 1 through April 30, the La Palma courts and four satellites (A, B, C, D) will be blocked out for Organized/Competitive Play from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. daily. Courts E & F will be available for open play. However, these open courts may be reserved for Organized/Competitive play from November 1 through April 30, on an “ as needed” basis. Additional courts will be blocked out as needed to accommodate changes in Organized/Competitive Play approved by the Tennis Committee. Organized/Competitive Play is defined in 7.C above. 2. The Tennis Committee must approve the reservation of all courts for tournaments or other special events during the season of peak usage. 3. If play is not commenced within ten (10) minutes on a reserved court, the reservation will be void and the court will be available for open play. 4. Satellite courts will be secured, and equipment removed from May 1 to October 1.
Amended 1-15-18 & 12-16-19 & 05-17-21
7.H TENNIS BALL MACHINE
1. The ORPS ball machine and retrievers will be located (chained and locked) at La Palma and Satellite F courts. 2. Access to and usage of the ball machines is restricted to Owners/Renters 18 years of age and older. 3. The keys to unlock the ball machines can be obtained at the ORPS Security Gate House. Owners/Renters will leave their prox card as a deposit. 4. A “log in/log out ” record of keys to the ball machines will be maintained at the ORPS Security Gate House. 5. The ball machines will not be available during League Play, nor any special event requiring use of the La Palma courts and/or Court F. 6. To ensure that a ball machine/court is available, reservations should be made for both. Ball machine reservations may be made twenty-four (24) hours in advance at the Security Gate House. Court reservations are made as stated in Section 7.G above. NOTE: If one person has a reservation for the ball machine, and a different person has reserved the corresponding court for the same time, the person with the court reservation shall have a precedent. 7. Ball machine usage is limited to two (2) hours at any one time.
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8. Ball machine use and responsibilities: a. Tennis balls must be picked up and returned to the container before leaving the court. b. Ball machines and ball retrievers must be returned to the fence, the ball machines covered, and all equipment locked to the fence. c. The ball machine key must be returned to the Security Gate House and the prox card retrieved. d. Any ball machine malfunctions should be reported to the Security on duty. Maintenance will notify a member of the Tennis Committee for resolution.
Amended 1-15-18 & 12-16-19
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SECTION 8 – MOTOR VEHICLES (INCLUDING GOLF CARTS AND MOTORCYCLES)
8.A MOTOR VEHICLES OPERATIONS & SAFETY (INCLUDING GOLF CARTS AND MOTORCYCLES)
1. Drivers shall not exceed 10 miles per hour and shall stop at all stop signs. 2. Reckless or erratic driving of any motorized vehicle (including, but not limited to, motor vehicles, motorcycles, golf carts, etc.) within the Resort is prohibited. 3. Drivers of any vehicle in the Resort, must have a valid current driver ’ s license in their possession when operating the vehicle and must comply with financial responsibility requirements (insurance) established per the California Vehicle Code. 4. Learners driving permits are allowed when accompanied by a licensed adult, per California Vehicle Code. 5. Golf carts drive after dark are required to have functioning headlights and taillights. 6. State helmet laws shall apply to all motorcycle riders.
8.B
MOTOR VEHICLE/GOLF CART PARKING RULES
1. Motor vehicles including golf carts are not allowed to be parked on perimeter streets or on the grass area of any lot or common area, with the following exceptions: a. Curbside parking is allowed on the perimeter streets immediately adjoining the clubhouses for golf carts and motor vehicles only during special events. b. Golf carts are allowed to park curbside on either side of the street immediately in front of El Saguaro Clubhouse between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. During this time period, motor vehicles are not allowed to park in this area except during a special event. After 4:00 p.m., both golf carts and motor vehicles are allowed to park in this area. c. Parking in the El Saguaro driveway is prohibited. d. The turnout driveway at La Palma Clubhouse is for temporary parking only. e. The parking at the west side of the La Palma Tennis Courts is designated for the Convenience Store and Restaurant when either are open. f. No curbside parking is allowed on the west side of the La Palma Clubhouse. g. During golf events, golf carts are allowed to be parked on common grass areas and along perimeter streets, as long as no driveway is blocked and/or the passage of traffic on the street is not impeded. 2. Vehicle parking by Owners or guests of Owners on a lot other than their own is not permitted without the written permission of the lot owner. Security will issue a parking permit for said vehicle on said lot if a written permission card is on file. A vehicle parked overnight on another lot without a visible parking permit in their vehicle will be considered illegally parked and may be cited by Security. 3. Illegally parked vehicle(s) blocking access to a lot or common area may be towed without prior notification at the vehicle ow ner’s expense. 4. There is no overnight parking at any of the clubhouses, main laundry, or satellite parking areas without a temporary parking permit. A temporary parking permit not to exceed 72 hours may be issued by Security; any request for a permit in excess of 72 hours must be approved by the General Manager or his/her designee.
Amended 12-16-19
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8.C
GENERAL RULES 1. Any authorized van conversion which may or may not have an RVIA sticker is not allowed to be connected to any utility or used for a sleep facility. 2. Three or four- wheeled ATV’s or vehicles whose primary design is for off -road use only are not permitted to operate in the resort . 3. Only three (3) approved vehicles may be parked on a lot in addition to the RV. Authorized vehicles are limited to the following: a. Licensed passenger vehicles b. Golf carts c. Motorcycles, and d. Camper vans or equivalent that are used only as a transportation vehicle while in the Resort, are not connected to any utilities, and are not used for sleeping/living accommodations. Note that two (2) motorcycles will be counted as one passenger vehicle, except that no more than two (2) motorcycles may be parked on a lot. For example, one (1) passenger vehicle, one (1) golf cart, and one (1) or two (2) motorcycles would be allowed. Three (3) motorcycles on a lot would not be allowed. No authorized vehicles shall be parked so as to protrude into the street. 4. Motorcycles are to be counted as one of the above-allotted vehicles (limited to two (2)). 5. All lots within Outdoor Resort are to be used solely for recreational vehicles. However, with prior approval of the A&A Committee, an Owner may be permitted to use the lot for parking vehicles after taking into consideration the appearance and aesthetics of the lot. Parking restrictions and vehicle limitations will be in accordance with Section 8.B and 8.C above. 6. Large commercial trucks (extending more than 24 ’ in length) will not be permitted to remain in the Resort overnight unless a special permit, not to exceed twenty-four (24) hours, is displayed in the windshield of the vehicle. Permit can be obtained from the General Manager in advance. 7. Tractor trailers (commercial) are not permitted into the Resort except for delivery of goods.
Amended 12-16-19
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