Community Guidelines

• Apartment Alterations

  Holes should not be drilled in your apartment without our prior written consent, nor should any nails, hooks, or screws be used on any floors, doors, windows, tub, shower, appliances, or fixtures in the apartment. Nothing should be fastened to the floors, doors, windows, walls, appliances, or fixtures in the apartment, the exterior walls, or porches of the buildings. Please refrain from hanging signs, advertisements, or notices on the outside or inside of any apartment or building. Locks on the doors leading to the apartment should not be altered without our consent. We must have a key to every lock at all times, and every lock must be compatible with the master key system for the building.

• Balcony/Patio/Terrace

  Please do not use the balcony, patio, or terrace of your apartment to store personal property. Additionally, no towels, rags, rugs, laundry, or other items should be hung from any balcony or terrace, nor should anything be thrown or dropped from the windows, balcony or terrace. The Baltimore County Fire Code prohibits the use or storage of any charcoal grill, gas grill, or any other open flame cooking equipment on any balcony or patio of any multi-family building such as an apartment building. Storage of propane tanks, charcoal, and lighter fluid is also prohibited. The civil penalty for violation of the Fire Code is a fine not to exceed $250.00 for the first offense, $500.00 for the second offense, and $1,000.00 for every subsequent offense.

• Common Areas

  “Common Areas” are described as the pavilion, volleyball area, pool area, playgrounds, clubhouse, tennis courts, fitness trail, hallways, or any other general area shared by all residents. Please take a moment to review the following rules and regulations for our common areas. These rules are to help ensure a friendly and inviting community for all residents and visitors. - All common areas are closed 9:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. - Residents, their family, and their guests are to conduct themselves in a manner that will not disturb their neighbors’ peaceful enjoyment or constitute a nuisance. Noise, odors, or any other action, which causes unreasonable disturbance to other residents or interferes with their rights, comforts, or convenience are not permitted. - No skateboarding, rollerblading, or biking in the pavilion area or on playground equipment. Please utilize the fitness trail. - Please do not throw trash, cigarette butts, or any item from balconies or windows. - Dispose of household trash at the Central Waste Facility located at the Copper Ridge Drive entrance to the community. - Utilize the property’s trash receptacles to dispose of any litter or debris. - Please pick-up after your pet. - Net games, playing ball, Frisbee throwing, etc., are limited to large grassy areas and away from buildings and parking lots. Failure to comply with the abovementioned regulations may result in fines and/or a 30-day notice to vacate. Common areas, sidewalks, entrances, lobbies, hallways, elevators, or stairways of the community should not be used for any purpose other than entry and exit. Please do not place or store furniture, equipment, or personal articles in any common areas for any period of time. We may remove any such items at any time, at your expense, including any storage costs.

• Equipment Use

  All equipment located in your apartment or community should be used in a reasonable and careful manner. Equipment includes such things as toilets, sinks, electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, building access system, elevators, appliances, or other facilities. If you or your family, guests, or visitors use any equipment in a manner that causes damage to the equipment, you could be held responsible for the costs of repairing or replacing it.

• Facilities

  If your community has a pool, you must pay any required fees prior to usage. For your safety, please obey all pool rules and regulations. Games, sports, and other recreational activities are permitted only in designated areas. All rules and regulations must be obeyed including the days and hours that recreational facilities may be used. We may at any time discontinue any recreational services or close down facilities either temporarily or permanently.

• Heavy Items

  Items which weigh more than we determine is reasonable for the floor loading of the apartment are not permitted. You must check with us before bringing heavy items (i.e., waterbeds, safes, etc.) into the apartment.

• Housekeeping Tips

  When residents and the property management team work together, pests can be prevented. Maintaining clean and clutter-free homes and adhering to these recommendations may help you enjoy a pest-free environment. - Keep clutter to a minimum. Remove stacks of newspapers, magazines, or cardboard. - Vacuum carpeting more than once a week. Vacuum thoroughly; a small crumb is a feast for any pest. - Store dry or prepared food in sealed plastic or glass containers. - Remove kitchen trash before nightfall. Empty all other trash containers frequently. - Check for pests in packages or boxes before carrying them into your home. - Report to your Service Team when and where you see pests. - Clean up spills immediately. - Keep your dishwasher closed or empty. - Pick up and clean pet food bowls when your pets are done eating. - If applicable, follow all instructions given by pest control professionals. - Do not use any store bought liquid sprays after professional treatment in your home. - Do not feed pests by allowing cooking grease, oils, or other food particles to remain in your kitchen. - Do not leave unwashed dishes in the sink overnight. - Do not let water accumulate anywhere in your home. Report water issues to your Service Team promptly. - Do not keep paper bags or cardboard. Insects feed on the glue and nest in the folds. - Do not use strong cleaners around pest control baits.

• Lock-outs

  If locked out during business hours, you can go to the Maintenance Office to borrow a key. A $35 lock-out fee is charged should a resident be locked out after normal business hours. If locked-out, you must present photo ID in order to gain entry to your apartment.

• Motor Vehicles

  The speed limit throughout the community is 15 mph. As you know, this community has a huge amount of pedestrian traffic from joggers, children at play, mothers pushing baby carriages etc. Additionally, our mature landscaping and rolling hills require our residents to pay particular attention as they are driving through the community. We are asking that you please be mindful of your neighbors and slow down! The posted speed limit is a Maryland law and the police may be called if a member of our staff notes any violations within the community. Please keep in mind we may remove any vehicle at the owner’s expense if it appears abandoned, inoperable, does not display an inspection sticker and/or license plates, or the inspection and/or registration is expired. Due to local water restrictions and hazardous substance ordinances, we cannot allow residents or their guests to work on their vehicles in the community parking areas.

• Parking & Towing

  The following parking/towing policies are in place at Bonnie Ridge Apartments: All vehicles must have current, legal tags and inspection stickers. Vehicles will be towed immediately after expiration date. All vehicles must be in operable condition. No flat tires, missing parts, or severely damaged parts causing vehicle to be inoperable are accepted. No abandoned vehicles are allowed on this property. There is no assigned parking and no parking permits. Please obey all parking and traffic regulations posted on any private streets, roads, or drives. Parking areas are to be used only to park, load, and unload motor vehicles. Please note that there are handicapped parking spaces that have been designated by the community. Please do not park in these spaces without a handicapped permit or your vehicle will be towed. Your vehicle may be towed without notice at your expense if you: - Park in a fire lane - Park in a no parking area - Block a fire hydrant, refuse container, or another vehicle. - Park or drive onto sidewalk or grass - Double park - Park in two spaces - Park in an unmarked area/space - Park in yellow or red zones Oversized vehicles, commercial vehicles, recreational vehicles, boats, or trailers may not be parked in the community without our consent. Any vehicle found in violation of these policies will be towed at the owner’s expense. If your vehicle has been towed or impounded, please contact Henry's Wrecker Service for further information to obtain your vehicle. Henry's Wrecker Service 1413 Shoemaker Road Baltimore, Maryland 21209 Local Lot: (410) 296-0364 FAX (410) 296-7918 If you see a vehicle that fits any of the listed descriptions, please notify Henry's Wrecker Service or the Leasing Office. Should you require a short-term extension for repairs or delivery of tags, etc., it is your responsibility to meet with one of our associates to complete a “Do Not Tow Request Form.” This form must be approved and signed by Management to temporarily delay towing.

• Peaceful Enjoyment

  All residents, their family, and guests should conduct themselves in a manner that will not disturb their neighbors or community staff. Noise, odors, or any other actions that cause a disturbance are not permitted. Please do not interfere with the rights, comforts, or convenience of other residents or community staff. Remember you are responsible for the conduct of your family, friends, guests, and anyone you invite into the community. We will make reasonable efforts to stop neighbors from disturbing your peace, but we cannot be responsible for controlling their actions. If you are seriously disturbed by activities at your neighbor’s apartment, please call the police.

• Pets

  Pets are not allowed in the apartment without our prior written consent. Pet owners must walk their pets on a leash and must pick-up after their pets. This is a very troublesome and serious issue; children enjoy playing outside and it is not fair to them to have to deal with your pet’s waste. The Pet Agreement clearly states that pet waste is to be removed by the pet owner. Should our office verify a pet owner who is not complying with the lease in this regard, a 30-day Notice to Vacate may be issued to their account.

• Recycling

  Various recycling containers are located at the community dumpster near Smith Avenue.

• Safety

  Please do not bring anything into your apartment or the community that increases the risk of fire. Things that could cause an increased risk of fire include flammable oils, fluids, propane, benzene, gasoline, kerosene, or other hazardous materials. Please refrain from cooking or barbequing on a porch, patio, balcony, or within 15 feet of any building, except as expressly permitted by your community.

• Satellite Dishes

  You are permitted to install satellite antenna and/or dishes subject to the following restrictions and requirements: - The dish may not exceed one meter in diameter. - The dish or antenna may only be placed on a balcony, railing or patio totally within the premises being leased (not in any common area or any other area not leased exclusively by you, including any outside wall, outside windowsill, roof, common area balcony, stair well or other common area). - The antenna or dish may not extend beyond the balcony railing line or patio edge. - No holes may be made in any wall, roof, railing or glass for purposes of installation or hookup. - We reserve the right to prohibit installation if the antenna or dish poses a safety concern, all as determined by us in our sole discretion. - We recommend that you obtain the services of a professional installer to properly install and connect the antenna and/or dish. No holes in the premises (wall, roof, railing or glass or any other part of the building in which the Apartment is located) will be made for the purpose of wiring and further that you shall not splice or connect the antenna or dish to existing wiring. Failure to abide by the provisions of this Lease Addendum shall constitute us the right to remove the antenna or dish at your sole cost and expense.

• Trash

  All trash should be placed in plastic bags and disposed of at the Central Waste Facility. This facility is available 24/7 for Bonnie Ridge residents only and is located at the Copper Ridge Drive entrance to the property. Bulk items should never be disposed of outside of waste enclosures or left on community grounds. Please do not place any trash in halls, stairways, balconies, or laundry rooms. Doing so may create a favorable environment for pests.