Core rules12
Occupancy / age restrictions
Restricted
The community is for persons 55 years or older, requiring at least one permanent resident per home to be 55 or older, with exceptions for those between 19 and 55 if 80% adult occupancy is maintained, and temporary visits for those under 19 are limited to 30 days per calendar year.
“The Subdivision is an adult community designed to provide housing for persons fifty-five (55) years of age or older. All homes that are occupied must be occupied by at least one person who is at least fifty-five (55) years of age. No person under nineteen (19) years of age may be a permanent resident of a Home, except that persons below the age of nineteen (19) years may be permitted to visit and temporarily reside for periods not exceeding thirty (30) days in total in any calendar year period.”
Declaration · Section 1. · p.6
Last verified 2026-07-17
Rentals / leasing
Not addressed
Renting properties is permitted, but all occupants must adhere to the community's age restrictions, requiring at least one resident to be fifty-five years of age or older.
Short-term rentals
Not addressed
The document does not explicitly address or restrict short-term rentals for adult occupants.
Pets
Restricted
Domestic pets are permitted if they do not create a nuisance, with owners responsible for damage, waste removal, and leashing, but other animals, livestock, poultry, or swine are prohibited.
“Domestic pets shall be permitted, provided they do not create a nuisance to others. Each Owner shall be personally responsible for any damage caused to dedicated or reserved areas by any such pet and shall be responsible to immediately remove and dispose of any excrement of such pet and shall be responsible to keep such pet on a leash. Notwithstanding the foregoing, no other animals, livestock, poultry, or swine of any kind shall be raised, bred, or kept on any Homesite or on dedicated or reserved areas.”
Declaration · Section 6 · p.7
RVs & campers
Not addressed
Boats
Not addressed
Parking
Restricted
Trucks over 3/4 ton, boats, trailers, aircraft, recreational vehicles, or any vehicle other than a private non-commercial vehicle are prohibited from being parked, stored, or remaining on any Homesite or street, except for temporary service vehicles or vehicles/boats fully enclosed in garages.
“No trucks in excess of 3/4 ton size, boats, trailers, aircraft, recreational vehicles, or any vehicle other than a private non-commercial vehicle shall be parked, stored or otherwise remain on any Homesite or street, except for (a) service vehicles located thereon on a temporary basis while performing a service for a resident, or (b) vehicles or boats fully enclosed in garages located on the Homesite.”
Declaration · Section 21. · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Fences
Restricted
Owners of Homesites adjoining walls and/or fences originally constructed by the Developer are responsible for maintaining and repairing their surface and structural integrity, and if a wall/fence adjoins multiple Homesites, costs are shared; paint specifications must be obtained from the Developer or Architectural Control Committee.
“Additionally, for those Owners of Homesites adjoining walls and/or fences originally constructed by the Developer, Owners shall be responsible for maintenance and repairs of the surface and structural integrity of the walls and/or fences adjoining the Owners Homesite whether on the Owners Homesite or on an adjacent Homesite, reserved area or dedicated area. Where a wall and/or fence adjoins more than one Homesite, the cost of maintaining and repairing the surface and the structural integrity of the wall and/or fence shall be shared among the respective Owners served by such wall and/or fence. The Homesite Owner must contact the Developer or the Developer's designee for paint specifications.”
Declaration · Section 7. · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Architectural approval
Requires approval
Owners, other than the Developer, must obtain prior written approval from the Developer or its designee for any structural alteration, exterior repainting or repair, or addition to their residence or Homesite that would substantially alter its exterior appearance, with approval granted only if the work benefits and enhances the Subdivision and complies with storm water management plans.
“No Owner, other than Developer or its transferees, shall make any structural alteration, or shall undertake any exterior repainting or repair of, or addition to his residence or Homesite, which would substantially alter the exterior appearance thereof, without the prior written approval of the plans and specifications therefor by the Developer or the Developer's designee. The Developer or the Developer's designee shall grant its approval only in the event the proposed work (a) will benefit and enhance the entire Subdivision in a manner generally consistent with the plan of development thereof, and (b) Owner has represented that the proposed work complies with the construction plans for the storm water management system approved and on file with SWFWMD.”
Declaration · Section 8. · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Home business
Not allowed
No commercial, professional, or similar activity requiring inventory, equipment, or customer/client visits may be conducted in a Home or on a Homesite.
“Properties within the Subdivision are intended for residential use and no commercial, professional or similar activity requiring either maintaining an inventory, equipment or customer/client visits may be conducted in a Home or on a Homesite.”
Declaration · Section 2. · p.6
Last verified 2026-07-17
Signs
Restricted
No signs of any kind may be displayed without Developer's prior written consent, except for customary name and address signs and one 'for sale or rent' sign no larger than 12x12 inches, visible only through a window.
“No sign of any kind shall be displayed to public view on a Homesite or any dedicated or reserved area without the prior written consent of the Developer, except customary name and address signs and one sign advertising a property for sale or rent which shall be no larger than twelve (12) inches wide and twelve (12) inches high and which shall be located wholly within the residence and only visible through a window of the residence.”
Declaration · Section 4. · p.6
Last verified 2026-07-17
Setbacks
Not addressed
Exterior & architectural6
Antennas, solar panels, generators & equipment
Restricted
No aerials, satellite reception dishes, or antennas of any kind are permitted, except as specifically allowed by law, and any approved device's location must be pre-approved by the Developer in writing.
“No aerials, satellite reception dishes, or antennas of any kind nor window air-conditioners or irrigation wells are permitted within the Subdivision, except as specifically allowed by law. The location of any improved device will be as previously approved by the Developer in writing.”
Declaration · Section 10. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Conservation, wetlands & environmental
Restricted
Owners must comply with approved construction plans for the stormwater management system and may not construct or maintain any building, residence, or structure, or perform any activity in wetlands, mitigation areas, buffer areas, drainage easements, and upland conservation areas without prior written approval from SWFWMD.
“Each property Owner within the Subdivision at the time of construction of a building, residence, or structure shall comply with the construction plans for the storm water management system approved and on file with the Southwest Florida Water Management District ("SWFWMD"). No Owner of property within the Subdivision may construct or maintain any building, residence, or structure, or undertake or perform any activity in the wetlands, mitigation areas, buffer areas, drainage easements, and upland conservation areas described in the approved permit and recorded Plat of the Subdivision unless prior written approval is received from SWFWMD.”
Declaration · Section 18. · p.8
Last verified 2026-07-17
Driveways & walkways
Restricted
Concrete and driveway coatings are permitted if their design is harmonious with the Subdivision and the coating color matches the Home; no ingress or egress is permitted except via Developer-constructed driveways and sidewalks.
“Concrete and driveway coatings are permitted providing that the design is harmonious with the Subdivision and that such coating is the same color as the Home. No ingress or egress to or from any Homesite is permitted except pursuant to such driveways and sidewalks as originally constructed by the Developer.”
Declaration · Section 7. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Exterior colors, materials & trim
Requires approval
The party responsible for maintenance must contact the Developer or the Architectural Control Committee for paint specifications.
“The party responsible for maintenance must contact the Developer or the Architectural Control Committee for paint specifications.”
Declaration · Section 2. · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Garages & carports
Restricted
Carports may only be used for parking automobiles and golf carts capable of operation, and sitting areas; they cannot be used for storage or automobile/golf cart repair, must be kept neat and clean, and only outdoor furniture is permitted within them.
“Carports may only be used for parking automobiles and golf carts capable of operation, and sitting areas. Without limiting the foregoing, carports may not be used for storage, or automobile or golf cart repair. Carports must be kept neat and clean at all times. Only furniture intended for outdoor use may be placed within carports.”
Declaration · Section 25. · p.8
Last verified 2026-07-17
Property & structure upkeep
Restricted
Owners must repair their residence, keeping it in a condition comparable to its initial construction, excepting normal wear and tear, and maintain their driveway.
“Each Owner shall, at his sole cost and expense, repair his residence, other than as otherwise provided for herein, keeping the same in condition comparable to the condition of such residence at the time of its initial construction, excepting only normal wear and tear. Each Homesite Owner shall be responsible for maintaining his driveway.”
Declaration · Section 1. · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Landscaping & yard4
Clotheslines / outdoor drying
Not allowed
The hanging of clothes or clotheslines or placing of clothes poles is prohibited to the extent allowed by law.
“The hanging of clothes or clotheslines or placing of clothes poles is prohibited to the extent allowed by law.”
Declaration · Section 10. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Landscaping & lawn maintenance
Restricted
All Homesites must maintain the same quantity and style of water-conservative, drought-tolerant sod and landscape as originally provided by the Developer, though Owners may add and replace more water-conservative and drought-tolerant landscape with prior written approval from the Developer or its designee.
“In an effort to protect limited natural resources, all Homesites shall remain finished with the same quantity and style of water-conservative, drought-tolerant sod and landscape as originally provided by the Developer. Notwithstanding: (a) the construction, installation, and maintenance of structures, additions, and other improvements to Owner's Homes and Homesites shall not be deemed a violation of the foregoing sentence if such improvements and activities are first approved by the Developer or Developer's designee in accordance with the other provisions set forth in this Declaration; and (b) Owners may add and replace landscape that is more water-conservative and drought-tolerant than originally provided, however, any such alterations must receive the prior written approval from the Developer or Developer's designee.”
Declaration · Section 10. · p.8
Last verified 2026-07-17
Lawn ornaments & decor
Restricted
Lawn ornaments are prohibited, except for seasonal displays not exceeding a thirty (30) day duration.
“Lawn ornaments are prohibited, except for seasonal displays not exceeding a thirty (30) day duration.”
Declaration · Section 24. · p.8
Last verified 2026-07-17
Mailboxes
Not allowed
Individual mailboxes are not permitted on Homesites; mailboxes are provided by the U.S. Postal Service and housed by the Developer for a one-time charge.
“Individual mailboxes may not be located upon a Homesite. Mailboxes are provided by the U.S. Postal Service at no cost to Owner, however, those boxes shall be housed by the Developer at a one-time charge, payable at the time of the initial sale of the Homesite from Developer to Owner.”
Declaration · Section 16. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Vehicles & parking1
Commercial & non-passenger vehicles
Not allowed
Owners are prohibited from repairing or restoring motor vehicles, boats, trailers, aircraft, recreational vehicles, or other vehicles on any portion of any Homesite or dedicated/reserved areas, except for emergency repairs necessary to move the vehicle to a proper repair facility.
“No Owner of a Homesite shall repair or restore any motor vehicles, boats, trailers, aircraft, recreational vehicles or other vehicles on any portion of any Homesite, or on dedicated or reserved areas, except for emergency repairs, and then only to the extent necessary to enable movement to a proper repair facility.”
Declaration · ARTICLE IX. PARKING RESTRICTIONS · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Use & conduct5
Common area use & conduct
Requires approval
Nothing may be altered in, constructed on, or removed from any dedicated or reserved areas after original development without the Developer's written consent.
“Nothing shall be altered in, constructed on, or removed from any dedicated or reserved areas except on the written consent of the Developer, after the original development thereof by the Developer.”
Declaration · Section 9. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Insurance & rebuilding after damage
Restricted
If a residence is damaged or destroyed, the Owner must rebuild, repair, or reconstruct it to substantially restore its prior appearance and condition within two months of damage and complete it within six months, unless prevented by governmental authority, subject to these Restrictions.
“If all or any portion of a residence is damaged or destroyed by fire or other casualty, it shall be the duty of the Owner thereof, with all due diligence, to rebuild, repair, or reconstruct such residence in a manner which will substantially restore it to its appearance and condition immediately prior to the casualty. Reconstruction shall be undertaken within two (2) months after the damage occurs, and shall be completed within six (6) months after the damage occurs, unless prevented by governmental authority. Such reconstruction is subject to the provisions of these Restrictions.”
Declaration · Section 5. · p.10
Last verified 2026-07-17
Noise, nuisance & conduct
Restricted
Radios, record players, television, voices, and other sounds must be kept at a moderate level from 10:00 p.m. to one hour before daylight, excluding Developer's construction noises.
“Owner(s) shall use his property in such a manner as to allow his neighbors to enjoy the use of their property. Radios, record players, television, voices and other sounds are to be kept on a moderate level from 10:00 p.m. to one (1) hour before daylight. These restrictions shall not apply to construction noises being made by the Developer.”
Declaration · Section 13. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Solicitation & yard sales
Restricted
The Developer reserves the right to prohibit or control all peddling, soliciting, selling, delivery, and vehicular traffic within the Subdivision.
“The Developer is hereby given, and reserves the right to prohibit or control all peddling, soliciting, selling, delivery and vehicular traffic within the Subdivision.”
Declaration · Section 14. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17
Trash & recycling
Restricted
Garbage and trash service must be provided by a City of Leesburg Franchised Hauler designated by the Developer, with charges paid separately by each Owner, and garbage must be contained in Developer-prescribed, fully closed plastic bags, placed curbside no earlier than the day before scheduled pick-up, or in a dumpster if required by the Developer.
“The solid waste hauler shall be a City of Leesburg Franchised Hauler designated by the Developer. Once placed curbside for collection, all garbage will be contained in plastic bags prescribed by Developer and placed curbside no earlier than the day before scheduled pick-up. In the alternative, the Developer shall have the right to require that garbage be placed in a dumpster and not placed curbside. In either event, all garbage must be contained in fully closed and sealed plastic bags prescribed by the Developer.”
Declaration · Section 11. · p.7
Last verified 2026-07-17