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RESIDENT
MANUAL
2011
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Letter from the Board, Introduction ....................................................................1-3
Responsibility List for each Homeowner and the Association ..................................4
Important Numbers …...................................................................5-7
Rules and Regulations…………………………………………………………………………………………………..8-13
Master Board Rules and Regulations……………………………………………………………………………14-16
Enforcement Procedures……………………………………………………………………………………………….17-19
Appendix ........................................................................................................20
Satellite Dish Rules and Regulations………………………………………………………………………21-22
Satellite Indemnification Agreement ……………………………………………………………………..23
Storm Door Specification ..............................................................................24
Deck Expansion Policy ..................................................................................25
Architectural, Landscaping, And Exterior Changes Reference List .......................26
Exterior Change request Form.......................................................................27
Exterior Paint Colors ....................................................................................28
Exterior Painting Schedule ............................................................................29
Complaint Form ..........................................................................................30
Approved Foundation Plantings for the town homes………………………………………………31
Driveway Standards…………………………………………………………………………………………………32
BBQ and gas grill rules……………………………………………………………………………………………33-34
Dear Country Crossing Homeowner:
Welcome to the Country Crossing Homeowners Association! As a homeowner, you are
automatically a member of the Homeowners Association. The Association is governed
by a Board of Directors, which has the responsibility of overseeing all the functions of
the Association.
It is our pleasure to serve on the Country Crossing Homeowners Association Board of
Directors. As members of the Board one of our responsibilities is to oversee the
architectural and esthetic appearance of the community. Also, we are required to
enforce the policies as established in the documents and/or established by the Board.
Some of the questions most frequently asked of the Board and property management
involve: satellite dishes, pets, commercial vehicles, signs, lawn maintenance, trash,
exterior changes, additions and alterations. In an effort to help clarify some of these
questions we have developed updated Rules and Regulations, a copy of which is
added for your information. The Board of Directors has adopted various amendments
to previous policies relating to the Country Crossing Homeowners Association Rules
and Regulations over the past years. In addition, the Board wanted to inform all
residents of potential Country Crossing Homeowners Association violations that exist
in our community. Therefore, the Country Crossing Homeowners Association Rules
and Regulations are being provided.
The Country Crossing Board of Directors is designed to reasonably restrict
modifications to an individual’s property, which may infringe on the rights of the
community as a whole. Obviously, the personal judgments and tastes of the Board
members are factors that affect every situation; however, the Board welcomes all
homeowners’ views on these Country Crossing Board of Directors matters.
We have also established a fine policy for violations of the documents as has already
been established. Each of you has now received the enforcement policy upon receipt
of this packet.
If you have questions unanswered by the enclosed information or require additional
clarification, please contact a Country Crossing Homeowners Association Board
Member or Star Property Management at 215-873-5100 (starproperty@comcast.net).
Sincerely,
Ann, Jeff, Linda, Penny and Sharon
Board of Directors
COUNTRY CROSSING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
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INTRODUCTION
The architectural and environmental character of our community was established by
the architects and planners who originally designed Country Crossing. The Board of
Directors establishes standards and is responsible for informing the homeowners in
the community. The standards are not intended to stifle the imagination or creative
desires of the residents, but rather to assure them that protective restrictions are in
effect which will help maintain the appearance and value of their property and our
community.
The purpose of the Board is to recommend the external design, appearance, use and
maintenance of the properties and of improvements thereon, in such a manner so as
to preserve and enhance values and to maintain a harmonious relationship among
structures and the natural vegetation and topography. The Board is empowered to
approve the external design, appearance, location and maintenance of the properties
and of improvements thereon, which regulates such uses of property.
When you purchased your home you were presented with documents known as the
Declaration and Bylaws. These standards are in effect for the entire community and
may not be changed or altered by the Country Crossing Board of Directors. Other
standards were open to the jurisdiction of the Country Crossing Board of Directors.
Those standards are included in this document under “Rules and Regulations.”
ARCHITECTURAL REQUESTS AND APPROVAL AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
POLICY
The Board will only consider written requests submitted on Request Forms. A copy of
the Country Crossing Request Form may be found in this manual. Additional copies
may be obtained from Star Property Management.
Submissions should be delivered to Country Crossing Homeowners Association, care
of Star Property Management.
Provide a brief description of your project, including all the necessary information.
This information should include dimensions, location and sketches or scale drawings.
Photographs or pictures of similar projects would also be helpful.
Approval of any project by the Board of Directors does not waive the necessity of
obtaining the required municipal permits. Applications for building, zoning and other
governmental permits for the proposed project shall be made by the homeowner at
their own expense. Abiding by deed restrictions, such as not obstructing pedestrian
easements, is the responsibility of the homeowner. All cost and damages incurred as
a result of not complying with easement restrictions will be borne by the homeowner.
Any damage that is done by the homeowner and/or contractor to the common/private
grounds is the responsibility of the homeowner. In the event that this is not repaired within
30 days the cost of the repair will be assessed to the homeowner.
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The Board of Directors will respond to your request within thirty (30) days of receipt.
If a request is not approved, the applicant is free to re-submit to the Board to
reconsider his amended request or demonstrate its acceptability.
Approvals are valid for up to six (6) months. If the project is not completed within
that timeframe, the request must be submitted again.
MANAGEMENT
The Association is managed by Star Property Management (P.O. Box 772, Warrington,
PA 18976) – Email: starproeprty@comcast.net
They are responsible for overseeing the maintenance of the common area, including
grounds maintenance, snow removal, and trash removal. The management company
is also responsible for enforcing all the rules and regulations for the Association. All of
the management services are performed under the control of the Board of Directors.
ASSOCIATION DOCUMENTS
The Association’s Declaration and Bylaws are very important documents. If you have
not reviewed them, you should, as they contain information which governs the
operation of your Association. If you have any questions concerning the Association’s
documents, please feel free to contact Star Property Management at 215-873-5100
(starproperty@comcast.net).
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The Board of Directors has the authority to establish reasonable rules and regulations
for the good of the community. A copy of these rules is included with these
documents. These are in addition to the Use Restrictions contained in Article 5 of the
Declaration. Please pay particular attention to and abide by the Association’s parking
regulations, which prohibit the parking of certain types of vehicles on the Association
property.
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Responsibility List for the Association and Homeowner
Landscaping: The Association mows all turf and applies chemicals to all turf in the
community. The Association seeds turf and replaces trees only on Common ground. The
Association prunes homeowners' shrubs at the front of their properties two times each
year. Once each spring the Association edges beds at the front and side of homes and
installs mulch. Homeowners are responsible for replacing their lawn, shrubbery and
trees, insect control for their trees and shrubs, and weeding of mulched areas as well
as all maintenance, within their areas. Homeowner is responsible for the maintenance
of additional flower beds in the front or rear of their home.
Snow removal: The Association removes snow from all asphalt parking lots, roads and
Common sidewalks; Homeowners remove snow from their driveways and ALL concrete
sidewalks in front of their unit. The Township removes snow from Tulip Rd. and
Wimbledon Drive.
Trash: Trash is picked up Monday and Thursday; recyclables on Monday. You may
place one bulk item at the curb once per month. Appliances, air conditioners,
refrigerators and all renovation and construction materials are an extra charge. Trash
should not be placed outside before 7 pm of the evening preceding trash collection and
must be firmly secured in tightly tied trash bags. If you have questions or need to
schedule a bulk pickup, please call J&J Waste Service. Office: 610-277-8117
Home Maintenance: Each homeowner is responsible for maintaining the exterior and
interior of their home, including the limited common elements that are associated.
Homeowners are responsible for cleaning, repairs and replacement of all parts of their
town home, including all of the asphalt and concrete on their lot.
Utilities: The Homeowner owns and maintains all utilities inside and outside of their
town home.
Roofs: Homeowners have routine repairs and maintenance. The Association replaces
the shingles and plywood on a scheduled basis. Presently, the community has 20 year
shingles on their roofs
INSURANCE: The Association maintains property insurance on its assets plus
Association liability and Directors and Officers coverage. Each homeowner is
responsible for insuring the replacement cost of their town home, its contents, your
personal property, your land lot and liability coverage. We suggest that you discuss
your insurance needs with your personal agent.
Parking Lots: The Association owns and maintains Julian Drive East, all parking lots
and courts. The Township owns and maintains Tulip Road and Wimbledon Drive
ASSOCIATION ASSESSMENT: At a resale closing, there was deducted, on behalf of
the Association, a pro-ration of the current month’s assessment, the first full month’s
fee in advance, and a nonrefundable contribution to the Association’s working capital
fund. Monthly payments received by the bank after the 10th of the month will
automatically be assessed a $15.00 late charge.
Changes to your town home: Before making any change to the exterior of the town
home
(Example: new shrubs, windows, trees, driveway, concrete, patio, swing set, deck,
doors, lights) please complete an Exterior Change Request Form and submit to the
management company before making any changes to your town home, landscaping or
lot.
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS
AMBULANCE
Warminster Volunteer Corp
215-441-0333
FIRE
Emergency - 911
Warwick 215-343-9971
www.warwicktwpfc.com
Hartsville 215-672-9242
www.members.tripod.com/~hartsville
POLICE
Emergency - 911
Non-emergency - 215-343-6102 or -6103
PECO
Gas/Electric Emergency - 800-265-6868
Non-emergency - 215-672-8121
POISON INFORMATION CENTER
215-386-2100
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
215-343-6104
COMCAST CABLE
215-343-5425
800-220-1813
TAX COLLECTOR
215-491-0611
WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY
215-343-3584
215-491-0610
WARWICK TOWNSHIP
1733 Township Greene
Jamison, PA 18929
215-343-6100
www.warwick-bucks.org
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SCHOOLS
Central Bucks School District Administration Center
267-893-2000
(School Closing Number 755)
Jamison Elementary School Warwick Elementary School
267-893-3500 267-893-4050
Tamanend Middle School
267-893-2900
Holicong Middle School
267-893-2700
Central Bucks East High School
215-794-7481 - 2
Middle Bucks Institute of Technology
215-343-2480
(School Closing Number 758)
LIBRARIES
Bucks County Free Library
50 N. Main Street, Doylestown
215-348-9081
Warminster Free Library
1076 Emma Lane, Warminster
215-672-4362
Northampton Free Library
25 Upper Holland Road, Richboro
215-357-3050
POST OFFICES
2188 York Road, Jamison
215-343-6050
1135 Mearns Road, Warminster
215-672-1338
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HOSPITALS
Abington Memorial Hospital
1200 Old York Road, Abington
215-481-2000
Doylestown Hospital
595 W. State Street, Doylestown
215-345-2200
Tenet Warminster Hospital
225 Newtown Road, Warminster
215-441-6600
Holy Redeemer Hospital
1650 Huntingdon Pike, Meadowbrook
215-947-3000
PLACES OF WORSHIP
Ivyland New Church
Bristol Road, Warminster
215-957-5965
Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church
Meetinghouse/Bristol Roads, Hartsville
215-343-6060
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
944 Second Street Pike, Richboro
215-322-9595
Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church
2100 York Road, Jamison
215-343-1121
Shir Ami
Route 332 and 413 Bypass, Newtown
215-968-3400
St. Cyril of Jerusalem Catholic Church
1410 Almshouse Road, Jamison
215-343-1288
Trinity Assemblies of God
Almshouse Road, Jamison
215-343-8646
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RULES
&
REGULATIONS
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RULES AND REGULATIONS
EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS
1. EXTERIOR PROTRUSIONS
Shades, window guards, window boxes, ventilators, fans, or air conditioning devices that
protrude from the exterior of the home ARE NOT PERMITTED.
Retractable awnings are permitted and must match the siding of the home. Colors permitted:
"Sunbrella" #4642 – 0000 (off white-oyster)
#4633 – 0000 (tan–linen)
#4683 – 0000 (yellow beige–parchment)
#4956 – 0000 (heather beige–light brown–oyster)
#323-025 Para fabric – light brown and yellow-beige
2. CLOTHESLINES
No homeowners shall install poles and/or lines for the drying of laundry nor shall any
homeowner dry laundry outside of his home.
3. COMPLAINT FORMS
Complaints regarding the management of the Association property, repairs to the
common elements, or concerning actions of any other homeowners shall be made in
writing to the Association through the managing agent.
A copy of the general and pet policy complaint forms (see Appendix I) are provided for your use
should you deem it necessary to identify a violation of the above rules and regulations. The
Country Crossing Board of Directors understands the need to maintain a clean and esthetically
pleasing environment. Each homeowner deserves such and pays monthly to obtain it. It is also
each homeowner’s responsibility to comply with these rules and regulations in an effort to do
their part for our community.
4. DECKS - see Appendix C. Page 31.
5. DISTURBANCES/ANNOYANCES
No homeowners shall make noise decibels, odor or vibrations that will unreasonably disturb or
annoy the occupants of any of the other homes. Nor shall a homeowner permit anything to be
done that will unreasonably interfere with the rights, comfort, or convenience of other
homeowners.
a. Television, stereo and radio volume shall be lowered after 11:00 p.m. No short wave radio
transmitters shall be permitted to be operated in the community without special permission
of the Board of Directors. Solar panels are not permitted.
b. Each homeowner shall be responsible for directing his tenant(s), guests and invitees to
comply with the Association’s Declaration, Bylaws, and these Rules and Regulations.
c. No resident will continue to operate an externally audible alarm system that malfunctions,
emits false alarms, and disturbs the peace of the community. No flashing strobe light is
permitted with alarm systems or otherwise.
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d. Exterior lighting shall not be directed in such a manner as to create an annoyance to your
neighbor. Low voltage and low wattage landscape lighting is acceptable, but must be located
in the homeowner’s planting bed with approval from the Board of Directors. The only
acceptable flood lights are motion detector lights over the garage, angled downward.
e. Without the prior written permission of the Association being obtained first, no contractor or
workman employed by any homeowner shall be permitted to do any work in or upon any
home (except for emergency repairs) between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. if such
work is likely to disturb the occupants of any other home.
6. EXTERIOR MAINTENANCE/ALTERATIONS
Each homeowner is responsible for maintaining the appearance of their home.
a. In general, only those areas that are painted may be repainted. Only those areas that are
stained may be restained, and unpainted surfaces and unstained areas such as brick and
stone shall remain unpainted and unstained.
b. No changes to the exterior design of any home may be undertaken without the written
approval of the Country Crossing Homeowners Association Board of Directors. The Board has
thirty days to respond to all architectural requests. Exterior materials must be compatible
with the architectural design character of the community. The Board reserves the right, if
necessary, to retain at the homeowner's expense a registered architect or engineer to review
the request.
c. All building projects must be completed within 6 months of request, or request must be re-
submitted.
7. FENCES
No fences can be installed along the side lot perimeter or rear of any lot except the privacy
fences installed by the developer.
a. No property boundary line is to be formed by cinderblocks, bricks, or masonry structures.
b. Hedges or shrubbery, upon written request, will be considered by the Country Crossing Board
of Directors.
8. GARAGE DOORS AND WINDOWS
Replacement of garage doors and windows shall only be of the exact same style or design as the
original. Any exceptions must be submitted to the Board of the Homeowners Association for
approval to maintain the esthetics of the community.
9. LANDSCAPING
Patios, walkways, decks, brick patios, and landscaping must be submitted to the Country
Crossing Homeowners Association Board of Directors for approval. Homeowners are reminded
to contact the Township for required permits.
Retaining walls and grading alterations which change the contour of the earth and/or water
drainage patterns must be submitted to the Country Crossing Homeowners Association Board of
Directors with complete details including sketches for approval.
Homeowners are responsible for verifying locations of all underground utilities and existing
easements and bear total responsibility for any and all service interruptions directly attributable
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to work performed on their home. Homeowners can contact Pennsylvania One Call free of
charge at 1-800-242-1776 to verify underground utility locations. There is a fee for contractor
requests.
10. MAILBOXES
The mailboxes are not to be used as bulletin boards for lost or stolen items or pets, or other
announcements, except for Country Crossing Homeowners Association community sponsored
events.
11. PAYMENT OF ASSOCIATION FEES
Association fees for Country Crossing town homes are due the first day of each month. A late
fee of $15.00 per month is automatically imposed if payment is not received by the 10th of the
month in which the payment is due.
12. PETS
Homeowners may keep domestic birds and animals in their homes, subject to prior approval of
the Association. Homeowners who purchase their unit from the Declarant may bring up to two
dogs or two cats (or one of each) owned by them at the time of their initial occupancy of their
unit. In no event shall pets be permitted in any of the public portions of the Association
property unless the pet is being carried by its owner or is on a leash. Pet cannot be left outside
on a leash or unattended. If the homeowner’s pet becomes obnoxious to other homeowners by
barking or otherwise, the owner thereof shall cause the problem to be corrected or, if it is not
corrected, such homeowner, upon written notice by the Association, will be required to remove
the animal or take such other steps as the Association may direct. All pet owners/visitors shall
be required to immediately clean up and remove all pet droppings from the Country Crossing
common grounds/homeowners property. No outdoor pet structure shall be permitted.
13. POOLS/SPAS
In-ground pools and any spas are not permitted. Portable type pools are acceptable and must
be drained and stored nightly on non-grassy areas, with no exceptions.
14. RECREATION EQUIPMENT
Recreation equipment includes, among other things, swing sets and wooden playhouses, which
must receive Board of Directors approval. All equipment must be setback at least five (5) feet
from property lines. Rusting or deteriorating equipment must be removed or repaired
immediately. Equipment must be located in rear yards only.
Children’s outdoor play furniture must be of the portable type, and when not in use must be
stored on your patio, deck or in the garage. This play furniture must also be garaged at the
request of a neighbor who is trying to sell their home.
Permanent basketball backboards of any type are not permitted. Backboards may not be
mounted on the house, garage or deck. Backboards must be of fiberglass and/or metal
construction and may not be supported by sandbags, cinderblocks, bricks, rocks, etc. All
backboards must be of the portable type, so as to be stored in the garage when not in use.
During the months of April 16th through October 30th all portable basketball backboards are
permitted out between 9 a.m. and sundown. Storage of the basketball units must be within the
confines of their home. Backboards must also be garaged at the request of a neighbor who is
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Canopies or tents are permitted in the rear or side yard for specific events and must be
disassembled within 48 hours. No bicycles, scooters, baby carriages or similar vehicles or toys or
other personal articles shall be allowed to stand unattended in any part of the common property.
15. SATELLITE DISHES - see Appendix A. Page
16. SHEDS
Sheds of any type are not permitted. No temporary structure, trailer, tent, or the like shall be
permitted in or about the common elements.
17. SIGNS
Real estate “For Sale” signs and “Open House” signs are the only signs permitted. “For Sale”
signs may be placed in the front window of the property for sale. “Open House” signs are
permitted on the day of the open house. The maximum number of “Open House” signs
permitted is four. “Open House” signs must be removed immediately upon completion of the
open house.
18. STORM DOORS - see Appendix B.
19. TRASH
All refuse and trash must be contained in sealed heavy-duty plastic bags or containers and must
be kept within the homeowner’s garage. The bags or containers shall be placed at curbside for
pickup no earlier than 7:00 p.m. on the date preceding the regularly scheduled time for pickup
of trash. Cans must be covered and bags must be closed. Cleanup of trash, which has not been
properly secured and has caused a mess, is the responsibility of the homeowner. The burning of
any trash is prohibited.
20. VEHICLES
Vehicles shall be parked only in homeowner’s garages, driveways, and/or the parking areas
provided for that purpose. To accommodate emergency vehicles, do not park along the curbline.
Motorcycles may be parked within the development, but only upon paved parking areas provided
that the kickstand is rested on a board or steel plate to prevent damage to the asphalt.
Motorcycles shall be used only for entering or exiting the development and not for recreational
purposes while within this development. Motorized skateboards and all terrain vehicles (ATVs)
are not permitted to operate on any Association property or private lot and must be transported
off the development for use. No vehicle, or any other powered device, may be displayed, with
the intent to sell, advertise, or for any other purpose on the private property or on the common
grounds of the Country Crossing Homeowners Association.
No repairs or storage of vehicles, including but not limited to cars, boats, motor scooters,
motorcycles, trailers, etc. or other equipment shall be permitted on the common property or the
driveways. Any motor vehicle not registered, inspected, and currently licensed shall not be
permitted to operate within the Association or be parked on the Association property or
driveways. Overnight parking of trucks, commercial vehicles, boats, trailers, or recreational
vehicles is prohibited. Commercial vehicles shall include any vehicles with ladders, equipment or
commercial lettering. This rule shall not apply to trucks up to and including one (1) ton pickup
trucks used for personal, noncommercial transportation.
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During the snow removal season, owners must cooperate with equipment operators by moving
their vehicles off the street. Vehicles in violation of the above regulations will be issued a
warning citation.
21. YARD MAINTENANCE
Yards shall be maintained to provide a neat appearance to the development. Residents must
maintain ground cover on their lots so to avoid soil erosion onto streets, sidewalks or other
properties. After completion of any building project, all building materials and debris must be
cleared from the site, and excavations must be backfilled and returned to original grade.
22. SKATEBOARDS
Skateboard ramps are not permitted in the community. Skateboards are only permitted in the
streets of Country Crossing Homeowners Association. No skateboarding on sidewalks, curbs,
walking paths, or grass areas. No more than four (4) skateboarders on any one court, at any
one time. No skateboarding after sundown.
Motorized skateboards are considered by the Police Department to be motor vehicles and
therefore must be registered. The use of motorized skateboards is not permitted in the Country
Crossing Homeowners Association and the Police Department will enforce the ban.
Violation of any of the above will follow the established enforcement procedures and applicable
fines.
23. DECK MAINTENANCE
Homeowners with wooden decks must properly seal coat them a minimum of once every three
(3) years. The seal coat will preserve the life of the deck and enhance its appearance. Seal
coating must be a cedar natural tone, semi-transparent stain.
24. Chalk Not Permitted.
Chalk is not permitted on common property.
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MASTER BOARD
RULES & REGULATIONS
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MASTER BOARD RULES AND REGULATIONS
(As a reference, a partial list of related rules and regulations is listed below.)
COMMON PROPERTY
Common Property shall mean and refer to the Association Common Area and other land and
improvements owned or to be owned by the Homeowners Association, if any, for the common
use and enjoyment of the members. The entrance easement areas and buffer easement areas
shall be deemed to be part of the controlled property, although title to the same shall remain
with the owners of the lots on which such areas are located. Tulip Road, Wimbledon Drive, and
streetlights installed on the property have been dedicated to the Township of Warwick.
Homeowners may not use common areas for permanent location of recreation equipment or
storage of personal property.
COMMUNITY SITE PLAN
A copy of the Country Crossing Homeowners Association site plan is being provided for your
information in Appendix J.
DRAINAGE/RUNOFF
No individual owner shall directly or indirectly interfere with or alter the drainage and runoff
patterns and systems within the property.
Each owner hereby covenants and agrees that he will not interfere with the established drainage
pattern over his lot from adjoining or other lots, and make adequate provision for proper
drainage from any such other lot in the event the established drainage over his lot is changed or
altered. For the purpose hereof, “established” drainage is defined as the drainage which will
occur at the time the overall grading of the property, including the landscaping of each lot, is
completed.
EASEMENT
Easement shall refer to a blanket, perpetual, and nonexclusive easement of unobstructed ingress
and egress in, upon, over, across, and through the property for the Township of Warwick and
the Homeowners Association, their respective officers, agents, and employees and for all
policemen, firemen, and ambulance personnel in the proper performance of their respective
duties.
Further, a perpetual and nonexclusive easement to use and maintain all pipes, wires, ducts,
cables, conduits, public utility lines and other common facilities located on any portion of the
property which serve the home or lot of an individual owner exists.
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Entrance easements may be used by the Homeowners Association for open space purposes and
for fence, entrance monuments, and signs relating to the community, subject to compliance with
the requirements of the Township of Warwick. Buffer easements may be used by the
Homeowners Association only for open space purposes. The maintenance of a lawn area,
shrubs, flowers, plants, and common area within the entrance easement areas and buffer
easement areas by the Homeowners Association is permitted. In addition, the owners of the lots
on which the entrance easements are located shall avoid any action which shall in any way
restrict or limit the use of the entrance easement areas and buffer easement areas as permitted
hereunder. Access to the areas is restricted to residents of the lot on which a portion of the
areas is located and agents, employees, or contractors of the Homeowners Association.
RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY
No home shall be used for any purpose other than as a private residence. Further, neither the
common property nor common elements shall be utilized for any residential or commercial
purpose unless expressly permitted by the Country Crossing Board of Directors or appropriately
incidental to residential use.
STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Positively no cans of gasoline or paint rags or other flammable material is permitted to be stored
in closets, attics, or utility rooms, unless in Underwriters Laboratory approved container with UL
label affixed.
No homeowner shall store more than one (1) gallon of any flammable oil, liquid or fluid, such as
gasoline, kerosene, carbon tetrachloride, naphtha, or benzene. No kerosene heaters,
explosives, fireworks, or articles deemed hazardous to life, limb, or property shall be used or
stored within any portion of the Association.
VIOLATIONS
The Board shall have the power to make such rules and regulations as may be necessary to
carry out the intent of these restrictions and the Declaration and shall have the right to bring
lawsuits to enforce the rules and regulations promulgated by it. The Board shall further have
the right to levy fines for violation of such regulations. In the event the Board engages the
services of an attorney or institutes legal action for collection of any fines, then the defendant(s)
shall be responsible for payment of reasonable attorney’s fees of the Homeowners Association,
plus interest and cost of suit.
NOTES
Further restrictions and Rules and Regulations may be promulgated pursuant to supplemental or
Declarations. These Rules and Regulations are in addition to restrictions and requirements set
forth in the Association Declaration and Bylaws.
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ENFORCEMENT
PROCEDURES
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ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
REPORTING VIOLATIONS – Complaints concerning violation of the Rules, Regulations, or any
provisions of the Association’s Declaration and Bylaws by an owner or tenant must be submitted,
in writing, to the Executive Board or Management Company, signed by the unit owner or tenant.
The complaint must be in sufficient detail to determine whether a violation has occurred.
INVESTIGATION – A member of the Executive Board, Committee member or representative of
the Management Company shall investigate the complaint to determine whether there is
reasonable cause to believe that a violation has occurred.
VIOLATION NOTICE – The Association will send a written notice describing the violation to the
owner and/or tenant, instructing them to correct the violation within a maximum of ten (10)
days. If a violation is not corrected within ten days or if a second complaint is received, a
second written notice will be sent. The second notice will again inform the owner and/or tenant
of the violation, the action required to correct it, the date of a proposed hearing (if requested by
an owner and/or tenant) and the fine or other penalties which the Executive Board assessed.
FINES AND PENALTIES – If an owner or tenant does not comply with the initial ten-day notice,
the Executive Board may, commencing the eleventh day, impose penalties and/or fines. The
penalties could include loss of Association privileges. Depending upon the seriousness of the
violation, the fine could either be enacted for each incident or a fine charged for each day that
the violation remains uncorrected. The Executive Board has full authority in establishing the
amount of fines and loss of privilege penalties. The amount assessed is due upon receipt of the
notice.
HEARING – All Association owners and tenants shall have the right to a hearing, which could
either be conducted by a Committee responsible for Rules and Regulations enforcement or by
the Executive Board. If a hearing is conducted by a Committee, the owner or tenant may appeal
the Committee’s decision to the Executive Board. Any decision made by the Executive Board is
final.
NONCOMPLIANCE – In the event that an owner or tenant does not comply with the violation
notice and/or does not pay the amount assessed by the Association, the Executive Board may
file legal action against the owner for collection of the fines and compliance with the
Association’s Declaration, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations. Any expense association with
legal action and the collection of fines incurred by the Association shall be added to the
complaint and become the responsibility of the owner to pay. If a judgment awarded by the
court remains unpaid, the Executive Board may place a lien for the amount of the judgment,
plus costs, against the owner’s property.
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ENFORCEMENT POLICY
If any homeowner performs any type of exterior change to their unit, i.e. landscaping, decks,
fencing, or any other items, without prior Board approval, the following will apply.
The schedule of fines that will be imposed by the Board of Directors is as follows:
First Offense – Will be a written warning with 10-30 days to correct the violation. The Board
retains the right to ask for immediate compliance.
Second Offense – If no response within the time frame required in the written warning, a
violation letter will be sent with a $50 fine and 10-15 days to correct the violation. (The fine will
be placed on the homeowner’s account).
Third Offense – If no response within the allotted time frame of the second offense letter, a
violation letter will be sent and a $100 fine will be placed on the homeowner’s account.
If the situation persists after the third notice, fines in the amount of $100 will be
assessed to the owner’s account every 10-30 days.
If after the third offense, the situation has not been resolved; the Board has the
authority, as established by the Bylaws, to initiate any or all corrective action at the
homeowner’s expense. Residents with excessive fines will be turned over to the
Association's attorney for legal action, if such action is deemed necessary as per the
Board of Directors. Thus it would be to each homeowner’s benefit to abide by the
Rules and Regulations as well as resolve violations prior to elevating to this extreme.
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APPENDIX
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APPENDIX A
SATELLITE REGULATIONS
It is the intent of these regulations to insure that satellite dishes and their installation meet all appropriate
building, safety, and electrical codes.
1. The Board does not restrict the use of video receiving dishes less than one meter in
diameter, properly installed on the owner’s private property.
2. Dishes should be placed in as inconspicuous a place as possible, preferably on the
rear portion of the roof or chimney, and should not be mounted on the front or side
of the owner’s home unless the cost of installation on the rear roof or chimney would
be excessive or placement on the rear roof or chimney would not be in the proper
direction for quality reception.
3. Dishes must be installed so as not to pose a safety hazard to surrounding homes.
4. Dishes must be properly grounded under electrical code.
5. Dishes must be removed and re-installed by the owner, at the owner’s expense,
when roofing replacement is required to the owner’s home.
6. Dishes must not “hang over” or encroach onto a neighbor’s property, roof, walls, or
windows or block a neighbor’s window.
7. Dishes must not present an electrical hazard to neighboring homes.
8. Dishes must not have wires “draped” on the roof or side of the owner’s home.
9. Dishes cannot be installed in common areas and must not inhibit others from using
common areas or property.
10. Dishes must be mounted by a secure method so as not to cause damage to
surrounding homes or property by collapse.
11. Dishes must be for the exclusive use of the owner installing the dish and may not be
used in common with other neighbors.
12. Dishes and their installation must meet all local, state, and county codes that may
apply.
13. The owner of a dish will be required to sign an indemnification agreement agreeing to indemnify
and hold the Association harmless for any personal injury occurring to
other residents or Association personnel or for damages occurring to common
property or other residents; property from the installation and placement of the dish.
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14. If the current Federal regulations change in the future and satellite dish/antenna
installations are not allowed, then the Board of Directors has the right to require the current
homeowner to remove the dish/antenna at his or her own expense and return the area
where the installation was made to its previous condition.
15. If a satellite dish is installed without written approval from the Board of Directors, or
without adhering to the specifications, the schedule of fines that will be imposed by the
Board of Directors is as follows: First letter, written warning; second letter (after thirty
days), $50 fine; third letter (after an additional thirty days), $100 fine. If the situation
persists after the third notice, fines in the amount of $100 will be assessed to the owner’s
account every thirty days.
16. If you, as a homeowner, have already installed a satellite dish, and it does not comply with
these specifications, you have fourteen days from the date of this letter to make the
appropriate changes. If the changes are not made within those fourteen days, you will
receive the first written warning.
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c/o Star Property Management, Inc.
P.O. Box 772, Warrington, PA 18976-0772
(215)873-5100 * Fax (267) 483-5695 * starproperty@comcast.net
INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT
RE: SATELLITE DISH INSTALLATION
In conjunction with the installation of a satellite dish by the undersigned, the
undersigned does hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Country Crossing
Homeowners Association, Inc., its directors, the contracted management company,
officers, employees, of and from any claim or loss for personal injury or property
damage resulting from the installation, maintenance, placement, or removal of the
satellite dish owned by the undersigned and located on the undersigned's home.
INTENDING TO BE LEGALLY BOUND HEREBY, the undersigned does hereby execute this
Indemnification on the date indicated below.
SIGNATURE OF UNIT OWNER: ________________________________
UNIT ADDRESS: ___________________________________________
PRINTED NAME: ____________________________________
TODAY'S DATE: ___________________________
Please sign and return this form to the address at the top of the page.
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APPENDIX B
STORM DOOR SPECIFICATION
No other style will be permitted.
FULL GLASS STYLE FULL GLASS STYLE
Unit owners may install storm doors at their own expense. Doors may be white, almond, or
beige in color (to correspond with color trim on your house) and must be “full-view” in style, i.e.
the kick plate must not be more than 20” high and the top and side frames must not exceed 4”
in width. The glass must be tempered. Storm doors shall not be installed, altered, or replaced
except as approved in writing by the Board.
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APPENDIX C
DECK EXPANSION POLICY
Country Crossing’s community has eleven buildings that have basements and thus have
Decks attached to the backs of those units. Of the eleven buildings, seven of them have
standard basements and the remaining four have walkout basements. The following is a list
of the policies and procedures that each homeowner needs to follow when requesting an
expansion of his/her deck.
Wheatfield & Summerhill Models
To maintain the continuity of the development, decks should not exceed Eleven and a
half feet in width and not extend Twelve feet off the back of the units. For the Summerhill
units the decks cannot be extended past the back corner of the unit, which would make the
deck viewable from the front door of the unit. Steps added to the deck must stay in the
confines of the unit. Steps may be placed so that they go straight off the back of the unit, or
extend off toward the location of the concrete slab (if installed). Homeowners may not
substitute the square footage of the concrete slab for a larger deck. If a concrete slab was
not installed when the unit was built, then those homeowners may request the addition of a
ten feet wide by twelve feet long slab to the back of the unit. The location of any slab should
adhere to the current layout of slabs in the development.
Pinecrest I & Pinecrest II
All Pinecrest I & II units, who wish to extend their decks, will need to follow the
following guidelines. Deck can be extended an additional two feet eight inches, which will
extend the deck to the far side of the chimney. This will also continue to leave the air
condition unit free of obstructions. Due to the restrictions of the unit design, the concrete
slab may be increased or installed to the size of ten feet off the back of the unit to sixteen
feet wide, centering the slab in the back of the unit.
For all units wishing to extend the preexisting decks or modify an existing deck:
All deck expansion must continue with the present appearance of the preexisting
decks. These include the railings, posts beams and stairs. Stairs may be relocated from their
current location, but cannot be moved to exit off the side of the unit for the Summerhill
model. Decks being modified cannot change in style or color. All deck expansions must be
constructed out of pressure treated lumber and be stained with a natural color water sealer.
Colored stains, such as redwood, do not adhere to the color standard of the development,
and will not be approved. If any changes desired are not included in the deck expansion
guidelines, then the homeowner(s) must submit a written request to the Environmental
Review Board c/o the Board of Directors.
***NOTE: Homeowners with Walkout basements are excluded from extending their existing
decks.
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APPENDIX D
ARCHITECTURAL, LANDSCAPING, AND EXTERIOR CHANGES
REFERENCE LIST
Homeowners must obtain approval from the Board of Directors before undertaking
any type of architectural, landscaping, or exterior changes or any of the following:
Making any structural changes or alterations to the home that will be visible from the
exterior of the unit.
Erecting or altering any fences, decks, patios, or screening structures.
Installing or replacing any doors, windows, skylights, outside light fixtures, or any part of
the exterior of the home.
Adding plant material to an existing bed or enlarging any flower bed.
Removing or installing any decorative shrubbery or trees. Installation of new shrubbery
or trees must be kept a minimum of one foot in from the surrounding property lines.
Attaching, installing, or displaying any decorative items such as signs, statues, flags, or
trivets.
These requirements are designed to ensure basic uniformity, aesthetic acceptability, and
exterior attractiveness in the community. If in doubt of the need for an approval from the
Association, please fill out an application to ensure the changes or items are acceptable.
Please note that the Board has thirty days to respond to your request. It is
important that you take this turnaround time into consideration when submitting
your request.
Additional applications may be obtained by calling our Property Manager at Star Property
Management, at 215-873-5100 (starproperty@comcast.net).
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COUNTRY CROSSING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
c/o Star Property Management, Inc.
P.O. Box 772, Warrington, PA 18976-0772
(215)873-5100 * Fax (267) 483-5695 * starproperty@comcast.net *
countrycrossinghoa.net
APPENDIX E
EXTERIOR CHANGE REQUEST
Name of Unit Owner: ______________________ Date: _________________
Address: ____________________________________________________
Telephone (daytime): _______________ (Evening) ________________
E-mail Address: ________________________________
Please note that the Executive Board of Directors has thirty days to respond to your
request
Description of Proposed Changes or Modifications:
_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________
SKETCH: A sketch of the proposed Changes or Modifications must be drawn to scale
on a separate piece of paper, not less than 81/2" X 11" with all pertinent dimensions
noted.
Approval of the request is granted with the following conditions:
_____________________________________________________________
Request for approval is denied for the following reasons:
_____________________________________________________________
Board of Directors Authorized Signature: _______________ Date: ________
Following review and approval by the Executive Board of Directors, the homeowner is
responsible for obtaining any applicable permits from Warwick Township
Planning/Zoning Office located at 1733 Township Greene, Jamison, PA 18929 (215-
343-6100).
Note that your contactor is responsible for any damages to the common
areas. Approval of your request is valid up to six (6) months from the date of your
approval letter from the Executive Board of Directors.
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APPENDIX F
EXTERIOR PAINT COLORS
FRONT DOORS
Terra Cotta (MAB)
Midnight Blue (F&H)
EXTERIOR TRIM
Cream Color Jewitt (F&H)
White Color High Hide (F&H)
Clay Color Rock Hill (MAB)
All paints are F&H or MAB Semi-gloss
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APPENDIX G
EXTERIOR PAINTING SCHEDULE
In accordance with the Bylaws of the Homeowners Association, of which every homeowner is
a member, it is the responsibility of the Association to maintain the exterior portions of their
dwelling. In keeping with this, the Country Crossing Homeowners Association Board has
previously determined that each building will require repainting every five years. This will
help maintain the property value of your home as well as extend its life.
Due to the cold winter months, we understand that the most practical time for exterior
painting is between April and November.
COUNTRY CROSSING HOA PAINTING SCHEDULE – 2001-2018
Country Side Court – 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016
Holly Hill Court- 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016
Shannon Court- 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016
Tree Top Court- 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016
Julian Drive East- 2002, 2007, 2012, 2017
Rolling Green- 2002, 2007, 2012, 2017
Silver oak Court- 2002, 2007, 2012, 2017
White Pine Court- 2002, 2007, 2012, 2017
Birch Valley Court- 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018
Carrington Court- 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018
Oak Tree Court- 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018
Summerhill Court- 2003, 2008, 2013, 2018
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APPENDIX H
NOTE: SAMPLE ONLY
PLEASE PHOTOCOPY
COUNTRY CROSSING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION COMPLAINT FORM
COMPLAINANT INFORMATION:
NAME: _____________________________ DATE: ________________________
ADDRESS: __________________________ PHONE #: _____________________
SIGNATURE: ________________________
COMPLAINT ISSUED AGAINST: Check One:
NAME: _____________________________ General Complaint
ADDRESS: __________________________ Pet Policy Complaint
INCIDENT INFORMATION:
DATE OF OCCURRENCE: _______________ TIME OF OCCURRENCE: __________
WITNESSES (IF ANY):
NAME: _____________________________ ADDRESS: ____________________
NAME: _____________________________ ADDRESS: ____________________
SPECIFIC NATURE OF COMPLAINT_________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN:
DATE RECEIVED: ____________________ REVIEWED BY: ________________
NOTICE SENT TO HOMEOWNER: YES DATE: ___________ BY: _______
NO
The identity of the person making the complaint will be kept confidential when the first complaint is
issued. However, if a second complaint is filed and a fine is issued, the Board of Directors reserves
the right to contact you as a witness.
Mail to: COUNTRY CROSSING HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
P.O. Box 772, Warrington, PA 18976
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APPENDIX J
APPROVED FOUNDATION PLANTINGS FOR TOWN HOMES
(Goal: Plants & trees should be slow growing, green most of the year, easy to prune)
Approved shrubs to replace rows of shrubs located at the front
and sides of town homes:
WINTERGREEN BOXWOOD
WINTERJEM BOXWOOD
GREEN VELVET BOXWOOD
GREEN MOUNTAIN BOX WOOD
DWARF GOLD MOP CYPRESS
Accent Shrubs, not for rows:
HINO CRIMSON AZALEA
PLEASANT WHITE AZALEA
GIRARD FUSCIA PURPLE AZALEA
PINK TRADTION AZALEA
CRAPE MYRTLE
KNOCKOUT ROSES
JAPANESE GARDEN DWARF JUNIPERS
YAKU PRINCESS RHODODENDRON (shade required)
PJM RHODODENDRON (shade required)
GLOBASA SPRUCE
Accent upright shrubs, not for rows:
DWARF ALBERTA SPRUCE
EMERALD GREEN ARBORVITAE
WEEPING NORWAY SPRUCE
Accent Grasses, not for rows:
DWARF FOUNTAIN GRASS (HAMMELIN IS THE VARIETY)
MAIDENHAIR GRASS
Tree selection
KOUSA DOGWOOD
SNOW FOUNTAIN CHERRY
THREAD LEAF JAPANESE MAPLE
BLOOD GOOD JAPANESE MAPLE
PURPLE WEEPING BEECH
EMPORER JAPANESE MAPLES AND OTHER HYBRID VARIETIES
Perennials and Annual flowers
ALL VARIETIES ARE SUITABLE
The plants listed above are recommended but not required plantings for the community; please
submit an EXTERIOR CHANGE REQUEST FORM to the Board before changing your landscaping.
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c/o Star Property Management, Inc., P.O. Box 772, Warrington, PA 18976-0772
(215)873-5100 * Fax (267) 483-5695 * starproperty@comcast.net
DRIVEWAY RULES AND REGULATIONS
This correspondence is official notice that the Architectural Committee has set standards for driveways
that have been voted upon and approved by the Executive Board of Directors, to follow the directives of
the Declaration of Covenants*
The following standards listed below apply as of the date of this notice:
1. No cracks
Background information: Cracks in the driveway surface allow water penetration which breaks up
the driveway over time. Crack fill resolves this issue
2. No crumbled areas
Background information: The driveway must be a complete smooth surface from end to end.
Crumbling normally occurs along the edges of the driveway or close to the sidewalk
3. No sinkholes
Background information: The driveway must present as a smooth surface. Sinkholes may occur
anywhere in the driveway surface but often occur where the builder did not compact the soil under
the driveway surface. Or sinkholes may form along the adjacent sidewalk or garage threshold.
4. No worn surfaces where the asphalt top coat has worn away
Background Information: Wearing away of the asphalt top coat shortens the life of the driveway.
Driveways should be seal coated every two to five years, depending upon conditions such as sun
exposure, weathering and vehicle use. You will save hundreds of dollars if you maintain the
asphalt top coat of the driveway by seal coating on a regular basis
Declaration of Covenants, Page 12, section 6.2, b. and augmented by the Amendment to the
Declaration signed and dated October 17, 2000"…all ordinary maintenance and repairs necessary to
keep the exterior of units in good and orderly state of repair and cleanliness shall be performed by the
owners thereof. Such ordinary maintenance and repairs shall include but not be limited to
maintenance of roofs, plus siding, sidewalks, driveways, trees and shrubs, and replacement of turf
areas…"
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Gas and BBQ Grills- Proper Operation notes from the Warwick
Township Fire Marshal
This from the NFPA. “Position the grill well away from siding, deck railings and out
from under eaves and overhanging branches”. They don’t give a specific distance
from a combustible wall or material. 5’ is a reasonable distance.
(a) prohibits the use or storage of liquefied petroleum gas containers used for
barbecue cooking inside or on balconies above the first floor of any building or
structure used for habitation.
This includes 1-lb. propane containers attached to portable cooking grills.
Propane containers shall be located in areas where there is free air circulation, at
least 3 feet from building openings (such as windows and doors), and at least 5 feet
from air intakes of air conditioning and ventilating systems (NFPA 58 Appendix 1, fig.
1-1).
Under no circumstances may gas or charcoal grills be used on fire escapes
or fire escape balconies.
General Safety Tips
It always pays for consumers to be aware that following a few simple safety
precautions will help ensure that their outdoor cooking remains trouble-free and
enjoyable.
LP Grills are not permitted inside or on balconies above the first floor of any
building or structure used for habitation.
Always locate a barbecue away from any combustible wall.
Set up grill in an open area away from buildings, dry leaves or brush. Be aware
of the wind blowing sparks.
Propane and charcoal BBQ grills must only be used outdoors. If used indoors,
or in any enclosed spaces, such as tents, they pose both a fire hazard and the risk of
exposing occupants to toxic gases and potential asphyxiation.
Place grill on a level surface away from low hanging trees, deck railings, siding
or any combustible materials
It’s a good idea to keep a fire extinguisher within handy reach.
Use long handled barbecue tools and flame retardant mitts.
Do not wear loose clothing and watch for dangling apron strings and shirt tails.
NEVER leave children or pets unattended near a hot grill.
Place the grill a safe distance from lawn games, play areas and foot traffic.
Declare the entire grill area a "kid-free zone" until the grill has completely
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Put out several long-handled grilling tools to give the chef plenty of clearance
from heat and flames when flipping burgers.
Propane tanks should never be stored inside a home, garage, etc. The grill can
be stored inside, but not the tank. If the tank leaks, the hose fails or if there is a fire
and the tank becomes hot, there will be a serious explosion. Tanks should be stored
outside or in a detached shed.
Ed Pfeiffer, Fire Marshal
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