PET REGISTRATION
The Association allows pets to reside in its building. In order to ensure that the building remains “pet-friendly” it is imperative that pet owners ensure a “people-friendly” atmosphere. That means that each pet owner must be considerate of other residents regarding issues of pet noise, odor, and sanitation, and be sensitive to the safety and personal concerns of their neighbors.
Equally important, all residents must realize that by living in a building that allows pets, they must tolerate reasonable evidence of those pets.
Because it is impractical for the Association to police all pet activities at all times, it is up to each pet owner to be responsible for his or her pet’s actions. And it is advisable for pet owners to make sure other pet owners are being good citizens. If there is a general pet-caused problem, whether covered by the rules or not, and there are no identifiable offenders, Management and the Board will take steps to solve the problem. These steps could include more restrictions and/or higher fees, which would affect many more pet owners than those who are the real offenders.
On the other hand, if an identifiable pet is causing a problem or is in violation of pet rules or restrictions, Management and the Board have the right to take steps with that pet’s owner to solve the problem or to remove the pet from the premises.
General Restrictions and Pet Registration
1. Dogs, cats, birds, fish, and household pets of any color or size are allowed. Wild animals, farm animals, insects, and poisonous creatures are not permitted.
2. No more than two dogs or cats (or one dog and one cat) are permitted per unit.
3. Exceptions to restrictions 1, 2, and 3 are made only for seeing-eye dogs used by legally blind individuals, for “helper” animals used by handicapped individuals, and for any specific animal registered with the Management office on the day the Board of Directors approves and distributes these rules.
4. Dogs and cats must be registered in the Management Office within two weeks of move-in or pet acquisition. A pet owner may choose to register other types of pets (such as a bird) so that if an animal gets loose in the building, it could be identified and returned.
5. Registration consists of providing information, signing a Pet Registration Agreement, and paying a registration fee.
6. Any pet owner who is not also the unit owner must bring along permission in writing from the unit owner to keep a pet in the unit (this may be part of the lease). A copy of this permission will be kept on file.
7. Dog owners are required to bring their dogs with them to be registered.
8. An identification tag will be issued to each dog at the annual registration. The tags will be a different color each year.
9. Registration is not transferable to another animal.
10. A registration fee of $150 per dog is payable at the time of registration or renewal. Fees are based on the wear and tear to common elements and the additional management, cleanup, and waste-handling time caused by animals. The schedule of pet registration fees and the fines for pet rule violations are determined by the Board. Fees are reviewed annually during the budget process or as needed.
11. Anyone who violates the pet rules shall be subject to any and all remedies available to the Board under the Declaration, including, without limitation, the levying of a fine in an amount the Board deems reasonable and appropriate.
12. The schedule of pet registration fees and the fines for pet rule violations are determined by the Board. Fees are reviewed annually during the budget process or as needed.
13. All pets must wear their identification tags when they are outside of the units in which they reside and are on the property.
14. Pets are restricted to their unit and to transit through the following common areas only: hallways, freight elevator, stairwells, and service areas. While transiting through any common area, pets’ movements must be controlled – they must be on a leash, in a carrier, or in a cage.
15. Pets may not be allowed to loiter in the lobby.
16. If a pet has an accident, soiling a common area, the pet owner must either clean it up immediately or report it to maintenance.
17. Owners must pick up their dog’s solid waste from the grounds immediately surrounding the building including but not limited to the parkways on Maple Street and the alley. It must be disposed of appropriately. Owners must also take care to see that pets do not urinate on the exterior of the building, including the balconies and the immediate exterior adjacent to the alley and sidewalks. This causes unsightly stains and deterioration of the surface, and unpleasant odors.
18. Cat and bird owners should ensure that litter is changed often to avoid odor and ensure that it is wrapped and tied securely in a plastic garbage bag before depositing it in the trash chute. (SEE WASTE DISPOSAL) Never pour litter down the plumbing drains.
19. Pet owners must ensure that their pet does not make any prolonged noise – barking, crying, meowing, chirping, or such – that disturbs neighbors, or leaks into the common areas.
20. Pets must not be allowed to jump on, bite, or in any way harm or intimidate any person or any other pet.
21. If a pet causes damage to a common area, the pet owner must report it to the management office. The pet owner will be billed for repairs.
Visiting pets are under the same restriction and rules of behavior as resident’s pets. A resident who accepts a visiting pet takes full responsibility for the animal’s actions. A visiting pet that is on the premises on a regular or continuing basis or for an extended period (more than two weeks) must be registered in the management office.
A copy of the Pet Registration Form can be made available by the Management Office within 24 hours to any Unit Owner or authorized agent of a Unit Owner, or resident. To request a copy you can contact the office at 312-482-9793, or stop by at 111 West Maple. If you need help or if you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact the building manager at 312-482-9793.
Upon completion the form can be faxed to 312-482-9795, or dropped off in the Management Office.
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