General 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Residents are allowed to hang only the American Flag from their balconies.  The flag cannot be any larger than 3 feet by 5 feet.  

 

 

 

Gas propane grills are permitted on patio balconies.  Residents should have a fire extinguisher stored nearby in their respective patio closet in case of a fire incident.  

 

 

 

Day guests are those visitors/guests staying for just the day.  Resident house guests are those visitors/guests who will be remaining in your unit, with or without you being there, for several days or an extended period of time.  Unit owners assume full responsibility for the conduct of their guests and shall be responsible for adhering to all rules and regulations..  

 

 

 

 

Owners that will not occupy their units for 21 consecutive days or more must notify United Property Associates of their plan to be away for an extended period of time (particularly those owners of second homes located out of the area).   It is critical that owners set their thermostat no lower than 65 degrees during the winter months - November 1 through April 1 - to prevent the freezing of pipes in their unit.  In addition, the owners must provide UPA with a "point of contact" that has a key and can provide access to the unit in case of an emergency.   Owners are responsible to relay this important information to renters as well.   

 

 

Residents/tenants are encouraged to pour a cup of distilled white vinegar down their AC condensate line in the mechanical room each month during spring/summer/fall to help keep mold and sediment from clogging the line.  Another option is to use a drain defense solution to keep pipes clear.  Please do not use bleach - it is corrosive and may damage your equipment.  This task needs to be performed monthly - especially during our hot and humid season when the unis are working hard.  If you do not perform this basic maintenance regularly, mold and sediment will build up in side your drain line and not allow it to properly drain.   For an easy reminder, plan on performing this necessary maintenance the 1st day of each month - add it to your electronic calendar.  If your condensate drain becomes blocked, water will back up into your condo causing damage to your baseboards, floor and sub-floor.  Then the water will migrate to your neighbors' units adjacent and below you causing ceiling and floor damage.  This preventive measure will save potentially thousands of dollars of damage not to mention the inconvenience the flood will cause you and your neighbors.  For further information, contact your HVAC contractor or plumber.  

 

 

 

There are two internet providers for Ocean Shore Condominiums.  Contact the provider of your choice for internet services: 

 

          Cox Communications                                        Verizon/Verizon Fios

          cox.com                                                                   fiosverizon.com

          1-757-389-5080                                                       1-844-435-2318

 

 

 

Consider giving a neighbor a key to your unit so, in case of an emergency, this provides a better chance that a neighbor and/or Board member can gain access if a resident cannot be reached in a timely manner. 

 

 

 

Residents and guests shall exercise extreme care in making noises or using musical instruments, radios, televisions, amplifiers or other noise producing instruments that may disturb other residents.  No such device shall be operated outside of a unit or on any general common area including balconies, pool deck area or the parking area.  While not specifically addressed in the Bylaws, the Board considers wind chimes to be included in the list of musical items. 

 

 

 

No unit owner is permitted on the roof of their building or in the attics.  Only professional contractors are allowed on the roof and in attics for emergency repairs and maintenance.   Work on the roofs and the attics of buildings is not authorized unless approved by the Board of Directors.  All unit owners must submit an ARB Architectural Review by Board Application for approval.   

 

 

Sliding Glass Doors 

 

The Anderson door latch assembly on our sliding glass doors can be ordered online at the following: 

 

        www.windowparts.com            A2573609   Thumb latch

                                                     A2562123   Reach out lock/receiver 

 

 

Virginia state law requires the installation of smoke alarms in all units.  Residents/tenants should check their smoke alarms on a regular basis - including the installation of new batteries. 

 

 

 

Smoking is only allowed inside individual owners' units and patio balconies.  Smoking is NOT allowed in the common elements of the Ocean Shore community including elevators, stairwells and elevator breezeways.  Smoking is NOT allowed anywhere on the common grounds of Ocean Shore property.  In addition, contractors are NOT allowed to smoke on Ocean Shore property.  Residents are responsible for ensuring that their respective contractors DO NOT SMOKE ON OCEAN SHORE PROPERTY.       

 

 

 

Water leaks must be addressed immediately when discovered.  They rarely resolve themselves and normally get worse over time.  In addition to causing damage to your unit, water leaks may also damage your neighbor's unit or a common area of the property.  It is highly recommended that residents purchase water detectors/alarms for their units.  These inexpensive items will let you know if there is a problem in places like the washing machine, water heater or a bathroom that is not frequently used.   An ounce of prevention may preclude major problems for you and your neighbors.  

 

 

 

Residents who determine that their window screens and frames are in need of replacement can contact Andersen Windows directly and have them shipped directly, in lieu of going through a building contractor and/or home improvement store.   Click on the hyper-links below to order directly from Andersen Windows.   If you are not comfortable ordering online, you can call Andersen Windows at 757-214-6228 and place your order.

 

Below is the LARGE screen that is used for all of the condo windows with the exception of the small kitchen window in the end units:

 

 

Below is the SMALL screen that is used in the kitchen window for all of the end units:

 

 

There is a local contractor, Brian Cobb, who owns No Streaking Window Cleaner, who works on Ocean Shore property washing windows.   He will replace window screens, upon request.   His office number is 757-473-9274.   His cell number is 757-339-9274.  

 

 

 

All draperies, binds, curtains or other window treatments visible from the exterior of each unit shall be white or off white in color.

The Ocean Shore Condominium Association website highlights important information for residents' review and convenience pertaining to building compliance, rules and regulations, and required forms and applications. The Association's legal documents and amendments, however, take precedence if there is ever a discrepancy.