EL MATADOR CONDOMINIUM HOUSE RULES AND SERVICES

1. Singles must be 25 or older to rent any unit at El Matador
2. Only owners and their houseguests (while the owners are present) will be permitted animals on the premises. Animals must be kept on a leash at all times and walked to the animal walk area located along the outside of the east wall. State Law prohibits animals on the beaches. Stools must be removed from grassy areas.
3. ALL VEHICLES MUST: (1) Display identification that includes an appropriate control number at all times while on the premises. (2) Park only within the outlined parking spaces. (3) Obey speed limit of 10 mph. Vehicles not complying will be towed in accordance with Florida State Statute 715.07.
4. RVs, including motor homes, boats, trailers, etc. will be allowed to park next to the south end of Building One at the rear gate. The vehicle must fit within the boundaries of a single parking space. Parking shall be limited to one (1) day within any two (2) week period. Commercial-type trucks, truck tractors, or buses will not be permitted to park within the premises except while engaged in loading or unloading operations or engaged in work.
5. Mopeds and motorcycles will be parked in spaces at the guard gate and may be used only to enter and to exit the complex. The owner will provide a pad at least 4” in diameter under the kickstand of the moped or motorcycle.
6. Skateboards and electric motor scooters are not permitted at any time on the premises. Bicycles, roller blades and roller skates may be used only on paved roads or parking areas, at the risk of the user. Helmets are required at all times.
7. Items may not be left on the covered walkways. Covered walkways should be clear at all times.
8. Towels, clothing or other items shall not be hung or displayed on any balcony or walkway railings.
9. Grocery and luggage carts shall be returned to lobbies to which assigned after use. Use is limited to twenty (20) minutes. Carts should never to be taken inside units.
10. Elevators and lobbies shall not be used for games, racing or horseplay. Parents and/or unit assigned adults (renters, guests, etc.) will be responsible for any damage.
11. Do not litter. Please place trash in containers provided.
12. All garbage must be put into plastic garbage bags and tied securely before placing any garbage into the garbage chutes. Garbage chutes are located at the end of each floor by the stairwells.
13. Loud music, noisy parties, etc. must not disturb other occupants at any time. Quiet hours are from 11 PM to 8 AM. Hammering, power sanding, drilling, etc., are not permitted between the hours of 6 PM and 8 AM.
14. Weapons of any kind or fireworks shall not be discharged on the premises.
15. Entry keys for each condo, balcony storeroom, and walkway storeroom must be on file in the Association Office. This is required by the Declaration of Condominium. The keys will be used for emergencies only. Anyone locked out after hours will be charged a fee of $50 to gain entry.
16. Assignments of walkway storerooms to owners are on a first-come, first-served basis to units that occupy that same building. These storerooms do not transfer with the sale of a condo. To have a storeroom in a building, you must own a unit in that building. The Board will levy rates for use of utilities in the storerooms. Only one storeroom may be assigned to a condo.
17. All owners, renters and guests must provide the Security officers at the gate with names and approximate time of arrivals for expected guests. Renters/leasers must notify the Association Office if six or more guests are expected on the premises. Guests may not be permitted to enter if the resident has not made prior arrangements or the Security officer is unable to contact the resident by phone.
18. All residents must notify the Security officer at the gate when the unit is to be occupied overnight for Security and utility checks.
19. Okaloosa Island ordinances prohibit the use of liquid starter fluid for BBQ grills on balconies or patios or close to any of the buildings. The only grills allowed on balconies are electric grills or small propane (Coleman) grills. Gas, electric or charcoal energized grills may be used if there is an electric starter. Use of any grills over grassy area is prohibited. Do not dispose of charcoal briquettes on grass or in planted areas. Immerse all charcoal in water before placing in a plastic container and into trash chutes or dumpsters. El Matador BBQ grills are to be used on the concrete decking. Do not move El Matador grills from where they are stationed. You should not grill on boardwalks or on the beaches.
20. Playing catch, Frisbee or other similar sports and games shall be limited to the grassy area between Buildings 1 and 2. No such activities should be conducted that will encroach on the privacy of patios or that will create a dangerous situation. Any damage to property or personal injury is the responsibility of the participants. Water balloons are absolutely not allowed at any time on the property.
21. All vehicles must STOP at the gatehouse unless waved through. Speeding through this area is dangerous and will not be tolerated.
22. Guests and visitors under the ages of 18 are not permitted to loiter on the property after 11 PM without parental/guardian supervision.
23. No Owner, guest, renter, or family member shall, while on condominium property, feed any wild animals/wild life, including, without limitation, birds, gulls, rodents, or coyotes, nor shall any owner, guest, renter or family member leave food or garbage unattended in any location where it may attract such animals.
24. Unit owners, guests, renters, and/or family members who violate these rules or who violate any provisions of the Condominium’s Governing Documents, may be fined or may have their right to use the condominium common elements and common facilities suspended by the Association. Unit Owners may be fined or have their use rights in the common elements and common facilities suspended for the actions of their guests, renters, and family members. All fining shall be in accord with the RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING FINING/SUSPENSION COMMITTEE (“COMPLIANCE COMMITTEE”) AND CREATING FINING/SUSPENSION PROCEDURES adopted by the board at its meeting held on August 20, 2016.

RECREATION BUILDING The Recreation Building includes the following facilities. Located on the first floor are the Fitness Center, separate men’s and women’s whirlpools and saunas, and a meeting area. Located on the second floor are an additional meeting room and a library/meeting room. Please note that the meeting rooms are available on a reservation basis only.

1. The Recreation Building is open from 7 AM to 11 PM.
2. Animals are not permitted in the Recreation Building.
3. Running and horseplay is not permitted. Roller skates, blades or any other riding apparatus is not permitted in the Recreation Building.
4. Consumption of alcoholic beverages by anyone under the age of 21 is prohibited in the Recreation Building. Persons violating this law are subject to action by the Florida Highway Patrol and/or the Okaloosa County Sheriff.
5. The Recreation Building is a non-smoking area.
6. Any damage to any items, furnishings, or equipment within this building will be the responsibility of the persons who have caused the damage. Cost of replacements or repairs will be charged at the time of damage. El Matador Condominium Association holds the right to prosecute any offenders.
7. EL MATADOR CONDOMINIUMS HAS 24-HOUR CAMERA SURVEILLANCE.

Whirlpool and Sauna

1. USE OF THIS FACILITY SHALL BE AT THE RISK OF THE USER.
2. All persons should shower before entering.
3. Smoking, drinking or eating is not permitted.
4. Persons under the age of 21 years old are not allowed unless they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Please note that the use whirlpools could pose severe health risks to young children.
5. This facility will be locked at all times. Adults may obtain a key from the Security gate with a deposit. The keys may not be kept overnight. They should be returned to the Security gate within one hour.

Fitness Center

1. Use of this facility is limited to persons who are over 21 years of age.

2. USE OF THIS FACILTY SHALL BE AT THE RISK OF THE USER.
   

3. Smoking, eating or drinking are not permitted.
4. If persons are waiting to use a machine that you are on, a 30-minute time limit will be observed.

Meeting Rooms

1. Two rooms are available for meetings and social gatherings. The Lounge is located on the first floor of the Recreation Building. The Fiesta Room is located on the second floor of the Recreation Building. These rooms are by reservation only.
2. The Lounge is limited to 40 persons. The Fiesta Room is limited to 120 persons.
3. Reservations for these rooms must be scheduled in advance in the Association Office. Certain deposits and fees may be required.

Swimming Pools

1. Pools will be open from 8 AM to 11 PM. Pools are used at the risk of the user. No lifeguard is on duty. The pool areas are closed to all persons from the hours of 11 PM to 8 AM. Diving is prohibited. Smoking inside the pool water or by edges of pools is prohibited.
2. All persons should shower before entering the pool water.
3. Swimsuits are required. Babies and small children should wear swim diapers.
4. Floats, rafts, surfboards, Frisbee-throwing or other activities that interfere with swimming are prohibited.
5. Bottles and glass containers of any kind are prohibited in the pool areas. Only non-breakable containers are allowed.
6. Waste materials must be placed in suitable containers.
7. Running or horseplay is prohibited.
8. Animals are not permitted.
9. Children must be under adult supervision at all times.
10. No radios or other sound-emitting devices are permitted unless used with earphones.
11. Pool furniture must not be removed from pool areas and must be kept behind the red safety line.

Tennis Courts

1. Courts are open from 8 AM to 11 PM. The courts are closed to all persons from the hours of 11 PM to 8 AM.
2. Only athletic sneakers are allowed on courts. Bare feet, roller blades or anything other than sneakers are not permitted on courts. 3. The tennis courts are for tennis playing only.
3. A sign-up sheet will be utilized to reserve the courts during peak occupancy or as determined by the manager. Reservations by name and condo number must be made in advance on the sign-up sheet by guests or owners. The reservation sheet will be posted in the Recreation Building on the bulletin board, at 3 PM daily, if we have need to pre-reserve tennis courts. No phone reservations will be accepted.
4. Use of the courts is limited to one hour, per condo, per day unless the courts are not otherwise scheduled.
5. Anyone arriving 15 or more minutes late will lose their reservation time unless the courts are not in use.
6. Animals are not permitted.
7. No one other than scheduled players, coaches, or other officials is allowed inside the fenced area.
8. Food is not permitted within the fenced area. Drinks are allowed only in unbreakable containers. Furniture is not permitted inside the fenced area.

Basketball Backboard A single basketball backboard is located next to the tennis courts. The basketball area is available for use between 8 AM and dark. This facility will be used on a first come, first-served basis. Usage will be limited to 30 minutes if others are waiting.

Coin-Operated Laundry Service There are coin-operated washers and dryers on each floor. The Security gate has change. The Association is not responsible for lost or stolen items left unattended in the laundry areas. Please remove your laundry promptly.

Soft Drink Service Vending machines for soft drinks are located in the Recreation Building on the first floor and also located at the Gulf Pool house.

Mail Service Mail drops are located in each building lobby.