Welcome to Paraiso
Our goal is to make Paraiso a family-oriented, safe, and enjoyable community for all of our residents. In order to maintain the standards of the community, we have developed an easy to navigate set of Rules and Regulations. Please check them often for updates, come to board meetings to help make your community a better place, and reach out should you have any questions. Generally speaking, Paraiso Rules and Regulations either mirror or are close to many that you will find throughout Palm Beach County and surrounding neighborhoods.
PARAISO COMMUNITY RULES & REGULATIONS
Board Review – Redline Style Revision
SECTION 1 – GENERAL ENFORCEMENT / RESPONSIBILITY
[NEW] Added Community Responsibility & Enforcement LanguageAdded Language:
All homeowners, tenants, occupants, family members, guests, invites, and visitors are required to comply with these Rules and Regulations at all times. Homeowners are responsible for the actions of their tenants, family members, guests, invitees, and visitors.
Failure to comply may result in notice of violation, fines, suspension of privileges, reimbursement charges, towing, booting, or other enforcement action as permitted by the Association’s governing documents and applicable law.
Why this was added: This gives the HOA a stronger basis to enforce rules against:
Guests, Renters, Children, Visitors, Damage caused by non-owners
SECTION 2 – PARKING
[EXISTING] Parking Rules You already had: Street parking restrictions, Grass parking prohibition[REVISED] Cleaned Up Version
Street Parking: No parking is permitted on the street during overnight hours. Overnight is defined as 2:00 A.M. through 6:00 A.M. Any vehicle parked on the street during overnight hours is subject to booting and/or towing at the owner’s expense.
Grass Parking: No parking is permitted on grass anywhere in the community, including on your own property. Homeowners are responsible for the actions of their guests and visitors. Violations are subject to fines and enforcement action.
What changed: No major policy change. Just made it read cleaner and more enforceable
SECTION 3 – TRASH / RECYCLING / YARD WASTE
[EXISTING] Trash & Recycling rules you already had: Trash bins must be put away; Yard waste timing requirements with Possible fines for violations[REVISED] Clarified Wording with Updated Language
Garbage and recycling bins must be brought out of sight the evening of garbage pickup.
Trash receptacles visible from the street will be considered not properly stored.
Landscape trimmings handled by a landscaping company must be removed by that company. Landscape trimmings or yard waste placed curbside by a homeowner may not be placed out before 3:00 P.M. on Wednesday. Yard waste placed out before the permitted time may result in fines/ billing for pickup arranged by the Association.
What changed: No real new rule, just cleaner wording and clearer enforcement.
SECTION 4 – LANDSCAPING / PROPERTY APPEARANCE
[EXISTING] Landscaping Rule You already had: Lawns must be manicured; Edging maintained; Flower beds symmetrical; Landscaping cannot block windows[REVISED] Expanded for Better Enforcement with updated Language
All lawns must be well-manicured and as free of weeds as possible.
Lawn edging must be maintained. Flower beds must be kept clean, symmetrical, and aesthetically maintained. Overgrown landscaping must be cut back and properly maintained. Landscaping may not obstruct or cover windows facing the roadway.
Violations are subject to notice, fines, and enforcement action.
[NEW] Added Front Yard Appearance Rule Added Language:
The front of each home must be maintained in a clean and visually acceptable condition at all times. Failure to properly maintain the front lawn, landscaping, or visible exterior areas of the property may result in: Courtesy notice, Violation letter, Fines, and additional enforcement as permitted by the Association.
Why this was added: This strengthens the HOA’s ability to address ugly front yards,
neglected curb appeal, visually poor maintenance even if it doesn’t fit only “landscaping”.
SECTION 5 – PALM TREE MAINTENANCE
[NEW] Added Palm Tree Maintenance Rule Added Language:
Palm trees located on the property, especially those in the front of the home, must be maintained and cleaned at all times. Dead fronds, hanging debris, and overgrown or unmaintained palm trees are not permitted. If a homeowner fails to maintain the palm trees after proper notice, the Association may arrange for the work to be completed by the Association’s landscaping or maintenance vendor, where permitted. The homeowner may be: billed for the cost of service, assessed applicable charges and/or fines, Charges may be added to the homeowner’s Association account.
Why this was added: This is a completely new rule you requested for front palm tree trimming, cleanliness, HOA self-help maintenance option, and charging homeowner back.
SECTION 6 – CHANGES TO PROPERTY / ARB
[EXISTING] Changes to Property. You already had ARB approval required for:painting
driveways
landscaping
fencing
windows
doors
garage doors
[REVISED] Cleaned Up Updated Language
All exterior modifications or changes to a property require ARB approval prior to any work being started. If ARB approval has not been granted prior to the work being completed, the homeowner may be required to remove, reverse, or correct the unauthorized work at their own expense.
What changed: No real policy change. Stronger and more formal wording
SECTION 7 – FENCING
[EXISTING] Fence Rule You already had: Wooden fences needing repair must be replaced with white PVC. No exceptions. ARB approval required[REVISED] Minor Cleanup Only. No major change.
SECTION 8 – DRIVEWAYS
[EXISTING] Driveway Rule You already had: Asphalt driveways repaired/replaced. Concrete cleaned/stain free. Pavers cleaned and weed free[REVISED] Clarified Formatting. No real rule change.
SECTION 9 – PETS
[EXISTING] Pet Rule You already had: Leash requirement. Pick up after pets. Waste station reminder.[REVISED] Cleaner Legal Formatting. No major rule change.
SECTION 10 – FRONT GATE
[EXISTING] Front Gate Damage Rule You already had: Residents must advise guestsGate arm damage charge = minimum $560 charge placed on homeowner account if property identified.
[REVISED] Cleaner Enforcement Language. Updated Language.
Tailgating through the gate is prohibited. Visitors or residents who damage a gate arm will be charged a minimum of $560.00. If the vehicle can be associated with a specific property, the charge will be placed on the homeowner’s account.
What changed: Added tailgating language. Slightly stronger wording.
SECTION 11 – VEHICLE TRANSPONDERS
[EXISTING] Vehicle Transponder Rule You already had: Only vehicles registered to community can purchase transponders available through Campbell Property Management. Registration required. Vehicle must be present[NEW / REVISED] Expanded Transponder Suspension Rule. Added Language
If a homeowner’s account is not in good standing, resident side-entry transponder privileges may be suspended, subject to governing documents and applicable law.
This may include but is not limited to: past-due HOA fees, unpaid assessments, outstanding fines. Unpaid maintenance charges or other charges posted to the account
If suspended: the resident may still enter the community through the guest entrance
resident-side transponder access will only be restored when the account is fully current and in good standing and will incur a $25 reactivation fee payable to the Association.
Why was this added: This is one of your major new enforcement additions. This did not exist in your current written rules.
SECTION 12 – HOA FEES / DELINQUENT ACCOUNTS
[NEW] Added Delinquent HOA Dues Rule. Added Language
All homeowners are required to keep their HOA account current. If HOA dues, assessments, or any other charges are not paid and up to date, the homeowner’s resident access privileges may be suspended. Access through the guest entrance may remain available until the account is brought up current.
Why this was added: This is a new rule you specifically requested: if dues are behind
resident side access gets suspended, but guest entrance is still usable.
SECTION 13 – FINES / OUTSTANDING BALANCES
[NEW] Added Fine Payment / Access Suspension Rule. Added Language.All fines, charges, and assessments placed on a homeowner’s account must be paid in full.
If fines remain active and unpaid, the homeowner’s resident side-entry transponder may be suspended. To reactivate resident-side access: all fines and charges must be paid in full
the homeowner’s account must be current and in good standing. No outstanding payments remain due. A $25 r reactivation fee is made payable to the Association.
Why this was added: This is another brand new enforcement rule you asked to include.
This gives the board a written rule for: unpaid fines, transponder suspension, reinstatement requirements.
SECTION 14 – LEASES
[EXISTING] Lease Rule Already existed. No real policy change.
SECTION 15 – PAINTING
[EXISTING] Painting Rule. Already existed. No real policy change beyond cleaner formatting.
SECTION 16 – COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
[EXISTING] Commercial Vehicle Rule. Already existed. No major policy change.
SECTION 17 – MOVING IN / PODS / TRUCKS
[EXISTING] Moving Rule already existed. No major change.
SECTION 18 – GATHERINGS / PARTIES
[EXISTING] Noise / Party Rule already existed. No major change.
SECTION 19 – POOL AREA / CHILD SUPERVISION
[NEW] Added Child Supervision Rule for Pool Added Language.No child under the age of sixteen (16) is permitted in the pool area without the supervision of an adult. For purposes of this rule, an adult is defined as eighteen (18) years of age or older. Any child found unsupervised in the pool area may be asked to leave immediately.
Why this was added: This is a completely new safety rule requested by the board.
SECTION 20 – POOL / TOT LOT USE & CONDUCT
[NEW] Added Pool / Tot Lot Conduct Rule. Added Language.The pool area and tot lot are intended for the enjoyment of residents and their guests only.
The following are prohibited: horseplay, rough or unsafe behavior, vandalism, damage to equipment or Association property. Misuse of pool or tot lot facilities.
Added Enforcement Language: If a resident, member of the household, or guest is found violating these rules, access to the pool area and/or tot lot may be suspended for thirty (30) days. The residents and their guests will not be permitted to use those amenities during the suspension period. If violations continue or repeated misconduct occurs, access may be revoked for an extended period or permanently, subject to the Association’s enforcement process. For chairs not returned to their original location at the pool, a $10 fine per chair will be added to the owner’s account who failed to return the chair back to its original location.
Why this was added: This is one of the most important new amenity enforcement rules you asked to add.
SECTION 21 – NEW OWNER / MOVE-IN NOTICE
[EXISTING / REFORMATTED] You already had:Upon closing and moving in, you must send an email to PARAISOBOCA@GMAIL.COM
[REVISED] Cleaner Formatting. No policy change.
SECTION 22 – ASSOCIATION ENFORCEMENT
[NEW] Added General Enforcement Clause. Added LanguageThe Association may enforce these Rules and Regulations through any lawful means available under the governing documents and applicable law, including but not limited to:
courtesy notices, violation letters, hearings, fines, suspension of common area privileges,
suspension of resident , devices/transponders, self-help maintenance remedies where authorized, reimbursement charges, towing and booting, and legal action. These Rules and Regulations may be amended from time to time by the Association.
Why this was added: This is a very important board-level protection clause and should absolutely stay in the final version.
SUMMARY OF WHAT WAS ACTUALLY ADDED
Brand-New Rules Added. These were not clearly in your current rules before:
Homeowner responsibility for guests / tenants / family
Front yard aesthetic maintenance rule
Palm tree maintenance rule
HOA may arrange palm maintenance and charge owner
Resident transponder suspension for unpaid HOA dues
Resident transponder suspension for unpaid fines
Guest-side access only until account is current
Pool rule: no child under 16 without adult supervision
Adult defined as 18+
Unsupervised children may be asked to leave
Pool / tot lot resident & guest use rule
Horseplay / vandalism / equipment misuse rule
30-day suspension for pool / tot lot violations
Possible permanent amenity revocation for repeat violations
General HOA enforcement clause
Tailgating language at gate
BOARD REVIEW NOTES (IMPORTANT)
These are the rules the board should specifically review with legal / management:
These are the most sensitive enforcement items:
Suspending resident transponders for unpaid dues
Suspending resident transponders for unpaid fines
HOA arranging palm trimming and charging back
30-day / permanent suspension of pool and tot lot access
Booting / towing language
Guest entrance only access
Fee for transponder reactivation after suspension
Fee for not returning pool chairs back to their original location