When you acquired title to your Punta Rassa Condo you automatically became a member of the Punta Rassa Condominium Association with all of the privileges and obligations of membership.   You are urged to become familiar with the condominium documents (the Articles of Incorporation, Declaration of Condominiums, and By Laws of the Association)  which you should have received at the closing of your purchase.  (These documents are not yet available on line, but will be added to this site when available in the required format)

The Rules and Regulations as approved by the Board of Directors at a Duly Noticed Meeting on July 12, 2000 are listed in their entirety in the next section, but the following headlined items are included for quick reference.   However, the actual Rules and Regulations are the final word.

Association Dues - You will receive quarterly billings for maintenance fees and occasional mailings regarding  business and other affairs of your Association. Information regarding business and other affairs of your Association will also be posted to this site.  Maintenance fees for 2007 are:

Electronic Payment of HOA Assessments form is now available from the Managers Office.  If you are interested in this form of payment please stop by the Managers office or call 239-466-9148

Applicability of Association Rules - The Condominium Association Rules and Regulations concerning parking, amenities and other aspects involved with your Association are included below.  If you Plan to rent your unit to a third party, please familiarize your tenants with these, as they pertain to owners as well as renters.

Voting Record - Multiple owners (two or more persons) or a corporate owner will need to submit a voter certificate form, which is the official record of who may vote on Association issues.  (Contact the property manager for a copy of the form).

Mortgages - The Association is required by law to maintain a record of any mortgage holder involved with your unit; we do not ask for any of the terms or the amount of the mortgage, only the name and address of the mortgagor.

Emergency Maintenance -  As required by our Documents, please provide a key to your unit to the maintenance supervisor or property manager for the purpose of pest control and emergency maintenance pertaining to care and preservation of the property.

Parking -  Permanent parking stickers should be displayed on the bottom left inside of the windshield.   temporary parking permits should be displayed on the dashboard.  All vehicles parked on Association property overnight or longer must have a clearly visible parking permit.  Parking availability varies from building to building, so make sure you know the regulations for your building.

Pets -  Keeping and care of pets are strictly regulated by Association rules and regulations.  Prior written approval from the Board of Directors is required, and the number and type of pets permitted is very limited. See Association Rules and Regulations for specifics.
 

Questions & Answers

Q. WHO HAS THE AUTHORITY TO VOTE A UNIT OF THE PRCA AND UNDER WHAT CIRCUMSTANCES?

A. Each unit owner is entitled to one vote for each unit owned. If title is held by more than one person or by a legal entity such as a corporation or partnership, only one titleholder or member of the legal entity shall cast the vote. A DESIGNATED VOTING CERTIFICATE must be signed and filed with PRCA by the owners or legal entity stating the name of the designated voter.

Q. HOW MAY A UNIT BE USED?

A. A unit may only be used as a residence and not for business or commercial purposes. Each unit may not house more than six persons. If the owner(s) decide to use the unit for rental purposes, the unit may not be rented for less than one month or thirty days, whichever is less. If a unit is being sold, or leased for at least four months, the contract or lease must be submitted to the Board of Directors of PRCA for the Board's approval.

Q. WHAT ARE THE MAINTENANCE FEES AT PRCA?

For 2007 the fees are:

Electronic Payment of HOA Assessments form is now available from the Managers Office.  If you are interested in this form of payment please stop by the Managers office or call 239-466-9148

Q. HOW ARE THE QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE FEES DETERMINED AND WHAT ARE THESE USED FOR?

A. The quarterly maintenance fee is based upon an operating budget adopted by the unit owners for the operation and maintenance of the Association.

Q. ARE THERE ANY CLAIMS AGAINST PRCA EXCEEDING $100,000.00 IN LIABILITY?

A. No

Q. IS THERE ANY SPECIAL CLUB FEE, OR OTHER FEES, REQUIRED IN ORDER TO USE THE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES OF PRCA BY A UNIT OWNER, OWNER'S GUEST, TENANT OR TENANT'S GUESTS?

A. No

Q. ARE THERE ANY RULES, REGULATIONS, OR BYLAWS WHICH PRCA HAS ADOPTED OF WHICH A PROSPECTIVE BUYER SHOULD BE AWARE?

A. Yes, see the rules and regulations and consult the Condominium By-Laws.

Q. ARE THERE ANY SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS PENDING OR ADOPTED FOR REPAIRS OR CAPITAL EXPENDITURES PAYABLE BY THE UNIT OWNERS?

A.   A special assessment for Building 1 was adopted on March 12, 2007 for a total of $6,597.00. A special assessment for Building 2 was adopted on March 12, 2007 for a total of $17,576.00.  A special assessment for Building 3 was adopted on March 12, 2007 for a total of $8079.00.  A special assessment for Building 4 was adopted on March 12, 2007  in the amount of $7003.00. 

Links to Additional Owner Information

State Statute and Florida State Regulatory Agencies provide guidance and regulations for condominium ownership and management.  Some of these provisions allow individual condominium associations to adopt alternative procedures for various aspects of condominium management.  In those cases, the alternatives adopted by your association take precedence.  Some pamphlets published by the State Department of Business and Professional Regulation are accessible at the links below. (PDF format).

CONDOMINIUM UNIT OWNER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CONDOMINIUM LIVING IN FLORIDA

DISASTER PLANNING GUIDELINES FOR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATIONS

OFFICIAL RECORDS OF OUR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION

ELECTING YOUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASK QUESTIONS (FAQ)