2025 POOL RULES AND REGULATIONS

SPRING LAKES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

2025 POOL RULES AND REGULATIONS

The goals of these rules is to ensure the safety and well-being of all pool users.

The following rules constitute the current requirements governing the use, operation, and availability of the Spring Lakes swimming pool. These rules are for the safety and protection of all residents and their guests. Failure to follow these rules may result in immediate removal from the pool and pool privileges may be suspended. These rules may be amended at any time. Hours of operation for the pool will be posted outside of the pool/bathhouse area.

PERMITTED USERS AND ENTRY:

1. The lifeguards will control entry to the pool. Entry will be restricted when the pool is at its occupancy load of 137. Guest may bring their own chair.

2. Each household will be allowed 4 guests. This number may be revised from time to time. Residents are required to ensure their guest(s) are aware of and adhere to all pool rules.

3. Only you and your household members are allowed to register for pool passes. You must be enrolled in the pool pass system, Cell Badge, in order to enter the pool. Passes may be authorized to non residents on a case by case basis.

4. The lifeguards or staff members of the Pool management company may prohibit and revoke pool passes for any unsafe, inappropriate or disruptive behavior. All pool patrons must adhere to their direction.

5. Children five and under or any non- proficient swimmers (anyone who lacks the skills to swim effectively without assistance or is dependent on floatation aids) MUST be within arms reach of a parent or guardian at all times while in the pool.

6. Non-lap swimmers should take caution to not interfere or cause to interfere with individuals swimming laps in the lap lane (lane farthest away from the parking lot).

7. Children ages 14 and younger MUST be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult (an adult is defined as a qualified, responsible member of the community or their designate, 18 years of age or older) while in the pool enclosure or pool clubhouse.

8. Children 15, 16 and 17 years old may be admitted to the pool unaccompanied provided they demonstrate good swimming skills and are well-behaved.

9. Lifeguards have the right to conduct a swimming test to ensure swimming ability of anyone using the pool.

10. Lifeguards have the right to reject or refuse admission to individuals who violate these rules or pose a safety risk.

11. Admittance to the pool will be denied and pool passes revoked for any homeowner or their tenant who is not in good standing with the Association. This includes those who: (a) are delinquent (60 days past due) on their assessment payment, (b) have been cited for a failure to follow the covenants requirements of the Association, including failure to maintain their home, parking violations, failing to request approval from the HOA for an architectural modification to their home or lot or (c) other HOA non resolved violation(s).

12. All residents and their guests must sign-in and sign-out with the lifeguard. Guests must be accompanied at all times by the resident while in the pool area.

13. Entry will be denied to anyone with any of the following conditions: Covid symptoms, communicable diseases, wearing bandages, skin abrasions, coughs, colds, severely enflamed eyes, infections, open sores, excessive sunburn, or nasal or ear discharge.

14.  All residents and guests are required to enter and exit the pool though the clubhouse restrooms. The gate on the pool fence enclosure is for emergency access only.

15.  All children accompanied by an adult must be closely monitored and supervised at all times while in the pool or on the pool deck. Lifeguards WILL NOT be babysitters for any children left unattended.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

16. All swimmers must shower before entering the water or risk suspension of pool use privileges.

17. All swimmers must wear appropriate swimming attire. Street clothes of all types are prohibited in the pool. Any person with incontinence issues must wear swim diapers and should be appropriately dressed and regularly checked.

18. Residents or their guests will be held responsible for the cost of closing the pool and cleaning due to repeated accidents.

19. Bicycles, Scooters, any types of skates (i.e. roller or inline), wheeled vehicles (except attended strollers and wheelchairs) are not allowed in the pool enclosure.

20. Pets are not allowed in the pool enclosure or in the pool clubhouse.

21. The lifeguards has the authority to close the pool for weather, equipment failure, or other hazardous or unsafe conditions.

LIABILITY:

22. Anyone using the pool does so at his or her own risk. The association is not reasonable for theft or loss or damage of any personal property at the pool or pool house. Unclaimed items may be disposed after fourteen (14) days by the pool management company.  

23. Lifeguards will be on duty, at all times, during pool operating hours to ensure safe swimming conditions. Supervision of children is the sole responsibility of the accompanying adult.

24. Residents are liable for all damages to the community facilities caused by them and/or their family members or guests. 

25. Persons using the pool are responsible for observing conditions and promptly reporting any unsafe conditions to the pool management staff.

PERSONAL CONDUCT:

26. Running, pushing, wrestling, acrobatics, or any type of horseplay anywhere in the pool enclosure is prohibited.

27.  No diving is allowed off the pool deck.

28. No hanging from the basketball rims, nets, or backboards.

28. Spitting, spouting water, and nose blowing are not permitted.

39. No abusive, offensive, or profane language shall be permitted.

31. Smoking is prohibited.

32. Any behavior causing a safety issue or that is a detriment to others will not be tolerated.  Individual(s) who are responsible for such behavior will be immediately removed from the pool at the discretion of a either a member of the Pool Management Company, a member of the HOA’s property management company, or a HOA board member.

FOOD AND DRINK:

33. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

34. Chewing gum is not allowed in the pool enclosure.

35. Food and refreshments are permitted within the deck and picnic area. No eating or drinking is allowed in the swimming pool.

ITEMS IN THE POOL ENCLOSURE: :

36. Glass (except for eyewear) is prohibited.

37. The use of toys and rafts will be allowed in the pool, at the discretion of the lifeguard on duty, based on the number of people in the pool.  Toys shall be properly returned to the toy trunk after use.  It is not the lifeguard’s responsibility to pick them up.  Otherwise, all toys will be removed from the pool area.

38. No  barbecue grills are allowed in the pool area or on the recreation facilities without prior written approval from the Association.

39. The pool management staff (including lifeguards), the property management staff or board member have the authority to take immediate action to address specific problems or situations not specifically covered by these rules.