Key Highlights

• 58 unique homes in Rainbow Hills Estates
• Annual HOA membership fee of $40 per household
• Quarterly community meetings, monthly board meetings
• Positions on the HOA committee include President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Maintenance
• Community events such as board meetings,  yard sales, and community picnics

 

 

Declaration of Covenants and Deed Restrictions 

of  RAINBOW HILLS  ESTATES

Amended Declaration of Deed Restrictions

 

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that Rainbow Hills Estates Corporation, a Florida
Corporation, formerly known as Oak Lake Hills Corporation, hereinafter referred to as Rainbow Hills
Estates Homeowners Association Inc or HOA does hereby declare that the subdivision and all lots
therein are subject to the following covenants and restrictions, which amend and clarify that Declaration
of Covenants and Restrictions recorded in Official Records Book 586, Page 1806 et seq., public records
of Hernando County, Florida:

 

1. Usage. All of the subdivision shall be described as residential property, and no more than
one single family dwelling shall be constructed on any lot, except that more than one lot may be used for
one dwelling.

 

2. Location of Structures. No dwelling shall be erected nearer than 25 feet to the front line of
any lot. All locations of structures shall be erected in accordance to current County Codes. Accessory
structures including utility buildings (constructed in accordance with paragraph six (6) hereinbelow) and
swimming pools with or without a screened enclosure shall be constructed a minimum of 5 feet from the
side and rear lot lines. All setbacks shall be in accordance with County Codes.

 

3. Size of Structures. Dwellings shall have a minimum square foot living area of 1400 square
feet. Minimum square foot living areas are exclusive of screened areas, open porches, terraces, patios,
and garages. All residences shall have a two (2) car garage at a minimum, and all driveways shall be
concrete or pavers. Each residence shall have at least one (1) inside bath. No building of any type shall
exceed 2 1/2 stories in height. All construction shall be in accordance and comply with paragraph
thirteen (13) hereinbelow.

 

4. Lawns and Landscaping. Each residence shall have grass front and side lawns which are sod,
seed or plugs, and shall have shrubbery planted in front of the residence.

 

5. Easements and Utilities. Easements for the installation and maintenance of utilities and
drainage facilities on said plat filed in the public records of Hernando County are hereby reserved. Each
dwelling unit shall be connected to the franchised central water utility system which is installed in the
subdivision. Wells are prohibited except solely for irrigation, sprinkler systems, swimming pools, and
air conditioning uses. No structure, planting, or other material shall be placed in such a way as to
interfere with the maintenance of utilities or drainage in such easement locations. All curb drainage
structure, water, or sewer lines along any streets shall be in accordance with County Codes.

 6. Accessory Buildings. No tent, shack, barn, or other outbuildings shall at any time be erected
and used, temporarily or permanently, as a residence. Accessory storage buildings shall be of the
same/similar or coordinating color as the residence, and shall be of esthetic design, harmonious with the
style of the residence. Any such accessory storage buildings shall meet County Codes.

 7. Vehicles. No vehicles may be parked on any part of the property except in the driveway or
extension of driveway constructed of concrete or pavers and must be operable in accordance with
County Code. Parking on the street or easements is prohibited in accordance with County Codes.
Exceptions to this are to be isolated and limited to events involving occasional guests of residents, but
only if not in violation of County Codes. No commercial vehicles (as defined by County Code) other
than those present on business may be parked in the subdivision. Recreational vehicles may be parked
in residence driveway for up to 3 days at a time for loading and unloading, general maintenance, and the
visits of traveling friends and family members. Campers, boats or trailers can be parked inside garages
and along the side or behind residence as long as no surface area (height x width) exceeding 20% can
be seen when viewed from the street(s) that runs along the residence’s property line. This amount is
based on 20% of the perimeter (two times the length + two times the width) of the unpowered
vehicle. Riding of mopeds, 4 wheelers, or similar vehicles, licensed or unlicensed, is strictly forbidden in
easements or rights-of-way.
 
8. No Trade or Commercial Activity. No trade, business, or other commercial activity shall be
carried out upon any lot, except that of real estate brokers, owners, and their agents in order to show
dwellings in the subdivision for sale or lease, nor shall anything be done which may become a nuisance
in the subdivision. No advertising signs, other than limited temporary signs in regards to yard or
contracted work, shall be displayed with the exception of a for sale per lot, not to exceed 36
inches by 24 inches. No pricing will be permitted on these signs.

 

9. Lot Upkeep and Storage. Lot owners shall keep property in clean and presentable
condition, clear of debris, weeds, trash, and other unsightly conditions. Trash, garbage, or other
rubbish shall be kept in containers properly concealed from front of residence.

 

10. Fences. Fencing made of wood or vinyl materials shall be constructed not to exceed six (6)
feet in height. Hurricane or cyclone type metal fences (chain link) shall not exceed four feet in height.
No fencing, hedge, or wall will be allowed in front of the front building line of any house, or outside of
the side dwelling line of a corner lot line. All fences shall be erected so that the finished side faces the
outside of the property line (i.e., the Posts should not be visible to the outside). All fences shall be in
accordance with County Codes with the exception of the height limits stated above.

 

11. Animals and Pets. No animals, livestock, or poultry of any kind shall be raised, bred, or
kept on any lot for any purpose, except that cats, dogs, and other household pets may be kept,
provided they are not bred or maintained for any commercial purposes.

 

12. Clothes Drying , Containers and Tanks. Clothes drying poles of umbrella type are the only
type permitted. All trash containers, oil, gas and soft water tanks, and similar structures or equipment
shall be placed in such a way as to not be visible from the street in front of the residence.

 

13. Architectural Review. All new construction, accessory storage buildings, fencing, and plot
plans must be in compliance of these Covenant and Restrictions and must meet all County Codes based
on the following criteria:

(a) Harmony of exterior design and color with overall community esthetics:
(b) Location of finished grade elevations:
(c) Quality of workmanship and materials.

 

14. Amendments and Variations. The HOA reserves the right and authority to amend these
restrictions, with the consent of a majority of the owners however, all exceptions, variations, or
amendments shall be consistent with, and shall promote the general plan of, residential development
as set forth in these restrictions.

 

15. Run with the Land Restrictions. These covenants and restrictions are to run with the land,
regardless of whether or not they are specifically mentioned in any deeds or conveyances
subsequently executed. The covenants, and restrictions recited herein shall be binding on all owners,
and all persons claiming under any deeds to Rainbow Hills Estates.

 

16. Enforcement. If any person, firm, or corporation, or their heirs or assigns, shall violate or
attempt to violate any of these covenants and restrictions, it shall be lawful for the HOA, or for any
persons owning any lot in the subdivision, to prosecute any proceeding at law or in equity against the
person, firm, or corporation, or its assigns, violating or attempting to violate any of these covenants
and restrictions, including action by injunction, to enjoin the violation or attempted violation, and an
action to recover damages, including any reasonable attorneys fees incurred in prosecuting any such
action. The issuance of a building permit, or any other governmental action which could be construed
as acquiescing in any violation or attempted violation, which action may be in contravention of these
provisions, shall not prevent enforcement thereof.

 

17. Severability. Invalidation of any of these provisions by court order shall not affect any
other provisions hereof, which shall remain in full force and effect.