SECTION I
INTRODUCTION

Authority. Section 7.1 (a) of the Declaration of Protective Covenants and Restrictions for Stonehouse Owners Foundation (the “Declaration”) provides that the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Stonehouse Owners Foundation (the “Association”) may adopt general rules, including but not limited to rules regulating potential problems relating to the use of the Properties, as defined in the Declaration, and the well-being of Members, and that such rules and any subsequent amendments thereto shall be binding on all Members and occupants of the Properties, except where expressly provided otherwise in such rule. By resolution effective July 14, 2006, the Board adopted the following rules governing the Properties, which rules are set forth below (the “Rules”). Contents

2. Governing Documents. The Rules should be considered with the Declaration, the Supplemental Declaration applicable to your Neighborhood, the Articles of Incorporation of the Association (the “Articles”), the Bylaws of the Association (the “Bylaws”), and the Architectural Guidelines adopted by the Architectural Review Board of the Association (“ARB”) from time to time. The foregoing documents are collectively referred to as the “Governing Documents”, If any provision of these Rules conflicts with the terms or provisions of any of the Governing Documents, the terms and provisions of the applicable Governing Document(s) shall control. Contents

3. Architectural Guidelines. Sections 6.2 and 6.5 of the Declaration provides that no Improvement (as defined in Sections 6.2 of the Declaration) shall be constructed, erected, installed, or maintained on any Lot or Parcel, nor shall any Improvements be altered, enlarged, demolished or removed, including any activity related thereto, unless an Application, Construction Schedule and Plans therefore have been approved by the ARB. Section 6.1 of the Declaration establishes the ARB for the purpose of reviewing, and, as appropriate, approving or disapproving all Plans (as outlined in Sections 6.2 of the Declaration) submitted by Owners in accordance with Article VI of the Declaration. Pursuant to Section 6.6 of the Declaration, the ARB may, in its discretion, establish guidelines and standards (“Architectural Guidelines”) to be used in considering whether to approve or disapprove Plans. These Rules are closely related to the Architectural Guidelines, and in many instances specific reference is made to the Architectural Guidelines for additional requirements and guidance. Contents

4. Definitions. Unless otherwise indicated, defined terms used herein shall have the meaning set forth in the Governing Documents. Contents

5. Environmental Considerations. Stonehouse is a community founded on concepts of conservation and preserving natural open space and living in harmony with the environment. The Association strives to promote environmentally conscious policies and practices. To this end, the Association encourages Owners and homebuilders to incorporate energy-efficient features in their homes, and the Association endorses the performance guidelines of the federal “Energy Star” program. Owners who desire to learn more about the Energy Star program are encouraged to visit the Energy Star website at www.energystar.gov. In the future, the Board of the Association anticipates adopting further rules and/or Architectural Guidelines to qualify the Association and/or its Neighborhoods as an Energy Star Community. Contents

SECTION II
USE OF PROPERTY

1. Animals. In addition to the restrictions in Section 7.1(x) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. In recognition of the need for animal control within Stonehouse and the residents’ right to enjoyment of the Association, the following rules and policies are hereby established to address animal problems and to provide guidelines for processing animal questions and complaints. Contents

a. The number of ordinary domestic pets excluding caged animals and birds and those maintained in an aquarium or terrarium shall not exceed two (2). Contents

b. When outdoors, pets shall be attended by a responsible person who can control the pet, and pets may not be left unattended except while in a fenced private yard. Pet owners who want to install invisible, underground electric fences to keep their animals inside of their Lot should file an application for exterior alteration with the ARB. No pet may be leashed to any stationary object on the Common Area(s), Neighborhood Common Area(s) or Limited Common Area(s). Pets must be curbed only in the area(s) defined as “Pet Areas,” if any are provided. Generally, pet areas are defined as: (1) areas away from buildings, walkways, patio areas, picnic and play areas, and any amenities area; and (ii) such other areas defined by the Board. Pet owners are responsible for the immediate removal and proper disposal of animal waste on all portions of the Property. Contents

c. The Association will monitor written complaints concerning dogs off leash and/or dog excreta nuisances. A notice of violation and/or fine will be issued if the violation is observed and verified by the Association. Contents

Note:   The James City County SPCA is a public service agency designed to provide residents in James City County with varying levels of animal services, including but not limited to dog and cat nuisance response, pet adoption programs, and vaccination clinics. We recognize that the SPCA’s program and their ability to enforce the standards have been very beneficial to Stonehouse residents, and we continue to encourage all residents to contact the SPCA when a particular animal question or problem needs to be resolved. Contents

d.         Written complaints received by the Association concerning nuisance animals on Owner’s Lots or on Common Area(s), Limited Common Area(s), or Neighborhood Common Area(s) will be processed for a hearing pursuant to Section IV of the Rules by the Association if: (i) the alleged nuisance has affected at least two (2) other Owners, residing on separate Lots, in the Neighborhood; and/or (ii) at the discretion of the Association. A written complaint form must be submitted to the Association along with the signatures of the other affected Owners, stating the particulars (dates and times) of the alleged nuisance. All owners signing the statement must be willing to attend a Board of Directors meeting, to which the animal’s Owner has also been invited, for a hearing. Contents

e. Any pet causing or creating a nuisance, unreasonable disturbance or noise on an ongoing basis or demonstrating aggressive behavior or a threat to the health and welfare of the residents, guests and invitees, may be removed from the Properties after the Owner thereof has received ten (10) days written notice from the Association and has failed to take corrective action. The foregoing notwithstanding, any pet which threatens the safety of any person(s) lawfully on or occupying the Properties, shall be permanently removed from the Properties immediately if the Board deems such removal necessary to protect the safety or welfare of such person(s), and in such cases, the Association shall provide such notice as is reasonable under the circumstances. The Association will refer all residents to the SPCA if an alleged domestic animal (dog or cat) control problem exists on residential private property, or if the problem concerns an undomesticated animal such as birds, opossum; deer, etc. Contents

2. Antennas and Similar Devices. See the Architectural Guidelines. Contents

3. Association Property.        See Section 7.1(m) of the Declaration.

4. Casualty. In addition to the covenants in Section 7.2 of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. Damage to property by fire, casualty, vandalism, accident or other cause must be promptly reported to the Association by any person having knowledge thereof Any unsafe structure must be immediately secured and fenced. Contents

5. Clothes Drying Equipment In addition to the restrictions in Section 7.1(y) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. To facilitate an energy conscious community, the drying or hanging of laundry or the airing of clothes or other items on clotheslines or other clothes drying apparatus is permitted outside an enclosed structure on certain Lots provided the following criteria are met: (i) dwellings located on Lots are detached single-family dwellings; (ii) the clotheslines or other clothes drying apparatus are located in the rear yard of the Lot behind the rear foundation lines; (iii) clotheslines or other clothes drying apparatus are located a minimum of seventy-five (75) feet from each of the side yard boundaries; and (iv) the location of clotheslines and/or other clothes drying apparatus for corner Lots otherwise meeting the foregoing criteria must be pre­approved by the ARB pursuant to the procedures set forth in the Architectural Guidelines. Contents

6. Commercial Use.    See Section 7.1(w) of the Declaration. Contents

7.   Emissions. See Section 7.1(j) of the Declaration.

8. Exterior Lighting. In addition to the restrictions set forth in Section 7.1(aa) of the Declaration and any guidelines and/or standards set forth in the Architectural Guidelines, the following rules regarding exterior lighting have been adopted by the Board of Directors of the Association in an effort to preserve and protect the environment: (i) exterior lighting shall be the minimum necessary to illuminate the walkway to the primary dwelling and shall not be left on when not in use; (ii) exterior light sources shall utilize “shielded” fixtures which direct light downward; (iii) “uplighting” and/or “skylighting” is prohibited; (iv) lighting for the sole purpose of illuminating the exterior of a dwelling and/or architectural or landscaping features shall be prohibited. AJJ exterior lighting requires pre-approval by the ARB prior to installation. Contents

9. Fences.        See Section 7.1(t) of the Declaration and the Architectural Guidelines.

10.     Flags. Owners may display up to one (1) flag per Lot provided it is bracket mounted on the front of the house. No freestanding flags of any type are allowed. Contents

11.     Garage Doors. To enhance the aesthetics of the neighborhood, garage doors should be kept closed to the maximum extent possible. Contents

12.       Grills. Except as provided in Supplemental Declarations, use of portable outdoor grills or other outdoor cooking equipment is permitted on the Lots. When in use, outdoor cooking equipment must be placed behind the dwelling, no closer than six (6) feet from the exterior of the dwelling, and positioned so that smoke will not disturb adjoining Lot(s). Fires must be extinguished promptly after cooking. Permanent grills require approval from the ARB. Grills, with the propane tank removed, shall be stored when not in use inside a privacy fence, shed, garage, patio, deck area or other outdoor enclosure, approved by the ARB. Due to fire department regulations, the propane tank must be stored in an open outdoor area and must be shielded from the view of Common Area(s), Neighborhood Common Area(s) and Limited Common Area(s) to the maximum extent possible. Contents

13.       Group Outdoor Recreational Activities. In the Common Area(s), Neighborhood Common Area(s) or Limited Common Area(s), group outdoor recreational activities may be permitted from sunrise to sunset in designated areas if approved by the Association’s Board of Directors. In these designated areas, the Neighborhood Advisory Committees, as defined in Section 3.6 of the Declaration or in any applicable Supplemental Declaration, should work with the Board of Directors to establish enforceable behavior rules, identify parking areas for bicycles and other play equipment (skateboards, etc.), and provide for trash disposal. Contents

14.       Hazardous Use; Waste. See Section 7.1(h) of the Declaration.

15.       Holiday/Seasonal Decorations. “Holiday/Seasonal Decoration” as used herein means, those temporary decorations associated with a particular national, state, local or religious holiday. Seasonal decorations may be displayed without ARB approval for up to seven (7) days before and seven (7) days after such holiday, except Christmas and Hanukkah decorations which maybe displayed from Thanksgiving through January 7 of each year. Owners desiring to display Seasonal Decorations for longer periods shall apply to the ARB for permission. Contents

16.       Hoses. Except when in use, hoses shall be stored in a neat and orderly fashion.

17.       Irrigation. See Section 7.1(e) of the Declaration.

18.       Lakes and Water Bodies. In addition to the restrictions in Section 7.1(q) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. Storm water management ponds (whether wet or dry) commonly known as “BMPs” located within the Properties shall not be disturbed (except for work and maintenance performed by or on behalf of the Association and/or its contractors and employees), and no other use thereof, including but not limited to swimming, fishing, boating, playing or use of personal flotation devises shall be permitted. Contents

19.       Landscapingz Sight lines. See Section 7.1(q) of the Declaration.

20.       Lawful Use. See Section 7.1(i) of the Declaration.

21.       Leaf Collection. The burning of leaves and other yard debris within the Properties is strictly prohibited. At no time shall leaves be piled in streets for collection without being put in clear plastic bags. Bags shall not be placed by the curb until the night before collection. An Owner shall not rake or blow leaves into the Common Area(s), Neighborhood Common Area(s) or Limited Common Area(s) for collection by the Association except that an Owner may blow or rake leaves into the natural undeveloped portions of such areas immediately adjacent to the Owner’s Lot if doing so does not create a nuisance. Contents

22.       Leasing. In addition to the restrictions in Section 7.1 (dd) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. All absentee Owners shall promptly notify the Association of their new address and phone number and the name, work and home phone numbers of theft tenants and management company, as applicable. It is the responsibility of the Owner to ensure that any management company acting on his or her behalf provide the Association with information regarding tenants. Contents

23.       Maintenance. In addition to the covenants in Section 7.1 of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. Except for those services, if any, provided by the Association with respect to individual Lots, Owners shall maintain and mow their yards (including without limitation, any portion of their yards located between their Lot lines and the curb or edge of pavement of adjacent road right-of-ways). Contents

24.       Moving. Move-ins and move-outs should be conducted between the hours of 7AM. and 9 P.M. unless otherwise approved by the Association. Contents

25.       Noise. In addition to the covenants in Section 7.1(k) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. The mowing of lawns, the blowing of leaves and other noise-making outside activities shall be restricted to the following hours: Monday through Saturday between 7 a.m. and 7p.m.; and Sunday between 12p.m. and 6p.m. Contents

26.       Nuisances. See Section 7.1(a) of the Declaration.

27.       Obstructions. See Section 7.1(l) of the Declaration.

28.       Resident Contacts. All Owners must provide the Association with the name, address and phone number(s) of each occupant and of persons to be notified in emergencies. Contents

29.       Parking and Vehicular Restrictions.

In addition to the covenants in Section 7.1(u) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply.

a. Parking in the Properties shall be restricted to private automobiles, passenger vans, and small (3/4 ton or less) pickup trucks and only within the driveways, streets and parking areas designed and/or designated for parking. All vehicles must be parked so as not to impede mailbox access. No parking on lawns shall be permitted.

b. Major repairs of any motor vehicle which shall cause the vehicle to remain inoperable at the end of one day shall not be conducted upon any portion of the Properties. Contents

c. No commercial vehicles, campers, mobile homes, motor homes, house trailers or trailers of any type, recreation vehicles (e.g., non-licensed motorcycles, etc.), boats, or commercial vans shall be parked or stored within the Properties, except in garages. “Commercial vehicles” are vehicles that are not designed and used for customary, personal/family purposes. The absence of commercial lettering or graphics on a vehicle shall not be determinative of whether it is a commercial vehicle. Concurrently, lettering on a vehicle advertising a business is indicative of a commercial vehicle. The lettering on a vehicle may be covered with a magnetic strip the same color as the vehicle to bring it into compliance, provided there are no other features which cause the vehicle to be considered commercial.

The foregoing restrictions regarding commercial vehicles shall not apply to temporary parking of commercial vehicles in connection with construction use or providing pick-up and delivery and other commercial services nor shall any such restrictions apply to any vehicles of the Declarant or the Association. Service vehicles for repairs and/or construction may park within the Properties between 6 P.M. and 8 P.M. except in the case of emergencies. Contents

A speed limit of 15 MPH should be observed within the parking areas and streets unless otherwise posted.

d.         Subject to applicable laws and ordinances, any vehicle, recreational vehicle, boat, or trailer (hereinafter “vehicle”), parked in violation of these or other restrictions set forth in the Governing Documents may be towed by the Association at the sole expense of the owner of the vehicle as follows: (i) if the vehicle is parked in a NO PARKING ZONE or fire lane, double parked or otherwise blocking throughways, mailbox access or causing an emergency situation, it will be subject to towing without notice; and (ii) if the vehicle is parked in violation of these or other restrictions but not parked as provided in (i), then it may be towed by the Association. The Association shall not be liable to the owner of the towed vehicle for trespass, damage, or otherwise, nor shall the Association be guilty of any criminal act, by reason of the towing. In cases of towing in which notice is required, once notice is posted, neither its removal, nor failure of the owner to receive it for any reason, shall be grounds for relief of any kind. An affidavit of the person posting such notice stating that the notice was properly posted shall be conclusive evidence of proper posting. Contents

30.       Recreational/Athletic Equipment - Portable Basketball Goals. Full-size portable and permanent pole-mounted basketball goals are authorized provided they are located behind the dwelling. The following guidelines must be observed in the case of permanent pole-mounted basketball goals or portable basketball goals if the basketball goal is to be left outside for an indefinite period of time. Contents

a. Basketball goals may not be located on any Common Area(s), Limited Common Area(s) or Neighborhood Common Area(s).

b. The goal must be properly maintained (including the net) and must be of proper construction.

c. The base of a portable goal should be filled with sand or other suitable material to provide stability to the structure. Objects may not be placed on the goal’s base.

d.         Play is prohibited between sundown and 7:00 AM.

e. If a portable goal is to be folded down for maintenance, or for other reasons, it should be stored inside a privacy fence, shed, garage or other backyard area where it will not be visible by neighboring properties.

f. The ARB must approve permanent, pole-mounted basketball goals prior to their placement on a Lot. Owners must submit an application for exterior alteration that includes the signatures of surrounding Owners. The application must also include a diagram showing the desired placement of the goal on the Lot. Mounting basketball backboards and goals to the structure of the home in any way is not permitted.

g. Only one permanent or portable basketball goal is permitted on a Lot. Contents

31.       Other Recreational/Athletic Equipment

a. Except for those basketball goals in accordance with the paragraph above, no permanent recreational/athletic equipment (i.e., baseball cages, skateboard ramps, hockey or soccer nets, basketball hoops/backboards, etc.) shall be permitted on any Lot.

b. All permanent recreational equipment located on any Common Area(s), Limited Common Area(s),- Neighborhood Common Area(s) must be approved by the ARB.

c. Except for full size portable basketball goals as outlined in Rule 30 above, when not in use, all other equipment must le stored inside a privacy fence, shed, garage or other unobtrusive backyard area where it will not be visible by neighboring properties.

d.         Portable freestanding athletic equipment may not be set up and used on any Common Area(s) or Neighborhood Common Area(s).

e. Play is prohibited between sundown and 9:00 A.M. Contents

32.       Play Equipment, Strollers, Etc. All bicycles, tricycles, scooters, skateboards, and other play equipment, wading pools, baby strollers, and similar items shall be stored so as not to be visible from Common Area(s), Limited Common Area(s) and/or Neighborhood Common Area(i) when not in use. When not in use, wading pools should be emptied so as not to cause a drainage or insect problem. Swing sets and similar playground equipment require ARB approval. Contents

33.       Pools. See Section 7.1(bb) of the Declaration.

34.       Sale of Lots. Virginia law requires Sellers of residential property to make certain disclosures to their purchasers. Upon an Owner’s request, the Association will provide a disclosure packet as required by Section 55-5 12 of the Virginia Property Owners Association Act. The Association charges a fee for providing the disclosure packet. Contents

35.       Signs. In addition to the covenants in Section 7.1(o) of the Declaration, the following roles shall apply. No sign of any kind may be displayed to the public view on any Lot except as follows:

 a. The Board of Directors anticipates adopting a uniform, standard sign for use by all Owners who desire to post a “For Sale” or a “For Rent” sign on their Lot. Until such time as the Board adopts such uniform signage, the following rule shall apply: One (1) sign of not more than six (6) square feet advertising the property for sale or rent, provided the sign is removed no later than two (2) days after the sale (closing) of the property to a new owner.

b. Signs used by the Builder to advertise the property during the construction or sale period that have been approved by the ARB.

c. One (1) sign of not more than six (6) square feet with a maximum elevation of six(6) feet expressing support or opposition to political candidates or other issues which appear on the ballot of a primary, general, or special election, provided that such political signs shall not be placed on a Lot earlier than sixty (60) days before such election and shall be removed within two (2) days after such election.

d.         Freestanding, temporary signs are permitted for individual Neighborhood Homeowner Associations to inform residents of Neighborhood events. The sign must be of suitable size not to exceed six (6) square feet (recommended 3’ x 2’) and must be placed on exit side of Neighborhood street. Signs may be displayed seven (7) days in advance of the event and must be taken down within 24 hours after the event. Contents

36.       Solicitation/Pamphleteering. Soliciting and pamphleteering is prohibited within the entire community of Stonehouse. Official Publications of the Association and the neighborhoods are exempt from this rule. Residents should notify James City County law enforcement of violations of the no solicitation policy. Contents -

37.       Temporary Structures; Trailers. In addition to the restrictions in Section 7.1(s) of the Declaration, the following rule shall apply. Tents used for camping outdoors may be erected in the backyard of a Lot and permitted to stay up overnight provided they are taken down and stored from view the following morning. Contents

38.       Trash. In addition to the covenants in Section 7.1(p) of the Declaration, the following rules shall apply. All garbage and trash stored on the Properties shall be kept in covered containers, and, except when placed at pick-up site the evening prior to pick-up and removed the evening after pick-up, shall be kept out of view. Trash containers shall not encroach on the building setback lines. The burning of trash, leaves or other debris is strictly prohibited within the Properties. In the event trash pick-up and/or recycling are not provided for by James City County, the Association may elect to contract for same and include the cost of such collection as part of the Common Expenses of the Association. Residents are strongly encouraged to participate in the County’s curbside recycling program which is funded by County taxes. For more information about the County’s recycling program, residents should visit the County’s website at www.jccegov.com or contact the Recycling Office by calling (757) 565-4000. Contents

39.   Underground Utilities.          See the covenants in Section 7.1(q) of the Declaration.

40.       Vegetation. In addition to the covenants in Section 7.1(r) of the Declaration, the following rule shall apply. Vegetable gardens should not be located in the front or side yard of a home. Contents

41.       Yard/Garage Sales. Yard/garage sales are permitted within the Properties provided the following items are observed:

a. James City County regulations must be followed and the proper permit needs to be obtained.

b. No more than four (4) yard/garage sales are permitted at one residence per year.

c. Signs advertising yard/garage sales shall not be placed on any property other than that of the residence of the person conducting such sale and removal immediately afterward.

d.         Yard/garage sales may only be conducted between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and dusk Contents

SECTION III
RECREATION AREAS [RESERVED]

SECTION IV
COMPLAINT RESOLUTION PROCEDURES

Courtesy and cooperation among residents are a must for community living. When complaints involve your neighbors, it is most often best to simply discuss the problem with them. Should the complaint remain unresolved or if you feel uncomfortable talking to your neighbor, please contact the Association Manager to request assistance. The complaint filed with the Association should be in writing and should document the problem as thoroughly as possible. The Association will attempt to resolve the problem informally. Final recourse is available through the Board of Directors, which will schedule a panel to hear the complaint. The Board of Directors hereby adopts the provisions of Section 55-5 13 of the Property Owners Association Act and establishes the following complaint Resolution Procedures in accordance therewith. Contents

1. Informal Procedures for Violations of the Governing Documents.

a. Noncompliance with the governing documents may be noted by a resident, an Owner, or employee of the Association or by a city/county employee acting in an official capacity by initially reporting in writing to the Association. Such notice shall specify the time, date, place and nature of the violation.

b. Upon receipt of such notice, the Association shall attempt to secure compliance by phone call, personal contact or by sending notice to the Owner stating the time, date, place and nature of violation to be corrected and notice that noncompliance repetition or such violation may result in imposition of sanctions, fines and/or legal action after notice and hearings by the Board of Directors. A record of this action and a copy of all notices sent by the Board of Directors or Association and any correspondence relating thereto shall be kept in the Association files, and may be sent to the Association’s legal counsel. Contents

2. Formal Procedures for Violations of the Governing Documents.

a. The filing of a formal complaint with the Board of Directors shall initiate the formal procedures set forth below. No resident or Owner may file a complaint unless the informal procedures set forth in Paragraph I above have been exhausted and such violation was not corrected within the time period specified in the notice sent by the Board of Directors or Association. The complaint shall identify the specific provisions of the Governing Documents which the Owner or resident is alleged to have violated or to be in continuing violation of, shall contain allegations of fact sufficient to support a finding of such violations, and shall, to the extent possible, specify the times, dates, places and persons involved and shall submit in writing the information listed above along with a description of the informal aft empts already uti1i~ed to resolve the complaint.

b. Every resident or Owner accused of a violation shall receive notice from the Association stating that a complaint has been filed and describing the general nature of the complaint. Before any disciplinary action is taken against such resident or Owner, the resident or Owner who is the subject of a formal complaint shall have the opportunity to be heard and represented by counsel before the Board of Directors. Notice of a hearing shall be hand delivered or mailed by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the Owner and, if applicable to the resident, at the address(es) of record with the Association at least fourteen (14) days prior to the hearing. If, after the hearing, the Board of Directors determines that a violation of the Rules has occurred, the Board of Directors shall have the power to assess charges against any Owner for any violation for which the Owner or the Owner’s family members, tenants, guests, or other invitees are responsible. The amount of any fines assessed by the Board of Directors shall be in an amount up to Fifty Dollars ($50.00) for a single offense or Ten Dollars ($10.00) per day for any offense of a continuing nature and shall be treated as a special assessment against the Owner’s Lot. The foregoing remedies are in addition to any remedy the Association may seek through the legal process.

c. If the Board of Directors finds that the same violation is recurring within a six (6) month time period but is not present on a continuous basis, the violation(s) will be treated as multiple single offenses and a fine of up to $50.00 per occurrence will be levied for each day the violation is noted during a specified period of time (e.g. six months) and shall be treated as a special assessment against the Owner’s Lot. The foregoing remedies are in addition to any remedy the Association may seek through the legal process. Contents

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