​Recreational Areas

Recreational Area General Policy

  1. The Recreation Areas are for the use of residents and guests of Greater Groves Residents only. 
  2. Minors Policy- Minor children are not allowed to invite guests to common areas unless they are accompanied by an adult. Minors under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult in all Recreation Areas.
  3. Guest Policy – Guests may use the Recreation Areas without a resident present provided that the guest has the permission of the resident, a resident key fob, and there is at least one-person age 18 or over present. Guests at the Recreational Area must follow all rules and regulations and can be asked to leave the premises for any improper behavior. Residents who loan their key fobs to guests accept full responsibility for any damages or rule violations and risk having their privileges suspended.
  4. If you allow someone in who doesn’t have a key fob, they become your guest and you are responsible for any damages or rule violations and risk having your privileges suspended.
  5. Improper behavior (e.g., abusive language, disregarding rules, disrespect to property, or other residents) on the part of residents or guests at the Recreation Areas shall result in that person(s) having privileges revoked and being barred from the use of the recreational facilities for a period of time to be determined by the Board of Directors.
  6. Key fobs remain property of the Greater Groves Homeowners Association and must be surrendered to the HOA office when a property is vacated. A $25 replacement fee will be charged for lost or damaged key fobs.
  7. The Recreational Areas are open from dawn to dusk. Key fobs are programmed to follow this schedule.
  8. Any violations of the rules by the homeowner, their tenants, or their guests will result in a 30-day suspension. A $100 fine per violation and/or the cost of the damages may also be imposed. Repeat offenders may be permanently barred from the use of the Recreational Areas. 

Recreational Area Rules

  1. Please clean up after yourself and place all trash in the receptacles.
  2. Special events/parties require board approval.
  3. No loud music is to be played using personal phones, speakers, or music devices.
  4. No fireworks.
  5. No overnight camping.
  6. No golf.
  7. No vehicles are allowed in the grassy areas unless granted specific authorization.
  8. No grills, bonfires, or open flames.
  9. No glass of any kind is permitted in any of the areas.
  10. No bounce houses, slides, or party tents.
  11. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted within any of the Recreational Areas unless at an HOA approved party.
  12. Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.
  13. Animals are prohibited in all fenced areas. Outside of the fenced areas pets must be on a leash. You also must clean up after your pet.
  14. No bikes, skateboards, long boards, scooters, roller skates, roller blades, toy cars, or wheels of any kind are allowed in fenced areas.
  15. The HOA is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items. 

Pool Rules

  1. Our pool is considered a public pool and is regulated by the Florida Health Department. We must follow the rules and regulations they have put in place or we risk suspension or revocation of our pool permit. Failure to comply with the pool rules will result in having your access to the pool area revoked for a period of time to be determined by the board.
  2. Special events/parties require board approval.
  3. No nighttime swimming. The pool is open from dawn until dusk.
  4. Pool capacity is 68 persons.
  5. There is no lifeguard on duty. Swim at your own risk.
  6. No food or beverages are allowed in the pool or on the pool wet deck.
  7. No glass of any kind is permitted in the pool area. This includes the tables. No exceptions.
  8. No animals.
  9. Shower before entering the pool.
  10. No diving.
  11. Do not swallow the pool water.
  12. The pool maximum depth is 6 feet.
  13. No loud music.
  14. No alcoholic beverages.
  15. Smoking is permitted only in the designated smoking area.
  16. No diapered children allowed in the pool.
  17. Do not touch any of the safety equipment. 

Reserving Party Space

  1. Any event that is initiated as an open event for all Greater Groves residents to attend must first be authorized by the Board of Directors.
  2. Private Parties must be reserved by reaching out to the board via the contact form on official Greater Groves Website, GreaterGrovesHOA.com. A $100 security deposit must be given to the Office Secretary located at the HOA office before an event can be reserved. After the Recreational Areas are inspected and found clean and free of any damage, the security deposit will be returned. Cleaning fees will be charged if the Recreational Areas are not left in good condition.
  3. Parties are limited to 25 people and 3 hours in length and must be within the operating hours of the recreational area.
    The recreational areas are open from dawn to dusk.
  4. Residents may only reserve the recreational area twice in a calendar year.
  5. Parties cannot restrict the use of the pool, playground, basketball area, tennis/pickle ball courts, or bathrooms from non-party guests.
  6. The recreational area may not be used for commercial purposes.
  7. No tables or chairs will be provided by the HOA.
  8. Failure to follow the proper procedure for reserving or hosting a private event in any of the Recreation Areas may result in the loss of facility privileges.

​**You must provide at least two weeks’ notice when requesting an event date.

**Your date is not reserved until your security deposit is received and you have signed the contract.

**Any violations of the above rules by the homeowner, their tenants, or their guests will result in a 30-day suspension. A $100 fine per violation and/or the cost of the damages may also be imposed. Repeat offenders may be permanently barred from the use of the common areas.