Welcome to Diamondhead Rules and Regulations
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II. ROADS STREETS AND VEHICLE OPERATION
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IX. RECREATIONAL AREAS AND LAKES
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DIAMONDHEAD COUNTRY CLUB & PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Revised November 2006
Rules and Regulations pertain to the Country Club, Yacht Club, Community Center, Golf Courses, Marina, Picnic Parks and Recreation Areas, Tennis Facilities, Pools, Lakes, Parks, Roads, Airport and all other amenities belonging to Diamondhead Country Club and Property Owners Association, Inc. (Hereinafter referred to as Association). Changes will be made by the Board of Directors and are intended to provide for efficient operations and to benefit the majority of the membership. The Board of Directors reserves the right to add to or change all or any portion of these Rules and Regulations from time to time without prior notice. Changes will be made known to the members through the “Diamondhead News” as soon as possible after the rule has been invoked or changed.
1. “Member” - shall include the named property owner, his or her spouse and any unmarried dependent children under the age of 21 years. Persons entitled to member privileges will be provided with a numbered identification card and are required to show it along with a driver’s license or other I.D. upon request by employees. These cards are not transferable.
2. “Guest” – any non-member.
3. “Resident Guests” - include persons staying overnight in homes of resident members and persons who may be renting homes or condos located in Diamondhead and not accompanied by the member while using the amenities. “Guest accompanied by the member” - persons accompanied by the member while using the amenities.
4. Guest cards may be issued at the request and authorization of a member, the Association or Purcell Co., by the Administration office for a specific individual and are not transferable and expire on dates set forth on card. Blanket or blank guest cards are not issued.
5. Guests will pay all fees associated with use of facilities. Guests may be restricted in making reservations for use of certain facilities in order to protect usage by members (e.g., special club functions, certain holidays).
6. Members are responsible for the acts of, and debts incurred by their family members and/or guests
1. Members, their families and guests are expected to conduct themselves in a manner considerate of others at all times. Loud talking, profanity and unruly behavior interfere with the pleasure of others and reflects unfavorably upon the reputation of the association and its members.
2. Association personnel have been instructed not to serve a person who, in their judgment, appears to be intoxicated.
a. Members or guests shall not be admitted or permitted to remain on the premises of the clubs or any facility if it is determined by Association personnel in charge that the member or guest is in an intoxicated condition.
3. Members and guests shall adhere to non-smoking areas.
4. Neither members nor guests may reprimand Association employees for any purpose, but shall report all complaints to the manager of the facility where the employee works, the General Manager, or Board.
5. If any guest of a member shall be in violation of any of the above sections, and the member is not present, the member shall be notified in writing on the next earliest working day.
6. A 10:00 P.M. curfew is established for anyone seventeen (17) and under on Sunday through Thursday and 12:00 Midnight on Friday and Saturday.
1. All charges incurred by the member or his guests must be paid for when purchased. Payment may be made in cash, by check, or charged on those nationally recognized credit cards acceptable at the Clubs and facilities.
2. Members whose assessments are 30 days or more past due will be treated as guests and pay fees accordingly.
1. If available, Diamondhead facilities may be used for private functions under the terms and conditions when advance reservations and arrangements are made with the appropriate manager.
2. Members and guests are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the Country Club, Yacht Club, and Ship Store. Mississippi Alcoholic Beverage Commission laws prohibit anyone bringing alcoholic beverages into or taking alcoholic beverages from licensed
premises. Such beverages will be confiscated. Our licensed premises include Country Club and grounds, Grill, Golf Courses, Yacht Club, Marina and Country Club pool.
3. Alcoholic beverages which are brought to any function at any facility must have the Mississippi License Seal on it.
1. Pets are not permitted in the clubs, on club grounds, golf courses, or children’s playground area.
2. Pets are not allowed to run free except on owner’s property. Any animals found running at large may be apprehended and turned over to the Hancock County Animal Shelter or the Diamondhead SPCA and may be reclaimed by the owner only after payment of charges assessed by the organization accepting the animal. This provision includes cats as well as dogs. If the animal, i.e., dog, cat, or other, is not on the owner’s property, it must be on a leash.
3. Owners are responsible to clean up defecation after their pets.
1. Removal of any Association property, equipment or materials from the Association clubs and other amenities is prohibited without the permission of the General Manager and Approval of the Board of Directors. All such disappearances shall be investigated by our Security and/or Security Committee.
2. The Association shall not be responsible for loss or damage to member’s property while on Association premises.
1. Tickets or articles, for other than community related activities, will not be offered for sale in any Association areas.
2. Handbills and commercial or political advertisements may not be displayed on Association property except for POA elections.
3. Petitions will not be solicited on POA property except for POA related activities.
4. Outside solicitors are not allowed on POA property. Solicitors should be reported to Security immediately. Community related solicitation may be permitted with the approval of the General Manager.
1. Comments and suggestions regarding Association operations should be reported to the General Manager.
2. Serious complaints should be made in writing immediately to the General Manager or Board of Directors.
II. ROADS, STREETS AND VEHICLE OPERATION
A. Roads within the perimeter of Diamondhead, except for the County road, are owned by the Association and are for the use of Diamondhead Property Owners and authorized guests only. Rules established by the Association govern the use of Association streets and roads.
B. The maximum speed limit within the development for any vehicle is thirty (30) miles per hour. Drivers of all vehicles must drive at a slower speed whenever prudence requires such slower speed, must obey all traffic signs including stop signs and signs specifying a lower speed limit, and must refrain from reckless or negligent driving. They must also obey all state traffic laws, rules and regulations that would apply on state roads. Golf carts and other unlicensed vehicles may be operated on Association roads by licensed drivers only. Any vehicle, including Golf carts and other unlicensed vehicles may be operated on Association roads by licensed drivers only. Any vehicle, including golf carts, operated on association roads, must be operated in a safe manner, and by licensed drivers only.
C. Vehicles will not be operated off the roads and streets or on golf course, tennis courts, medians, etc. without specific approval of the General Manager.
D. Vehicle stickers for members and long term resident guests are available at the Administration office.
E. Vehicles must be parked in designated areas of parking lots at Association amenities.
F. Overnight (dusk to dawn) parking in road medians (neutral ground) is prohibited. This includes wrecked or non-operable vehicles.
G. Vehicles must not be parked on the street, but rather in garages, carports, or driveways at residences. Exceptions will be allowed for overflow guest parking on the street, such as a party or special function. In such instances, vehicles should be parked on one side of and as far off the road as possible so as not to impede traffic, especially emergency vehicles. Property owners should notify Security in advance so they will be aware of such incidences.
H. Illegal parking – citations will be issued for vehicles illegally parked within Diamondhead. Illegal parking will include locations such as: in front of fire hydrants, fire lanes, outside of designated parking areas at Association amenities, parking on the street (except as excepted in II. G. above), and overnight parking in road medians and neutral ground.
I. Playing on Association roads can be unsafe due to the narrow, hilly nature of these roads. Parents and guardians are asked to limit such play and only when the parent or guardian can personally supervise such activity.
A. Appropriate fines will be assessed using the fines in use by neighboring communities as a guide. Except in flagrant violations which have or could have resulted in bodily injury or property damage all types of violations and offenses will result in the following penalties and/or fines:
1. (a) Violation of traffic and driving rules:
Speeding – 1st Offense MPH over limit Fine
1-5 Warning
6-15 $70.00
16-20 $80.00
21-30 $130.00
2nd Offense 1-5 MPH Warning
6-15 $80.00
11-20 $90.00
21-30 $150.00
Above 31 MPH or Higher - $10.00 per mph over speed limit
Reckless Driving - 1st Offense $130.00
2nd Offense $150.00
3rd Offense $200.00 and driving
suspended for 30 days
Stop sign or failure to yield violation $50.00
Driving without license $90.00
Suspended license or suspended driving violation $200.00
Illegal parking $50.00
Handicap parking violation $100.00
Fire lane parking violation $100.00
Littering $50.00
(b) Violation of other rules and regulations:
Barking dogs – 1st, 2nd, 3rd offense………...$50.00, $100.00, $150.00
Loose dogs – 1st, 2nd, 3rd offense …………..$50.00, $100.00, $150.00
Noise ordinance - 1st,2nd,3rd offense …...….$50.00,$100.00, $150.00
Curfew violation, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd offense……..$50.00, $60.00, $75.00
Trespassing - 1st offense …..Warning to leave Diamondhead property
2nd offense….. Hancock County Sheriff Office called
Vandalism/malicious mischief, 1st, 2nd, 3rd $100.00,$200.00, $300.00 and cost of replacement and/or repairs.
Verbal Disrespect onto a Security Officer, 1st, 2nd, 3rd offense…$100.00,$200.00, $300.00
2. Violation of fire and safety rules as posted in and around POA buildings and facilities: A fine of not less than $100 nor more than $150 together with a possible suspension of appropriate privileges.
Second and subsequent offenses (within a 12 month period): a fine of not less than $150 nor more than $400 together with possible suspension of appropriate privileges.
Third and subsequent offenses (within a 12 month period): a fine of not less than $200 nor more than $500 along with the suspension of appropriate privileges.
3. Violation of Club and Recreation Area Rules (see Sections IV – VI): a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $200 together with a possible suspension of appropriate privileges.
Second offense (within a 12 month period): a fine of not less than $150 nor more than $400 together with the possible suspension of appropriate privileges.
Third and subsequent offenses (within a 12 month period): a fine of not less than $200 and not more than $500 along with the suspension of appropriate privileges.
4. Violation of Covenants (Except for Building and Modifications subject to permitting and overview by the Architectural Committee.):
a. Unacceptable yard and lot maintenance – refuse, weeds, and overgrown lawns, vehicle maintenance, trash and other visual detriments.
b. Vehicle/RV/trailer parking not meeting Architectural Committee Guidelines or Variances.
Fines:
1st Offense: $100 to $300 fine.
2nd Offense within a 12 month period: $150 to $500 fine.
3rd Offense and subsequent offense within a 12 month period: $200 to $500.
Fines may be accompanied by suspension of privileges and associated cost to fix violation.
5. Violation of Covenants – Non-conforming to Building and Modification Plans.
a. Unauthorized setbacks.
b. Unauthorized materials and colors.
c. Failure to file for permit or to follow plans submitted and approved.
d. Other Covenant violations recognized by A&E Advisor or Architectural Committee.
Fines: $100 or more (Architectural Committee or A&E Advisor will determine a fine amount based on experience and severity of violation).
Fines may be accompanied by:
- requirements to fix or complete construction as originally approved.
- Denial of future construction permit(s).
B. Suspension of privileges can range from one (1) week to 6 (six) months at the discretion of the committee.
1. Members are expected to pay assessed fines within ten (10) days of notification. Fines not paid will be charged to the member’s account. Members not paying fines within 60 days will lose all privileges until all fines are paid in full.
2. Non-member violators are expected to pay fines within 10 days. If a non-member does not pay assessed fine(s), the fine(s) will become the responsibility of the sponsoring member of the violating person and will be subject to the penalties as outlined. (see Section C above.)
3. Contractors/subcontractors and all other personnel working at a construction site are expected to pay fines within 10 days. If fine(s) are not paid, the responsibility will become that of the Builder of that site for which they work. If fine(s) are not paid within 60 days from origin of fine, no further construction permits will be rewarded to that Builder until all outstanding fines are paid in full.
D. Nonmembers who continue to violate Association Rules and Regulations and/or do not pay fines assessed for violations of rules and regulations may be denied access to Association property including roads, recreation areas, etc.
1. The quality of the club environment requires that good taste be reflected in personal attire. Members and guests are requested to be particularly conscious of their dress when attending special functions, evening and Sunday meals at the Country Club and Yacht Club.
2. The appropriate attire in the Clubs is as following:
a. Diamondhead Country Club. Clothing of those styles which are available in the Golf Pro Shop and or Tennis Pro Shop, with men required to wear a collared shirt or turtleneck. Women may wear collared shirt or sleeved tops without collars. Men may wear walking/Bermuda length shorts. Women may wear skirts or walking/Bermuda length shorts. NOT TO BE WORN AT ANY TIME: T-shirts, sleeveless undershirts, tube tops, tank tops, or other attire deemed inappropriate by the Golf Pro Shop or Tennis Pro Shop. No golf shoes and no golf caps allowed in the dining or lounge sitting area.
b. 19th Hole. Clothing of those styles which are available in the Golf Pro Shop and the Tennis Pro Shop, with men required to wear a collared shirt or turtleneck. Women may wear collared shirt or sleeved tops without collars. Men may wear walking/Bermuda length shorts. Women may wear skirts or Bermuda length shorts. NOT TO BE WORN AT ANY TIME. T-shirts, sleeveless undershirts, tube tops, tank tops or other attire deemed inappropriate by the Golf Pro Shop and/or Tennis Pro Shop.
1. Members and guest are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the Country Club or Yacht Club Bar & Lounge, except wedding cakes. Mississippi Alcoholic Beverage Commission laws prohibit anyone bringing alcoholic beverages into or taking alcoholic beverages from licensed premises.
2. Reservations are required for some Country Club events as announced. For special events, reservations must be canceled 24 hours in advance of the day of the event or the person making the reservation will be charged full price for the event.
3. Members and guests are not permitted in Clubhouse Food and Beverage preparation, storage or “employees only” areas without permission of management.
4. Anyone under 21 is not allowed in the Country Club bar unless accompanied by a parent or adult member. Children under the age of 10 shall not be permitted in Country Club or Yacht Club unless accompanied by a parent or adult member. No playing, running, etc. is permitted in the lobby, dining, bar areas of the clubs or on the deck at the Yacht Club.
A. RULES FOR PLAY ON GOLF COURSES
1. USGA Rules of Golf and Golf Course etiquette will apply at all times except when modified by local rules.
2. All players must register in the Golf Shop or with the Starter prior to play. All play shall begin from the #1 tee unless permission to do otherwise has been given by the Golf Shop. Members who pay annual fees or monthly fees may contact the Golf Shop to determine the availability of courses prior to normal opening times.
3. Clothing of those styles which are available in the Golf Pro Shop, with men required to wear a collared shirt or turtleneck. Women may wear collared shirt or sleeved tops without collars. Men may wear walking/Bermuda length shorts. Women may wear skirts or walking/Bermuda length shorts. NOT TO BE WORN AT ANY TIME: T-shirts, sleeveless undershirts, tube tops, tank tops, short shorts or other attire deemed inappropriate by the golf shop.
4. Each player must have a set of golf clubs. No more than one player can play out of the same bag.
5. No more than four players in a group (foursome) allowed without permission from Golf Shop. During peak hours, Starters will put twosomes or singles with others to maximize golf course play.
6. Players must have proper identification at all times. Members must have Annual Dues tags or daily receipt. For guests paying on a daily basis, dated receipts for carts and greens fees must be in their possession prior to starting play. A member who has paid his annual golf fee, but who has not paid a cart fee will not ride with a member in a private cart, until appropriate cart fee has been paid.
7. Allow faster players through, rake all traps, repair all ball marks on greens.
8. No practicing will be allowed on golf courses at any time. A practice range, putting green and chipping area is provided.
9. During hours of golf course operations, walkers and joggers are not allowed to use courses as exercise trails, nor is fishing permitted in golf course lakes except where posted.
10. All golfers must respect the property bordering the golf courses. All of those lots are privately owned and players should respect the owner’s privacy. Out-of-bounds are marked with white stakes and golfers should not hit from out-of-bounds.
11. Only two players and two sets of clubs will be allowed on one cart.
12. When posted “cart path only” carts will be restricted to cart paths. At all other times the 90 degree rule will be in effect. In no case shall a cart be driven closer than 30 feet from a green except when it is on cart path. At no time should carts be driven past the barber poles in front of greens. Par 3's are cart path only at all times for all golfers.
13. No carts will be driven through heavy rough areas.
14. Property owners may use their privately owned golf carts on Diamondhead courses upon payment of cart fees as established by the Association. Carts may not be loaned to persons who have not paid the appropriate cart fees.
15. Any member who is not on the annual cart fee program must pay a special cart fee when playing out of a private cart.
16. No bicycles, motorbikes or any other vehicles other than those authorized may be on the Golf Courses or Cart Paths at any time.
17. Annual golf fees for double are considered to be husband and wife.
18. The following rules will govern the use of golf carts by handicapped golfers with special flags on Diamondhead golf courses.
SPECIAL FLAGS: Special flags will be issued to persons submitting sufficient evidence for handicap status including Disabled Parking Permit and related medical records. These flags are available to qualifying Diamondhead members in good standing only.
LIMITATION: These flags entitle the handicapped golfer to take their golf carts inside the designated “barber pole” post in front of the greens. However, carts are to stay at least thirty (30) feet from the putting green surface and remain outside of any bunkers and/or mounds near the greens. Carts with orange flags are permitted in these areas ONLY when the fairways are open to all cart traffic by the Golf Professional or the Golf Course Superintendent. WHEN THE COURSE IS RESTRICTED BECAUSE OF WET CONDITIONS, ALL CARTS ARE RESTRICTED TO CART PATHS. ALL PAR THREES ARE RESTRICTED TO CART PATHS AT ALL TIMES.
ABUSE: Anyone abusing the golf courses and/or privileges will have this privilege rescinded.
19. Only soft spikes are allowed on the golf courses and in the Club.
C. GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR GOLF COURSE AND GOLF SHOP
1. Hours of operation of Golf Shop will vary with the seasons, but the Shop will be open during all times that the golf courses are open for play.
2. Tee times are required daily, 7 days a week.
3. The Association reserves the right to restrict guest play to protect usage by members.
4. No one will be allowed on the courses without proper Member Identification or proper Guest Card unless guest is accompanied by a member.
5. Carts may be rented only to individual with valid driver’s license. Individuals renting carts are solely responsible for any damage occurring to the carts while in their possession. Rented carts are only to be used on the Golf Course and cart paths. A deposit may be required on all rented carts, to be refunded upon their return in good shape and at the proper time.
6. Rangers will be on the courses during normal playing hours. It is their duty to point out rules infractions to players and when deemed necessary, to report such infractions to the Golf Shop. Members will be responsible for their guest’s actions.
7. Players who continue to violate Rules of Play will be notified in writing by the Board of Directors that the next reported violation will cause the assessment of a $100.00 fine. Further violations will require suspension of privileges.
8. The Golf Pro Shop will be responsible for guest awareness of all Rules of Play when guest is not accompanied by a member.
9. The course Superintendent, in conjunction with Golf Professional will make all decisions regarding playing conditions of the courses, determining when they should be closed or “paths only” rules in effect.
10. The Course Superintendent in conjunction with the golf professionals may close either nine or eighteen holes at any given time for maintenance purposes.
11. The use of private golf carts on our Diamondhead courses is a privilege that must not be abused. No one shall drive a private cart on the course until the proper cart fee has been paid and the sticker placed on the cart. The cart can only be driven on courses by the owner or his dependents who have a valid driver’s license.
12. The lending of a private golf cart to guest for use on golf courses requires cart fee payment by the guest to the Pro Shop.
Tennis World is located at the end of Noma Drive and consists of ten Har-Tru (Clay) courts.
1. Hours of operation will be adjusted by seasons and may be posted.
2. Reservations may be made at the Tennis Pro Shop.
3. Members may elect to pay a monthly or annual membership, whereby individuals or all members of the immediate family will have unlimited use of the facilities. Alternatively, members may choose to pay a daily rate. Rates may be obtained by calling the Tennis Pro Shop.
4. Member or guest fees must be paid before play.
5. Members and guests must register at Tennis Shop before play.
6. No player will be permitted access to the courts unless properly attired, including shirts or blouses, tennis shoes (soft soled). No street shoes or shoes that might mark or mar the court surface will be allowed.
7. There will be absolutely no play when the “courts closed” sign is posted.
8. Anyone abusing the courts in any way will forfeit use of the facility and will be reported to the General Manager for forwarding to the appropriate authorities.
1. The asphalt courts adjacent to the Country Club pool are open daily to members and their guests on a first-come, first-serve basis and require no reservations. If other persons are waiting for the courts they should be relinquished after one hour of play.
2. Use of all wheel devices, such as, skate boards, in-line and regular skates, scooters, bikes, wagons, etc. is prohibited.
3. Rules 6, 7, and 8 above also apply to these courts.
A. Marina facilities are for the use of members and authorized guests only.
B. All boats and trailers of members must have Diamondhead identification stickers. These may be obtained at Marina Store. The trailer sticker will be placed on the tongue of the trailer on the starboard side so as to be easily visible to the Harbor Master or marina employee as the boat is launched or retrieved. The boat sticker should be placed on the same side near the boat’s Registration numbers.
C. All boats using launch ramp must register with Harbor Master.
D. Members may use launching ramp at no charge if the boat being launched is owned and registered by the member and has a Diamondhead identification sticker and has been registered with the Harbor Master. All other boats being launched must pay a $5.00 launching fee.
E. Boat fuel tanks are to be filled only at the fuel dock area where safety regulations are enforced and safety equipment is available. This is a safety requirement for other boats, property and people in the Marina. Fuel not purchased at the Marina must be on-loaded to the boat at the fuel dock area.
F. Discharge of oil, fuel and other refuse and human waste at marina, harbor area and approaches is prohibited.
G. Smoking on fuel dock is prohibited.
H. Boats will leave and enter harbor at idle speed (no wake) and maintain idle speed (no wake) in Paradise Bayou. Paradise Bayou is a “no wake” zone by order of the Hancock County Board of Supervisors (1-12-91).
I. No boats are to be left in parking lot or on the Marina grounds without specific permission of the Harbor Master.
J. Trailers are to be left in designated area only.
K. Do not block launch ramp area any longer than is absolutely necessary to launch boat or get boat on trailer.
L. Slips and tie-ups are available on a lease and a short term basis, with annual leases being given priority of slips. Contracts must be signed and contents therein adhered to in order to keep boats in marina. Information may be obtained by contacting the Harbor Master.
GENERAL RULES FOR ALL ASSOCIATION POOLS.
Note: Condominium pools are private pools for each condominium association and are not under the jurisdiction of the P.O.A.
A. Pools are for the use of members and authorized guests only.
B. All members and guests are required to register with lifeguards who will collect appropriate guest fees. Members may obtain guest cards for more than one day.
C. Pools are open daily during June, July, and August unless closed for cleaning or adding chemicals. When lifeguard is not on duty the “swim at your risk” rule will apply.
D. No food, picnicking, ice chests or glassware are allowed on deck areas around the pools. Roughhousing, dunking, running or other unsafe activities are not allowed. Violators will be required to leave the pool area.
E. Lifeguards have the authority to refuse admission to any person or persons who have previously broken the rules and/or who have been annoying others. Security will be called if necessary.
F. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
G. No cut-offs or street clothes allowed in pool
H. Rafts, balls, etc. will be allowed in pool at discretion of lifeguard.
I. Bicycles and motorized vehicles permitted in parking areas only.
J. Pets are not allowed in pool areas.
K. Rules and hours are posted at all pools.
L. Swimming after dark is not permitted.
M. Anyone swimming when pools are closed will be removed by Security.
N. Any person using the facilities does so with the knowledge, understanding and agreement that the Association is in no way to be held responsible for any accident or injury whatsoever that may occur in or about these facilities, nor is the Association responsible for lost or stolen property.
O. Additional rules may be posted at pools or invoked by lifeguards or management to provide smoother operation or protect users and/or property.
IX. RECREATIONAL AREAS AND LAKES
A. Recreation areas are not normally reserved for private groups to the exclusion of members.