These house rules are specially prepared to assist you in the moving-in process and setting up your home in the condominium. Do find the time to read them and if you still have questions which are not answered, please feel free to approach the Management Staff. We are only too pleased to assist you in any way possible.
Some residents may disagree with certain House Rules, but it should be appreciated that the House Rules are formulated for the common good. However, to meet the changes in the owner's requirements, the House Rules can be revised as necessary at any Annual General Meeting, if such changes have a majority support and provided they meet the requirements of the Land Titles (Strata) Act.
Your co-operation in observing the rules and regulations set in the following pages will help to make the estate a more congenial place to live.
The House Rules have a legally binding effect on all owners, residents and visitors.
Part 1 - Essential Services
Management and Maintenance
- Common Property - The common property consists of the land and the buildings that are not comprised in any lot and is common to all the Subsidiary Proprietors, for example, common staircase, car parks, lifts and any communal facilities. An appointed managing agent will perform the management and maintenance of the common property. This is to ensure that the duty and responsibility is impartially and professionally executed.
- Individual Strata Lot/Unit - A Strata lot/unit is any part of land consisting space of any shape below, on or above the surface of the land. Therefore the Subsidiary Proprietor shall be responsible for the proper care and upkeep of his/her own unit. However, Subsidiary Proprietor is advised to abide by the terms and conditions as laid down in the Sales and Purchase Agreement, Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act 2004 and other relevant rules.
- Individual Strata Lot/Unit - A Strata lot/unit is any part of land consisting space of any shape below, on or above the surface of the land. Therefore the Subsidiary Proprietor shall be responsible for the proper care and upkeep of his/her own unit. However, Subsidiary Proprietor is advised to abide by the terms and conditions as laid down in the Sales and Purchase Agreement, Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act 2004 and other relevant rules.
Maintenance Contribution
- The purpose of the maintenance contribution is to pay for the day-to-day expenses of the administration, repair and maintenance of the common property. Each Subsidiary Proprietor shall be required to contribute an amount proportional to the share value of the respective lot.
Part 2 - Preliminary
Definitions
- These Rules may be referred to as the HOUSE RULES of ONE DEVONSHIRE, and are to be read in conjunction with the By - Laws laid out in the Second Schedule of The Supplement of Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act 2004.
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In these Rules, unless the context otherwise requires:
- "Subsidiary Proprietor" or "Owner" means a person or persons holding legal title to a housing unit in One Devonshire or where separate titles are not yet issued. It includes purchasers whose names appear in the Sales and Purchase Agreement.
- "Lessee" or "Tenant" means a person occupying a housing unit pursuant to a lease or tenancy agreement between the owner and him/her.
- "Resident" shall mean the occupier of a lot which definition shall where appropriate include an owner or any other person authorised by such owner to occupy the lot as a tenant or lessee thereof and shall include the members of the family of such occupier, provided always that this term "member of the family" shall not include guests, servants or agents of the occupier.
- "Guest" shall mean a person other than a resident who is on the premises at the invitation of a resident.
- "Common Areas" shall mean all common areas in the Estate.
- "Common Property" shall bear the meaning ascribed to it under the Building Maintenance and Strata Management Act (BMSM Act) and include all facilities, plant equipment and fittings installed in the Development.
- "Development" or "Estate" shall mean the housing units and common areas of One Devonshire.
- "Managing Agent" or "Management" shall mean the managing agent and his authorised representatives who are officially appointed for the management and maintenance of the Estate.
- "Lot" or "Unit" shall mean a stratum which is shown as a lot on strata title plan, and includes a lot specified as an accessory on any such plan.
- "Relevant Authorities" shall include but not limited to Building & Construction Authority, Energy Market Authority, National Environment Agency, Fire Safety & Shelter Department, Singapore Power Services Ltd and Singapore Telecommunication Ltd, etc.
- "Contractor" shall mean the contractor carrying out renovation works and moving about activities in the Development.
- "Household Pet" shall mean all domestic cats and dogs, birds, rabbits, aquarium fishes and such other animals (except horses, cattle, sheep, goat, poultry, duck and domestic pigs) which do not fall within the definition of "wild animals and birds" under the Wild Animals and Birds Act (Cap 351, Singapore Statutes 1985 edition).
- "Repairs and/ or Renovation Works" shall mean any alterations, additions, maintenance, extension or similar works which could context a permit.
- The security guards have been instructed to check all persons entering into the Estate. Person(s)/ agent(s) acting on behalf of the Subsidiary Proprietor must produce Authorisation Letter from the Subsidiary Proprietor. The Authorisation Letter must be submitted to the Management in advance for verification and record.
- All Subsidiary Proprietors and Residents are required to abide by the BMSM Act, by-laws and all Rules and Regulations contained herein so as to uphold the good spirit of communal living in this prestigious Estate.
Part 3 - General
Management and Maintenance
Part 4 - Recreational Facilities
General
- The recreational facilities are for the exclusive use by Residents and their guests. Non-resident owners are deemed to have assigned their rights to their tenants to use the facilities.
- A maximum of four guests per Unit shall be allowed to use the recreational facilities at any one time.
- Children under the age of twelve (12) years shall not be allowed to use any of the recreational facilities unless accompanied by their parents or supervising adults who shall be responsible for their safety and proper behaviour.
- Radios, hi-fi, television sets, musical instruments and other similar audio - visual equipment may not be played in or about the recreational facilities except when operated with headphones. It must be played at a reasonable level so as not to disturb the peaceful enjoyment of other Residents.
- Except for those games and activities for which the facilities were specifically intended, no other games or activities (such as soccer, roller-skating, skateboarding and "horse play" of any sort) shall be allowed in or about the recreational facilities.
- Residents shall be responsible for any damage caused to the recreational facilities by them and/or their guests. Residents must inform the Management Office of any existing damages to the facilities or equipment they or their guests are about to use, failing which they may be held responsible for such damage.
- Only coaches accredited/sanctioned by the Management are permitted to conduct lessons within the Estate. All coaches are to register with the Management for approval with original certificates/ licenses prior to conducting lessons. No coaching classes shall be conducted during the peak hours in the Estate.
- The Management shall not be held responsible for any injuries, damages or loss sustained by Residents and their guests during the use of the recreational facilities.
- The Management reserves the right to add new clauses or amend existing ones as and when necessary. The Management reserves the right to refuse any Resident from using the facilities if the Resident fails to abide by and comply with the House Rules on the usage of facilities.
Swimming Pool / Kids Pool / Fun Pool / Jacuzzi
- All Pools / Jacuzzi are opened from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily. For safety reasons, no person is allowed in the pool after 10.00 p.m. or during heavy rain or thunderstorm.
- Residents using the pools are encouraged to bring along their resident pass for identification purposes. Only Residents and their guests are permitted to use the pools. Guests must be accompanied and signed in by a Resident who shall ensure their guests comply with the rules and regulations contained herein. The maximum number of guests per housing unit shall not exceed four (4) at any one time.
- Children under twelve (12) years old must be accompanied by their parents or supervising adults when using the pools.
- There will be no life-guard in attendance. Therefore, all Residents and their guests who use the Pools / Jacuzzi / Play Pools are doing so at their own risk. All swimmers are to refer to the pool rules displayed by the poolside and observe the necessary precautions while using the pools.
- Swimmers are allowed to use only plastic goggles, floats and kick boards in the pools.
- The life buoys are strictly for emergency use only and must not be removed from the racks except for life-saving purposes.
- Showers must be taken at the footbath shower areas, and suntan lotion/oil must be removed from the body before entering the pools.
- Persons suffering from any infectious or communicable disease or with bandages or open wounds or blisters of any type are not permitted to use the pools.
- Noisy, rough or dangerous play is not permitted in the pools. Strictly no diving is permitted.
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The following activities are not allowed on the pool deck or within the pool vicinity:
- cycling
- throwing of frisbees
- roller-skating / blading
- skate-boarding
- ball sports
- roller-scooter
- Food and beverages are prohibited in the Pools / Jacuzzi and its immediate vicinity of the pool. Smoking is prohibited BY LAW at the swimming pool area.
- No pet is allowed in the pool, at the pool deck and its surroundings. The Management reserves the right to recover the costs from the involved parties incurred in cleaning the pool and/or any water test samplings.
- The safety equipment provided around the pools shall be used for their intended purposes only. No poolside furniture shall be removed from the pool area. Misuse of poolside furniture is strictly prohibited. Deck chairs and other poolside furniture may not be reserved. Persons vacating the pool area must remove all their belongings.
- All persons using the Pools / Jacuzzi must be in proper swimming attire as set by the Management. Persons in tee-shirts or shorts will not be allowed in the Pools / Jacuzzi. No person shall wear hair-pins, curlers, safety pins, bobby pins and other similar objects in the pools.
- Air-beds, surfboards, snorkelling and scuba-diving gear (such as flippers/fins, diving suits, glass mask/goggles), bulky inflatable toys, balls and similar objects shall not be permitted in the Pools / Jacuzzi. Plastic goggles may be worn and children may play with their water toys in the wading pool.
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Swimming coaching lessons shall be allowed (subject to the approval of the Management Corporation) during the following hours:-
- Mondays to Fridays : 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.
- Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays : No coaching allowed
- A deposit payment of S$ 100.00 shall be payable by the approved coaches before conducting any swimming coaching lessons in the Estate.
- The number of trainees for each swimming coach shall be restricted to a maximum of three (3) per session.
- Only qualified swimming coaches are allowed to conduct coaching lessons and must be registered with the Management Office before commencement of lessons.
- Guests are not allowed to take swimming lessons.
- Spitting, spouting water, blowing the nose or discharging bodily waste in the pools is strictly prohibited. Running, boisterous or rough play or excessive noise is forbidden in the pools, showers or changing rooms.
- While the Management will take every precaution to ensure the safety of person or persons using the pools, it shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any person, personal property, injury or death howsoever caused.
Basketball Shooting Area
- The basketball shooting area is opened from 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. daily.
- The basketball shooting area is for the exclusive use by the residents and their invited guests only. Guests must be accompanied by their hosts who shall ensure that their guests comply with the rules and regulations contained herein. The maximum number of guests who may use the basketball shooting area shall not exceed five (5) at any one time. Priorities will be given to residents.
- Residents should read the instructions provided before using the area. Due care must be exercised when using the area to avoid accidents and damages.
- Users are to limit the noise level at the area.
- Children below twelve (12) years of age must be accompanied by adults when using the equipment in the gymnasium.
- No food and pets are allowed in the basketball shooting area. Smoking is strictly prohibited.
- Residents using the facility must be properly attired (that is, T-shirts & shorts or track suits and sport shoes). The Management reserves the right to turn away users who are not properly attired.
- No training or coaching class shall be conducted by professionals or trainers during peak hours and without prior written approval from the Management
- The Management shall not be liable for any mishap, injury or loss sustained by Residents and/or their guests, howsoever caused during the use of the areas.
- Any damage shall be reported to the Management Office immediately. If the damage is not resulting from normal wear and tear, the user(s) may be responsible for its repair or replacement.
Kid's Play Area
- The kid's play area is opened from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily.
- The kid's play area is for the use of the purpose intended, and other games are strictly prohibited unless with written approval from the Management.
- The play area is designed for young children and must be accompanied by their parents or supervising adults who shall be responsible for the children's behaviour in the play area.
- All persons are advised to leave the play area during heavy rain and thunderstorms.
- No food and drink is allowed in the play area. No pet is allowed in the facilities area and smoking is strictly prohibited.
- Users must keep the place clean.
- Noisy, rough or dangerous play will not be permitted at the play area.
- While the Management will take every precaution to ensure the safety of the play equipment, it shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any person, personal property, injury or death arising from carelessness or negligence on the part of the person(s) concerned, or arising from failure to abide by the rules and regulations.
Barbecue Area
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The barbecue area is open for daily booking for the following two (2) sessions:
- 1st Session : 9.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
- 2nd Session : 4.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.
- One (1) Unit is only allowed one booking per session per month, subject to availability.
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Booking:
- Strictly only Residents above the age of sixteen (16) years and with valid resident pass are permitted to book the Barbecue Area.
- Bookings must be made in person up to one (1) month in advance at the Management Office during office hours.
- All reservations will be on a first-come-first-served basis and will only be confirmed after the completed application form and payment are submitted to and accepted by the Management Office.
- Residents are advised to make cancellation of bookings at least seven (7) days in advance before the booked date. Cancellation must be made in writing or in person.
- To discourage frivolous bookings, Residents who fail to turn up and without making proper and timely cancellation, the Management will forfeit the refundable deposit of S$20.00. Residents who fail to turn-up after two (2) bookings consecutively and without making proper cancellation will be barred from the use of the facility for the next (1) month commencing from the last booking.
- Residents undertake to comply with the Rules and Regulations as stated in the application form before any approval may be granted.
- All bookings are not transferable. Guests are not allowed to use the barbecue area on behalf of the Resident.
- A refundable cheque deposit of S$20.00 shall be made payable to "MCST 3882" upon booking. The deposit will only be refunded upon satisfaction by the Management that all rules and regulations have been complied with and all rubbish and debris removed after use. Resident can collect the cheque deposit from the Management Office in three (3) working days after the function.
- Proof of payment via mode of Paynow or Bank transfer is required to be sent to the management office
- All refunds of cash deposits will be made by way of cheques only, within 4 to 6 weeks upon the date of request for refund
- The cost of repairs, unwarranted and excessive cleaning or other additional charges, if any, will be deducted from the deposit and the balance will be refunded, free of interest, to the Resident.
- In the event the cost of repairs and additional charges exceeds the amount deposited, the Resident shall pay the additional amount.
- Residents are to confine the guests to the barbecue pits area only. It is advisable that a guest list be given to the Management Office to facilitate security control and guests' easy access into the Estate.
- Setting up of tents or camping overnight is not permitted.
- Highly flammable equipment and portable barbecue burners are not permitted at the Barbecue Pavilions.
- Live bands or mobile discos are not permitted.
- Portable radio, cassette and CD players are permitted at the barbecue area provided there are no complaints from Residents and the Management Reserves the right to authorise the removal of any of these equipment should it deem fit. The volume of the sound equipment must be maintained at a reasonable level.
- The Resident host shall ensure that there should not be excessive noise or nuisance caused to other Residents.
- Residents and their guests must ensure that the barbecue pits and its surroundings are left in a clean and tidy condition after use.
- Gambling, mah-jong, card games and any forms of gambling are strictly prohibited.
- The Resident shall be held responsible for the compliance with these Rules and Regulations in respect of the Barbecue Area and its facilities to the satisfaction of the Management. Inspection of the barbecue area shall be carried out by the Management to determine whether there has been such compliance. The Management reserves the right to refuse further bookings for a period of one (1) month for non-compliance of any of the above. All cost incurred in cleaning the area or to rectify any damage done shall be borne by the Resident concerned on an indemnity basis.
- All unwanted leftover food, litter, etc. must be disposed into trash bins provided. Washing of barbecue utensils, equipment, cutlery or crockery is not allowed at the changing rooms or on pool deck. In the event that the trash bins are full, Residents shall provide their own refuse container into which all litter, waste food, etc. are disposed off.
- Permission must be obtained from the Management prior to hiring of additional tables and chairs to be used at the barbecue area.
- Washing of utensils shall only be done at the washing point provided. Taps and wash basins in the changing rooms are not to be used for this purpose.
Fitness Area
- The fitness area is open from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily.
- Guest using the facility must be accompanied by a Resident who shall ensure that their guests comply with the rules and regulations contained herein.
- Residents should read the instructions provided before using the equipment. Due care must be exercised when using the equipment to avoid accidents and damages.
- Residents/Guests are advised to consult their medical practitioner before using the facilities. The Management will not be held responsible for any mishap arising from the use of the equipment.
- Children under twelve (12) years of age must be accompanied by adults when using the equipment in the fitness corner.
- Eating, drinking and smoking are strictly prohibited. Pets are out of bounds in the fitness corner.
- Residents using the facility must be properly attired. Bathing suits and street shoes are strictly prohibited.
- Audio and video equipment is strictly prohibited.
- Due care must be exercised when using the equipment in the fitness area and such equipment must not be moved from its location. No equipment is to be removed from the fitness corner.
- Residents are advised to bring along a towel when using the equipment in the fitness corner for personal hygiene.
Tennis Courts
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- Booking Hours: Mondays to Sundays: 0800 hrs to 2200 hrs
- Prime (Peak) time: Mondays to Fridays : 1900 hrs to 2200 hrs, Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays : 0800 hrs to 2200 hrs
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Booking
- Booking is allowed for one (1) hour per games per day, and a maximum of two (2) hours per week, subject to availability.
- Strictly only Residents with valid resident access card are permitted to make booking.
- Booking must be made in person, using of other unit's access card is prohibited. All bookings must be made in person through Management Office or web portal (when available). All bookings will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Booking will be accepted on a first come first served basis.
- Advance booking is permitted for up to seven (7) days, inclusive of the day of booking, e.g. Booking can be made on Sunday for day of play for next Sunday.
- Residents who are unable to turn up for their session of play must inform the Management at least two (2) hours before the playing time. In the case of no-shows, the booked hours will be forfeited after a grace of ten (10) minutes. The court may then be allocated to another person on a first-come-first-serve basis.
- Guests shall be accompanied by the Residents throughout the use of the courts who shall ensure that they comply with the rules and regulations.
- Players must be properly attired and must wear clean and non-marking sport shoes. Any player found not complying with the rule will be barred from the court.
- Smoking, eating, gambling, pets or other activities, other than games approved by the Management are not permitted in the courts. Football games are strictly not allowed in the tennis court.
- Players must vacate the court when their session ends.
- All players are advised to leave the court during heavy rain and thunderstorms.
- Children under the age of 12 years old are not permitted in the court unless accompanied by parents or supervising adults who shall be responsible for their behavior and safety.
- Guests shall be accompanied by the residents throughout the use of the courts who shall ensure that they comply with the rules and regulations. The maximum number of guests should not exceed five (5) persons.
- The Management will not be responsible for any injury, damage or loss sustained by Residents and /or their guests, howsoever caused, during the use of these facilities.
Aerobic Lawn
- The aerobic lawn is for the use of the purpose intended. And other activities are strictly prohibited unless with written approval from the Management.
- Pets are not allowed in the aerobic lawn.
- All litter must be disposed off in the receptacles provided.
- Residents shall ensure that their guests do not create any noise or nuisance or misconduct likely to interfere with the peaceful enjoyment or cause annoyance to other residents.
- Residents shall be responsible for any damages and shall pay for all costs and expenses incurred by the Management for making good such damages.
- Noisy, rough or dangerous play will not be permitted at the aerobic lawn.
- While the Management will take every precaution to ensure the safety of the equipment, it shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any personal property, injury or death arising from using the aerobic lawn.
Golf Driving Range/ Putting Green
- The Golf Driving Range/ Putting Green are for the use of the purpose intended. And other activities are strictly prohibited unless with written approval from the Management.
- Pets are not allowed in the Golf Driving Range/ Putting Green.
- All litter must be disposed off in the receptacles provided.
- Residents shall ensure that their guests do not create any noise or nuisance or misconduct likely to interfere with the peaceful enjoyment or cause annoyance to other residents.
- Residents shall be responsible for any damages and shall pay for all costs and expenses incurred by the Management for making good such damages.
- Noisy, rough or dangerous play will not be permitted at the Golf Driving Range/ Putting Green.
- While the Management will take every precaution to ensure the safety of the equipment, it shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any personal property, injury or death arising from using the Golf Driving Range/ Putting Green.
Jacuzzi (23rd Story)
- Jacuzzi are opened from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. daily. For safety reasons, no person is allowed in the pool after 10.00 p.m.
- Bookings for hourly use of Jacuzzi can be made up to one day in advance and are limited to a maximum of three hours per unit per week. The maximum number of guests per housing unit shall not exceed four (4) persons at any one time per pool.
- All booking must be made through the Condominium web portal subject to availability.
- Resident who wishes to book for the use of the above-mentioned facility would be required to pay a refundable deposit of $20.00 per booking to secure your booking with the Management office. The fee of $20.00 per booking shall be forfeited if there is no show after a grace period of 10 minute once the booking is confirmed. Resident is requiring to place additional deposit prior to any booking request.
- Booking is non-transferable.
- All Residents and their guests who use the Jacuzzi are doing so at their own risk. All persons are to refer to the pool rules displayed and observe the necessary precautions while using the facility.
- Showers must be taken at the footbath shower area before entering the pools.
- Persons suffering from any infectious or communicable disease or with bandages or open wounds or blisters of any type are not permitted to use the pools.
- Noisy, rough or dangerous play is not permitted in the pools. Strictly no diving is permitted.
- Food and beverages are prohibited in the Jacuzzi and its immediate vicinity of the pool. Smoking is prohibited BY LAW at the area.
- No pet is allowed in the pool, at the pool deck and its surroundings. The Management reserves the right to recover the costs from the involved parties incurred in cleaning the pool and/or any water test samplings.
- No facility furniture shall be removed from the facility area. Misuse of facility furniture is strictly prohibited. Deck chairs and other furniture may not be reserved.
- All persons using the Jacuzzi must be appropriately attired in swimwear.
- Children under the age of twelve (12) must be accompanied by adult.
- Spitting, spouting water, blowing the nose, or discharging bodily waste in the pools is strictly prohibited. Running, boisterous or rough play or excessive noise is forbidden in the pools.
- While the Management will take every precaution to ensure the safety of person or persons using the pools, it shall not be responsible for any loss or damage to any person, personal property, injury or death howsoever caused.
Disclaimer:-
While every reasonable care has been taken in preparing this attached information, the developer and its agents cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies. All statements are believed to be correct but are not to be regarded as statements or representations of fact. All information is current at the time of going to press and is subject to change.