Rules

Sierra Heights Homeowners Association (SHHOA) Clubhouse/Pool/Court - Rules for Faculity Use (as of 23 March 2023)

General Rules

1. The facility is for the private use of SHHOA members and their guests only.
2. Children under the age of 12 cannot use the facility unsupervised at any time.
3. A responsible member (minimum age 12) must accompany any non-member guests at all times. Members are
responsible for guests obeying SHHOA rules.
4. SHHOA is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury to any person or personal property.
5. Facilities are open from 6:00 am to 12:00 midnight each day; closed from midnight until 6:00 am.
6. The front entrance gate and pool gate must be kept closed and locked at all times. However, a member
that is hosting a party or large group at the clubhouse facilities can keep the front gate open during the time
that guests are entering or leaving the facility. Also, lock the bathroom doors/gates and court gates when leaving.
7. The clubhouse/pool/court complex is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is allowed in the parking lot only.
8. Contact Mervat Mansour, 210-771-3926, for clubhouse rental information. Rental of the clubhouse includes private use
of the 2nd floor of the clubhouse. It does not include exclusive use of the pool, bathrooms, and court areas. These
areas can be used by clubhouse renters and their guests on a shared basis with SHHOA members and their guests.
9. A fee or donation cannot be requested for any activity at the clubhouse unless approved by the SHHOA Board.
10. Pets are not allowed within the facility (except for officially-designated service pets).
11. Skateboards or any type of powered vehicles are not allowed within the facility.
12. Open fires and fireworks are strictly prohibited.
13. Wood fires are not allowed in the clubhouse party room fireplace. Candles can be used in the fireplace.
14. Personal barbeque grills are not allowed. A gas barbeque grill is available for rental on the premises.
A small electrical hot plate (one hot plate) may be utilized if used responsibly.
15. Anyone entering the facilities, including the parking lot, during closed hours; or, entering the facility by any means
other than through a gate with a valid member key will be considered as trespassing.
16. Up to three official member keys can be issued per household. Member keys may not be duplicated privately.
17. Use waste receptacles for trash and recycle containers for recyclable items.
18. Anyone causing damage or loss to the facility may be prosecuted.
19. Notify an SHHOA board member of any injury, loss, damage, or vandalism to the facility.
20. Responsible consumption of alcoholic beverages by adults (aged 21 and over) is allowed.
21. Anyone violating SHHOA rules or is guilty of irresponsible conduct/behavior (e.g., use of vulgar
language, fighting, excessively loud noise/music, violent or threatening behavior, jeopardizing someone’s safety,
etc.) may be suspended or expelled in accordance with the association bylaws.

 

Pool Area Rules

1. The “General Rules” above also apply to the enclosed area of the adult and wading (“kiddie”) pools.
2. Children under the age of 12 using the swimming pool must be supervised by their parents or an adult 18 years or
older that is authorized by the parent to supervise the child.
3. No lifeguard is on duty. Swim at your own risk.
4. Proper swim attire is required.
5. Diving into either the adult or wading pool is strictly prohibited.
6. Glass face masks, bottles or other glass containers are not allowed in the pool area.
7. No running, rough playing, or horseplay. Activities that interfere with other members using the pool are prohibited.
8. No food, drinks or chewing gum on the pool edge or in the pools.
9. Roller blades, roller skates, skateboards, scooters, bikes, etc. are not allowed in the pool area.
10. Children who are not toilet trained must wear swim diapers.
11. Persons with skin disorders, colds or other infections/diseases are not allowed in the pools.

 

Outdoor Covered Patio Area With Grill Rules

1. This area can be used by SHHOA members and guests on a first come, first served basis, except when reserved.
2. Reservations include the BBQ grill, whether it is used or not. A reservation fee of $20 must be paid in advance.
3. The BBQ grill can only be operated by adults. Instructions for starting the grill are inside the door.
4. After use, the area (including picnic table and BBQ grill) must be cleaned and picked up such that it is left as clean or
cleaner than before being used.
5. Extension cords cannot be used with the 120 VAC electrical outlet (on side of right wall). Any devices plugged into
the outlet must be kept at least 10 ft. from the pool.
6. Users will be responsible for any damage to the picnic table, grill, gazebo, etc.
7. Contact Mervat Mansour (210-771-3926) or Klaus Bartels (210-698-5205) for reservations or questions.

 
 

Court Rules

1. All rules under “General Rules” above also apply to the court areas.
2. The courts are primarily for social use by members playing with other members, their families, or invited guests.
3. The uppermost courts (#1 and #2) are primarily for tennis; however, one of the courts can be used for “soccer tennis”

if played in a responsible manner. No other activities, such as skateboarding, rollerblading, roller-skating, bicycling, or
push scooters are allowed on the tennis courts. Only tennis shoes or shoes with rubber soles are allowed. If both
tennis courts are being used and someone else arrives to play, the players on the court that have played the longest
will limit their play to 1 hour and 15 minutes maximum.  If they have already exceeded this time, then they can play
up to 10 minutes more to finish their game or set before turning the court over to people waiting.
4. The lower court (#3) is a multi-sport/game court used primarily for basketball, pickleball, volleyball, badminton,
hopscotch, and 4-square activities. Rollerblading, roller-skating, bicycling, and use of push scooters are allowed if it
does not interfere with the primary uses of the court. Protective safety gear appropriate for the activity should be
used (e.g., helmets, knee and elbow pads, etc.). If the pickleball court is being used and someone else arrives to play,
the players on the court will limit their play to 1 hour and 15 minutes maximum.  If they have already exceeded this
time, then they can play up to 10 minutes more to finish their game before turning the court over to people waiting.
5. If members wish to take lessons (i.e., tennis, basketball, pickleball, volleyball) from either member or non-member
instructors, they may do so. If a member wishes to provide lessons (for free or for a fee) to other members, he/she
may do so. If a member wishes to provide lessons (for free or for a fee) to those who are not SHHOA members,
he/she may do so; however, this will always be secondary to court availability for members’ recreational play.
6. Do not sit on, hang from, or otherwise abuse the nets or other court equipment.
7. Turn off court lights & close the gates after use. Court lights do not operate during daylight hours or after midnight.