Good Neighbor Policy

Welcome to The Vinyards, a residential community in Branson, Missouri where many neighbors are full-time residents. This policy outlines simple rules that help everyone enjoy their stay.

Quiet Hours

Between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM, noise from your unit should not be audible to your neighbors. This includes music, television, voices, and movement. If you're hosting a gathering, wrap it up before 10:00 PM. Outside of quiet hours, keep noise at reasonable levels.

Occupancy

Your unit has a maximum occupancy limit set by the Fire Department based on safe egress. This limit is stated on your rental agreement and cannot be exceeded. Overnight guests beyond this number are not permitted.

Parking

Park only in designated parking areas on a first-come, first-served basis.

Vehicles that will be towed immediately:

Blocking fire lanes, dumpsters, or other vehicles
Parked in handicapped spaces without a valid placard
RVs, boats, trailers, or commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs

No vehicle repairs, maintenance, or washing in the parking lot.

Trash

Bag all trash and place it inside the dumpsters (not beside them)
No trash on balconies, patios, or in hallways
Large or bulky items cannot be placed in dumpsters—dispose of them elsewhere

Grills and Cooking

No grills, BBQs, or similar cooking devices are allowed on patios, balconies, or inside your unit. This is a strict fire safety rule. Use only the designated BBQ areas approved by the Association.

Smoking, Vaping, and Odor Policy

Smoking and vaping of any substance (tobacco, marijuana, etc.) are prohibited:

Inside your unit
On your patio, balcony, or deck
In all common areas (hallways, stairwells, pool area)

You may smoke tobacco only in designated outdoor areas located at least 25 feet from building entrances, windows, or vents.

Marijuana Odor Policy

The Vinyards shares walls, floors, ceilings, and ventilation systems. You cannot smoke, vape, or use bongs, pipes, or any combustion device with marijuana (or any other substance) inside your unit, on your patio or balcony, or anywhere on the property if the smell reaches neighboring units.

This restriction applies to any method that creates detectable odor through combustion or vaporization, including smoking marijuana, vaping marijuana, and using bongs or water pipes.

If marijuana odor from your unit is detectable in hallways, neighboring units, or common areas, the property owner will be fined, and those fines will likely be passed to you. This rule applies even if you have a medical marijuana card—the restriction is about odor and nuisance to neighbors, not legality.

Edible marijuana products do not create odor and are not restricted by this policy.

Hallways and Common Areas

Keep hallways, stairwells, and breezeways clear of all personal items (shoes, bags, toys, etc.)
Items left in these areas will be removed without notice—they're fire code violations
Behave respectfully in all common areas

Pool Rules

NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY. SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Children under 14 must be supervised by an adult (18+) at all times
No glass containers, pets, smoking, running, or rough play
No food; beverages in non-glass containers are allowed
Follow posted pool hours

Violations and Fines

The property owner is strictly liable for any violations you commit. Fines will be charged to the owner, who may pass them on to you per your rental agreement. Serious or repeat violations may result in immediate eviction without refund.

Common violations include:

Noise complaints during quiet hours
Marijuana or smoke odor reaching neighboring units
Exceeding occupancy limits
Smoking or vaping in prohibited areas
Parking violations
Using grills on balconies

Emergency Contact

If you have an urgent issue (maintenance emergency, noise complaint, safety concern), contact your property manager immediately. Contact information should be provided in your rental materials.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 911.

Thank you for respecting our community. Enjoy your stay at The Vinyards!