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Each WLHSA member is bound by these rules and regulations, we strongly encourage you to review them and take steps to comply where necessary in order to avoid future fines/liens associated with issues of non-compliance. |
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Woodland Lake Shore Rules and Regulations
Revised 10/6/2025 (significant changes in red)
Woodland Lake Shore Homeowners Association Rules and Regulations contain general information about the Woodland Lake Shore Homeowners Association, clarifications of the governing documents where needed, and rules and regulations adopted by the Board of Trustees as allowed in the Association’s governing documents. Rules and Regulations have been adopted with the intent of providing the residents of WLSHA with a practical plan for day-to-day living in our Association. A successful Association is a community of owners who exhibit a pride of homeownership and share a common vision as to what constitutes a desirable neighborhood. Rules and regulations are reviewed on an ongoing basis by the Woodland Lake Shore Board of Trustees. These rules and regulations have been developed and are being put in to place in order to provide a safe, secure neighborhood, and to protect our property values - the most vital asset of the neighborhood. This document is a supplement to the “Deeds & Restrictions, and By Laws”. These Rules and Regulations are binding on all Homeowners, their families, renters and guests. It should be understood that these rules and regulations are binding to all tenants as well as owners. Any necessary action that needs to be taken will be considered a violation by both owner and the tenant of the property in question. These rules and regulations shall be effective immediately having been adopted by the Woodland Lake Shore Board of Trustees on 6/20/2022 (and revised October 6, 2025). These rules and regulations shall remain in effect until superseded by revisions approved by the Woodland Lake Shore Board of Trustees.
Leasing Policy Rules Relating to Leases, Lessees and Non-Resident Homeowners
A. The Owner must make available to the Lessee copies of the Deeds and Restrictions, By-laws, and the Rules and Regulations, and the Lessee shall be subject to and shall comply with all the terms thereof. The Owner shall assume responsibility for any violation by his/her tenant of the Deeds and Restrictions, By-laws, or Rules & Regulations. If a tenant violates any provision of the Declaration, By-laws, or Rules & Regulations, the Board at its discretion shall determine what action or actions should be taken against the Owner and/or tenant, as the case may be up to and including pursuing lease termination/eviction through proper court proceedings.
B. All costs and expenses, including court costs and attorney fees, incurred by the Board in connection with any violations under this leasing policy shall be assessed to the account of the Homeowner responsible thereof.
C. All off-site Homeowners shall provide the WLSHA, in writing, their current address(es) and telephone number(s) where they may be reached in an emergency, both at home and at work. Any expenses incurred by the Association in locating an Owner who fails to provide such information shall be assessed to that Homeowner. Any Owner who fails to provide his current mailing address shall be deemed to have waived the right to receive notices at any address other than the address of the home being leased.
Rules Applicable to all Association property (including platted roads, road ends, and Park)
A. Homeowners are responsible for the conduct of all their residents, children and guests.
B. All Homeowner, residents, children, and/or their guests are required to abide by all state and local ordinances (Brighton Township) including those governing curfew and noise ordinance. A link to township ordinances is provided at the end of this document.
C. Homeowners, residents, renters and their guests will not discharge refuse, litter, debris or other objects onto association property, or into the lake or pond, at any time. Those homeowners, residents, renters or guests found discharging refuse, litter, debris or other objects are subject to fines and/or liens.
D. Residents are encouraged to maintain (mow, water, seasonal landscaping, etc.) the association property defined as the “green space” meaning the property from their parcel boundary to the paved portion of the platted association road.
E. Any proposed improvements to association property including “green space” property (ex: substantial hardscape landscaping or additional paving) requires approval by the board.
F. No toys, sports related equipment, bicycles, lawn chairs or any other personal property shall be stored on association property. It is understood that portions of association property will be used for purposes of entertaining or daily use and might involve chairs, nets, tents, games etc. However, residents should plan to completely remove such property within 48 hours of the event. Failure to do so is subject to fines and/or liens.
G. Use of association property for purposes of hosting a gathering or event of 50 or more guests requires approval of the Board and evidence of liability insurance coverage in the minimum amount of $1M listing the association as an additional insured party.
H. Unauthorized storage of any kind is expressly prohibited on all association property with exceptions as noted in section I. Homeowners, residents, renters or guests who do store anything without written authorization from the board shall be subject to fines and/or liens until the item(s) are removed. Further, the Association may elect to remove and store items at its discretion. Any fees associated with removal and/or storage are the responsibility of the homeowner, residents, renters or guests.
I. Exception: Most association parcels include existing paved portions of association property that connect a homeowner’s driveway to a main association road(s). These surfaces, while technically association property, are appropriate to continue use for parking and storage of properly/currently licensed vehicles, trailers, or watercraft.
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL NON-WATERFRONT WLSHA MEMBERS UNDERSTAND THAT THEY HAVE NO DEEDED ACCESS
TO WATERFRONT PROPERTY WITHIN THE WLSHA CORPORATE BOUNDARIES. As such, docking a boat in the lake at the Carols Drive Road end is a privilege, not a right. Furthermore, any policies/rules with respect to boat usage and/or storage are subject to Brighton Township, OWL, and/or EGLE regulations & laws.
Non-waterfront WLSHA members must be fully compliant with current by laws/rules and regulations, as well as being current with respect to payment of dues and/or any open liens/fines in order to enjoy these privileges. These privileges do not extend to non-waterfront rental residents. The following additional provisions apply:
The maximum number of boats allowed to be docked at the Carols Drive Road end will be 4. This number, however, will be subject to annual review and/or adjustment downward by the WLSHA Trustees if deemed necessary. Up to two PWC’s can be substituted for a one boat (but not be in addition to the 4 boats).A. The maximum number of docks allowed is 2. Only safely maintained docks are allowed and ownership must be by a non-waterfront WLSHA member who has a boat docked for that season.
B. Non-waterfront WLSHA member watercraft slots at the Carols Drive Road end will be filled each year in the following priority order and subject to the additional requirements listed below:
1. Those who docked a boat during at least 3 months of the prior season/year2. If item 1 does not fill all slots, slots will be awarded to WLSHA property owners who are on the waitlist with the priority order as defined in item C.
C. Non-waterfront WLSHA members can be placed on a waitlist by sending an email requesting to be added by using the ‘contact us’ tab on our website. The email should include MC number and a copy of the watercraft registration (if available). The waitlist priority order will be based on the date the requesting email is received.
D. Each year, using the above priority order, the first 4 non-waterfront WLSHA members (or applicable maximum) selected will be notified by March 15 that they are candidates for one of the (up to) 4 available spots for the upcoming season. PLEASE UNDERSTAND THIS INITIAL COMMUNICATION DOES NOT AUTHORIZE A BOAT DOCKING SPOT FOR YOU. To formally secure a spot, the following MUST be sent to the association via the ‘contact us’ tab on our website by April 15:
1. A copy of their current boat registration, and2. Evidence of liability insurance coverage in the minimum amount of $1M listing WLSHA as an additional insured party ($500,000 for PWCs).
If these items are received by April 15, the non-waterfront WLSHA member will be notified via email that they have been awarded a boat docking slot for the upcoming boating season.
E. If the above information is not received by April 15, WLSHA will assume that candidate has elected to be removed from consideration for a dock spot for the upcoming season and that spot will be offered to the next non-waterfront WLSHA member based on the waitlist and the priority order above. The new candidate(s) will have 30 days from this notification to provide the items detailed in Item D above. Failure to do so within the 30 days will again result in the candidate being removed from consideration for a dock spot.
F. If any boat slips remain open by June 1, 2026, for any reason, that spot will be offered to the next resident based on the priority order above (subject to the items required in item D above).
G. Each year, on a rotational basis, one slot owner will be assigned to assist in the communications to the boat slip candidates as well as monitor the Carols Drive Road end area and advise the Trustees of any concerns with respect to unauthorized docking or compliance concerns regarding the rules related to boat and/or dock storage.
H. No boat launching is allowed on association property.
I. No storage of any form vehicles, trailers, campers, personal items or trash cans is allowed. Violations will be subject to fines and/or liens.
J. Use of boat hoists and/or canopies is not permitted.
K. Only storage of, non-waterfront members docks will be permitted at Carols Drive Road end, and only from the period of October 15th to April 15th.
L. WLSHA is not liable for any docks, equipment, or boats kept in the aforementioned area.
M. Non-waterfront WLSHA members cannot moor or dock any watercraft at the WLSHA park lot waterfront.
General Rules
Garbage – All rubbish, trash and garbage shall be regularly removed from the property and shall not be allowed to accumulate. Association Board of Trustees shall determine the rubbish collection contractor to be utilized for all homes in the Association. Alternative rubbish collection contractors are prohibited. The Board of Trustees will obtain competitive bids to obtain a reasonable cost/benefit service to the owners. Owners or residents who obtain alternative rubbish collection service shall be in violation and will be subject to a twenty-five dollar ($25.00) fine each week that a non-authorized rubbish collector is used. Owners are responsible for the compliance of their tenants. Owners or residents who transport their own trash in their own vehicle shall not be in violation of this regulation.
Parking – As in any subdivision or association, your driveway should be considered your primary parking location. The Board understands that for daytime visitors, occasional out of town guests, gatherings etc., temporary parking will be needed that may involve association property – we simply ask that you use good neighborly judgement in that regard. Good and neighborly judgement would include assuring that all vehicles parked on association property are truly temporary in nature and are not parked in a way that becomes an impediment to normal and safe traffic flow on association paved roads. If we all exercise good judgement in this regard, additional future specificity with regard to parking rules can be avoided.
The following items are governed by Brighton Township ordinances and/or state Laws. Residents’ concerns with any of these issues should be directed to the appropriate governing authorities.
A. Exterior – The exterior of the dwelling must be kept in reasonably good repair. Any concerns with appearance, abandoned vehicles and/or blight should be evaluated against Brighton Township ordinances and brought to the attention of the township where appropriate.
B. Fences – All fences must be installed in accordance Brighton Township ordinances. A permit from Brighton Township is needed to install a fence on your property.
C. Garage Sales – Residents must abide and comply with Brighton Township ordinances regarding garage sales.
D. Pets – Please pick up after your pets and follow all Brighton Township ordinances and state laws with regard to pets. As a reminder, both local and state ordinance required your pets always be walked on a leash and not allowed to roam into other peoples’ yards. We have had dog attacks in the neighborhood and in several instances, the police have responded.
E. Sheds – All sheds must be built in accordance with all Brighton Township ordinances. A permit from Brighton Township is needed in order to install a shed on your property.
F. Keyholing – Brighton Township General Ordinances (specifically section 13-07) address the issue of who is able to dock boats, how many, etc. on their waterfront property. If you are aware of individuals who you believe are not in compliance, please contact the Brighton Township Planner.
G. Short term rentals – Brighton Township residential districts ordinances (Article 3) do not allow short term rentals (such as VRBO, Airbnb etc.) in our community. Concerns should be addressed to the Brighton Township Planner.
Enforcement and Fee Guidelines
Violations of these Rules and Regulations will be brought to the attention of the homeowner and/or renter via US mail and/or email notification.
The homeowner/renter will have a “grace period” to address the violation as specified in the letter/email referenced above but generally in the range of 2 to 7 days (depending on the nature/severity of the offense).
Once the grace period has expired, fines and/or liens will be administered at the sole discretion of the Woodland Lake Shore Board of Trustees. With the exception of the previously mentioned weekly garbage fine of $25, it is the Board’s position that minimum fines will be $100 for an initial offense. Notifications of such fines will be in writing via US mail and/or email notices with a documented due date which will generally be 30 days.
After the documented due date has expired without resolution, fine frequency and incremental increases (up to a maximum of $300/month) will be at the sole discretion of the Trustees and will be continue to be issued until the violation is rectified. Owed fees will be assessed to the account of the Homeowner.
It is within the Woodland Lake Shore Board of Trustees authority to place a lien on the subject property for the amounts owed at any time and at its sole discretion.
All costs and expenses, including court costs and attorney fees, incurred by the Board in connection with any violations under these Rules and Regulations shall be the responsibility of the Homeowner with such fees being assessed to the account of the Homeowner.
Links of interest
Brighton Township Code of Ordinances: https://www.brightontwp.com/173/Code-of-Ordinances
WLSHA website: https://woodlandshorehomeownersassocation.wildapricot.org/