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Other set of Park Rules (focus on trailer appearence)

Schedule A
__________ Park

STANDARD RULES AND REGULATIONS 
FORMING PART OF THE LEASE BETWEEN

Landlord and Tenant(s) of __________ Park

1. HOMES
All homes shall be Canadian Standards Association (CSA) approved and shall be erected and installed in a proper workmanlike manner and in accordance with plans, specifications and site locations approved by the landlord in writing and no building, baby-barn, deck, or other erection, outbuilding or structure shall be constructed or placed on the lot otherwise than in conformity with such plans, specifications and site plans.

2. PROPOSED ADDITIONS AND ALTERATIONS
Any proposed addition to alteration to the home or other structure erected on any lot such as deck, fences or baby-barns, must be in accordance with the specifications, dimensions and standards including exterior siding as determined by the landlord and must first be approved by the landlord in writing. Metal outbuildings and or fixed carports and garages are not permitted.

3. SKIRTING
All homes must be skirted and vinyl and have black ground sealant installed within thirty (30) days of arrival, to the satisfaction of the landlord. Skirting colour, size and material must be pre-approved by the landlord. Should the skirting and ground sealant not be completed within the thirty (30) day period, the landlord may, at its options,skirt and seal the home at the tenant’s expense, and such expense shall be payable by the tenant to the landlord immediately upon completion.

4. STAIRS AND DECKS

Both front and rear stairs must be built and fully finished (painted and stained) within thirty (30) days of home arrival. Stairs must have a minimum size landing of four (4) foot by four (4) foot with proper railing and lattice work or spindles closing in the openings between the railing and landing, the railing and risers and the landing to the ground on the exposed side effects Decks are subjects to the same requirements.

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