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House rules, in plain language

Living here,
A to Z

More than 1,000 neighbors share one building, across 443 homes. These are the everyday rules that keep it pleasant for everyone.

443 units · 1,000+ residentsHouse Rules adopted October 2013Full rules in BuildingLink
Good neighbors

Respect the people around you

Quiet

Keep noise down at night. Noisy work only on weekdays, 9 AM–5 PM.

Pets

Register your pet. Leashes in common areas. Keep dogs off the plantings.

No smoking

No smoking in hallways, elevators, the lobby or the garden.

Your unit

What you take care of

Repairs are yours

Appliances, fixtures, floors and windows use your own licensed contractor.

Zone Air units

Free spring and fall maintenance; repairs and replacements are the owner’s cost.

Small water fixes

Staff can fix minor water-flow issues like toilet valves. You pay for parts.

Utilities included

Water, sewer and gas come with your maintenance. Electricity is yours.

Shared spaces

Hallways, laundry and trash

Laundry 6 AM–midnight

Every floor has a laundry room. Empty machines promptly.

Trash done right

Bag household trash and break down boxes. Nothing hazardous.

Bikes stored properly

Bikes in your unit or the bicycle area, never in hallways.

Keep exits clear

No shoes, mats or strollers in hallways. Never prop fire doors.

Services

Packages, mail and more

Packages

Logged by the Package Room; Amazon Hub lockers on site.

Mail

45 River Drive South, Unit #. Holds go through USPS.

Free pest control

Weekly exterminator visits on request.

KeyLink spare key

Leave a spare key for emergencies and lockouts.

Interactive

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Bicycles
Store bicycles in your unit or the designated bicycle area. Never in hallways, stairwells or the lobby.
Deliveries and contractors
Large deliveries need a service elevator reservation. Contractors are announced by the Front Desk and must carry a Certificate of Insurance.
Dry cleaning
Drop bags at the Front Desk with your name, unit number and instructions. Items wait in the Package Room for the cleaner.
Extermination
Free pest control. The exterminator visits weekly; request a visit at the Package Room and mention any pets.
Fire safety
Keep hallways and stairwells clear, never prop open fire doors, no grills or open flames on balconies.
Garbage and recycling
Bag household trash. Break down boxes. Never put hazardous or flammable items in the trash room.
Heating and cooling (Zone Air)
Free spring and fall maintenance. Repairs and replacements are the owner's cost; replacements need an Alteration Application.
Keys and lockouts
Keep a spare key in the KeyLink system at the Package Room for emergencies and lockouts. An after-hours lockout fee may apply.
Laundry rooms
A laundry room on every floor. Use it between 6 AM and midnight and remove clothes promptly.
Mail
Address: Your Name, 45 River Drive South, Unit #, Jersey City, NJ 07310. Holds and forwarding go through USPS.
Noise
Keep noise considerate, especially at night. Noisy repair work: weekdays 9 AM–5 PM, not on legal holidays.
Packages
Logged by the Package Room with a BuildingLink notice. Amazon Hub lockers are on site. Pick up promptly.
Parking
Monthly spaces at the garage at 35 River Drive South. Street parking on weekdays needs a Zone 7 permit.
Pets
Register all pets with the Management Office. Dogs on a leash in common areas and off the plantings.
Repairs inside your unit
Owners maintain appliances, fixtures, floors, windows and Zone Air units. Staff can fix minor water-flow problems; you pay for parts.
Ring Road
15 MPH speed limit. Loading and pickups limited to 25 minutes. Keep yellow fire lanes clear.
Smoking
No smoking in any common area: hallways, elevators, lobby or garden.
Utilities
Water, sewer and gas are included in maintenance. Electricity (PSE&G), internet and cable are in your name.
Windows and balconies
Never throw or shake anything from windows or balconies. Don't store items that could fall or blow away.
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