Know the requirements of Canyon Lake roads

There are different types of requirements for motor vehicles within the POA. Any motor vehicle operated within the community of Canyon Lake Property Owners Association shall be operated in accordance with these rules and in a safe and prudent manner.

Additionally, the POA has adopted the Rules and Regulations of the California Drivers Handbook issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles and commonly known as the “Rules of the Road” as the basis for the implementation of the following Rules for Motor Vehicles.

The “Rules of the Road” is a set of customary practices, especially for the operation of a motor vehicle established to promote efficiency and safety, which must be followed to the extent applicable. Violations may result in disciplinary action, including fines and or legal enforcement proceedings.

Rule GR.5.1

Non-specified violations in the community that are not specifically enumerated in these paragraphs will carry or be subject to a fine as set forth by POA. Any and all violations are enforceable by Community Patrol.

Rule GR.5.1b

All vehicles operating within POA must have valid state registration.

Rule GR.5.1c

A maximum speed limit of 35 miles per hour is posted on the following major thoroughfares: Canyon Lake Drive North and South, Continental Drive, Vacation Drive, and Longhorn Drive. All other streets carry a maximum speed limit of 25 miles per hour.

Posted speed limits within the community will be enforced by Community Patrol and may be enforced through, but not limited to, the use of radar speed guns, radar speed enforcement cameras or other speed enforcement systems.

Any person who receives additional speeding citations within 36 months of a previous offense shall be subjective to a progressive fine after notice and an opportunity to be heard. The progressive fine shall be compounded for each additional offense.

Rule GR.5.1d

The two way turning lane (middle lane) is not a passing lane.

Rule GR.5.1e

No riding in boats while the vehicle is being towed on the street(s) of Canyon Lake. Motor vehicles and golf carts may not tow bicycles or skateboards.

Rule GR.5.1f R

The POA enforces the California Vehicle Code’s rules of the road regarding drinking any alcoholic beverages. No open containers. No possession by a minor of any alcoholic beverage in a vehicle. These rules also apply to golf carts and other motor vehicles operated on the streets or parking areas of the POA.

Rule GR.5.1g

Vehicles must enter the Canyon Lake community through the gates. All other entry is subject to a citation and/or removal.

Rule GR.5.1h

All POA decals must be affixed to the vehicle on the inside lower left corner of the windshield.

 Rule GR.5.1l

Evading a Community Patrol Officer is prohibited.

Rule GR.5.1t

Use of a wireless communication device of any kind while operating a motor or electric vehicle unless the wireless device is being used in “hands-free” mode. All drivers are prohibited from using a wireless communication device to write, send or read a text-based communication while driving.

Other Rules

Drivers also may be cited for failure to stop for a school bus signal, failure to stop for a stop sign, crossing over a double-yellow line, illegally passing on the right, reckless driving and following too close.

A complete list of POA Rules and Regulations can be found on the POA website at canyonlakepoa.com.