Gables Metropolitan Uptown Move In Packet

Welcome Home

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING OUR COMMUNITY AS YOUR NEW HOME! WE HOPE THIS WELCOME LETTER HELPS YOU SETTLE IN.

COMMUNITY AMENITIES AND INFORMATION

• Pool hours are 10am to 10pm. Only two guests per apartment allowed. Pets and glass are not permitted.

• We have two gas grills at our outdoor kitchen area and charcoal girlls throughout the property. They are first come, first serve and you must provide your own charcoal. Personal grills are not allowed on your patio or balcony.

• Balconies and patios must be kept clean, and may not be used for storage. Only patio furniture and plants are allowed in this area

• Storage units are available for rent. Call the leasing office for more information.

• Packages are not accepted in the office. Please register for Fetch by downloading their app, “Fetch Resident” .

GABLES WEBSITE:

Pay your rent and submit service requests online.

• www.RentCafe.com OR

• Download our app, “Gables Resident” PARKING

• Your parking space # is ________. Additional parking is available in garages, labeled “VISITOR” or in the open parking areas at the back of the community. All numbered spaces are assigned and you or your guests may be towed without warning if parked in someone else’s space.

GUEST ENTRY

• To let guests in the gate, they will dial your 4-digit code which will call your phone. To let them in, answer the phone and hit 9

• Guests will dial _______ which will call _______________, phone number.

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Community Information and Amenities

When are nearest fitness classes held and where?

Directly across the street from the community is a 24-hour Fitness which offers an array of classes from yoga and Pilates, to kick-boxing and Zumba. Visit www.24hourfitness.com for more information.

24-Hour Fitness

5070 Richmond Ave Houston, TX 77056 (713) 963-9644

What are the hours of the amenities?

• Onsite Fitness Center – Open 24 hours a day

• Pool and Spa – Open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm daily

• Resident Lounge – Open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm

• Tennis Court – open 24 hours a day

Where do I dispose of my trash?

We offer door-to-door trash pick-up that picks up Sunday through Thursday beginning at 8pm. We recommend using this service for your convenience. If you need to throw away trash on non-service days, there are trash chutes located on each floor of the parking garage in the corners by the stairwells.

Where are the recycling centers?

We pride ourselves on green initiatives to care for the environment. Gables Metropolitan Uptown has recycling areas with green recycling containers located on the first floor of each parking garage across from the mail center for disposal of newspapers, plastics and glass.

What do I do with my move in boxes?

It is helpful to everyone in the community if boxes are broken down and disposed of in the recycling area. We do ask that you do not use the trash chutes for boxes, as they can block the chute and create undesirable overflow.

How does my fob remote work?

Every resident is given a fob remote to gain access to the community. At the drive gate, push the button on your remote. At the pedestrian gates and amenities, just tap the backside of the fob against the black fob panel near the door. When exiting drivethrough gates, they will open automatically once you pull up to the exit gate

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Where are the mailboxes located?

There are 2 locations on the property for resident mail. If you live on the south side of the property, your mail boxes are located to the left of the entrance to the south parking garage. If you live in the north side of the community, your mailboxes are located to the right of the entrance to the north parking garage.

Do you have resident activities or events?

Gables Metropolitan Uptown has many fun events and activities that promote a sense of community and allow you to meet other residents. Keep up to date on all of our community gatherings in our newsletter and through e-blasts.

Can I have a party at the pool?

Our relaxing pool areas are available for all residents and 2 guest per apartment to enjoy during pool hours. To ensure enjoyment for all residents at the pool, we regretfully do not permit private pool parties.

Where is the best place for me to grill?

Our community offers several options for outdoor grilling. There are 2 propane grills located by the fire pit and 2 charcoal grills on either side of the pool. There are several other charcoal grills located throughout the community.

Conveniences

How do I pay rent online?

We have made paying your rent easy by setting you up with your personal online account with Rent Café or our Gables app Simply visit www.RentCafe.com and click on “Resident Login”. Additional services are available on the Gables app including placing a service request for repairs needed in your apartment home.

Where can I access WI-FI in the building?

The leasing office, clubhouse and pool area are WI-FI accessible for your use and convenience. This amenity is complimentary and part of your community benefits. No password necessary, simply accept the terms & conditions.

Do you have a courtesy officer onsite and how do I get a hold of them?

You should always call 911 if you experience any safety or security threats. However, we do have a HPD courtesy officer who may assist us with noise complaints and reports of suspicious persons when he is onsite. If you need to reach the courtesy officer, call the office at 713.840.2500 and press “3” to leave a message for the courtesy officer. You should receive a call from the courtesy officer within an hour.

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Guests

Where can my guests park?

Your guests may park in any unassigned space in the resident parking areas. Most visitor parking will be at the top of the North and South parking garages. Please remind your guests that handicap parking is patrolled by local law enforcement and is subject to maximum parking violation penalty.

Where do my movers park?

There are several areas your movers can park in depending on where your apartment is. Please contact the office prior to your move in day to make arrangements.

Where does the delivery person come in or do I have to meet them?

At move in you will be given information on how to register for Fetch. Fetch is a package delivery service that will bring your packages directly to your front door when it is convenient for you. We do not accept packages in the leasing office.

How many guests can I have with me at the amenities?

We love it when you share your community with your friends and family. Two guests are welcome to join you in all the amenity areas

How do I let guests in the gate?

Your guests will contact you via the call box at the gate. You will receive a personalized code to provide to your guests. You will get a call on the phone line that you provide upon move-in when your guest dials you from the gate phone pad. If the caller is someone you wish to permit entry, press “9” on your phone’s keypad and the gate will open.

Maintenance

How do I submit service requests?

We have made submitting service requests easy by setting you up with your personal online account with Rent Café or the Gables App.

What do I do if I have a Maintenance emergency after hours?

For those times that you may have an emergency after office hours, you may contact the leasing office at 713.840.2500 and press “2” to leave a detailed message for the maintenance associate on call. You should receive a call from the technician within the hour.

What is considered a maintenance emergency?

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Emergency maintenance problems that will be dispatched to the on-call service technician include:

1. No electricity throughout the apartment

2. No water.

3. No air conditioning on a day of extreme heat (80+ degrees).

4. Water entering the apartment.

5. Possibility of fire. (Please Call 911 if you see flames or smoke)

6. Impeded plumbing in an apartment with only one bathroom.

7. No heat.

8. Non-functioning or malfunctioning smoke detector.

9. Gas leak (also call the gas company).

10. Running water that cannot be shut off.

11. Malfunctioning door or window locks.

Furry Friends

Do you have a dog park?

Gables Metropolitan Uptown is a pet friendly community and offers many grassy areas for your furry friends to play. We also offer pet waste stations throughout the community.

The closest pet park is Danny Jackson Bark Park located at the intersection of 610 and Westpark, only 2 miles from the community.

Where is the best place to walk my pet?

The green areas around the property are appropriate to walk your pets. Please help us to maintain a clean and pleasant community by always picking up after your pets. There are many doggie stations surrounding the community.

Do I have to have my dog on a leash?

For the safety of your dog and all residents in the community, all pets are required to be on a leash when in any common area. It’s the law and the best practice for your pet’s safety.

Local Neighborhood

Where is the nearest post office?

Located 0.3 miles from the community, two blocks South of the community on Sage Road.

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United States Postal Office

2950 Unity Dr.

Houston, TX 77057

713.627.9143

Where is the nearest grocery store?

Located 1.6 miles from the community, at the intersection of Westheimer and Fountainview.

HEB

5895 San Felipe St.

Houston, TX 77057

713.278.8450

Central Market

3815 Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX 77027

713.386.1700

Whole Foods Market

1700 Post Oak Blvd #100

Houston, TX 77056

713.346.0537

What is the nearest Metro/Train?

More information can be found by visiting www.ridemetro.org.

Where is the nearest bus stop?

More information can be found by visiting www.ridemetro.org.

Where are schools for this area located?

Houston Public Schools

Elementary School

Located less than .5 miles from the community at the intersection of Hildago and Chimney Rock.

Saint George Place Elementary

5430 Hildago Street

Houston, TX 77056

(713) 625-1499

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Middle School

Located 2 miles from the community located at the intersection of San Felipe and Sage Road.

Tanglewood Middle School

5215 San Felipe Street

Houston, TX 77056 (713) 625-1411

High School

Located 3 miles from the community located at the intersection of Hillcroft and Richmond.

Robert E. Lee High School

6529 Beverly Hill Street Houston, TX 77057 (713) 787-1700

Where is the nearest Park?

Memorial Park is located at 6501 Memorial Drive, near the I-10 & I-610 West Loop intersection. Facilities for jogging, tennis, hiking, biking, picnicking, and wildlife- and people-watching are all readily available, and one of the city’s premiere golf courses is in Memorial Park.

Below is the address for your reference.

6501 Memorial Drive

Houston, TX 77007

Where is the nearest laundry facility?

Washers and dryers are included in each apartment home. If you ever need to wash a large load such as comforters and heavy blankets, we recommend using a laundry facility.

Splash Washeteria & Dry Cleaner

5702 Chimney Rock RD

Houston, TX 77081 (832) 831 5919

Where is the nearest dry cleaning service?

Post Oak Cleaners

2070 Post Oak Blvd

Houston, TX 77056

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Where is the nearest mall?

Located .2 miles from the community, at the intersection of 610 and Southwest Freeway. Below is the address and phone number for your reference.

Galleria Mall

5075 Westheimer Road

Houston, TX 77056

713.621.1907

Where are the nearest museums?

Museum of Fine Arts- located 6.8 miles from the community 1001 Bissonnet

Houston, TX 77005 713.639.7300

Children’s Museum- located 8.1 miles from the community 1500 Binz Street

Houston, TX 77004

713.522.1138

Where is the nearest zoo?

Houston Zoo- located 8.8 miles from the community

6200 Hermann Park Drive Houston, TX 713.533.6500

Where is the nearest movie theater?

Edwards Cinema located at Richmond and Weslayan only 2.6 miles from the community

Edwards Greenway Grand Palace Stadium 24 3839 Weslayan

Houston, TX 77027

Where is the nearest beach?

Galveston, TX

Located 49.2 miles from the community

A FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 12’x 13’

• Dining Room: 8’x 13’

• Bedroom: 11’x 13’

B FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 11’x 14’

• Dining Room: 8’x 11’

• Bedroom: 13’x 13’

B2 FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 12’x 14’

• Dining Room: 11’7”x 4’5”

• Bedroom: 11’10”x 12’6”

BE FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 11’12”x 10’8”

• Dining Room: 9’2”x 10’

• Bedroom: 11’6”x 13’10”

A2 FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 13’6”x 18’

(Furthest wall length = 18’)

• Dining Room: 7’6”x 9’10”

• Bedroom: 12’8”x 14’ (Furthest wall length = 18’8”)

E FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 20’x 14’

• Dining Room: 10’x 11’

• Bedroom: 11’x 13’

EE FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 15’10”x 14’8”

• Dining Room: 10’x 10’2”

• Bedroom: 12’10”x 11’2”

C FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 15’x 16’

• Dining Room: 10’x 9’4”

• Master Bedroom: 14’x 12’8”

• Second Bedroom: 12’8”x 11’8”

C2 FLOOR PLAN

• Living/Dining Area: 23’x 16’

• Master Bedroom: 13’x 15’

• Second Bedroom: 13’x 12’

D FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 14’x 12’

• Dining Room: 10’x 11’

• Master Bedroom: 14’x 13’

• Second Bedroom: 13x 13’

F FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 20’x 14’

• Dining Room: 10’x 11’

• Master Bedroom: 12’x 14’

• Second Bedroom: 11’x 13’

• Third Bedroom: 11’x 13’

FE FLOOR PLAN

• Living Room: 16’x 18’

• Dining Room: 11’x 13’

• Master Bedroom: 12’x 14’

• Second Bedroom: 12’x 15’

• Third Bedroom: 11’x 13’

Light Bulb Cost

Kitchen Bulbs: $5.00 each

4’T12 F40SP41 ECO

Ceiling fans, Closets, & Patio Bulbs: $5.00 each

60w Household Bulb

Halogen Bulbs for Kitchen &Dinning Track Lights: $5.00 each

Bathroom Vanity Bulbs: $1.50 each

G25 60w Globe Bulb

Smoke Detector Battery: $5.00 each

You will not be charged for light bulb replacement within your first 30 days of moving in.

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A Message From Assurant Specialty Property

Assurant Specialty Property has partnered with Gables Residential to help you satisfy your liability insurance requirement. Both of the plans that we offer will satisfy this requirement: Renters Insurance and Liability-Only Insurance. We recommend purchasing Renters Insurance, since this coverage will protect your personal belongings if they are damaged or destroyed due to a fire, theft, or many other unexpected events.

Did you know that the majority of residents in apartment communities across do not have insurance to protect their liability or their personal property? Every year there are over 86,000 fires in multifamily structures across the U.S., and an estimated 23,000 fires are caused by something as simple as an unattended candle.

At Assurant Specialty Property, we pride ourselves in being the leading provider of Renters Insurance to residents just like you. With our program there are no lengthy forms to complete, or complex questions to answer. You can enroll in less than five minutes and acceptance is guaranteed. It’s that simple.

Assurant Specialty Property is a trusted and financially secure insurance carrier that can provide you with:

 Guaranteed Acceptance – All residents have guaranteed coverage

 Instant Quotes – Enrollment in less than 5 minutes

 A Competitive Rate – Coverage designed to meet your needs and budget

 Immediate Proof of Coverage to Your Leasing Agent – One less thing for you to worry about

 Personal Property Coverage –up to $50,000

 Liability Coverage – up to $300,000

 Replacement Cost Coverage –replaces your belongings regardless of depreciation

 Involuntary Unemployment Insurance – pays your rent if you become unemployed

Based on a national average, the cost of Renters Insurance is $160 a year. With this coverage you can satisfy your lease requirement and protect personal property coverage, which will cover your belongings if they are stolen, damaged, or destroyed.

Please visit residentins.com for an instant quote, or call 1-866-768-6642, Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., or Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., EST, to speak with a licensed insurance agent.

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Get coverage designed just for you and your home with Assurant. Our two options, Renters Insurance and Liability Only, make it easy to meet your property management company’s requirement.

For a fast and free quote in 2 minutes or less, visit AssurantRenters.com

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Preparing for Severe Winter Weather

Winter weather is fast approaching — or has already arrived — in many parts of the country. With it comes winter storms like blizzards, snow squalls and ice storms. Storms can last several hours or a few days, leading to power and heat loss. They can also vary in strength and severity, depending on where in the U.S. you’re located.

Keep Your Belongings and Your Home Safe

Sources:

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Heating

• Never use an oven to heat your home

• Keep anything that can burn at least three feet from any heat source like fireplaces, wood stoves, radiators, space heaters or candles

• Turn space heaters off when you leave a room or go to bed

• Have your furnace, heating system and chimney serviced each year by a qualified professional

Electrical

• Plug only one heat-producing appliance (e.g., space heater) into an electrical outlet at a time

• Plug in electronics that use the appropriate voltage for your power strip

• Never use an extension cord with a heat-producing appliance

• Check your electronics cords regularly

Supplies

• Stockpile nonperishable food and water to last for several days before winter season and account for everyone in your home including pets

• Have cash on hand as an emergency fund in case power lines are down or roads are unsafe

Vehicles

• F ill your gas tank regularly during peak storm seasons to avoid a gas shortage, or if you’re unable to get to a gas station safely

Please contact your leasing team to explore your renters insurance options

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Resident Quick Claims Guide

Learn how to file a claim without any complications.

How do I file a claim?

If you’re a Renters Insurance policyholder, one thing that will help you before you need to file a claim is to take photos or videos of your home and your belongings to document what you own. If there’s damage or something is stolen, these photos and videos may help you if you file a claim.

And be sure to:

Always contact the appropriate authorities before filing a claim

Notify the property management team

Use this guide based on whether there’s damage to your home or your belongings

Something happen to your home or a neighbor’s?

If you need to file a liability claim because of damage you caused from fire, smoke, water* or an explosion:

Call us at 1-800-358-0600 with your policy number ready to start your claim

Get a fire or incident report from the appropriate authorities if needed

Share receipts or documentation of any additional living expenses if your home isn’t safe to stay at

If we need to do an inspection, we’ll work with you to find the best time and method, which may be a video walk-through on your phone. From there, your claims adjuster will contact you and keep you updated with any next steps.

Something happen to your personal belongings?

With Renters Insurance, we’ll help you get things back to normal if your belongings are damaged in case of:

Fire

Vandalism Falling Objects

Ice, Snow or Sleet Lightning Pipe Bursts Smoke Cracked AC, Water or Heating System

Explosion Freezing Theft Windstorm or Hail

VehiclesPower SurgeRiot or Civil Commotion

Exclusions may apply.

You’ll need to:

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File a claims form by visiting MyAssurantPolicy.com or calling 1-800-358-0600

Create a list of belongings that were damaged or stolen

Show proof that you own the belongings that were damaged or stolen (like receipts, pictures, videos or credit card statements)

Attach a fire, incident or theft report from the appropriate authorities (fire department, police, technicians in cases of power surges, etc.)

From there, we’ll help cover the cost of your damaged belongings by giving you money for what your things are currently worth. As you replace your belongings, send us the receipts so we can cover the difference.

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How to Set Up AutoPay on Rent Cafe

We’re excited to announce that we ’ re now able to offer autopay set-up for your monthly rent. We look forward to better serving you and hope this payment option will be a beneficial and convenient service for you.

1.)

Log into your rent cafe similar to how you would to pay your rent.

2.) SELECT AUTOPAY SET UP

When you log in you will arrive at your home page. Select the Auto-pay Set Up tab.

3.)

4.) ENTER PAY DATE, PERCENTAGE AND MAX PAY

Select the day the payment will draft for payment. Then enter 100% in the Percentage. Next, enter in the Max Pay Amount. This amount will be the max that will pull from your bank. Keep in mind the average monthly charge will only show your rent and NOT water. It is recommended to do a max pay more than what you pay on average for rent and water The auto-pay will only draft what is due if your max pay is higher than what is owed

5.) HOW TO KNOW WHAT TO ENTER FOR MAX PAY

Unsure of what to enter for the Max Pay? Select Recent Activity to view your previous payments. If your average payment is $2000 then it is recommend to do the max pay as $2300 for good measure. Please note if the max pay is set up for less than what is owed the auto-pay will not be able to draft from the bank. For example, if your max pay is set at $2000, but you owe $2030 the auto-pay will not draft from the bank.

ONCE ALL ITEMS ARE ENTERED HIT NEXT TO COMPLETE THE SET UP, THEN ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF AUTO-PAY!

Should you have any questions do not hesitate to reach out to the Leasing Office.

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Take $$$ with you when you leave Gables to purchase a home!

Welcome to the American Dream Plan

Did you know? As a Gables resident, you can take $$$

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The American Dream Plan pays 1.5% of the purchase price of your home toward the closing costs

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✦Must use the participating lender and registered real estate

✦Lender: Synergy Mortgage, LLC

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The program is available in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and all surrounding cities.

The American Dream Plan has helped Gables residents become homeowners for more than 17 years while giving them real dollars toward the costs involved in securing a home loan.

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