239-732-8188 (dock master) info@dockson5th.com

 Frequently Asked Questions

 

Where is Docks on 5th Marina?  Docks on Fifth Marina is located at 1545 Fifth Avenue South in Naples, Florida, just a few minutes’ walk to restaurants, hotels, and entertainment.  Each slip has electricity, a lockbox, and water.

How many slips are at Docks on 5th (“DOF”)?  60

What does it cost to berth a boat at DOF?  $800 per quarter assessment billed directly to the slip owner.  A late fee is charged for all assessments 30 days overdue.

What are the boat size limits at DOF?  Maximum length of each slip is 30 feet, and each boat must be of such length and dimensions and moored so that the boat does not extend beyond its slip and create a navigational hazard for other boats or otherwise impedes access to and from other slips.  Maximum height is 12 feet (to clear the bridges at high tide), and the water depth at mean low tide is 5 feet.

How does an owner stay in touch with DOF activities and updates?  The website will be updated regularly with periodic communications sent out by email and post.  In addition to quarterly Board of Directors meetings (March, June, September and December), there is an annual meeting in December.  Notice of all quarterly meetings are posted on the clubhouse door, and notification is sent to slip owners of the annual meeting.  All owners are welcome to attend.

Who is the dock master and what does he do?  Joe Terry is our dock master and can be reached at 239.732.8188.  He has been hired as a full time employee and will help owners and tenants with any boating needs.

What paperwork does the Board require of pleasure boat owners? 

  1. A copy of his/her certificate of insurance showing DOF as additional insured for $300,000.  This COI is kept on file by the dock master in his office.
  2. A signed copy of the DOF Rules and Regulations for Owners (click here to download document)

What paperwork does the Board require of commercial boat owners? 

  1. A copy of his/her certificate of insurance showing DOF as additional insured for $1 million.  This COI is kept on file by the dock master in his office.
  2. A signed copy of the DOF Rules and Regulations for Owners (click here to download document)

What is the clubhouse’s function?  The clubhouse has men’s and ladies’ rooms, an outdoor shower and a meeting room.  It also houses the Docks on 5th office.  If you are interested in using the clubhouse for a private function or meeting, contact Joe Terry.

How do I access the clubhouse?  Joe Terry, dock master, has keys to distribute to owners and renters.  Drop by to pick one up.

How do I access my boat?  Keys to the docks are distributed to all slip owners by the dock master.  Feel free to pick your keys up at any time. For owners’ security these keys cannot be reproduced. A Certificate of Insurance (see above) is required to receive a key.

How do I obtain a gate clicker? As you know, construction on Hyatt House has been completed with gates installed near the entrance to allow access to parking for Docks on 5th owners only. These gates are operated by a “clicker” similar to a garage door opener. There is only one clicker per slip.

You may come in to the clubhouse at any time to pick up your clicker. They will NOT BE MAILED. If you are renting a slip, you must send a letter to our P.O. Box address to authorize your renter by name to pick up your clicker. If you have any questions, call Joe at 732.8188.

Are any slips for sale?  Occasionally slips become available for sale.  For further information contact Vicki Allen at 239.330.5828 or vickia.cam@gmail.com. 

What does it cost to buy a slip?

  1. The selling price will be negotiated between the buyer and the seller.  However, each sale requires a payment of $500 to DOF at closing.
  2. A completed Request for Approval of Sale of Wet Slip form. (click here to download document)
  3. All slip sales must have the written approval an officer of the Board of Directors of DOF.

Are any slips for rent?  Occasionally slips become available for rent.  For further information contact Vicki Allen at 239.330.5828 or vickia.cam@gmail.com.

Will DOF handle a rental on behalf of an owner?  Yes, DOF will handle all the necessary paperwork and collect rent for pleasure craft rentals only for no fewer than 90 days.  For further information, go to the Members Section and click on the DOF Boat Club section of the Members Menu (you must be a logged in member to access this page).

What does it cost to rent a slip?  The rental price will be negotiated between the lessee and the lessor.  However, each lessor must remit 6% of the annual rental price to DOF to be remitted, per law, by DOF to the Department of Environmental Protection.  All rent payments are subject to a 6% state tax.

What paperwork is required for slip rentals?

  1. A copy of the boat owner’s Certificate of Insurance showing DOF as additional insured for $300,000.  This COI is kept on file by the dock master in his office.
  2. A copy of the rental agreement signed by the lessor and lessee
  3. A signed key release form to release a dock key to the lessee (click here to download document)
  4. A signed copy of the DOF Rules and Regulations for Tenants (click here to download document)