Highlands at Canyon Ridge

What Highlands at Canyon Ridge's governing documents say

Highlands at Canyon Ridge is a single-family home HOA in Cave Creek, AZ. You own your lot and detached residence; the HOA may own and maintain common areas (none initially), enforces architectural standards, and levies assessments for community upkeep.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and residence and are responsible for its maintenance. If you fail to keep your lot neat, the HOA may clean it and charge you, placing a lien if unpaid.
• Architectural review: All exterior construction, alteration, or improvement (including landscaping, fences, signs) must be approved in writing by the Architectural Committee before starting. Applications not decided within 60 days are deemed approved. The committee may charge a review fee and require a bond.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. Businesses are prohibited unless conducted entirely inside the residence with no outside indication. Leasing your home is allowed and is not considered a business.
• Animals & pets: Household pets are allowed but not for commercial purposes. Ranch animals (e.g., horses) are limited to one per contiguous acre. Dogs must be leashed outside your lot. Owners are responsible for noise, odors, and waste removal.
• Parking & vehicles: No trucks, RVs, boats, trailers, or similar vehicles may be parked visibly from neighboring property for more than 48 hours in any 7-day period without prior approval. Temporary construction vehicles are exempt during approved work.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments start at $1,000 per lot and may increase up to 20% per year by board vote; larger increases require 2/3 member vote. Special assessments need 2/3 quorum approval. A $250 transfer fee and a purchaser assessment (1/6 of current annual) are due on sale.
• Enforcement & liens: Unpaid assessments become a lien on the lot, with interest, late fees, and collection costs. The HOA can foreclose or sue. Rights of enjoyment may be suspended for nonpayment or rule violations.
• Construction timelines: New construction must begin within 6 months of purchase and be completed within 18 months. The HOA may impose penalties including increased assessments or removal of incomplete structures.

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.