Encore at Sunset Ranch

What Encore at Sunset Ranch's governing documents say

Encore at Sunset Ranch is a planned residential community in Chandler, AZ, governed by a Master Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions. It is a single-family home community (with some possible attached townhome-style lots due to party wall provisions) where the homeowners' association (the Encore at Sunset Ranch Community Association) maintains common areas and enforces rules on use, appearance, and upkeep. This document outlines the rules that apply to all lot owners, residents, and their guests.

• Residential use & home businesses: Lots and dwelling units are for single-family residential use only. Limited home businesses are allowed if they are not detectable from outside the unit (no noise, odor, traffic) and comply with all laws; the board can exempt or restrict on a case-by-case basis.
• Animals: Only a reasonable number of common household pets are permitted, kept as domestic pets only (no commercial breeding). Dogs must be leashed when off the owner's lot and owners must clean up after them. The board decides what is reasonable and can restrict pets on common areas; pet enclosures cannot be visible from neighboring property.
• Vehicles & parking: No commercial vehicles over 8 ft tall or 24 ft long may be parked in view of the street or neighboring properties, except for temporary loading/unloading. RVs, boats, trailers, and similar items may only be parked on lots with RV gates and behind the home, not on common area. All vehicles must be parked in garages or driveways; street parking is only allowed if garage/driveway space is unavailable. The association may tow violating vehicles.
• Landscaping & maintenance: Owners must landscape their lot within 90 days of purchase (following an approved plan) and maintain it neatly, free of weeds and debris. Damaged landscaping must be repaired promptly. If a dwelling is damaged, reconstruction must be completed within 18 months.
• Architectural control: No exterior changes (including landscaping, antennas, solar panels, window coverings, etc.) may be made without prior written approval from the Architectural Committee. The committee reviews plans and can impose conditions to minimize visual impact, subject to applicable law.
• Party walls & fences: Owners sharing a party wall must each pay half of maintenance and repair costs, unless damage is caused by one owner's negligence. The board can resolve disputes. Some walls and fences are maintained by the association; owners must paint the side facing their lot if it's a party wall bordering common area.
• Assessments & fees: The association levies regular assessments for common expenses and may impose special assessments. Delinquent assessments can result in liens and suspension of voting rights and common area privileges. New buyers may be required to pay a working capital contribution and a reserve contribution.

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.