San Marcos Country Club Estates Homeowners Association

What San Marcos Country Club Estates Homeowners Association's governing documents say

San Marcos Country Club Estates is a single-family home HOA in Chandler, AZ. These documents—bylaws, architectural guidelines, rules, and enforcement policies—govern the community for homeowners. They cover association operations, property use restrictions, and the process for exterior changes.

• Meetings & voting: Annual meetings are held each year at 7:00 PM. Special meetings can be called by the president, board, or by 1/4 of Class A members. A quorum is 1/10 of each class's votes. Members may vote in person or by proxy.
• Board of Directors: The Board has 3–9 directors, each elected for a 1-year term (staggered terms allowed). Directors may be removed with or without cause by a majority vote. The Board manages the association, adopts rules, and sets assessments.
• Assessments & liens: Annual and special assessments are secured by a lien on the lot. Unpaid assessments bear interest at 12% per annum or a rate set by the Board. The Association can foreclose or sue the owner personally.
• Architectural review: Any exterior change—painting, additions, landscaping, structures—requires prior written approval from the Architectural Committee. Submittal must include plans and specifications; committee responds within 30 days, then 15 days for resubmission.
• Building & lot standards: Minimum living area is 2,400 sq ft. Maximum building height is 24 ft. Gross building area cannot exceed 40% of lot area. Front yard setback min 30 ft, rear 30 ft, side 8 ft. Garage must accommodate 2 vehicles, preferably side- or rear-entry.
• Landscaping & lighting: Landscaping must use approved plant materials; front yard must have at least 2 shade trees within 12 ft of pavement. Exterior lighting must be diffused and not directly visible from other lots. Curbside lights required in Phase I.
• Violations & fines: First violation notice gives 14 days to cure. Second notice adds $50 fine; third adds $75; subsequent violations $100. Certified mailing fee $15 per violation. Owner may request a hearing before fines are imposed.
• Parking & vehicles: On-street parking is not allowed except temporarily for special/social functions. No boats, campers, or inoperable vehicles visible from street or neighbors. Portable basketball goals must be stored when not in use.

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.