Buena Vista Ranchos

What Buena Vista Ranchos's governing documents say

Buena Vista Ranchos is a single-family home subdivision in Guadalupe, AZ, with a strong equestrian and agricultural character. The community's rules are set by the Buena Vista Ranchos Homeowners Association, which maintains common areas including parks and equestrian facilities. These covenants apply to all lot owners and residents.

• Use & lot restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. Minimum home size is 1,600 sq. ft. for a one-story or 1,400 sq. ft. main floor for multi-level (excludes guest quarters). Structures must comply with front (40 ft.) and side (20 ft.) setbacks. No mobile homes, trailers, or temporary structures may be used as residences.
• Animals & livestock: Horses and livestock (cattle, sheep, goats) are allowed based on lot size: e.g., 2 livestock units on 0.75 acre, up to 11 on 2 acres. One unit = 1 horse/cow or 2 sheep/goats. Swine are never allowed. Dogs must be fenced. Owners of Lots 1–64 may only keep horses in Tract C corrals, and may temporarily graze animals on their lot during daytime only.
• Architectural review: All new construction or external remodeling requires approval from the Architectural Support Committee (3-5 members appointed by the Board). The committee reviews plans for compliance with Tempe Codes and the Declaration, but not design or aesthetics. Approval is deemed granted if the committee fails to respond within 15 days after receiving city-approved plans.
• Fencing: Fences for containing horses or livestock must be steel with posts at least 2" O.D. set in concrete. Block or other equestrian-specific materials may be approved. Wood fencing, barbed wire, and strand wire are prohibited. Fence location, design, and materials require Architectural Support Committee approval.
• Common areas & assessments: Common areas include Tracts B (park), C (corrals for Lots 1–64), and D (equestrian arenas), plus bridle paths and irrigation. The HOA maintains these and pays taxes. Annual assessments are set by majority vote of members and billed quarterly; a portion goes to a reserve fund. Special assessments may be levied by majority vote. Unpaid assessments create a lien and loss of voting rights.
• Enforcement & penalties: The Board may impose monetary fines for violations, with a schedule approved by the membership. Before a fine is imposed, the member gets a hearing. Imposition requires a two-thirds Board vote. The Association or any lot owner may sue to enforce the rules; the non-prevailing party pays attorney fees.
• Amendments: This Declaration runs in perpetuity and may be amended or terminated by an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of all lot owners (or higher if required by law). Amendments must be recorded.

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.