Thomas-Roethler Estates

What Thomas-Roethler Estates's governing documents say

Thomas-Roethler Estates is a single-family home community in Litchfield Park, AZ, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). Each lot owner owns their home and land, and the HOA maintains common areas like private roadways and an irrigation system. The rules are designed to preserve a rural-residential character with allowances for farming and large animals.

• Residential & farming use: Lots are limited to one single-family detached residence with a minimum 2,400 livable square feet. Farming and raising of animals are permitted within limits: no more than 3 large animals (horses, cattle, etc.), 12 poultry, 4 adult dogs and 4 adult cats per residence. Pot-bellied pigs (max 2 per lot) are allowed as pets.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases must be in writing and for at least 30 days. Only the entire lot may be leased, not a portion. Leases must state they are subject to the governing documents, and the HOA may enforce defaults if the owner fails to do so.
• Vehicles & parking: No overnight street parking. Motor vehicles must be kept in garages or driveways. Heavy vehicles (over one ton), trailers, campers, boats, and inoperable vehicles cannot be visible from other lots or common areas. Limited exceptions: pickup trucks under one ton with camper shells ≤7 ft high, and mini-motor homes ≤7 ft high and ≤18 ft long, if parked per rules. Motor homes/travel trailers ≤12 ft high and ≤32 ft long must be enclosed by a 6-ft opaque fence; larger ones must be in a permanent garage.
• Pets & animals: All animals must be fenced or leashed. No hogs or swine except up to 2 pot-bellied pigs. Exotic animals allowed only as family pets (max 2 per residence). Limits: 4 adult dogs, 4 adult cats per residence; 3 large animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats) per platted lot; 12 poultry per lot. Barbed wire fences prohibited; max fence height 6 ft.
• Architectural review: No building, fence, wall, sign, or outside lighting may be erected or altered without prior written approval from the board (or an architectural committee). Plans must be submitted; if not approved or disapproved within 30 days, approval is deemed given. Landscaping changes also require approval, except in rear yards.
• Business & home occupations: No trade or business may be conducted from a lot unless it is not detectable from outside (sight, sound, or smell) and is consistent with residential character. The HOA board has sole discretion to determine what constitutes a nuisance or hazardous use.
• Assessments & fees: All lot owners must pay annual and special assessments. Assessments are uniform per lot and collectible as a lien. Delinquent assessments accrue 12% interest; the HOA may foreclose. Assessments are subordinate to first mortgages.
• Maintenance obligations: The HOA maintains common areas, including roadways, irrigation system, and landscaping. Owners are responsible for maintaining their own lots and improvements. If an owner fails to maintain the lot, the HOA may enter (with 30 days' notice) to perform work and charge the owner.

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.