Mountain View Highlands

What Mountain View Highlands's governing documents say

Mountain View Highlands is a standard single-family-home subdivision in Mesa, AZ, governed by a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). These rules bind all property owners and are aimed at maintaining a uniform, residential character. The document covers use restrictions, architectural standards, and maintenance obligations, but does not establish a formal homeowners association or outline dues or common-area maintenance.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and dwelling. You must maintain your lot free of weeds and rubbish, and repair fences on your property. Side/rear fences along property lines may be shared maintenance with neighbors.
• Architectural review: All new construction, exterior alterations, fences, and landscaping must be approved by the Architectural Committee. Plans are deemed approved if not rejected within 30 days. Minimum dwelling size is 2,000 sq ft (excluding garage, patios, etc.). Construction must be completed within one year of permit.
• Pets: Up to five household pets are allowed (excluding peacocks, roosters). Breeding is not permitted. Pets must not create a nuisance.
• Parking & vehicles: Boats, trailers, RVs, and inoperable vehicles must be screened from view of other lots and streets. Dismantling vehicles on lots is prohibited.
• Landscaping & fences: Front yard landscaping must be completed within 6 months of occupancy. Fences over 3 ft high cannot be within 25 ft of the front street line; side/rear fences max 6 ft. Corner lot sight-line restrictions apply. Fence materials and colors require committee approval.
• Leasing & rentals: No explicit lease-term restrictions are stated, but business uses are prohibited, so short-term rentals may be limited. 'For Rent' signs are allowed up to 5 sq ft per lot.
• Prohibited uses: No commercial activity, no temporary structures as residences, no burning trash, no exterior antennas. No air-conditioning units on roofs without committee approval.

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.