Pleasant Shadows

What Pleasant Shadows's governing documents say

Pleasant Shadows is a single-family home subdivision in Mesa, AZ, governed by a set of deed restrictions recorded in 1973. These covenants apply to all lot owners and run with the land, covering allowed uses, building standards, and an architectural review process. The restrictions automatically renew every 10 years after 1994 unless a majority of owners votes to change them.

• Residential use only: All lots are for residential purposes only. No business, hospital, sanitarium, theater, saloon, or other commercial use is allowed. No advertising signs except 'For Rent' or 'For Sale' signs.
• Livestock & pets: No livestock or poultry may be kept. Only house pets like dogs and cats are allowed, and they must be leashed or kept within the owner's lot boundaries.
• Building size & construction: Minimum dwelling size: 1,400 square feet for a single-story home; for multi-story homes, at least 1,200 square feet on ground floor with a total of 1,400 square feet. Construction must be primarily masonry (up to half may be insulated frame stucco or frame finished/painted). A 1,300-sq-ft home may be approved if the committee finds it compatible.
• Architectural review: Before construction, alteration, or placement of any structure, the design, location, and materials must be approved in writing by a committee (initially named individuals, later three owners elected by majority). The committee must act within 30 days; if they fail to act, approval is not required, but the structure must still comply with all restrictions and harmonize with existing buildings.
• Fences & walls: Front fences or solid walls over 2.5 feet high are prohibited closer than 25 feet to the front lot line (or farther if a residence is built). Side/rear fences or walls may be up to 6 feet high. Hedges over 3 feet high are not allowed within 25 feet of front lot line. All fences must be wood, masonry, or wrought iron; no chain link. Certain lots must build a 6-foot masonry wall along specified property lines.
• Durability & renewal: These restrictions run with the land and are binding until June 1, 1994, after which they automatically renew for successive 10-year periods unless a majority of then-owners votes to change them.

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.