Velda Rose Estates Four

What Velda Rose Estates Four's governing documents say

Velda Rose Estates Four is a single-family-home subdivision in Mesa, AZ, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) applies only to certain lots that have voluntarily opted in. It is an active-adult community: at least one occupant must be 55 or older, and no one under 18 may live here (with limited exceptions).

• Age restriction (55+): Every lot must be occupied by at least one person 55 or older. No one under 18 may occupy a lot. Exceptions: guests under 18 for up to 60 consecutive days (90 total per year), surviving spouse/cohabitant of a deceased 55+ occupant, and a spouse/occupant who moves to a care facility on a doctor's advice. At least 80% of lots must have a 55+ occupant at all times.
• Permitted uses: Each lot may be used only for single-family residential purposes. No businesses, trades, or gainful occupations are allowed on the property. Leasing is permitted, but must comply with all other declaration provisions.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments start at $125 per lot for the first two occupants, plus half that amount for each additional occupant. The Board may increase assessments up to 10% in any three-year period without a member vote; larger increases require approval of 51% of voting members. A one-time non-refundable application fee of $500 per lot is also required (subsequent owners are relieved if paid). Late charges: 10% of the overdue amount or $15 per month, whichever is greater; unpaid assessments bear 18% annual interest.
• Property maintenance: The Association maintains the common areas (including lawns and plantings on common property). Owners must maintain their own lots, keeping shrubs, trees, and grass trimmed and free of weeds. Owners cannot alter common-area landscaping without Board or Architectural Committee approval.
• Enforcement & penalties: The Association may enforce rules by fines, suspension of voting rights, and suspension of recreational facility use (up to 60 days per infraction). Unpaid assessments become a lien on the lot and can be foreclosed. The owner is personally liable for assessments, plus attorney fees and costs.
• Leasing & rentals: Leasing is allowed, subject to all declaration provisions (including the age restriction). No minimum lease term is specified in this document, but renters must comply with all rules. Owners are responsible for their tenants' compliance.
• Common areas: Common areas include all property not designated as a lot, plus recreational facilities, swimming pools, streets, and utility lines. Owners have an easement to use common areas, subject to association rules. The Association may suspend use for unpaid assessments or rule violations.
• What this document doesn't cover: This document does not specify pet limits, parking rules, architectural review procedures (other than a mention of an Architectural Committee), or any details about recreational facilities beyond their existence. It also does not include a full list of association rules, which may be adopted separately by the Board.

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.