Desert Shires II

What Desert Shires II's governing documents say

Desert Shires II is a single-family home subdivision in Phoenix, AZ. These Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) apply to every lot owner. The HOA maintains front yards and common areas, funded by annual and special assessments.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and the house on it. The association maintains the front yard (originally landscaped by the developer) and common areas. Party walls are shared; repair costs are split proportionally between users.
• Assessments & fees: All lots pay annual assessments, which can increase up to 5% per year without a vote. Special assessments for capital improvements require a 2/3 vote of each membership class. Assessments are a lien on the property and subject to 12% interest if unpaid.
• Leasing & rentals: Leasing an entire lot to a single family is allowed subject to all Declaration provisions. The document does not state a minimum lease term.
• Pets: Only a reasonable number of common household pets are allowed, kept for domestic purposes only. No farm animals or commercial breeding.
• Architectural review: Any exterior change, fence, or new structure requires prior written approval from the Board or an architectural committee. Plans are deemed approved if not acted on within 30 days.
• Parking & vehicles: No parking or storage of vehicles, boats, or trailers for maintenance or repair except inside enclosed garages. Washing and polishing are allowed. No commercial vehicle activities.
• Front yard maintenance: The HOA waters, mows, trims, and replants the front yard. Owners cannot alter landscaping without approval. Costs are added to assessments.
• Party walls: Walls on lot dividing lines are party walls. Repair and maintenance costs are shared proportionally. Damage from fire or casualty can be restored by any using owner, with cost sharing.

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.