Shea North Estates No. 4

What Shea North Estates No. 4's governing documents say

North Shea Estates No. 4 is a single‑family home subdivision in Phoenix, AZ, governed by a homeowners' association (HOA). All lots must be used exclusively for single‑family residential purposes. The HOA collects annual, supplemental, and special assessments to maintain common areas and enforce rules. Owners must obtain prior written approval from the Architectural Committee for any exterior changes, including landscaping, fences, and building alterations.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and the house on it. The HOA maintains common areas and may also maintain front‑yard landscaping and certain other improvements if the Board agrees. Owners are responsible for maintaining their own lot and structures, except those specifically maintained by the HOA.
• Use restrictions: Lots may only be used for single‑family residential purposes. No business, profession, or trade is allowed on any lot. Leasing is permitted but the owner must notify the HOA of the lease term and tenant's name. No temporary structures, trailers, or incomplete buildings may be used as residences.
• Pets & animals: Only generally recognized house or yard pets are allowed, and only in reasonable numbers. They must be kept as domestic pets, not for commercial purposes. No animal may create unreasonable noise or become a nuisance. Structures for animal housing must not be visible from neighboring property. The Board may decide if a specific animal or number is reasonable.
• Architectural review: No exterior improvement, alteration, or landscaping may be made without prior written approval from the Architectural Committee. This includes buildings, fences, walls, antennas, satellite dishes, roof‑mounted equipment, and planting. Changes to approved plans also require approval. The Committee's decisions are final.
• Assessments & fees: Each lot owner must pay annual assessments (initially capped at $600 per year), which can be increased annually by up to 10% or the CPI increase, whichever is greater. Supplemental and special assessments require a two‑thirds vote of members. Assessments are a lien on the lot. Late payments incur 12% annual interest and a $7.50 late fee.
• Parking & vehicles: No vehicle over 3/4‑ton, mobile homes, trailers, boats, or similar equipment may be parked where visible from neighboring property. Exceptions include pickup trucks up to 3/4‑ton with camper shells not exceeding 7 feet in height, and mini‑motor homes up to 7 feet high and 18 feet long used for basic transportation.
• Signs & nuisances: No signs are allowed except those required by law or as approved by the HOA. 'For Sale' or 'For Lease' signs are specifically prohibited. Owners must prevent nuisances, including odors, noise, and debris. Outdoor clotheslines visible from neighboring property are not permitted. Trash containers must be screened and only set out for collection.

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