Summit at Montecito

What Summit at Montecito's governing documents say

Summit at Montecito is a single-family home subdivision in Mesa, AZ, governed by a homeowners' association (Montecito Community Association). The declaration covers property rights, maintenance responsibilities, assessments, use restrictions, and architectural control for lots and common areas owned by the association. This document binds all lot owners and their successors.

• What you own & maintain: You own your detached dwelling unit and lot; the association maintains common areas (including drainage/park tracts). Owners must keep their property clean, safe, and painted, and are responsible for all interior and exterior systems, fixtures, and landscaping in public yards within 90 days of purchase (if not already landscaped by builder).
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments start at $552 per lot for 1994, with annual increases capped at the greater of 10% or CPI change unless two-thirds of members approve more. Special assessments for capital improvements or unexpected expenses also require two-thirds member vote. Unpaid assessments incur a $50 late fee and 18% annual interest, and the association can foreclose its lien.
• Architectural review: An architectural committee must approve all exterior changes to lots and structures, including fences, landscaping, and ancillary units. The committee adopts rules and is the sole judge of what is 'screened from view' or 'visible from neighboring property.'
• Leasing & rentals: Leases are allowed but subject to association rules; the declaration does not specify a minimum lease term. Owners must ensure tenants comply with all governing documents.
• Pets & animals: Pets are allowed but subject to association rules limiting number and type, and their use of common areas can be regulated. The association may suspend common area usage for pets that cause disturbances.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. No businesses, signs, noxious activities, or time-sharing. Minimum lot sizes (9,000, 11,000, or 15,000 sq ft) are defined by plat. Detached dwelling units must meet minimum size requirements (not specified in excerpt).
• Parking & vehicles: Garages must be used for parking family vehicles; commercial and recreational vehicles are restricted. Vehicle repairs on lots are limited. The association can regulate parking on common areas and streets.
• Membership & voting: Each lot owner is a member of the association with one vote per lot. The declarant (builder) has Class B membership with three votes per lot owned, converting to Class A (one vote) when Class A votes equal or exceed Class B, or after six years from first lot sale, or upon declarant's written notice.

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.