Sunland Village East

What Sunland Village East's governing documents say

Sunland Village East is a planned residential community in Mesa, AZ (within Phoenix metro) governed by a homeowners association (HOA). Most homes are single-family detached lots (plus some condos). The community is age-restricted for older persons: at least 80% of units must have a resident 55+, and no one under 45 may occupy a unit except limited exceptions. Rules bind all owners, residents, and occupants.

• Age restriction (55+): Sunland Village East qualifies under the Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995. At least 80% of units must have at least one occupant 55 or older. No person under age 45 may occupy a unit unless: a spouse at least 40 living with a 45+ spouse; a child 18+ of a resident; a houseguest; or a caregiver/servant. Exemptions (e.g., surviving spouse under 55, inherited unit) may be granted by the Board if the 80% threshold is not violated.
• Pets: Up to three house pets (dogs, cats) per lot. Pets must be leashed when outside the lot boundaries, kept for non-commercial purposes, and maintained so as not to unreasonably disturb neighbors.
• Parking & vehicles: Passenger vehicles should be parked in garage/carport preferably; prolonged driveway parking discouraged. Non-passenger vehicles (motor homes, RVs, trailers, commercial trucks) may not be stored on lots or on city streets for more than 48 cumulative hours. No sleeping in vehicles on any lot or street. Abandoned, inoperable, or under-repair vehicles must be kept in an enclosed garage with the door closed.
• Leasing & rentals: Selling, renting, or leasing a residential unit is permitted. No mention of minimum lease term; no restrictions beyond age-occupancy requirements.
• Architectural review & exterior changes: All building additions (sheds, carports, etc.), fences, walls, satellite dishes, and repainting require prior written approval of the Architectural Control Committee. Exterior paint colors must be chosen from Board-approved lists. Minimum dwelling size: 1,000 sq ft ground floor (excl. porches and garage). Setback and fence height rules apply.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments set by Board each November for the following year; if increase exceeds 10% over prior year, member vote required. Special assessments may be established with member approval (max two per year). An extra occupancy assessment (30% of annual assessment per extra occupant beyond two) applies when more than two occupants (excluding servants and houseguests) reside in a unit.
• Lot maintenance & nuisances: Owners must maintain landscaping, remove dead vegetation and debris, and keep lawns neat. Exterior of dwelling, roof, walls, and improvements must be well‑kept. Prohibited window coverings (e.g., cardboard, foil) if visible outside. Garbage cans must be screened except during collection. No commercial activity, including garage sales more than twice per year (March and November).
• Enforcement & violations: The Association (Board) may enforce rules by fines, liens, repairs at owner's cost (plus 25% handling), and legal action. Failure to pay assessments results in 10% late charge and 12% interest. Attorney's fees recoverable.

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.