The Grove on Palm Lane

What The Grove on Palm Lane's governing documents say

The Grove on Palm Lane is a planned residential community in Phoenix, AZ governed by a homeowners association—each lot owner is subject to covenants, conditions, and restrictions designed to maintain the Southwestern style and preserve property values. You own your individual lot and dwelling unit; the association owns and maintains common areas including landscaping, private streets, and drainage easements, funded by monthly assessments of $110 per lot plus special assessments as needed.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and dwelling unit, including the structure, roof, interior, appliances, utilities, and landscaping. You are responsible for maintaining your property's appearance consistent with neighboring homes and controlling weeds. The association owns and maintains all common areas: shared landscaping, private streets, and drainage easements.
• Monthly assessment & fees: The standard monthly assessment is $110 per lot, due quarterly on January 5, April 5, June 5, and October 4. Annual increases are capped at 20% without a majority member vote. A one-time $480 capitalization fee is collected at closing. Late fees and interest accrue if payment is more than 30 days overdue.
• Special assessments: The association may levy special assessments for capital improvements, unexpected repairs, or other community needs, but these require approval by a 2/3 vote of members. The specific purposes must be disclosed to members during the approval vote.
• Architectural review & approval: Before constructing, altering, or modifying any structure—including fences, walls, antennae, satellite dishes, and significant landscaping—you must submit two sets of plans to the Architectural Committee for written approval. The Committee has 45 days to decide; if they don't respond, plans are deemed approved. You may appeal a denial to the Board within 30 days.
• Building & height requirements: Dwelling units are limited to two stories; additions cannot exceed the original building's height and must match its style. Air conditioning, heating, and cooling units must be screened and not visible; mechanical equipment cannot extend more than one foot above the roofline. All building materials in additions must match the existing structure.
• Landscaping standards: Landscaping must use low-pollen, non-allergenic plantings and must not block traffic sight lines or neighbors' views without negotiation. If you fail to control weeds after 30 days' written notice, the association can remove them and bill you for the cost.
• Party walls (shared walls): Party walls—walls on or adjacent to lot property lines—require Architectural Committee approval to alter. Routine repair and maintenance costs are shared equally by the two adjoining owners. If one owner causes damage, that owner pays; if damage results from fire, weather, or other external causes, both owners share the cost equally. Disputes are resolved by binding arbitration.
• Non-payment & enforcement: If assessments are unpaid 30 days after the due date, the association can charge late fees and interest, pursue civil action, or foreclose the lien against your lot. The assessment lien is senior to all encumbrances except tax liens and first mortgages. When you sell, you and the buyer are jointly liable for any unpaid assessments at closing.

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.