Turtle Run

What Turtle Run's governing documents say

Turtle Run is a planned residential development of townhomes (joined by party walls) in Phoenix, AZ, governed by a homeowners' association. This declaration outlines the rights and obligations of all lot owners, including assessments, use restrictions, and maintenance duties. It is binding on owners, residents, and tenants, and applies to the 132 lots and common areas.

• Property rights & parking: Each lot gets two assigned parking spaces (one covered, one uncovered) and exclusive use of a mail box and a semiprivate patio (the fenced front/side area). Owners can use common areas but may be charged fees for recreational facilities.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments per lot start at a maximum of $600, automatically increasing by CPI or 5% per year (whichever is greater). Special assessments for capital improvements require 51% member approval. Unpaid assessments accrue 10% annual interest and late fees, and become a lien on the lot.
• Maintenance responsibilities: The association maintains all common areas (except entry patios, individual water meters, and sewer cleanout-to-lot lines). Owners must maintain their townhouse, lot, patios, utilities from the entry point, and termite control. The association may take over exterior maintenance with >50% vote.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for residential use only. No temporary structures, no business activity that is detectable outside the dwelling, no subdividing lots, no reflective window materials, and no high-intensity lighting that disturbs neighbors. Clotheslines and trash must be screened.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases must be in writing, for 30 days or more, and cover the entire townhouse. Tenants must comply with all governing documents; a lease violation is a default under the lease.
• Pets: Up to two dogs, two cats, or one dog and one cat per lot without board approval. Additionally, up to two caged birds are allowed. Pets must not be loose, and walking is allowed only where the board designates. No breeding or commercial purposes.
• Architectural control: Any exterior changes (buildings, fences, walls, landscaping, antennas) require prior written approval from the board or an architectural committee, which must act within 30 days. Antennas are allowed but must be camouflaged and comply with rules.

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.