Terraranch at Queen Creek

What Terraranch at Queen Creek's governing documents say

TerraRanch at Queen Creek is a standard single-family home subdivision in Queen Creek, AZ, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). The HOA maintains common areas (landscaping, retention basins, private streets) and enforces rules on everything from architecture to parking. All lot owners (there are 56 lots) are automatically members of the HOA and must follow the covenants, which run with the land.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and the house on it. The HOA is responsible for maintaining all common areas (landscaping, retention basins, private streets). You must keep your lot clean and free of weeds; if you don't, the HOA can clean it and charge you (plus 12% interest).
• Leasing & rentals: Leases must be in writing, for the entire lot, and for a term of at least 30 days. No transient/hotel use. A copy of any lease must be given to the HOA before the term starts. The lease must state that violating the HOA rules is a lease default.
• Pets: No livestock (horses, cattle, goats, chickens, etc.) are allowed. You may have no more than three dogs or other commonly accepted household pets without the Board's written consent. Pets must be leashed on common areas, and you must immediately clean up defecation. No commercial breeding or boarding.
• Architectural review: All exterior improvements (houses, fences, landscaping, color changes) need prior written approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Minimum livable area is 1,800 square feet. Homes must have at least a two-car garage (side-entry preferred). Fencing height limited to 6 feet; front-yard fences no more than 30 inches (or 48 inches if 2/3 open). Roof pitch 3/12 to 6/12, concrete tile roofing. Landscaping must include at least two 24" box trees, two 15-gallon trees, and twenty 5-gallon shrubs, installed within 6 months of move-in.
• Parking & vehicles: Campers, motor homes, RVs, and boats must be parked on the back of the lot and screened from view (with ACC approval). Passenger cars and light pickups may park on your lot. No inoperable vehicles visible. Loud or annoying vehicle operation can be prohibited by the Board.
• Assessments & fees: All owners (except Declarant during development) pay a proportionate share of common expenses. The maximum annual assessment was $300 until Jan 1, 2002, and can increase up to 5% per year (or by the cost-of-living index, whichever is greater) without a membership vote. Higher increases require a 2/3 vote. Special assessments for capital improvements also require 2/3 approval. Late payments incur 12% annual interest and a late charge up to 25% of the amount; the HOA can suspend voting rights and common area use, and place a lien on the lot.
• Use restrictions: Each lot is for a single-family residence only. No businesses, commercial activities, hospitals, or boarding houses. No subdividing of lots. No temporary structures (trailers, mobile homes) used as residences. No outdoor antennas or towers (except satellite dishes screened from street). No open fires or nuisances. All laws and zoning must be obeyed.
• Other notable rules: The Declaration runs until December 31, 2025, and auto-renews every 10 years unless amended by 67% of owners. There is an airport proximity notice: the property is near Williams Gateway Airport and may experience aircraft overflights and noise.

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.