The Groves of Queen Creek

What The Groves of Queen Creek's governing documents say

The Groves of Queen Creek is a single-family home subdivision in Queen Creek, AZ, governed by a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) that apply to all lot owners. The rules emphasize residential use, architectural oversight, and property maintenance — there is no homeowners' association or monthly fee mentioned in this document.

• Residential use & restrictions: All lots must be used exclusively for single-family residential purposes. No commercial, gainful occupation, or care facilities are allowed. Lots cannot be re-subdivided.
• Minimum house size: Each residence must have a minimum of 2,000 square feet on the main floor, excluding porches, garages, or guest quarters.
• Construction & materials: All structures must be new construction. Exterior walls must be masonry block, brick, or stucco (no wood siding unless approved). Roofs must be tile, cement tile, or wood shake; flat roofs with parapets are allowed. No 3-in-12 pitch roofs. Each residence must have a side-entry, two-car or larger garage (no carports).
• Architectural committee approval: All plans for construction, alterations, fencing, and landscaping must be approved in writing by the Architectural Committee before work begins. The committee can refuse approval for aesthetic or other reasons, and its decisions are final. A fee up to $150 may be charged for plan review.
• Vehicles & parking: Automobiles and pickup trucks (under 1 ton) may be parked on lots, subject to setback requirements. Campers, horse trailers, and boats must be screened from neighbors. Inoperable vehicles or those under repair must be inside a garage. No commercial vehicles or equipment allowed outside.
• Animals: Horses and household pets are allowed for non-commercial use. All animals must be kept in a clean, fenced or controlled manner, not a nuisance. Pigs are specifically prohibited.
• Landscaping & lot maintenance: Each owner must submit a landscaping plan for approval. Front landscaping must be completed within 6 months of occupancy. Trash, weeds, and debris must not accumulate; the committee may clean after 10 days' notice and assess costs as a lien.
• Other restrictions: No outside clotheslines visible from neighboring property. No above-ground utility lines (except where underground is prohibited). No visible antennas or satellite dishes. No exterior signs except nameplates and for-sale/rent signs. All fuel tanks must be buried or screened. Fencing must be 4-rail pipe or block (or approved alternative).

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.