Portland I

What Portland I's governing documents say

Portland I is a townhome community in Scottsdale, AZ — a homeowners association for attached homes with party walls (not a condominium). These Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) apply to every lot owner, resident, and tenant. The association maintains common areas and certain exterior features (roofs, painting, landscaping), while owners maintain their units and yards.

• Leasing & rentals: Leases must cover the entire lot for an initial term of at least one month; no subleasing, transient/hotel use, or timeshares. Owners must notify the association 10 days before the lease starts and provide tenant names and contact info. The owner is liable for tenant violations (double fines may apply). No more than three lots may be leased at any one time.
• Architectural review: All exterior changes (paint, landscaping, hardscaping, window coverings, patio covers, yard art, etc.) require prior written approval from the Design Review Committee, which has broad aesthetic discretion. Application fees may apply (max $500 for yard improvements). A compliance deposit may be required. Changes must start within 90 days of approval.
• Pets: Only dogs, cats, fish, and small household birds (excluding parrots/larger birds) are allowed as domestic pets. The board sets a reasonable number per lot. Dogs must be leashed on common areas; owners must clean up feces. No outdoor pet structures are permitted.
• Parking & vehicles: No recreational vehicles, boats, campers, or similar vehicles may be parked or stored outside the garage. Motor vehicles cannot be stored on the lot (covers/tarps for >24 hours count as storage). Guest parking is allowed only on streets. Garage doors must remain closed except for ingress/egress. No carports are permitted.
• Use restrictions: Residential use only. Home businesses are allowed only if not detectable from outside (no customers, signs, or employees who are not residents). No clotheslines, outdoor storage (household items, bicycles), or playground equipment in yards. No signs of any kind, including 'For Sale' or 'For Lease' signs. No hot tubs/spas or rooftop HVAC units except as originally installed. No nuisances or activities that increase insurance rates.
• Window coverings: Within 60 days of purchase, all street-facing windows must have permanent drapes or coverings in white, black, or beige non-patterned material. No reflective materials (foil, reflective screens) are allowed. Awnings or other exterior window treatments require board approval.

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.