South Mountain Manor

What South Mountain Manor's governing documents say

South Mountain Manor is a standard single-family subdivision in Tempe, AZ, governed by a Homeowners Association (HOA). This Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) binds all lot owners and occupants, setting rules for property use, maintenance, and assessments. The HOA manages common areas and enforces the rules.

• Assessments & fees: Annual assessment initially $600 per lot (2005 base year), can increase up to 10% or CPI each year without member vote. Special assessments require 2/3 vote. New buyers from declarant pay a working capital payment of 1/6 annual assessment; subsequent buyers pay a transfer fee equal to the current annual assessment. Late payments incur 12% interest and a $15 or 10% late charge.
• Property maintenance: Owners must maintain their detached dwelling unit, yard, and any ancillary structures in clean, safe condition. Public yard landscaping must be completed within 90 days of ownership, with at least one 15-gallon non-deciduous tree in front yard. Association may enter and perform maintenance at owner's expense if owner fails to do so after 30 days' notice.
• Architectural control: All exterior alterations, including landscaping, fences, and ancillary units, require prior written approval from the Architectural Committee. Fences are limited to 6 feet in height and must be masonry block unless otherwise approved. Plans must meet committee rules.
• Parking & vehicles: Commercial or recreational vehicles (e.g., boats, RVs, commercial trucks over 1 ton) are restricted. Family vehicles include standard cars, pickup trucks (1 ton or less without camper), and small motor homes (≤8 ft height, ≤18 ft length) if approved. Temporary parking for loading, guests, or events is allowed on a nonrecurring basis. Designated recreational vehicle parking areas must be screened from view.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. Business and commercial uses are prohibited. Drilling, mining, and hazardous waste are banned. No subdivision or time-sharing of lots. Trash must be stored out of view. Outside installations (e.g., antennas) require approval.
• Leasing & rentals: The document includes a section on leasing (8.13), but the specific terms (minimum lease duration, restrictions) are not fully visible in the excerpt. Owners may lease, but must comply with all other covenants and the leasing section.
• Common area & amenities: Common areas are owned and maintained by the Association, including private roadways (Tract A) and retention tracts. Owners have non-exclusive easement to use common areas, subject to Association rules and fees. Association may suspend usage rights for nonpayment or rule violations.

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.