Swann Estates

Key facts from Swann Estates's documents

Reflects the 1989 governing documents — figures and rules are as originally recorded and may have changed since.

Community type

Covenant / Planned Community

Units / lots

66 (Lot Nos. 1 through 66 inclusive) (Exhibit A, last paragraph)

Developer / declarant

Cygnet Construction Corporation

Assessments & dues

Board of Directors may fix annual assessment after considering current operation costs, maintenance costs, and future needs. (Article V, Section 4)

Special assessments

Allowed with assent of two-thirds (2/3) of the votes of the Class A membership. (Article V, Section 6)

Reserves & fees

Special assessment may be levied for capital improvements and operating reserves. (Article V, Section 6)

Pets

Yes, domestic cats, dogs, and traditional household pets are allowed unless their activity is noxious, dangerous, unsightly, or unpleasant. (Article VI, Section 15)

Leasing & rentals

Implied allowed; owners may delegate enjoyment rights to tenants and contract purchasers. No explicit leasing restrictions noted. (Article IV, Section 4)

Parking & vehicles

Prohibited except by permit issued by Board of Directors. (Article VI, Section 20)

Solar & roof

Minimum roof pitch 5/12 feet. (Article VI, Section 6(a))

Signs & flags

No signs without written permission of Association. Developer retains right to erect sale signs on lots. (Article VI, Section 9)

Setbacks / home size

As per Sussex County zoning, or if no zoning, established by Architectural Review Committee. (Article VI, Section 10)

Use restrictions

No noxious or offensive activity, livestock, or any thing that diminishes enjoyment. Domestic pets allowed unless objectionable. (Article VI, Section 15)

Voting & meetings

One vote per lot for Class A (all lot owners). Developer also receives one vote per lot held. (Article II, Section 2)

Amendments

Requires two-thirds (2/3) vote of then Owners, execution by Association, and recording in Sussex County. (Article VII, Section 1)

Extracted from the recorded governing documents and cited to them; may be incomplete and is not legal advice — verify against the official documents below.