Carpenter Grove Homeowners Association Inc

What Carpenter Grove Homeowners Association Inc's governing documents say

Carpenter Grove is a townhome community in Cary, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This declaration establishes the HOA, common areas, and rules for all lot owners. It's a planned community under the North Carolina Planned Community Act, even though it has fewer than 20 lots.

• What you own & maintain: You own your townhome (Living Unit) and the land it sits on (Lot). The association maintains common elements like open spaces, storm water facilities, and building exteriors. You're responsible for maintaining your unit's interior and any damage you cause to common areas.
• Assessments & fees: The initial base assessment is a maximum of $180 per month, but the board can set it higher. There's also a one-time $500 working capital fee at closing. Special assessments require a 2/3 vote of Class A members, and unpaid assessments become a lien on your property.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes—like fences, additions, or paint color changes—need written approval from the Executive Board before starting. Plans must be submitted and approved within 30 days or approval is assumed. Unapproved work can be removed at your expense.
• Leasing & rentals: You can rent your townhome to residential tenants, but leases must be at least six months long. Short-term rentals are not allowed.
• Pets: No more than two domestic pets per unit are allowed.
• Parking & vehicles: Boats, trailers, and inoperable vehicles must be stored out of sight—not in driveways or on the street. Trash must be kept in sanitary containers in the garage or designated fenced area.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. No commercial activity, noxious activities, or nuisances are allowed. You can work from home as long as it doesn't create regular customer traffic or signs.
• What this document doesn't cover: This is the declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions. It doesn't include the full bylaws, rules about common area amenities (like pools or clubhouses), or specific architectural guidelines—those are in separate documents.

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.