Newton Parish Association

What Newton Parish Association's governing documents say

Newton Parish is a townhome and single-family home community in Raleigh, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). The rules apply to all property owners, who automatically become members of the association. This document is the full declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions, plus amendments, so it covers the core rules for living here.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and building (townhome or single-family). The association maintains common areas and provides exterior maintenance for each lot, including painting, roofs, gutters, and landscaping, but not glass surfaces, doors, or exterior light fixtures.
• Assessments & fees: All owners pay annual and special assessments, shared equally per lot. The maximum annual assessment was $540 in 1981, and can increase annually by up to 12% or the CPI increase, whichever is less, without a member vote. Special assessments for capital improvements require a two-thirds vote of each class of members.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases must be in writing, for at least 30 days, and cover the entire unit (no room rentals). Transient or hotel use is prohibited. Tenants must comply with the declaration and bylaws.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other household pets are allowed, but not for commercial purposes. No pens, runs, or pet houses are allowed on lots or common areas.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot has at least two parking spaces. Boats, trailers, campers, and recreational vehicles cannot be parked in common areas or private street rights-of-way.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes, including buildings, fences, signs, antennas, or alterations, require written approval from the Board or Architectural Committee. If no decision is made within 30 days, approval is deemed granted.
• Use restrictions: Properties are for residential use only; no businesses, industries, or commercial activities are allowed. No signs are permitted except 'For Sale' or 'For Rent' signs. Nothing may impair structural integrity or alter exteriors without approval.
• Party walls: For townhomes, shared walls are party walls. Repair and maintenance costs are shared proportionally, and disputes go to arbitration.

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.