Woodlake Homeowners Association

What Woodlake Homeowners Association's governing documents say

Woodlake is a planned community with a homeowners' association (HOA) in Chapel Hill, NC. This handbook is a rules and regulations guide for homeowners and residents, covering obligations like dues, maintenance, and architectural review. It supplements the official Covenants, Articles, and Bylaws.

• Monthly assessments & delinquency: Monthly dues are due the 1st; a $10 late fee applies if not paid by month's end. Unpaid assessments can lead to a lien and foreclosure, and privileges may be suspended after 30 days of nonpayment.
• Maintenance of homes & lots: Homeowners must keep their home and lot in good repair, including lawns, landscaping, and structures. Temporary storage containers (e.g., PODS) are allowed in driveways for up to 30 days without approval.
• Architectural review: Written ARC approval is required before most exterior changes to your home or lot. Repairs that restore the original appearance (mimicking color/texture) are exempt. ARC approval is also needed for some landscaping changes.
• Use of common areas: Common areas (open space, trails, lakes, playground, pool, clubhouse, exercise room) are for residents and guests. Rules cover noise, restricted uses (e.g., no motor vehicles, no swimming in lakes, no smoking in most areas), and pool access (one key per homeowner, no lifeguard, children under 14 need adult).
• Parking & vehicles: Inoperable vehicles must be stored in a garage. Trailers, boats, RVs, and commercial vehicles cannot be parked outside without approval. Street parking is allowed but must not block traffic or mail delivery; parking on yards or association property is prohibited. Violators may be towed at owner's expense.
• Leasing & rentals: Homeowners may lease their home, but they are responsible for tenant compliance with all rules. Tenants and guests must follow the handbook; violations are treated as homeowner violations. Vacant homes must be maintained by the owner.
• Pets & animals: Pets are allowed for non-commercial purposes. They must be leashed on common property and not left unattended. Owners must clean up after their pets ('poop and scoop' policy).
• Signs, flags & soliciting: Signs must comply with city ordinance and be ≤5 sq ft. One sale/rent sign, up to two political signs (45 days before election, removed within 7 days after), and one additional sign are allowed. Flags are limited to 24 sq ft (except US/NC flags on holidays) and two per residence; free-standing flagpoles are prohibited. Solicitors need a peddler's license.

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.