Homeowners Association of the Pointe at Stratford Lakes Inc

What Homeowners Association of the Pointe at Stratford Lakes Inc's governing documents say

This is a declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions for Stratford Glen, a single-family home subdivision in Durham, NC. It binds all lot owners and is relevant to homeowners and prospective buyers in this community.

• Residential use & building size: Each lot is for one detached single-family home, max 3 stories plus attic. Minimum enclosed floor area (excluding basement, porches, garage) is 1,600 sq ft for one-story, 1,900 sq ft for others; street-grade floor must be at least 1,000 sq ft. No mobile or modular homes.
• Architectural review: All structures (including fences, driveways, pools, sheds, lighting) need written approval from the Declarant before construction or alteration. Approval is at Declarant's sole discretion; if no response within 30 days of receipt, approval is deemed given.
• Landscaping & tree protection: Trees over 6 inches in diameter, plus all dogwood and beech trees, must be kept unless Declarant gives written permission to remove. Dead or diseased trees must be removed promptly after permission. Vegetable gardens are allowed only in the rear yard, max 400 sq ft.
• Parking & vehicles: Each owner must provide at least two off-street parking spaces on their lot (can be driveway). Garages must be enclosed with doors. Boats, trailers, campers, and tents are not allowed where visible from streets; no house trailers except during construction.
• Pets & livestock: No livestock, poultry, or similar structures without Declarant's written permission. A reasonable number of household pets is allowed, but not for commercial purposes; outdoor pet enclosures need architectural approval.
• Nuisance & appearance: No noxious, offensive, or loud activities. Outside clotheslines are prohibited. Commercial signs are limited to one 'For Sale' or 'For Rent' sign no larger than 2 ft by 3 ft. No exposed above-ground fuel/water tanks unless screened.
• Utilities & easements: Declarant reserves utility easements (10 ft from rear/side, 5 ft from front) for drainage, power, gas, sewer, cable, phone. Owners can build driveways across front easements, and utility holders must repair any damage.
• Construction timeline & erosion: Construction must be completed within 12 months of starting (unless hardship). Erosion control measures, like silt fences, are required as directed by Declarant. Driveways must be paved with concrete or asphalt before occupancy.

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.