Mountain Vista Estates

Key facts from Mountain Vista Estates's documents

Reflects the 2023 governing documents — figures and rules are as originally recorded and may have changed since.

Community type

Planned Community under North Carolina Planned Community Act (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 47F) (Recitals and Art. 1, Sec. 1.1)

Governing law

North Carolina Planned Community Act (Chapter 47F of the North Carolina General Statutes) (Art. 2, Sec. 2.1)

Assessments & dues

Not fixed; set by Board in accordance with Bylaws. (Original Article 6(B); but Amended does )

Special assessments

May be levied by majority vote of Board or members. (Original Article 7 (special assessments))

Collections & liens

Unpaid assessments constitute a lien on the Lot; may be foreclosed under North Carolina law. (Original Article 8; Amended Art. 2, Sec.)

Reserves & fees

The Association may establish reasonable reserves for repair, replacement, or addition to common elements. (Art. 2, Sec. 2.7(d))

Pets

Yes; dogs and cats as household pets. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.20)

Leasing & rentals

Yes, after owner has held a Certificate of Occupancy (for new construction) or has owned via deed for at least 12 months prior to renting. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.3)

Parking & vehicles

Guests, contractors, and non-residents may park on Lower Red Plum Road; owners park only if driveway accommodates without blocking street. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.9)

Fences

Fences require Board approval as to location, height, and materials; must comply with Architectural Guidelines. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.7)

Architectural approval

Yes; Board approval is required for fences, retaining walls, hardscape, shrubbery borders, storage sheds, play equipment, swimming pools, solar panels, satellite dishes, exterior alterations, and other items via the Architectural & Landscap (Art. 4, Sec. 4.7, 4.11, 4.14, 4.18, 4.23)

Home business

Home offices allowed if they do not generate regular pedestrian/vehicular traffic or regular visitation by customers, suppliers, or salespeople. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.1 (last sentence))

Signs & flags

One 'For Sale' or 'For Rent' sign, not exceeding 4 square feet, not illuminated; no other signs. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.19)

Setbacks / home size

Minimum 2,400 sq ft total heated living space; maximum 4,000 sq ft. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.2)

Maintenance

Owner; must maintain hazard insurance to replace unit. (Original Article 11(S) (maintenance); no)

Use restrictions

Yes; all Lots shall be used solely for single-family residential purposes. (Art. 4, Sec. 4.1)

Voting & meetings

One vote per Lot; if multiple owners, they collectively have one vote. (Original Article 3(D); Amended Art. 2 Se)

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