Crest of Carolina

What Crest of Carolina's governing documents say

Crest of Carolina is a single-family home subdivision in Garner, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). These protective covenants and bylaws bind all lot owners, covering construction standards, property use, and HOA assessments. This is a full rulebook for the community.

• Architectural review: All construction, fences, pools, and exterior changes need written approval from the Declarant or Association before starting. Plans must be approved within 30 days or approval is deemed given. No above-ground pools are allowed.
• Construction standards: Homes must be at least 1,100 sq ft heated (amended to 1,400 sq ft), have a crawl space, a two-car garage finished with sheetrock and paint, brick or cement-based siding, 25-year dimensional shingles, and a concrete driveway at least 9 feet wide.
• Leasing & rentals: No portion of a dwelling can be rented, and no separate apartment or living quarters may be created. Homes cannot be kept as rental investment property, though the Declarant or Association may waive this in certain cases like temporary job transfers.
• Pets & livestock: No livestock, poultry, or pot-bellied pigs. You may keep up to two dogs, two cats, or other household pets, as long as they are not dangerous or kept for commercial purposes.
• Parking & vehicles: No vehicles over 10 tons, no inoperable vehicles parked more than 30 days, no junked cars except in an enclosed garage, and boats must be parked behind the dwelling. Mini-bikes and ATVs cannot be operated on streets or lots. All vehicles must have current registration and inspection.
• Yard maintenance & landscaping: Yards must be kept mowed and manicured, free of tall grass, debris, and unsightly materials. The Association can have work done at the owner's expense if not maintained. Playground equipment must be in the rear yard, and no outdoor clotheslines are allowed.
• HOA assessments: Annual assessments start at $180/year per lot, can increase up to 10% annually without a vote, and are used for common area maintenance including the pond. Special assessments require a 2/3 vote. Unpaid assessments accrue 10% interest and become a lien on the property.
• Common areas & amenities: The community includes common properties and a pond, which all members have an easement to use. The Association maintains these areas and may charge fees for their use.

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.