Laurel Thicket

What Laurel Thicket's governing documents say

Laurel Thicket is a single-family home HOA in Carolina Trace, Lee County, NC. These covenants and restrictions run with the land and bind all property owners, covering assessments, architectural control, and neighborhood rules.

• Assessments & fees: Every owner must pay annual and special assessments, which are a lien on the property if unpaid. Annual assessments are set by the Board and can rise up to 10% per year without a membership vote; larger increases need a two-thirds vote. Special assessments require a two-thirds vote. Delinquent assessments accrue 1.5% monthly interest and collection costs.
• Architectural review: No structure or exterior change (including fences, sheds, satellite dishes, and color changes) may be built or altered without prior written approval from the Architectural Committee, which reviews for harmony and quality. Plans are deemed approved if not acted on within 30 days. Builders must be approved, and owners cannot act as their own builder unless they build professionally.
• Building requirements: New homes must have at least 1,650 square feet on the main level (excluding garage, carport, decks, and porches), include a garage or carport, use earth-tone brick foundations, and have fire-retardant roofing. Driveways must be concrete, asphalt, crushed rock, stone, or brick. Setbacks require buildings to be at least 20 feet from front lot lines and 25 feet from lake, golf course, or rear lot lines.
• Road maintenance fees: Contractors must pay a road maintenance fee before starting construction: $2,500 for new residences; additions under 145 sq ft are free, $500 for 145–500 sq ft, $750 for 500–750 sq ft, $1,000 for 750–1,000 sq ft, and $1,500 for over 1,000 sq ft.
• Pets: Only dogs, cats, birds, and fish are allowed, with a maximum of two pets per improved lot (e.g., 2 dogs, 2 cats, or 1 of each). Dogs must be leashed when off the lot, and owners must clean up waste. Exceptions require Board approval.
• Parking & vehicles: Trailers, boats, buses, campers, motor homes, and tractors cannot be stored or regularly parked unless in a garage or screened enclosure. No commercial vehicles (as defined by NC law) may be parked except for service. Inoperable or unregistered vehicles may be towed. Golf carts cannot be driven on roads by anyone under 16 unless accompanied by a parent or property owner.
• Property maintenance & appearance: Owners must keep lots free of tall grass, trash, and unsightly conditions. Garbage containers must be screened and not visible. Clotheslines must be screened from view. Fuel tanks must be buried or screened. No signs (including 'For Sale' or 'For Rent') are allowed without written permission. Personal property must be stored out of sight.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only; no commercial activity or trade materials are allowed. No noxious or offensive activities are permitted, and owners must not interfere with neighbors' quiet enjoyment. The Board can fine up to $50 per day for violations.

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.