Northbridge (NC)

What Northbridge (NC)'s governing documents say

Northbridge is a single-family home community in High Point, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This document is the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) that applies to all lots in the development, binding current and future owners. It outlines the rules for property use, maintenance, assessments, and architectural control.

• Property use & restrictions: All lots are for single-family residential use only. Each lot may have one detached single-family dwelling, one private garage, and approved accessory structures. No business activities are allowed without board approval, though private offices incidental to residential use are permitted.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes—including construction, alterations, paint color changes, fences, landscaping, or other work—require prior written approval from the Architectural Control Committee or the Executive Board. Temporary seasonal decorations don't need approval but can be removed if deemed distasteful. The committee may charge fees and require bonds.
• Building guidelines: Minimum heated square footage is 1,175 sq ft for one-story homes. Exterior materials must be at least 80% brick, stucco, stone, wood, hardboard, or masonry-based siding; vinyl or aluminum only in soffits, eaves, and window trims. Roof slope minimum is 4/12, and roofing must be fiberglass shingles. Fences are restricted: no chain link, no front-yard fencing without approval, and fences must be behind the front building line.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments are set by the Executive Board, with a maximum of $840 per lot until Dec 31, 2000, then can increase up to 10% per year without member vote. Special assessments for capital improvements require 80% member approval. A working capital fee equal to 2/12 of the annual assessment is due at first sale. Unpaid assessments accrue interest (up to 18% per year) and late fees, and can become a lien on the property.
• Maintenance responsibilities: The association maintains common areas, including lakes, ponds, drainage, and entrance landscaping. Each owner is responsible for exterior maintenance of their home and lot—painting, roofs, gutters, lawns, driveways, etc. If an owner fails to maintain, the association can step in after 20 days' notice and charge the owner.
• Leasing & rentals: Owners may lease their lots without restriction, but leases must be in writing and include a provision that the lease is subject to the CC&Rs, bylaws, and rules. Lessees must comply with these documents, and failure is a lease default.
• Common area use & rules: Owners have an easement to use common areas, but the association can charge fees for recreational facilities, assign parking, and make rules about parking and traffic. The board can suspend voting rights for unpaid assessments or rule violations, and can suspend privileges (except access to lots) for delinquent assessments.
• What this document doesn't cover: This excerpt does not include specific rules about pets, age restrictions, or rental minimums. It also doesn't specify the exact amount of current annual assessments or provide details on the association's insurance coverage.

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.