Peppertree (NC)

What Peppertree (NC)'s governing documents say

Peppertree is a townhome community in Durham County, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA) and a separate recreational association. This declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) binds all lot owners and sets rules for property use, maintenance, assessments, and shared amenities. It is the full rulebook for the community, so it applies to homeowners, and by extension, to tenants and guests.

• What you own & maintain: You own your townhome lot and the interior of your unit. The HOA maintains common areas and the exterior of your home (roof, gutters, exterior surfaces, landscaping), but you are responsible for windows, doors, screens, decks, patios, and interior utilities.
• Assessments & fees: You must pay annual and special assessments to the HOA, and also to the separate recreational association for amenities like the pool and tennis courts. Unpaid assessments accrue interest and can become a lien on your property.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes—buildings, fences, walls, or other structures—require written approval from the HOA board or an architectural committee. If they don't respond within 30 days, approval is deemed given.
• Use restrictions: Properties are for residential use only, and only townhouse buildings are allowed. No temporary structures, trailers, or outbuildings may be used as residences. No commercial activities, advertising signs, or nuisances are permitted.
• Pets: You may keep dogs, cats, or other household pets, but they cannot be raised, bred, or kept for commercial purposes.
• Party walls: Walls shared between townhomes are party walls. Repair and maintenance costs are shared proportionally, and disputes are resolved through arbitration.
• Recreational amenities: All lot owners are members of the Peppertree Recreational Association, which operates the swimming pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse. You must pay assessments to this association, and your use of the facilities can be suspended for unpaid assessments or rule infractions.
• What this document doesn't cover: This excerpt does not include rental restrictions, age restrictions, or specific rules about parking or vehicles. It also doesn't specify the current assessment amounts, which are set annually by the boards.

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.