Townes at Umstead

What Townes at Umstead's governing documents say

Townes at Umstead is a townhome community in Raleigh, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This declaration sets out the rules for owning a townhome, including assessments, architectural approvals, and use restrictions. It also includes special provisions required by the City of Raleigh for cluster and townhouse developments.

• What you own & maintain: You own your townhome and its lot, but share common areas like streets, open space, and stormwater facilities with other owners. The association maintains common property, and you are responsible for maintaining your own dwelling and lot.
• Assessments & fees: All owners pay annual assessments to cover common expenses, plus possible special assessments and stormwater assessments. There is also a working capital assessment at the time of purchase. The declaration does not state specific dollar amounts.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases are allowed but must comply with the declaration's rules. The document does not specify a minimum lease term, but all leases must be in writing and subject to the association's rules.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes, including landscaping, fences, or additions, require approval from the Architectural Review Committee. Tree cutting is also regulated.
• Use restrictions: The declaration prohibits certain activities, such as using properties for streets, and restricts actions that could be a nuisance. Temporary structures are prohibited, and parking in fire lanes is not allowed.
• Stormwater management: The community has stormwater control measures and assessments to maintain them. The declaration includes detailed provisions for stormwater assessments and easements, as required by the City of Raleigh.
• What this document doesn't cover: This excerpt is the declaration of covenants, but it does not include the full text of the association's bylaws, architectural guidelines, or current rules and regulations. Specific fee amounts, pet policies, and other operational details are not in this document.

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.