Vineyard at Bentley

What Vineyard at Bentley's governing documents say

This is a declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions for The Vineyard at Bentley Ridge Townhomes, a townhome community in Raleigh, NC. It establishes a homeowners association (HOA) that maintains common areas and exteriors, and it binds all owners and their tenants. The document covers assessments, architectural control, parking, pets, leasing, and other rules for living in the community.

• What you own & maintain: You own your townhome lot and the interior. The association handles exterior maintenance (roof, siding, front/side landscaping) and common areas, but you're responsible for your rear courtyard and any damage you cause.
• Assessments & fees: Annual HOA assessments are set by the board, with a cap on increases (10% or CPI, whichever is greater) unless members approve more. Special assessments for capital improvements require a 2/3 vote. Delinquent assessments accrue 12% interest and become a lien on your property.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes—fences, paint, landscaping, structures—need written approval from the board or architectural committee. Fences must match the original style unless unanimously approved. The board can reject plans for any reason, including aesthetics.
• Parking & vehicles: Park only in your driveway or closed garage—no street parking. Boats, trailers, campers, motorhomes, and trucks (except passenger pickups) are banned unless stored in a closed garage. Non-licensed vehicles are not allowed.
• Leasing & rentals: You can rent your townhome, but leases must be for at least three months (no short-term/transient rentals). You must rent the entire unit, provide the association a copy of the lease, and the lease must require the tenant to follow all HOA rules.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, and other household pets are allowed, but not for commercial purposes. Pets must be kept inside from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. (walking on a leash is allowed), and outdoor pet housing/fencing needs architectural approval.
• Use & conduct: The property is for single-family residential use only—no businesses, signs (except for-sale/rent signs), or activities that create nuisances. Trash cans can only be out on pickup day after 6 a.m. Window screens on the front are not allowed without approval.

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.