Zzbent Tree

What Zzbent Tree's governing documents say

This is a master declaration for Bent Tree Plantation, a master-planned residential community in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, with both single-family and multi-family areas. It establishes a homeowners' association and sets rules for all property owners, including architectural review, use restrictions, and fees. The document also includes a detailed addendum of architectural guidelines.

• Community type & governance: Bent Tree Plantation is a master-planned community with single-family and multi-family areas, governed by a master declaration and a homeowners' association (Bent Tree Plantation Home Owners' Association, Inc.). All property owners automatically become members of the association.
• Residential use only: All lots must be used for residential purposes only, unless specifically approved by the developer. Neighborhood businesses, specialty shops, and restaurants may be approved in multi-family areas.
• Architectural review: All plans for any structure or improvement must be approved in writing by the developer (or the association after formation) before work begins. The review includes location, materials, colors, and landscaping. A building certificate is required before construction, and an occupancy permit before moving in.
• Construction & completion deadlines: Once construction starts, it must be substantially completed within 6 months in single-family areas and 12 months in multi-family areas. Landscaping must be completed within 90 days of occupancy or substantial completion. Fines apply for delays.
• Pets & animals: Only usual household pets are allowed; no livestock. Dogs or other large pets must be kept in the dwelling or on a leash and cannot run loose.
• Vehicles & parking: No overnight parking on streets. No trucks larger than a half-ton pickup may be parked visible for more than 48 hours. Boats, motor homes, and travel trailers cannot be stored on lots for more than 48 hours unless in a garage or carport. Fines up to $10/day may be imposed.
• Property maintenance & nuisances: Lots must be kept free of junk, debris, and unattractive growth. No noxious or offensive activities. Exterior of buildings and yards must be maintained in a sightly condition. The association can enter and correct deficiencies after notice.
• Fees & assessments: The association can levy uniform annual charges for maintenance of streets, amenities, and common areas. Special assessments require a 60% written vote of owners. The initial private street maintenance fee was $60 per parcel, adjustable by CPI until the association is formed.

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.