Bluegreen

What Bluegreen's governing documents say

Dolphin Shores at North Topsail Beach is a single-family home subdivision in Surf City, NC, governed by a homeowners' association (HOA). These covenants apply to lot owners and set rules for residential use, construction, and property maintenance.

• Residential use & home businesses: Lots are for single-family residential use only. Home businesses are allowed if not detectable from outside, comply with zoning, involve no client visits, and don't disrupt the neighborhood.
• Construction & architectural review: All structures, fences, landscaping, and other improvements require prior written approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Plans are deemed approved if no response within 15 days. Denial requires specific findings (e.g., negative economic impact, incompatibility).
• Building size & type: Only one single-family dwelling per lot, max 3 stories and 45 feet high, with at least 1,600 heated square feet. No mobile homes, trailers, or temporary residences. Modular construction is allowed if not on a chassis.
• Stormwater & environmental rules: Built-upon area per lot is limited (e.g., 2,821 sq ft for most lots). A 30-foot vegetated buffer must be maintained between impervious surfaces and surface waters. Filling or piping of vegetative conveyances is prohibited.
• Pets: Household pets are allowed but not for breeding or commercial purposes. Pets must be leashed when off the owner's lot.
• Parking & vehicles: No overnight parking of vehicles over 7,250 lbs empty weight, campers, motor homes, or buses except in an enclosed garage. Guest parking is allowed; on-street parking is prohibited except for temporary gatherings. No vehicle repairs outside an enclosed garage.
• Leasing & rentals: Leasing a dwelling or lot is not considered a business and is permitted, but no specific lease term minimum is stated in this document.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments start at $240 per lot. The HOA can increase assessments up to 15% per year without a vote; higher increases require 2/3 member approval. Special assessments for capital improvements also require 2/3 vote. Assessments are a lien on the property.

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.