Wendell Falls Community Association

What Wendell Falls Community Association's governing documents say

Wendell Falls is a master-planned community in Wendell, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This declaration establishes the community's rules and standards, which apply to all owners, residents, tenants, and guests. It covers everything from architectural review and leasing restrictions to flag and political sign display.

• What you own & maintain: You own your individual lot and home (a 'Unit'). The association maintains common areas and shared infrastructure, but you are responsible for maintaining your own property, subject to community-wide standards.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes, landscaping, or improvements to your property require approval under the Design Guidelines and design review process. The association can enforce these standards.
• Leasing & rentals: Leasing is generally prohibited except for hardship exemptions, builder model homes, or institutional lenders. Otherwise, you may request permission to lease, but only up to 10% of non-exempt units can be leased at any time, and leases must comply with the rules.
• Occupancy limits: Occupancy is limited to twice the number of bedrooms, or two adults plus their children under 18. Overnight guests staying more than 7 nights in 30 days or 14 nights in 6 months count toward occupancy.
• Flags & political signs: You may display the U.S. or North Carolina flag (up to 4x6 feet) and political signs, but the association can regulate political sign timing (no earlier than 45 days before an election, no later than 7 days after) and size/number.
• Assessments & fees: The association levies annual and special assessments to fund common expenses. You must pay these, and unpaid assessments can become a lien on your property.
• Rules & enforcement: The association can adopt and amend rules governing conduct and property use. Rules must treat similar owners similarly and cannot restrict certain protected activities (like religious displays). The association can enforce rules and impose penalties.
• What this document doesn't cover: This is the declaration only; it does not include the full set of rules (Exhibit C), design guidelines, or bylaws, which are separate documents. Specific fee amounts, pet rules, and parking details are not in this excerpt.

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.