Compton Crossing

What Compton Crossing's governing documents say

Compton Crossing is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by protective covenants that run with the land. These rules apply to all lot owners and are designed to maintain property values and a uniform residential character.

• Land use & building type: Lots may be used only for single-family residential purposes. Only one detached single-family dwelling (max 3 stories), a private garage for up to 3 cars, and a non-metal accessory building (max 250 sq ft, rear yard, with architectural approval) are allowed.
• Dwelling size: Single-story homes must have at least 900 sq ft of heated area (excluding porches, garages, etc.). Homes with more than one story must have at least 1,200 sq ft. The Architectural Committee may grant exceptions.
• Architectural review: All building plans, specifications, and plot plans must be approved in writing by a 3-person Architectural Committee for conformity and harmony of design. If the committee fails to act within 30 days, approval is deemed given.
• Setbacks & separation: Buildings must be set back at least 10 ft from pedestrian/bike paths, 35 ft from streets, and 50 ft from major highways. No building may be closer than 20 ft to another building. Minor violations (up to 10% of minimum) may be waived by the developer.
• Prohibited uses & nuisances: No business, manufacturing, commercial, or professional use is allowed. No noxious or offensive activity, signs (except real estate signs), or use as a doctor's office, fraternity house, rooming/boarding house, antique or gift shop. No storage of trade materials or inventories.
• Temporary structures & antennas: No trailers, tents, shacks, barns, or outbuildings (except approved garages and accessory buildings) are allowed. No detached garage may be used for habitation. Clotheslines, satellite dishes, and outside antennas require written Architectural Committee consent.
• Fences & landscaping: Fences, walls, hedges, or mass plantings are permitted only in the rear yard and must not extend beyond the rear corners of the dwelling. All fences require Architectural Committee approval for location, style, design, and materials.
• Animals: Only house pets are allowed; no animals or poultry of any other kind may be kept 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.