Friendly Shores

What Friendly Shores's governing documents say

Friendly Shores is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a Declaration of Restrictions recorded in 1985. These rules run with the land and bind all current and future lot owners. The community is designed for residential use only, with a homeowners' association that maintains common areas, private streets, and a marina.

• Residential use & minimum home size: All lots must be used for residential purposes only. Any residence must have at least 1,600 square feet of enclosed heated area (measured by exterior finish, excluding porches, garages, etc.).
• Architectural review & construction rules: Before any construction, alteration, or fence, plans must be submitted to the Architectural Control Committee (or successor) for approval, which may be denied for any reason including aesthetics. No structure may exceed 2 stories. Accessory buildings must match the main house in materials and design. Construction must be completed within 12 months.
• Pets: Only household pets are allowed; control of pets is the owner's responsibility.
• Leasing & rentals: No specific lease term restrictions are stated, but the document does not address leasing beyond general use restrictions.
• Assessments & HOA fees: The HOA can levy annual and special assessments. Annual assessments can increase up to 10% per year without member vote; any larger increase requires a 2/3 vote. Special assessments for capital improvements also require 2/3 approval. Assessments are a lien on the lot and a personal obligation of the owner.
• Marina & boat slips: Lots with a boat slip (Class A) pay a higher assessment for marina maintenance; lots without (Class B) pay one-fifth of that rate. Boat slips cannot be sold or leased to non-residents, and ownership cannot be severed from a lot.
• Prohibited uses & nuisances: No yard sales, garage sales, or advertising signs (except a small for-sale sign). No obnoxious or offensive activities. No house trailers, mobile homes, or temporary structures. No exposed fuel tanks. No satellite dishes or outdoor antennas. Fences, walls, or hedges cannot exceed 6 feet in height.
• What this document doesn't cover: This document does not specify current assessment amounts, pet limits (beyond 'household pets'), parking rules, or age restrictions. It is a foundational declaration; actual HOA bylaws and rules may contain additional details.

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.