Old Cape Cod

What Old Cape Cod's governing documents say

Old Cape Cod, Section 2 is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions applies to lot owners and sets rules for property use, assessments, architectural control, and common area maintenance.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and the dwelling on it. The association maintains common areas, stormwater drainage systems, and utility easements. You must maintain your lot and any fencing installed by the developer.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments start the day after you buy the lot (once a certificate of occupancy is issued). They can increase up to 10% per year without a vote; larger increases need 2/3 approval. Special assessments for capital improvements also require 2/3 vote. A working capital fee equal to two months' estimated assessment is due at closing.
• Architectural review: All exterior changes (buildings, fences, paint colors, satellite dishes) must be approved in writing by the developer or architectural committee. Plans are deemed approved if no response within 30 days. Minimum dwelling size is 800 sq ft enclosed; no metal storage buildings; fences must be wood, shadow-box or solid picket style, max 6 ft high.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot must have off-street parking for at least 2 cars, surfaced with concrete, asphalt, brick, or turf stone. No parking in yards, streets, or common areas. No more than 3 vehicles per residence without written approval.
• Leasing & rentals: No specific lease term restrictions are mentioned. Owners may delegate common area use to tenants who reside on the property.
• Pets: No pet restrictions are mentioned in this document.
• What this document doesn't cover: This excerpt does not include the full declaration (e.g., use restrictions, rental caps, pet rules, or enforcement procedures). It is a partial document focused on definitions, property rights, assessments, architectural control, and stormwater maintenance.

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.