Putnam Run at Westbay Estates

What Putnam Run at Westbay Estates's governing documents say

Putnam Run at Westbay Estates is a planned community in Wilmington, NC, governed by a homeowners' association (HOA). This document is the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) that applies to all lot owners. It establishes the HOA, sets rules for property use and maintenance, and defines assessments and architectural controls.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and dwelling; the HOA maintains common elements like private roads, stormwater ponds, and open spaces. Limited common elements (front yards) are maintained by the HOA but used exclusively by the lot owner.
• Architectural review: All exterior changes—including new structures, additions, painting, and fences—require written approval from the Declarant or later the HOA Board or Architectural Control Committee. Approval may be based on aesthetic grounds. If no decision within 30 days, approval is deemed given.
• Minimum dwelling size: Each dwelling must have at least 1,250 square feet of enclosed, heated living area (excluding garages, decks, etc.), though the Architectural Control Committee may allow as low as 1,200 square feet.
• Construction timeline: Exterior construction must be completed within 12 months of starting, unless delayed by strikes, fires, national emergency, or natural calamities.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot must provide off-street parking for at least two passenger cars, with driveways and parking areas made of concrete, brick, asphalt, turf stone, or other approved material.
• Assessments & fees: Lot owners pay annual assessments, special assessments (approved by 2/3 vote), insurance assessments, ad valorem tax assessments, and a working capital assessment (1/6 of current annual assessment at closing). Unpaid assessments become a lien on the lot and may be foreclosed.
• Developer rights: The Declarant (developer) retains special rights, including control of the Architectural Control Committee, the ability to annex additional property, and the power to amend the declaration without member approval in certain circumstances (e.g., to correct errors or comply with laws).
• What this document doesn't cover: This excerpt does not specify the exact amount of annual assessments, pet rules, leasing restrictions, or age restrictions. It also does not include the full bylaws or any rules and regulations adopted by the HOA.

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.