Turtle Hall

What Turtle Hall's governing documents say

Turtle Hall is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a Declaration of Restrictions that applies to all lots. The rules are enforced by the Turtle Hall Association (THA) and are designed to maintain a residential, aesthetically consistent neighborhood.

• Architectural review: No building, fence, wall, or other structure may be erected or altered, and no grading or vegetation removal (trees over 3 inches diameter) may occur, without prior written approval by THA, which may refuse for any reason including aesthetic considerations.
• Minimum house size: Each house must have at least 2,000 to 2,500 square feet of enclosed dwelling area (excluding garages, decks, open porches, and shed-type porches), as specified in the deed for each lot.
• Construction timeline: Houses must be completed and a certificate of occupancy issued within three years of the deed from THA; exterior must be completed within 12 months of starting construction, unless delayed by strikes, fires, national emergency, or natural calamity.
• Right of first refusal: For two years after buying a lot, the owner must first offer it to THA at the same price and terms before selling to anyone else; THA has 30 days to accept or reject.
• Residential use only: All lots are for single-family residential use only; no home businesses or occupations are permitted. No trailers, tents, or temporary structures (except contractor shelters during construction) are allowed.
• Pets: Only household pets are allowed; no other domesticated animals may be kept on the property.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot must provide off-street parking for at least three cars, with driveways and parking areas made of concrete, asphalt, or crushed stone.
• Signs: Only a temporary 'For Sale' sign and a property identification sign (combined total no more than 2 square feet) are allowed.

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.