Westhampton Courts

Key facts from Westhampton Courts's documents

Reflects the 2004 governing documents — figures and rules are as originally recorded and may have changed since.

Community type

Planned Unit Development – Homeowners Association (not a condominium) (Art II(B)(10) reference to 'Planned Unit)

Units / lots

Not explicitly stated; includes townhouse units and detached units. The 2007 amendment references 'final seven (7) planned homes on Wren Court' and four specific detached units (4,5,6,7 Wren Court). Overall number not specified. (2007 amendment, INSERT at Art I(S)(2))

Governing law

Not explicitly stated; governed by Ohio common law and Ohio Revised Code for non-profit corporations (O.R.C. §1702.06 for service of process). No specific condominium act referenced. (Art IV(E) service of process)

Assessments & dues

Not fixed; set annually by Board. (Art I(B)(1) and Art VII(A))

Special assessments

Permitted for special projects or expenses not in Annual Assessment; paid in lump sum or installments. (Art I(B)(2))

Collections & liens

Association has continuing lien on each Lot for unpaid assessments (including late fees, interest, costs). Lien may be recorded; priority over later liens except real estate taxes and first mortgages. Foreclosure action may be brought. Asso (Art VII(E), (F))

Reserves & fees

No explicit transfer fee; but seller must pay all outstanding assessments and provide buyer's name and verification of receipt of governing documents. (Art III)

Pets

Yes – up to 2 dogs (excluding pit bull, rottweiler, Presa Canario), cats, canaries, domestic caged pets (including fish tanks). No snakes, reptiles, or exotic animals. No breeding for commercial purposes. (Art II(B)(9))

Leasing & rentals

Generally prohibited to create owner-occupied community. Exceptions: (1) Units occupied by parent/child of Owner; (2) existing lessees as of recording date until title transfers; (3) hardship one-time lease of 6-24 months; (4) temporary job (Art II(B)(6))

Parking & vehicles

Subject to Rules and street signage; Board may designate guest parking and restrict Owner parking on streets. (Art II(B)(7)(d))

Fences

No fence shall obstruct right-of-way sight lines. Fences require Board approval under Art II(B)(11). (Art II(B)(16) and (11))

Architectural approval

Yes – Board approval required for any construction, alteration, change in appearance, fences, walls, landscaping changes. (Art II(B)(11), (15), (16) and Art V(B)(3)

Home business

Allowed with restrictions: no walk-in traffic, no exterior evidence, conform to zoning, no interference, no school/music studio/day care, etc. Board approval not explicitly required but must conform to rules. (Art II(B)(3))

Signs & flags

No exterior signs without Board written consent, except Declarant's 'For Sale' signs on unsold lots. Federal antenna regulations apply. (Art II(B)(14))

Use restrictions

Yes – each Unit shall be used as a residence for a single family; no industry, business, trade, or profession permitted. (Art II(A), (B)(1))

Voting & meetings

One vote per Lot; Townhouse Unit Owners vote only on matters pertaining to Townhouse Units; Detached Unit Owners vote only on matters pertaining to Detached Units. All Members vote on common matters. (Art IV(B))

Extracted from the recorded governing documents and cited to them; may be incomplete and is not legal advice — verify against the official documents below.