Pinecrest Townhome Association Inc

What Pinecrest Townhome Association Inc's governing documents say

Pinecrest Townhome Association Inc. in Raleigh, NC is a planned community of single-family attached townhomes (party walls) governed by a homeowners association (HOA). The rules bind each lot owner, not renters. The original developer, Pulte Home Corporation, created this community and retains certain rights until enough lots are sold.

• What you own & maintain: You own your individual lot and the attached townhome on it, including the driveway. You must maintain the entire townhome (walls, roof, exterior) and any fenced backyard area. The association mows and maintains the non-fenced front portions of each lot (except watering) and all common areas (like streets, open space).
• Architectural review: You must get written approval from the executive board before any exterior change, addition, or new structure (including fences, paint, roofs). Plans must be submitted at least 30 days in advance; if the board doesn't act within 30 days, approval is not required. Fences are only allowed in the backyard area and must match a standardized design kept by the board.
• Leasing & rentals: The declaration does not directly restrict how long or under what conditions you can lease your home. However, all common-area use and parking rules apply to tenants. No specific minimum lease term is mentioned.
• Parking & vehicles: No boats, trailers, campers, or utility trailers may be stored or repaired on the property unless the board permits it. Cars must be parked on a paved area on your lot, in operating condition with current tags. No unregistered or inoperable vehicles.
• Pets: A reasonable number of household pets is allowed, but they cannot be kept for breeding or commercial purposes. Livestock and poultry are prohibited. Pets must not be a nuisance to neighbors.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. You may run a home office as long as it doesn't generate customer traffic or signs. No noxious, offensive, or nuisance activities are allowed. No exterior speakers or sound devices (except security). No clotheslines, window air conditioners, or temporary structures (except during construction) without board permission.
• Assessments & fees: All lot owners (except the developer during its ownership) must pay annual and special assessments equally per lot. The board sets the budget each year. Delinquent payments accrue 18% annual interest (or the legal maximum) and can lead to a lien or foreclosure.
• Signs & antennas: Signs of any kind (including for-sale signs) require board approval, except customary name/address signs. Antennas, aerials, and satellite dishes larger than one meter (approx. 39 inches) are prohibited; smaller ones must be placed in the least visible location possible.

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.