Avenel

What Avenel's governing documents say

Avenel is a single-family home HOA in Wilmington, NC. This declaration governs all lots in the subdivision, binding current and future owners. The association maintains common areas (including private streets and a boat facility) and enforces architectural and use restrictions.

• Architectural review: No exterior improvements (buildings, fences, landscaping, color changes, tree removal) may be made without prior written approval from Declarant (or later an Architectural Review Board). Approval is based solely on aesthetic harmony. Plans are deemed approved if not acted on within 30 days.
• Minimum dwelling size & garage: Single-level homes must have at least 2,200 sq ft of finished ground floor area; multi-level homes must have at least 2,500 sq ft total with 1,200 sq ft on the ground floor (excluding garage, carport, unheated storage, porches). Every home must include a two-car attached or detached garage.
• Leasing & rentals: No lease may be for less than 30 days. Entire dwelling units only (no room rentals). All leases must be in writing and subject to the declaration and bylaws.
• Pets: Customary household pets are allowed, but not for commercial purposes or if they become a nuisance. No hunting is permitted on the property.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot must provide off-street parking. No vehicles, boats, or trailers may be parked on streets or yards; all must be in designated driveways or garages.
• Fences, pools & outbuildings: Fences cannot exceed 6 ft (10 ft for tennis courts). No above-ground pools; in-ground pools must be at least 20 ft from side/rear lot lines. No temporary structures (trailers, campers, tents) may be used as residences.
• Assessments: Annual assessments start at $180 per lot and can increase up to 10% per year without a vote. Higher increases require majority approval. Special assessments may be levied for capital improvements.

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.