Jumpin' Run Townhouses

What Jumpin' Run Townhouses's governing documents say

Jumpin' Run Townhouses is a townhome community in Wilmington, NC, where you own a lot and a townhouse unit, and share common areas with other owners. The homeowners association (Jumpin' Run HOA, Inc.) maintains the exteriors and common areas, and all owners are automatically members. This document is the original 1985 declaration and bylaws, so some details (like current fees) may have changed.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and townhouse unit. The association handles exterior maintenance (roofs, gutters, exterior surfaces, decks, landscaping) except for glass surfaces and courtyard landscaping. Damage caused by your negligence is charged to you.
• Party walls: Walls between units are party walls. Repair costs are shared proportionally by the owners who use the wall. If you cause damage, you bear the full cost.
• Architectural review: No exterior changes (buildings, fences, additions) may be made without written approval from the board or an architectural committee, to ensure harmony with surrounding structures.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for residential use only. No inoperable vehicles, boats, campers, or trailers allowed. Pets (dogs, cats) are allowed but must be leashed and not a nuisance; the board can expel problem pets. No 'For Sale' signs or outside antennas without permission. Window coverings visible from outside must be white or neutral unless approved.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments are set by the board, with a maximum increase of 5% per year without a membership vote. A working capital fee equal to two months' estimated assessment is due at closing. Special assessments for capital improvements require a 2/3 vote of each membership class. Unpaid assessments accrue 12% interest and become a lien on the property.
• Leasing & rentals: Owners may lease their unit, but leases must be for at least six months. Tenants have the right to use common areas as delegated by the owner.
• Insurance: The association carries master casualty and liability insurance (minimum $1,000,000 liability) on the common areas and exterior of units. Premiums are paid by owners as an additional assessment. Proceeds are used for repairs; any surplus may be distributed or retained by the association.
• What this document doesn't cover: This is the original 1985 declaration and bylaws. It does not include current fee amounts, specific pet limits (only general pet rules), or any later amendments. Contact the HOA for up-to-date rules and assessments.

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.