Marsh Landing

What Marsh Landing's governing documents say

Marsh Landing is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a homeowners' association (HOA). This declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) applies to all lot owners, residents, and guests. The community includes a tennis court and common area maintained by the HOA.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and single-family dwelling. The HOA maintains the common area (including the tennis court), streets, and utility/drainage lines outside individual lots. You must maintain your own lot and buildings, and keep them free of weeds, underbrush, and unsightly conditions.
• Architectural review: All exterior construction, additions, or alterations (including fences, walls, and other structures) require prior written approval from the Declarant or, after all lots are sold, the HOA Board or an architectural committee. Plans must be submitted; approval is based on harmony of design and location. If no decision within 30 days, approval is deemed given.
• Minimum house size & building rules: Each single-family dwelling must have at least 1,600 square feet of enclosed living area (excluding garages, decks, porches). Only one dwelling per lot, max two stories, plus small accessory buildings. Exterior must be completed within 12 months of starting construction. No temporary structures, trailers, or mobile homes as residences.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot must provide off-street parking for at least two cars, with driveways and parking areas made of concrete, brick, asphalt, or turfstone. No boats, campers, trailers, motor homes, or similar vehicles may remain on a lot unless stored in a garage or enclosed structure. Inoperable vehicles or those without current registration/insurance may be towed at owner's expense.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, or other household pets are allowed but not for commercial purposes. They must be leashed or kept within an approved fenced area and not allowed to run free.
• Leasing & rentals: The document does not address leasing or rental restrictions. (No minimum lease term or rental cap is stated.)
• Assessments & fees: The HOA levies annual assessments (set by the Board, initially up to $360 per lot, with annual increases up to 5% without member vote) and special assessments for capital improvements (requires 2/3 member vote). A working capital assessment equal to two months' estimated assessment is due at closing. Assessments are a lien on the lot and personal obligation of the owner.
• Use restrictions & nuisances: Lots are for single-family residential use only. No noxious or offensive activities, no outside antennas without permission, window coverings visible from outside must be white or neutral, exterior lights must be clear/white/non-frost. Signs require Board approval (except Declarant's sales signs).

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.