Misty Harbour

What Misty Harbour's governing documents say

Misty Harbour is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a homeowners' association (HOA). The rules apply to all lot owners and are designed to maintain a uniform residential character. Key restrictions cover architectural review, minimum and maximum home sizes, and limits on leasing, pets, and parking.

• Residential use & lot use: All lots are for single-family residential use only. No temporary structures, trailers, or tents are allowed. One single-family residence per lot, and no lot may be subdivided without HOA approval.
• Architectural review: All exterior changes—including buildings, fences, landscaping, and grading—require prior written approval from the Architectural Review Committee. The committee has sole discretion to approve or deny plans.
• Home size & design: Minimum heated floor area is 1,400 sq ft; maximum is 3,500 sq ft (excluding garage, porches). Buildings cannot exceed two stories. Exterior materials, colors, and roof shingles must be approved. No high-intensity flood lighting from poles or dwellings.
• Construction timeline: Once construction begins, it must be completed within eight months, unless delayed by strikes, fires, national emergencies, or natural calamities.
• Maintenance & upkeep: Owners must keep their lot and dwelling in neat condition. No noxious or offensive activities. The HOA may enter the lot to mow, remove trash, or correct unsightly conditions and charge the owner.
• Parking & vehicles: Each lot must provide off-street parking for two cars. Only one driveway per lot, maximum 16 feet wide. No more than two boats may be parked on the lot, beside or behind the dwelling, and must be kept clean.
• Assessments & fees: The HOA can levy annual and special assessments on a uniform basis per lot. Unpaid assessments become a lien on the property and accrue interest at 1.5% per month. The HOA may also borrow money for community purposes.
• Duration & amendments: The restrictions run for 20 years from 1986, automatically renewing for 10-year periods unless a majority of owners vote to terminate. Amendments require 70% developer approval until 70% of lots are sold, then 66-2/3% owner vote.

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.