Peiffer Estates

What Peiffer Estates's governing documents say

Peiffer Estates is a single-family home HOA in Wilmington, NC. This declaration governs four lots for single-family residences, binding all owners, tenants, and occupants. The HOA maintains common areas (private access easement and sewer main) funded by assessments.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and dwelling; the HOA owns and maintains the common area (private access easement and sewer main). Each owner is responsible for the sewer line serving their lot; the sewer main is shared.
• Assessments & fees: No fixed monthly assessment is set; the HOA will levy special assessments for common area maintenance and capital improvements, requiring approval by two-thirds of voting owners. A working capital fee is due at lot purchase.
• Architectural review: All exterior changes (buildings, fences, colors) must be approved by the HOA board or architectural committee. Plans are deemed approved if no decision within 30 days. Minimum heated area: 1,500 sq ft. Exterior must be completed within 12 months of start.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. No business, noxious activities, or temporary structures (except behind fences). Junk vehicles must be removed within 3 days of notice. For-sale signs limited to 18"x30".
• Parking & vehicles: Off-street parking for at least 2 cars required, paved with concrete, brick, or asphalt. On-street parking for guests only. Boats, campers, trailers, and similar vehicles must be stored out of sight (behind fence or in garage).
• Pets: Dogs, cats, chickens, and other household pets allowed but not for commercial purposes. Must be leashed or escorted; no running free.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases are permitted; tenants must comply with all rules. Owners may delegate common area use to tenants. No minimum lease term is stated.
• Dispute resolution: Disputes among owners must be submitted to arbitration if not resolved within 60 days of written notice. One mutually acceptable arbitrator; governed by U.S. Arbitration Act.

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.