Potomac Woods

What Potomac Woods's governing documents say

Potomac Woods is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). This document is the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Section 4, binding all lot owners to rules about property use, assessments, and architectural control.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and the single-family home on it. The HOA maintains common areas, stormwater drainage (Class 1 easements), and entrance signage. You maintain your home, yard, and any Class 2 drainage swales on your lot.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments are set by the HOA board, with a maximum annual increase of 5% without member vote. Special assessments for capital improvements require a 2/3 vote of each membership class. A one-time $50 working capital fee is due from the first owner. Assessments are a lien on the property.
• Architectural review: No exterior changes (buildings, fences, additions) may be made without written approval from the Declarant or HOA board. Plans are reviewed for harmony of design. Approval is deemed given if no response within 30 days. Minimum home size is 1,600 sq. ft. of heated area.
• Leasing & rentals: The document does not restrict leasing. Owners may delegate use of common areas to tenants who reside on the property.
• Pets: Only domesticated dogs, cats, or other household pets are allowed. No commercial breeding. Pets must be leashed when outside. Outdoor pet shelters require Declarant approval.
• Parking & vehicles: No boats, campers, trailers, motor homes, or trucks over 1 ton may be stored on lots unless in an approved enclosed area behind a 6-ft fence. No motorized dirt bikes or ATVs on common areas or lots except for maintenance.
• Setbacks & structures: Minimum front setback: 25 ft; side/rear: 8 ft (5 ft for detached garages). No trailers, mobile homes, or garage apartments. Fences require written approval, cannot exceed 6 ft, and must be set back behind the rear corners of the house.
• What this document doesn't cover: This document does not specify current assessment amounts, pet limits, or age restrictions. It is a partial document for Section 4 only; other sections may have different rules.

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.