The Chaise

What The Chaise's governing documents say

The Chaise is a single-family home subdivision in Wilmington, NC, governed by a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs). These rules apply to all lot owners and are designed to protect property values and maintain a uniform appearance.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and the living unit on it. You are responsible for maintaining the exterior of your home and the general landscaping of your lot, including replacing dead plants, in harmony with the community's design.
• Architectural review: No building, fence, wall, or other structure may be erected or altered until plans are approved in writing by the proper municipal authority. Decks must be under 250 sq ft, made of wood, and not extend beyond the front of the living unit; any deck fence must be under 60 inches tall, wood, and confined to the deck perimeter.
• Landscaping: You may plant flowers or ornamental shrubs within four feet of your living unit, deck, or patio, provided you maintain the bed. No other trees, shrubs, or ground cover may be planted by you without approval.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for residential use only, with one single-family dwelling (max 1.5 stories) per lot. Minimum dwelling cost is $50,000 (based on current building costs) and minimum ground area is 1,000 sq ft for one-story or multi-story homes.
• Pets: Dogs, cats, or other household pets are allowed but not for commercial purposes. No animals, livestock, or poultry are permitted.
• Parking & vehicles: Trucks, trailers, vans, and boats may park only where they don't interfere with traffic or other owners' rights. Inoperable vehicles are not allowed; all vehicles must be in running condition with current license and inspection. Garages must be used only for parking and incidental storage.
• Leasing & rentals: The document does not restrict leasing by owners, but the Declarant may lease unsold units or lots. No minimum lease term is stated.
• What this document doesn't cover: This document does not specify any age restrictions, rental caps, pet limits (beyond no commercial use), or association fees. It also does not create a homeowners association for The Chaise itself; instead, it references membership in the Carriage Hills Owners Association for enforcement and amendment purposes.

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.