CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions)
This governing document sets the rules homeowners agree to when purchasing property in the community.
What are the CC&Rs?
This document describes how the HOA is run internally.
What are the Bylaws?
These are created by the Board to support the CC&Rs and maintain community harmony.
What are the Rules & Regulations?
Before changing home exteriors, homeowners must receive this.
What is ARC/ACC approval?
These are mandatory payments used to fund HOA operations.
What are assessments/dues?
This term refers to using a property in a way that violates the CC&Rs.
What is non-compliance (or a violation)?
Bylaws outline the duties of these leadership roles.
What are the Board officers?
This rule commonly covers where residents may park their vehicles.
What is the parking policy?
Guidelines often restrict these outdoor structures (example: sheds).
What are accessory structures?
This fund covers long-term repairs like roofs, pools, or roads.
What is the reserve fund?
CC&Rs typically give the HOA the authority to issue these when homeowners break the rules.
What are fines or violation notices?
Bylaws specify how many Board members make up a ____________.
What is a quorum?
Time restrictions on amenities (like pools or parks) are typically found here.
What are the amenity rules?
Homeowners must submit this along with their architectural request.
What are plans, materials, or color samples?
If a homeowner doesn't pay their assessments, the HOA can place this on the property.
What is a lien?
The CC&Rs often state that all homes must maintain this to keep the community looking consistent.
What is curb appeal / exterior appearance?
This describes how often Board meetings must occur and how they are noticed.
What are meeting requirements?
The Board may update these without homeowner approval unless stated otherwise.
What are the Rules & Regulations?
The ARC must respond within this type of timeframe.
What is the review period (e.g., 30–45 days)?
This document shows the HOA’s planned expenses for the year.
What is the annual budget?
A homeowner wanting to modify their home’s exterior must submit this to the HOA.
What is an ARC/ACC application?
Elections and terms of office for the Board are usually found in this section of the Bylaws.
What is the governance/election procedures section?
Rules & Regs are enforceable because they must be what?
What is consistent with the CC&Rs?
If the ARC denies a request, the homeowner may do this.
What is appeal to the Board?
Unexpected large costs are paid through a __________ assessment.
What is a special assessment?