Responsibilities

In the interest of enhancing and protecting the value, desirability, and attractiveness of the properties within The Retreat, each property is subject to certain Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs). The document goes with the title to the property and defines certain rights and responsibilities of home owners. Its major sections include: "See Governing Documents"

1. Definitions

2. Property Rights and Obligations of Owners

3. Homeowners Association

4. Assessments

5. Architectural Control

6. Exterior Maintenance Responsibilities

7. Use of Properties and Restrictions

8. Easements

9. Insurance

10. Damage or Destruction

11. Condemnation

12. Breach and Default

13. Protection of Mortgagees

14. Notices

15. No Public Rights in the Properties

16. Amendment of Declaration

17. General Provisions

If you live in The Retreat, it's important that you read, understand, and comply with the entire document. A few of the more common violations include:

1. Parking,

2. Architectural review,

3. Trash cans, and

4. Signage.

Please be sure to review Article VIII, Use of Properties and Restrictions, carefully. Failure to comply with the CC&Rs can result in fines being levied against the property owner.