Matthews HOAs enforce architectural review committees (ARC) under recorded CCRs. Approval required before exterior changes, paint colors, additions, fences, and landscaping. Written decisions typically required within 30-60 days per bylaws.
NC Planned Community Act (NCGS 47F-3-102) grants associations authority to adopt rules including architectural standards when authorized by the declaration. ARCs must act in good faith and apply standards consistently. NCGS 47F-3-120 allows attorney fees to prevailing party in enforcement actions. Owners retain due process rights to notice and hearing per NCGS 47F-3-107.1.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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