Wake County does not regulate HOAs — they are private entities governed by recorded CCRs and NC Planned Community Act (NCGS Ch. 47F) and Condo Act (NCGS Ch. 47C). The county will not intervene in HOA disputes; disputes go to mediation, arbitration, or NC civil court.
NC Planned Community Act (NCGS §47F) governs HOAs formed after Jan 1, 1999. HOAs may enforce architectural rules, paint colors, mailboxes, fences, lawn standards, and parking. Enforcement remedies include fines (with hearing rights), suspension of common-area privileges, and civil suits. Special assessments require board approval per the CCRs. Foreclosure for unpaid HOA dues is allowed under NCGS §47F-3-116. Owners can challenge HOA decisions through the HOA dispute resolution process (typically mediation first) or NC Superior Court. The NC Real Estate Commission handles complaints about HOA management companies but not HOA boards directly.
Owner non-compliance with CCRs: HOA fines (typically $50-100 per violation, subject to hearing under §47F-3-107.1). Unpaid dues over 90 days: lien and possible foreclosure under §47F-3-116.
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