Q&A Series- Mooresville & lake Norman NC Subdivisions

Continuing with our discussion on frequently asked questions about purchasing property in the Mooresville and Lake Norman area of North Carolina we'll answer a few more questions on the topic of property restrictions.

Do my constitutional rights to freedom of speech, freedom of religion and the enjoyment of my property prevail over the restrictive covenants or the powers of the Homeowners Association?

Not in all cases. If a buyer purchases a property in a subdivision subject to covenants and restrictions they agree to abide by those restrictions. Storage of personal property such as RV's or boats, displaying signs, flags or banners , keeping certain types of animals & other practices can be lawfully controlled by the restrictive covenants if they are properly created and enforced.

What if a homeowner doesn't want to follow the restrictive covenants affecting the property?

Home buyers take property subject to the restrictions and are bound to follow them even if they may not have known that the property was subject to restrictive covenants. Once restrictions have been properly imposed on a property they "run with the land" and are binding on the owner and all subsequent owners. No homeowner may use a property for any purpose that violates the covenants and restrictions of the subdivision.

For more info on purchasing a home in Mooresville NC or for any questions on Mooresville NC real estate just give me a call at 704-363-6946 or visit the Mooresville NC Real Estate resource!