Property OwnershipIntermediateNorth Carolina Exam

Under the NC Planned Community Act (Chapter 47F), a homeowners' association in a planned community created after October 1, 1998 has authority to:

AOnly regulate exterior paint colors
BLevy assessments, enforce covenants, and foreclose on properties for unpaid duesCorrect
COverride local zoning ordinances
DDeny the sale of a property to any buyer, which reflects common industry practice

Why Levy assessments, enforce covenants, and foreclose on properties for unpaid dues Is Correct

Answer B: Levy assessments, enforce covenants, and foreclose on properties for unpaid dues

Under Chapter 47F, HOAs in qualifying planned communities can levy regular and special assessments, enforce the community's declaration and rules, and file liens (and ultimately foreclose) against properties with unpaid assessments.

Exam Tip: Property Ownership

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