It is important for homeowners to understand what it means to live in a deed-restricted community such as Sabal Springs. By definition here in Florida, according to the website floridalife.com, “Deed restrictions limit what you can and cannot do to a particular property.” The article continues by listing various aspects of restrictions that can include adjacent structures, fences, trees, obstruction of views, and color choices. Of course, most Homeowners Associations (HOAs) are deed-restricted and include multiple and varied restrictions and requirements. These are generally listed in the covenants of the community.
Though restrictions are limiting, they can also provide some benefits. The website continues by suggesting that many deed-restricted communities “come with facilities and amenities that improve the quality of life.” Such amenities, as we have here in Sabal Springs, may include a gym, swimming pool, clubhouse, etc. In addition, property maintenance is frequently provided as well as rules to ensure properties are maintained at a certain level.
Here in Sabal Springs, our governing documents include a deed restriction. These restrictions were originated at the inception of the Sabal Springs Homeowners Association. Our HOA Articles of Incorporation is a legal document first recorded in October 1988 and generally describes our existence. Our Covenant, also legally recorded, set forth the general restrictions of our community. Lastly, the Rules and Regulations provide the details of the restrictions.
Sabal Springs has various active committees, including the Compliance Committee and Architecture Committee, whose functions are to ensure the Covenants and the Rules and Regulations of the community are followed by homeowners. These important committees make every effort to ensure Sabal Springs remains the beautiful and well-kept community we were originally drawn to when we purchased our homes.
Homeowners are encouraged to visit the Sabal Springs HOA portal to review our governing documents. If you are unsure as to what may require compliance, please call the HOA office for assistance. As we all work together in cooperation, we can ensure our deed-restricted properties can remain in harmony. And, for that, we can surely be thankful.
