Question 1

Do exterior changes need approval in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Each homesite must have only one home with a garage, at least 1,240 square feet (excluding non-heated/non-air-conditioned space), a minimum 6" in 12" roof pitch, and must be constructed by the Developer or its designee in a design harmonious with the development, including specific requirements for eave and gable overhangs, roofing materials, and ceilings. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.1.

Question 2

Can you run a home business in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Not allowed. No commercial, professional, or similar activity requiring inventory, equipment, or customer/client visits may be conducted in a Home or on a Homesite. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.2.

Question 3

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about casualty insurance rebuild?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. If a residence is damaged or destroyed, the owner must rebuild, repair, or reconstruct it to its prior appearance and condition within two months of damage and complete it within eight months, unless prevented by governmental authority, subject to existing restrictions. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.4.

Question 4

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about clotheslines?

Accepted Answer

Not allowed. The hanging of clothes or clotheslines or poles is prohibited to the extent allowed by law. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.4.

Question 5

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about conservation environmental?

Accepted Answer

Not allowed. No person may enter any wildlife preserve, except as permitted by applicable law. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 6

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about driveways walkways?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Each home and homesite must have a concrete driveway, and a lamppost must be erected in the front yard of each homesite. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.2.

Question 7

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about equipment installations?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Aerials, satellite reception dishes, and antennas of any kind are prohibited to the extent allowed by law, and the location of any approved device must be pre-approved by the Developer in writing. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 8

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about exterior lighting?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Exterior lighting must be attached to the Home and shaded to prevent nuisance, no other light poles may be erected, and exterior strip lighting, liquid lights, and similar lighting sources are prohibited. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 9

Can you put up a fence in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Needs approval. No arbor, trellis, gazebo, pergola, awning, fence, barrier, wall, or structure of any kind may be placed on the property without prior written approval from the Developer, nor may any owner paint or attach objects to any wall or fence without prior approval. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 10

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about landscaping?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Irrigation water is for irrigation purposes only and cannot be used for human or pet consumption, bathing, washing, car washing, or any other non-irrigation use; potable water may not be used for irrigation, except for supplemental irrigation of annuals and heat-stressed areas with a hose and automatic shutoff nozzle, but sprinklers on a hose connection are not permitted. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.6.

Question 11

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about mailboxes?

Accepted Answer

Not allowed. Individual mailboxes may not be located upon a Homesite, as mailboxes are provided by the U.S. Postal Service and housed by the Developer for a one-time charge. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 4., p.7.

Question 12

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about nuisance conduct?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Owners must use their property in a manner that allows neighbors to enjoy their property, with radios, record players, television, voices, and other sounds kept at a moderate level from 10:00 PM to one hour before daylight. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 13

Are there age or occupancy limits in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. The community is an adult community for persons 55 years of age or older, requiring at least one occupant per home to be 55 or older, prohibiting permanent residents under 19 years of age (with temporary visits not exceeding 30 days annually), and allowing hardship exceptions at the Developer's discretion to maintain at least 80% adult occupancy. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 14

What are the parking rules in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. No trucks over 3/4 ton, boats, trailers, aircraft, recreational vehicles, or any vehicle other than a private non-commercial vehicle may be parked, stored, or remain on any homesite or street, unless fully enclosed in garages or temporarily present as service vehicles; inoperable or junk vehicles are prohibited, and vehicle repairs are limited to emergency repairs to enable movement to a proper facility. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.2.

Question 15

Are pets allowed in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Domestic pets are permitted if they do not create a nuisance, and owners are responsible for any damage caused by pets, immediate removal and disposal of excrement, and keeping pets on a leash; no other animals, livestock, poultry, or swine are allowed. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 16

What are the setback requirements in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Garages, homes, additions, fences, walls, screen cages, arbors, trellises, gazebos, pools, spas (excluding pumps/filters), patios, fireplaces, fire pits, outdoor living areas, and similar improvements are prohibited within front yard garage setbacks and front, side, and rear yard improvement setbacks, unless originally constructed by the Developer or an exception is granted by the Developer. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.4.

Question 17

Are signs allowed in Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. No sign of any kind may be displayed to public view without prior written consent from the Developer, except for customary name and address signs and one 'for sale or rent' sign no larger than 12x12 inches, located wholly within the Home and visible only through a window. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 18

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about solicitation?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. The Developer reserves the right to prohibit or control all peddling, soliciting, selling, delivery, and vehicular traffic within the Subdivision. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 2., p.3.

Question 19

What does Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 say about trash?

Accepted Answer

Restricted. Garbage and trash service is provided by a City of Wildwood Franchised Hauler, with charges paid separately by each owner on a year-round basis; rubbish, trash, garbage, or other waste material must be kept in sanitary containers concealed from public view before being placed curbside, and once curbside, garbage must be in Developer-prescribed plastic bags and placed no earlier than the day before scheduled pick-up; owners may be required to participate in a curbside recycling program if instituted. Source: Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45 Declaration, SECTION 4., p.7.

Villages of Southern Oaks Unit 45

Core rules12

Occupancy / age restrictions

Rentals / leasing

Short-term rentals

Pets

RVs & campers

Boats

Parking

Fences

Architectural approval

Home business

Signs

Setbacks

Exterior & architectural4

Antennas, solar panels, generators & equipment

Conservation, wetlands & environmental

Driveways & walkways

Exterior & landscape lighting

Landscaping & yard3

Clotheslines / outdoor drying

Landscaping & lawn maintenance

Mailboxes

Use & conduct4

Insurance & rebuilding after damage

Noise, nuisance & conduct

Solicitation & yard sales

Trash & recycling