COVENANTS & RESTRICTIONS

To preserve the character and harmony of our community, all homeowners must follow the Dover Pond HOA restrictions. Below are key highlights:

• Fences and sheds of any kind are not allowed or permitted.
• Only residential use is permitted. Home offices are allowed, but no commercial operations.
• No temporary structures such as trailers, tents, barns, or outbuildings.
• All construction projects (including additions, driveways, pools, etc.) must be kept clean and completed in a reasonable time.
• No unlicensed or recreational vehicles may be stored outside; all must be fully enclosed in garages.
• No advertising signs except approved “For Sale” signs.
• Pets: Only common household pets allowed (maximum 3). No livestock or commercial breeding.
• No exterior clotheslines, visible laundry, or storage of personal items outside.
• Trash and recyclables must be kept in approved containers. Burning is not allowed (except leaves, if permitted by village ordinance).
• All landscaping, drainage, and grading changes must comply with Association rules.
• No motorized vehicles on the lake.

Article III – Architectural Control states that no changes or alterations to a property or structure may be made without written approval from the Architectural Control Committee

• Satellite dishes, antennas, and solar panels must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee. 
• Exterior Lighting: Permanent roofline or soffit lighting is not permitted. All other permanent exterior lighting installations on the home (such as landscape or accent lighting) must receive written approval from the Architectural Control Committee prior to installation. Lighting must be visually appropriate for the neighborhood and may not cause disruption or affect the character, safety, or harmony of the community. Seasonal/holiday lighting is permitted on a temporary basis and must be removed within a reasonable period after the holiday.
• All properties must be well maintained. Grass must be mowed biweekly in season, and weeds kept in check to avoid an unsightly appearance. Debris, weeds, and grass clippings from your curb area should also be cleaned regularly, as they can cause significant drainage issues for the neighborhood.