Applicability
- Statute:
- North Carolina §47F-1-102 · Chapter 47F (North Carolina Planned Community Act)
- Topic:
- General · Application
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
This Chapter applies to planned communities created in North Carolina on or after January 1, 1999, except a community of 20 lots or fewer (including lots that can still be added) and a wholly nonresidential community, unless the declaration opts in. A listed set of sections — including meetings (§3-108), assessments (§3-115), liens (§3-116), records (§3-118), fines (§3-107.1), and flags (§3-121) — also applies to pre-1999 planned communities unless the articles or declaration expressly provide to the contrary. A pre-1999 community may opt into the whole Chapter by a 67 percent amendment.
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- What does North Carolina §47F-1-102 require?
- This Chapter applies to planned communities created in North Carolina on or after January 1, 1999, except a community of 20 lots or fewer (including lots that can still be added) and a wholly nonresidential community, unless the declaration opts in. A listed set of sections — including meetings (§3-108), assessments (§3-115), liens (§3-116), records (§3-118), fines (§3-107.1), and flags (§3-121) — also applies to pre-1999 planned communities unless the articles or declaration expressly provide to the contrary. A pre-1999 community may opt into the whole Chapter by a 67 percent amendment.
- Who does North Carolina §47F-1-102 apply to?
- North Carolina §47F-1-102 applies to HOA associations in North Carolina.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with §47F-1-102?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for North Carolina community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of North Carolina §47F-1-102?
- The official text is published by the North Carolina General Assembly at ncleg.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Applicability?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one — every feature is included on every plan, with no add-ons or per-document fees. Start your community free and run it the way the statutes expect. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of North Carolina §47F-1-102 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a North Carolina-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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