NorthPointe Summary of Rules

Disclaimer: This page provides a simplified summary of the most commonly referenced HOA rules for general homeowner awareness. It is not a legal document and does not replace the official, recorded Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) for North Pointe. For the full, legally binding CC&Rs and governing documents, please log in to the AMS Northwest Resident Portal. In the event of any conflict between this summary and the official documents, the official documents shall prevail.

Property Use

  • Homes must be used for residential purposes only.
  • Quiet, non-visible home businesses are allowed if they don’t involve clients or deliveries.
  • Only single-family homes are permitted — no duplexes or multiple units.

Landscaping & Yards

  • Front yards must be landscaped within 90 days of move-in (weather permitting).
  • Landscaping must include lawn, planting beds, and bark dust — with at least 40% lawn coverage.
  • Keep yards neat, trimmed, and healthy. Replace dead plants and remove moss from roofs.
  • Large trees (6”+ diameter) cannot be removed without ACC approval.

Parking & Vehicles

  • No overnight street parking.

  • Limit driveway parking to 2 vehicles unless guests are visiting.

  • No storage of boats, RVs, trailers, or inoperable vehicles in driveways or front yards.

  • Vehicle repairs must be done out of sight (garage or enclosed structure).

Fences & Structures

  • No front yard fences.

  • Backyard fences must be capped cedar or treated fir, 6 feet tall, and at least 3 feet behind the front of the house.

  • All accessory buildings (sheds, play structures, etc.) must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) and blend with the home design.

  • Permanent basketball hoops, visible clotheslines, and unscreened trash cans are not allowed in front areas.

Exterior Changes & Improvements

  • Any paint color, structure, tree removal, or fence must be approved by the ACC before starting.

  • Satellite dishes must be under 36" and mounted discreetly.

  • No tents, sheds, or temporary structures may be used as living space.

Pets & Animals

  • Only household pets (like dogs and cats) are allowed — no livestock or breeding.

  • Pets must be kept indoors or in fenced backyards and not cause disturbances.

Garbage & Cleanliness

  • Trash and recycling bins must be stored out of sight (behind fences or screened).

  • No dumping in storm drains, common areas, or on other properties.

  • Keep roofs, yards, and homes clean and in good repair.

Signage

  • Only one for-sale sign (max 5 sq ft) and one small professional sign (1 sq ft) are allowed.

  • No other signs or advertising without approval.

Construction & Maintenance

  • New homes must be fully completed within 9 months of construction start.

  • Homes must use lap-style siding on street-facing sides (no T-1-11).

  • Owner is responsible for repairs, yard upkeep, and any damage caused by their work or guests.

Architectural Control

  • The ACC reviews and approves any changes to exteriors, trees, fences, or major updates.

  • Approval is required before work begins — submit designs, colors, and details.

Dues & Assessments

  • Annual dues fund maintenance of common areas.
  • Owners are responsible for paying dues on time. Late payments incur fines and interest.
  • Unpaid dues can result in liens on your property and loss of voting rights.

Air Conditioners

  • Ground units must be hidden from street view by fence or shrubbery.
  • Window units are allowed May through October only and must not be visible from the street.
  • Units must be white or beige in color.
  • Use clear tape and plexiglas to fill gaps around the unit — no plywood or cardboard.

Alternative Housing Units

  • Mini-homes, tiny homes, and similar alternative housing structures are not allowed.

Drones

  • Drones may only be flown below roof height and within your own property boundaries.
  • Drones may not be operated in public access areas, on HOA property, or across property lines.
  • Use in any surveillance or photographic mode outside your property is prohibited.

Firearms

  • Discharge of firearms within the subdivision is prohibited.
  • This includes BB guns, pellet guns, and all other firearms regardless of size.

Fireworks

  • All fireworks debris must be cleaned up within 24 hours.
  • All residents and guests must follow Clark County safety guidelines and time limitations.

Flags and Banners

  • No more than one large banner (under 24 sq ft / 6ft x 4ft) and two small garden banners per lot.
  • Flags and banners may not be used to hide or obscure a compliance violation.
  • US flags are exempt and may be displayed within federal requirements.

For Sale Signs

  • Allowed in the front yard of the home being sold only.
  • Not allowed in any North Pointe common area.
  • Flag lots may place A-board signs near the entrance to the lot.
  • Must comply with sizing guidelines in the CC&Rs.

Garage Sales

  • Permitted once per year, for a maximum of four consecutive days.
  • Signs must be freestanding and removed within 24 hours of the sale ending.
  • Signs must include the owner's name, address, phone number, and dates of the sale.
  • No signs may be placed in North Pointe common areas or HOA landscape property.
  • Directional signs may be placed adjacent to sidewalk entrances to North Pointe only.
  • No sign may be larger than 2 feet by 3 feet.

Guests

  • All guests must abide by North Pointe rules and regulations.
  • Owners are responsible for the conduct and actions of their guests at all times.

Lighting

  • Exterior lighting fixtures require ACC approval before installation.
  • Holiday and seasonal lighting may be installed without prior approval.

Nuisances

  • Residents should first contact local law enforcement, animal control, or other government agencies to address nuisances.
  • The HOA should be treated as the last resort, not the first.

Patio and Front Porch Lights

  • Allowed with prior ARC approval.
  • May be permanent or temporary.
  • Wiring must not be visible from the front of the home.

Political Signs

  • May be displayed during election and voting season only.
  • Maximum of two signs per yard.
  • Each sign may be no larger than 2 feet by 3 feet.

Portable Equipment

  • Tools, gardening equipment, remodeling supplies, and disposal trailers must be stored out of sight when not in use.
  • Nothing of this type may remain in the front yard, driveway, street, or sidewalk when not actively in use.

Screen and Storm Doors

  • Installation requires prior ARC approval.

Seasonal Lighting and Decorations

  • May be displayed as early as 40 days before the seasonal event.
  • Must be removed no later than 31 days after the seasonal event.

Solar Panels

  • Require prior ARC approval before installation.
  • Must be installed on the side or back of the roof only — not on any front-facing portion of the home.
  • Must meet all county and state installation requirements — compliance is the homeowner's responsibility.
  • All supporting equipment including control panels, tanks, and piping must be shielded from public view.

Temporary Storage Containers (PODs)

  • Require Board approval prior to use.
  • May be used for a maximum of 3 days.
  • Must be placed on the driveway — not on the street.
  • Must not block public access areas or the sidewalk at any time.
  • Permitted for move-in or move-out purposes only — not for temporary storage.

Trash and Recycling

  • Bins may be placed at curbside no more than 48 hours before scheduled pickup.
  • Bins must be returned and stored within 48 hours after pickup.
  • Large items such as appliances and furniture must be disposed of at the owner's expense.
  • Trash containers must be stored behind a fence or in the garage — not left in streets, on sidewalks, or in front of homes.

Window Coverings

  • No aluminum foil, newspaper, sheets, towels, rugs, or similar non-standard coverings on windows or doors.
  • Window tinting requires ACC approval — no mirroring effects will be approved.

Parking Correction

  • Any number of vehicles may be parked in the driveway provided they are on the concrete surface, parked parallel to the driveway, not blocking the sidewalk, and not extending into the street.
  • No overnight street parking between midnight and 5am.
  • No boats, RVs, trailers, or vehicles over 10,001 lbs may be parked in driveways or anywhere visible to other owners.

Antennas and Satellite Dishes

  • TV antennas must be mounted in the attic.
  • One satellite dish under 36 inches in diameter is permitted.
  • Unused antennas and satellite dishes must be removed.