Point William

The 2012 declaration covers the Winston County property described as nine legal tracts in Exhibit A, with recorded addition/removal mechanisms. Those original tract numbers have not been equated with today’s plat lot numbers. Access easements and Point William Trail extend through Cullman County to County Road 933. Separate instrument 98015 governs the cluster sewer system.

Is there an HOA, and what does it cost?

Confirm current terms

Membership and annual, special and individual assessments are documented. Amounts depend on the association budget and charges; no current dues figure is established by these 2012 records. Water common expenses and the separate sewer service contract may create additional charges. Obtain the current budget, dues, specials and utility rates.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · §4.01 · Deeds Book 292, p. 261; Article VIII · pp. 277–284; sewer Covenants 5 and 11 · pp. 313–314 Point William cluster sewer covenants · §4.01 · Deeds Book 292, p. 261; Article VIII · pp. 277–284; sewer Covenants 5 and 11 · pp. 313–314

What neighborhood amenities are available?

Confirm current terms

The common-area definition lists possible pools, clubhouses, ramps, slips and other facilities but expressly does not require the developer or association to provide them. These records do not establish which facilities operate today or this lot’s eligibility. Verify current amenities and any shared-slip rights in writing.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · §1.12 · Deeds Book 292, p. 251

What size home can I build?

Not verified

The declaration does not set one numerical minimum. It allows minimum living space to be established for each lot and makes architectural standards relevant to size, setbacks and construction. Obtain the current lot-specific standards before selecting a home plan.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · §§6.04–6.07 · Deeds Book 292, pp. 271–272

What styles and plans need approval?

Document summary

Prior written ARC approval applies to exterior improvements, site work, landscaping, docks and plan changes. Review fees and construction security may be required. No written approval within 30 days is deemed disapproval; approved plans require resubmission if work does not substantially start within a year.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · §§5.04–5.05 · Deeds Book 292, pp. 265–268

Are manufactured or mobile homes allowed?

Document summary

The attached initial rules prohibit mobile homes being placed, parked, stored or allowed to remain on lots or streets. They do not supply a complete modern manufactured/modular construction classification; obtain current architectural standards and written approval for any proposed system.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · Actual Exhibit C Rules §1.02(a) · Deeds Book 292, p. 301; declaration §6.05 · p. 271

Can I keep or stay in an RV or camper?

Document summary

The initial rules prohibit motorhomes, campers, trailers and other listed equipment being parked, stored or allowed to remain on streets, lots or dwellings. The separate exception concerns approved golf carts and certain Board-approved vehicles; it is not general RV occupancy permission.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · Actual Exhibit C Rules §1.02 · Deeds Book 292, pp. 301–302

When must construction start?

Document summary

Original §5.12 requires dwelling construction within 12 months after the lot was first purchased from the developer. This is not phrased as 12 months after every resale. Separately, plans must be resubmitted if work does not substantially begin within one year of ARC approval. Confirm original sale timing and any later amendment or written determination.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · §5.12 · Deeds Book 292, p. 270; §5.05(g) · p. 268

When must construction finish?

Document summary

Original §5.12 requires diligent, continuous construction completed within 12 months after commencement unless the ARC grants a written extension. Completion is evidenced by the appropriate authority’s final certificate of occupancy.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · §5.12 · Deeds Book 292, p. 270

Can I rent through Airbnb or VRBO?

Document summary

The attached initial rules expressly permit short-term rentals under Board rules. Owners remain responsible for tenant/guest compliance; house-party event leases are prohibited, guests may not exceed sleeping capacity and parking must use approved areas. No numerical stay minimum is stated here. Obtain current Board rules and later changes before advertising on Airbnb or VRBO.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · Actual Exhibit C Rules §1.30 · Deeds Book 292, p. 310

What other rules should I know?

Document summary

Dock/boathouse work needs ARC approval and applicable Alabama Power and government permits, with neighboring-access and projected-lot-line limits. The separate cluster sewer record requires approved plans, equipment and a service contract; confirm lot-specific connection and shoreline approvals.

Point William recorded declaration and initial rules · Actual Exhibit C Rules §1.27 · Deeds Book 292, pp. 309–310; sewer Covenants 1–6 · pp. 313–314 Point William cluster sewer covenants · Actual Exhibit C Rules §1.27 · Deeds Book 292, pp. 309–310; sewer Covenants 1–6 · pp. 313–314

All 69 declaration pages and all nine companion sewer-covenant pages were visually read from the official county preview. This establishes substantive original terms, including conditional short-term rental permission. Current architectural standards, Board rules, dues and the later amendment/annexation chain remain to be confirmed; this is not a certified current title or association review. Research checked Oct 31, 2026.