HVNA Statement Regarding Deed Covenants

A Statement from
The Hope Valley Neighborhood Association Board of Directors
Regarding Hope Valley Deed Covenants

The Board acknowledges that all Hope Valley deeds contain covenants that govern property use.  The Board further acknowledges, based on research by local attorneys, that the covenants are valid, enforceable, and a matter of law.

The Board takes no opinion on the rules contained within the covenants, but does acknowledge that the covenants place restrictions on a number of property uses for Hope Valley Homeowners.  The Board further encourages homeowners, developers and real estate professionals, including sales agents and surveyors, as well as other interested parties, to research these covenants prior to making representations to buyers, sellers, clients, or the City of Durham.

While the covenants in the various sections of Hope Valley are similar, they do have differences and tend to reflect the norms of the times in which they were written.  All covenants not superseded by Federal or State law including the Fair Housing Act, or City Ordinance are valid and enforceable.

Below is a guide to assist you or your researcher in beginning to examine these documents that govern development in our neighborhood.  These may or may not be the exact covenants on your property. Those rules should appear, in full, in your deed, however they may be found here as well:

Hope Valley Country Club Section (1926 – late 1940’s)
Record of Deed Book 94, Page 257

Watts Norton Section (late 1940’s – 1960’s)
Record of Deed Book 151, Page 558 (Amended in 1950)

Claude Currie, et al Section (1950’s – 1980’s)
Record of Deed Book 186, Page 317

Van Trine Park (1960’s – 1990’s)
Record of Deed Book 269, Page 50

Hope Valley West (1968 – 1980’s)
Plat Book 60, page 24

New Hope Valley (1980’s – 2000’s)
Record of Deed Book 1692, page 109

The HVNA Board encourages you to know your rights and limitations, consult a legal professional, read your deed.

This document can also be downloaded as a PDF here.

Its HVNA Dues Time!

Once a year the HVNA asks all residents of Hope Valley to contribute to the operation of the Association.

Your annual dues help us maintain common areas, provide web services, pay for increased police patrols, provide funds for neighborhood social functions, and many other activities that enhance the neighborhood and build community.

Please join your neighbors in paying your 2015 dues this January.

There are a couple ways to pay:

You can pay by credit card through our website, here.

Or mail your check to HVNA, PO Box 51338, Durham 27717.

Base dues are $30 per year, but added amounts for landscaping, added police patrols, street signs, or other special projects are welcomed and encouraged.

The HVNA is a 501c3 Public Charity and your donations may be tax deductible, consult your tax preparation specialist.

Hope Valley Night of Lights - Sunday, December 14th

This Holiday Season Hope Valley will once again be alight with Luminaries!  HVNA is sponsoring the Hope Valley Night of Lights Sunday, December 14th.  We’ll be kicking off the evening with a Cookies and Cider Party for all neighborhood residents at the Hope Valley Country Club north parking lot from 3:00-4:30pm.  All are welcome!

To Participate: Order your kits by December 8th through one of our preferred vendors listed below.

We suggest one luminary every 4 to 5 feet along the street frontage of your home.  You can assemble your own kit using #8 or #10 white paper bags and votive candles with at least a 4 hour burn time.  HVNA encourages block or street groups to join together and place bulk orders and to work together to ensure your block is beautifully lit!  Place and light luminaries at 5:30pm Sunday, December 14th and enjoy your beautiful neighborhood! 

 Hope Valley Country Club will provide sand, free of charge, beginning Wednesday December 10th – Sunday December 14th, north parking lot beside golf cart garage.

Please watch the list serv for details as the date approaches.  To join the list serv, email us at donstanger@hvna.org.  You can also find event details on hvna.org, look for the Luminary Link. 

 If you have further questions, contact Lee Anne Contarino at leeannecontarino@hvna.org.

Rain Date: Our rain date will be Sunday, December 21st at the same time.  If it is raining at 5:00pm Sunday, December 14th, residents should postpone placing and lighting luminaries until December 21st.

Luminary Kit Ordering Options

1. LumaBase – great reusable options, no sand required!

  • Products:
    • Traditional Luminaria Kit 12ct (Item #53136).  Includes 12 white bags, 12 candles and 12 LumaBases®.  LumaBases are reusable, non-flammable candle holders that fit in the bottom of the bags.  4 hour burn time.  They can be reused year after year with new bags & candles and no sand is required. Price: $27.95 + shipping. 
  • Discount Code: Provide discount code HV10201453136 when placing phone or online orders for 10% discount on item 53136
  • Online Orders: http://www.lumabase.com/products/kit---traditional-luminaria-12-count-kit
  • Phone Orders: 610-524-4166

2. Quick Candles – great option for larger areas or to share amongst neighbors!

  • Products: 
    • Eastland White Luminary Bags & Richland Extended Burn Tealight Candles Set of 100.  Product Code: LUM_SET_100_LB.  Includes 100 Luminary Bags (please select white bags when ordering), 100 Votive Candles, 100 Plastic Votive Cups and Luminary Guide on creating the luminary and safe burning. (7 hour burn time).  Price: $36.99 + shipping
    • Eastland White Luminary Bags & Richland LED Tealight Candles Set of 72.

Product Code: LUM_SET_72_LED.  Includes 72 Luminary Bags (please select white bags when ordering), 72 LED tea lights (100 hour battery, please select white lights when ordering), and Luminary Guide.  Price: $49.99 + shipping

  • Luminary bags and votives sold separately in quantities of 100 or greater.  From online menu select Candles then Luminary Candles and choose product and quantity desired.
  • Discount Code:  10% discount available for phone orders only.  When placing order, request assistance from Barb and mention The Hope Valley Neighborhood Association to receive discount.
  • Phone Orders: 1-800-928-6175 
  • Online Orders: neighborhood discount will not apply

http://www.quickcandles.com/100-Luminary-Bags-and-100-Extended-Burn-Tealights-p/lum_set_100_lb.htm

http://www.quickcandles.com/Set-of-72-Luminary-Bags-and-72-LED-Tealights-p/lum_set_72_led.htm

3. Not Just Paper - school and office products.  A local Durham vendor!

  • Products:
    • Luminary bags and extended burn candles available in any quantity, bulk discounts available.
    • 1010 W. Main Street Durham, NC.  Ph: 919-688-6886

4. Illuminations of NC – support a local NC vendor!