How can our association enforce our indentures and deal with violations?
First and foremost, carefully read the indentures to be sure that the issue at hand is actually a violation. Then, speak with the owner of the property in question%u2014this may solve the problem, since it is possible that the property owner did not know that the indenture was violated.


If a problem persists, approaching the subdivision trustees is a good next step. The trustees can take the necessary steps to attempt to remedy the situation. They can also decide at which point the assistance of an attorney will be necessary.


It is important to note that government authorities do not enforce subdivision trust indentures; indentures are private, contractual agreements between a subdivision association and an individual property owner.

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1. What are subdivision trust indentures?
2. Who must abide by subdivision trust indentures?
3. How are indentures put into place?
4. Who is responsible for informing new home buyers of the subdivision's trust indentures?
5. Why are use restrictions important for my neighborhood?
6. What information should I expect to find in my subdivision's trust indenture?
7. How long do trust indentures remain in effect?
8. What can I do to help maintain compliance with the indenture in my subdivision?
9. How can our association enforce our indentures and deal with violations?
10. Our subdivision's indenture is old and outdated. Is it possible to amend our indenture to make it more effective?