In a recent meeting of the Amelia County Board of Supervisors, a resident expressed concerns regarding restrictive covenants affecting his plans to build an attached garage living space for his elderly parents. The resident, who recently relocated to the area to be closer to family, highlighted that he was unaware of these covenants when purchasing his home in Deep Creek Estates. He argued that the original architectural committee responsible for enforcing these rules is no longer in existence, as the declarant company went bankrupt in 2008.

The resident's son, who drafted a detailed statement for the board, emphasized that the covenants were not disclosed during the sale and that there is currently no body to approve or deny construction plans. He noted that the Amelia County Planning Commission had already approved the design, and none of the neighbors objected to the proposed construction.

During the discussion, a board member expressed concerns about setting a precedent that could lead to increased development within the subdivision, potentially altering its character. The member argued that allowing one exception could lead to a flood of similar requests, undermining the original planning efforts for the neighborhood.

The board ultimately closed the public hearing without making a decision, indicating that further deliberation is needed to address the complexities surrounding the enforcement of the covenants and the implications of approving the resident's request. The situation underscores the challenges faced by homeowners navigating community regulations and the importance of clear communication regarding property restrictions.