Membership & Obligations All property owners automatically become members of the Bella Vista Residents' Association (BVRA). Upon purchase, review the current Rules and Constitution, execute a Deed of Covenant, and consult your lawyer to ensure title encumbrances are properly processed. 
Property Covenants are subject to binding legal covenants established under the original Resource Consent.

Bylaws The 2026 Bylaws complement the Rules by addressing contemporary issues (e.g. speeding, parking), keeping standards current without amending the primary Rules.

Building & Design Approval All new builds and exterior modifications require pre-approval from the Design Control Committee (DCC). Before any application is reviewed, the following must be paid:
Design Review Fee: $1,500 – covers application review, architect review, Building Consent approval letter, compliance review, and Certificate of Completion.
Construction Bond: $5,000 – refunded on project completion within 24 months, less $500 for Private Way maintenance, and any additional fees or fines incurred.
Timeline extensions may be granted on request. Completion beyond 24 months without approval may result in bond drawdown. The DCC Certificate of Completion must be retained and passed to future owners. Non-compliance transfers to new owners — vendors are legally obliged to disclose any outstanding issues