The Cumberland Housing Authority continues to manage the Homeowners Association until 9/30/2024.
Any sales of units until 9/30/2024, the realtor must send the contract of sale to Cumberland Housing Authority. Our attorney Geppert, McMullen, Paye & Getty must still review a closing for the proper recordation of the declarations of covenants, etc. that each homeowner is bound to.
Cornerstone Hill Subdivision
Cornerstone Hill is located in a quiet east side neighborhood of Cumberland off of James Day Drive. The homes are built on top of a hill which has some of the best residential views in all directions in the City of Cumberland. It consists of 38 owner occupied 2 and 3 bedroom homes with a strong neighborhood atmosphere.
Cornerstone Hill was developed by the Cumberland Housing Group to provide new for sale affordable housing to households in Cumberland with incomes at or below 120% of the Area Median Income. Through a Neighborhood Conservation Initiative grant from the State of Maryland, Cumberland Housing was able to develop and sell these homes below the cost to construct them thus providing a discounted purchase price to qualified buyers.
Phase I consists of three 3-story buildings buildings with five town-home units in each building with built-in garages, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an open kitchen. These units were sold at a price point of between $114,000 and $145,000. The last unit was sold in March 2011 to close out phase I.
Phase II of the project consists of nine two-story units with paver driveways and no garages. Phase II unit construction began in late Spring 2010 with all units sold as of April 27, 2012. Phase II units are two-story town home units of 1,450 -1,600 square feet of living space. They are designed with 2 and 3 bedrooms, with at least one bedroom on each floor, and are livable as single floor dwellings. These units have hardwood floors, carpeting, Energy Star appliances, granite tile counter tops, and an open floor plan. The units ranged in price from $97,500 to $134,954.
Phase III began construction on April 9, 2012, and consists of 15 three-bedroom units. These units are an upscale construction and have two and a half baths, walk-in closets, second-floor laundry, patios, balconies, one car garage and many more amenities. These units were built using various designs including mobility assess able homes and at various locations within the subdivision. The units averaged a price of $146,000.
Purchase Requirements
The funding used to complete this development carries certain requirements and restrictions related to the purchase and re-sale of homes at Cornerstone Hill which all buyers must meet.
1. The home purchased must be the primary residence of the buyer and cannot be an investment property or second home. Leasing, rental or other arrangements are not permitted. Homes can only be occupied by one family (one or two adults with or without immediate children) who is the owner.
2. Cornerstone Hill is a private subdivision which has a Home Owners Association that manages and maintains the common property and grounds of the development. Ownership of a home at Cornerstone Hill requires membership in the association. Monthly membership is $75 dollars a month. This fee is used to perform annual maintenance such as lawn care, snow removal, etc. but also funds a Reserve Fund which is used for large repairs and replacements. All homeowners must participate in the Homeowners Association and pay the monthly Association fee indefinitely.
Construction is complete and all units have been initially sold.
Project Info:
The Cumberland Housing Group
635 East First Street, Cumberland, MD 21502
Phone: (301) 724-6606 Extension 100
Cornerstone Hill Community Association
Homeowners must belong to the Cornerstone Hill Community Association which is the Homeowners Association (HOA) for the 38 homes located at Cornerstone Hill subdivision. Homeowners must also pay a quarterly HOA fee which is currently $75 per month. The HOA has an elected Board which oversees the association activities. Management activities are conducted by the Cumberland Housing Group.
Community (Home Owners) Association Documents
