A buyer-friendly guide to the community rules covering age qualifications, guests, amenities, pools, fitness, pets, parking, outdoor recreation and everyday life at Lincoln Prairie.
Like most active-adult communities, Lincoln Prairie has governing documents designed to establish how the community, amenities and common areas are used.
The community's Rules & Regulations address everything from age-qualified occupancy and guest access to fitness facilities, pools, clubs, pets, parking and outdoor recreation.
This guide highlights the provisions buyers are most likely to want to understand before purchasing a home. It is not a substitute for reviewing the complete governing documents before closing.
This summary is based on the Lincoln Prairie Community Association Rules & Regulations revised May 20, 2024. Association rules and fees can change, so buyers should verify current requirements with the association before relying on any specific provision.
Lincoln Prairie is an age-restricted active-adult community with specific occupancy requirements.
The governing rules identify individuals age 55 or older as age-qualified occupants.
Individuals age 19 or older may occupy a home with an age-qualified resident, subject to the governing documents.
A person under age 19 may not stay overnight for more than 90 days during a consecutive 12-month period.
Every property owner is a member of the Lincoln Prairie Community Association, while only one voting member is designated per dwelling.
The Lincoln Club is the community's primary amenity center and includes the fitness center, indoor pool, hot tub and surrounding recreational facilities.
Residents may bring guests to the Lincoln Club and amenities, but residents remain responsible for their guests while using community facilities.
Guests must be signed in by a Lincoln Prairie resident and have the appropriate guest waiver on file.
Current rules allow a maximum of four guests per dwelling unit in the Lincoln Club or swimming pools.
Residents must remain in close proximity to their guests while guests are using Lincoln Club amenities.
Guests under age 19 have designated pool hours and may not use certain amenities including the fitness center and hot tub.
Current rules list the indoor pool as available from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily throughout the year.
The outdoor pool operates seasonally, with opening and closing dates determined by weather and community management.
Guests and residents under age 19 are not permitted to use the hot tub under the current rules.
The association does not provide lifeguards, and use of the pool and hot tub is at the resident's or guest's own risk.
Yes. Lincoln Prairie permits household pets, subject to community and municipal requirements.
Current rules allow no more than three cats, dogs or a combination of cats and dogs per dwelling.
Pets must be leashed and under the owner's control when away from the owner's property.
Invisible pet fencing may be used in the backyard subject to the installation requirements in the governing documents.
Pets are not permitted on pool decks or tennis/pickleball courts, although they may be allowed in designated observation areas.
Tennis/pickleball and bocce courts are available for recreational use by residents, subject to community scheduling and maintenance.
Residents must accompany guests using the outdoor recreational courts.
Residents and guests may not disturb wildlife or modify association natural areas.
Current association rules prohibit fishing and entering detention ponds or other storm-water areas.
The association may approve resident clubs and interest groups designed around hobbies, recreation, culture, education and social interests.
The Lincoln Prairie Board has authority to enforce the governing documents through warnings, monetary fines and suspension of community privileges.
The current schedule generally begins with written notice and an opportunity to correct or discuss the violation.
Repeat violations within a 12-month period may result in escalating monetary fines.
Continuing violations such as certain parking issues may be subject to daily fines under the current schedule.
The Board may suspend access to community amenities or association activities for violations or delinquent obligations.
For most buyers, the key issues to understand before purchasing in Lincoln Prairie are the age-qualification requirements, pet rules, guest policies, exterior modification restrictions, parking rules and how the community amenities are used.
The governing documents are more detailed than a typical neighborhood without an association, but that structure also helps protect the appearance, amenities and intended active-adult lifestyle of the community.
Before purchasing, I recommend reviewing both the Rules & Regulations and the separate Design Guidelines because exterior improvements such as landscaping, patios, fencing and other changes are addressed in the design standards rather than only in the rules summarized here.
View Lincoln Prairie Design GuidelinesReturn to the main community hub for homes, amenities and community information.
Community guide →Understand assessments, maintenance responsibilities and association services.
HOA guide →Learn about patios, landscaping, fences and exterior modifications.
Design guide →Compare the ranch-style homes available within Lincoln Prairie.
Floor plans →See available homes and current Lincoln Prairie real estate.
View homes →Buyer-specific advice for evaluating homes, lots and community features.
Buyer guide →I can help you compare Lincoln Prairie homes, floor plans, HOA responsibilities and community rules so you can make a more informed decision before purchasing.
Lincoln Prairie Buyer Guide View Homes for SaleThis page is an independent real estate summary provided for general informational purposes. It is not the official Lincoln Prairie Rules & Regulations and should not be relied upon as legal or association guidance. Rules, fees, policies and interpretations may change. Buyers should review the current governing documents provided by the Lincoln Prairie Community Association before purchasing. Colleen Dahlstrom and HomeSmart Realty Group are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Del Webb, PulteGroup or the Lincoln Prairie Community Association.