The following may answer many of the questions that we have been asked about Arden on the Severn, the community organizations within Arden, and 'covenants and restrictions' that govern life within Arden.  If you require further information, please Contact Us by communicating with the Arden Beaches, Inc. section representative that represents the area in which your home resides.

Arden Beaches, Inc. serves as the official governing body that manages and oversees the operation of of the beaches, picnic areas, and boat ramps within the Arden community. The members of the Arden Beaches, Inc. Board are selected from the community and elected to their positions, however they are not recognized by Anne Arundel County or the State of Maryland as an officially incorporated town governing body. The corporation is private and simply owning property in Arden does not grant membership. The By-Laws and Constitution do not contain any restrictions or covenants on property owners other than referencing a mandatory, $22.00/year membership fee as dictated by the original land deeds issued by the developer of Arden in 1954 when the community subdivision was created. If the owner does not remain current with their dues, they are no longer allowed to use the ammenities offered by ABI. The ABI annual dues are NOT voluntary and are retroactively enforcable by the corporation. The corporation carries a master insurance plan that covers all of the active board members and seasonal personnel hired to manage the beaches.

If you are here about HOA fees, first visit the Maryland Real Property Search to determine which section your property resides. Then visit our Contact Us form and contact the ARDEN BEACHES, INC section representative to determine if the property is current with their fees or not.  Please DO NOT CONTACT ACA about these fees; if you do, your request will be delayed because your e-mail will have to be forwarded when the recipient has time .

The two groups are wholly separate, carry their own budgets and leadership, and operate individually. Arden on the Severn is not a "Planned Community". There is no official Homeowner's Association and, other than the $22/year mandatory membership fee, there are no other fees due to the community.

If you have further questions on this subject (for instance, if the person is up to date on their annual payments), please contact the Registrar, listed under the Arden Beaches, Inc. dropdown menu on the Contact Us form.