Moving to Myrtle Trace With a Pickup? Where the Covenant Says It Can Park

"Parking of trucks, boats, buses, trailers, camping trailers, motor homes and recreational vehicles are prohibited on the Properties, or on rights-of way of any public or private street in or adjacent to the Properties."

That sentence comes from Article VII, Section 17 of the Myrtle Trace declaration of covenants. It was recorded in 1983. Most buyers who relocate to this Conway 55+ community compare floor plans, the low dues and the clubhouse. Far fewer ask where their pickup will spend the night. The HOA Board's October 2026 vote followed a community discussion about changing the truck rule.

The HOA's January 2026 newsletter discussed DMV registration classifications for vehicles with open cargo beds.

The 2026 Push to Change the Rule

During 2026, the community worked through whether the truck rule could change. Each step in the HOA's own News & Views newsletter narrowed the path:

1. April 2026. A resident's door-to-door survey from the year before, which favored allowing trucks, went to the Board. The HOA attorney advised that a survey cannot amend the covenants.
2. July 2026. The July newsletter said the attorney was looking at past precedent and South Carolina HOA law. The only earlier amendment raised the age restriction from 50 to 55, and it was made before the developer turned the community over to the volunteer Board.
3. September 2026. After residents received unannounced visits at their doors and community-wide emails about changing Section 17, the Board said that only the newsletter's Board Briefs carry official word.
4. October 2026. Two attorneys advised the Board that trying an amendment could carry a moderate-to-high risk of litigation. The Board voted 5-0 not to pursue a change and pointed to the end of the current cycle in 2033.
5. November 2026. The Board restated its position on truck parking.

The newsletter also reported that some residents received letters, not from the Board, saying the policy would change. The Board's position is the one in its official newsletter.

Parking Permits

The Board and General Policies include permits for some vehicle parking.

Parking Violations and Fines

The ARC Guidelines dated July 2026 include a fine system for truck and recreational vehicle parking violations. It was adopted in 2011, and in October 2016 covered, unlicensed and unregistered vehicles were added.

Nearby Storage for Trucks, Boats and Campers

Several storage facilities sit along the US 501 corridor near the community. According to each operator's own site:

• Extra Space Storage, 2501 E Highway 501, Conway, lists enclosed vehicle storage in 10-by-20 and 10-by-30-foot units.
• SpareBox Storage, 2777 US-501, Conway, offers RV and boat parking with on-site spots for items under 30 feet.
• Storage Rentals of America, 2787 E Hwy 501, Conway, says vehicle storage is available for cars and trucks.
• Public Storage, 3633 W US 501, Conway, lists outside, uncovered vehicle parking.
• Extra Space Storage, 2981 Hwy 544, Myrtle Beach, describes indoor, garage-style drive-up units for cars, trucks, small campers and boats. In late October 2026, its page showed no vehicle units available, so call ahead before you count on this location.

A storage space is a monthly cost on top of HOA dues. For a buyer who needs storage, that line belongs in the budget from the start.

What to Settle Before You Make an Offer

The November 2026 newsletter says HOA dues will stay at $95 per month in 2027. The Board has proposed raising two fees paid when a home is purchased: the Certificate of Assessment fee would go up $50 to $150, and the Capital Contribution would go up $250 to $1,700. The newsletter said the Board would vote at its November meeting.

A short pre-offer list for buyers with vehicles:

1. Measure the garage depth and door width on any home you are considering, and compare them with your truck's length.
2. After confirming whether your vehicle is covered and what parking the HOA permits, price a storage space on the 501 corridor if you need one.
3. Read Section 17 of the declaration and the Board and General Policies yourself.
4. If the home is in Myrtle Trace South, ask for that HOA's documents. It is governed by its own HOA and covenants.

Everything here describes the Myrtle Trace HOA's own published rules and is general information, not legal advice. If a covenant question affects your purchase, confirm it with a South Carolina real estate attorney and the HOA Board.

A garage that fits your truck can matter as much as the kitchen in Myrtle Trace, and it is one of the first things I check when I tour homes with buyers who are bringing a pickup or a boat. If you'd like help touring homes and garages, Brendan D'Anna is glad to walk through them with you. Let's Connect.