Rules Committee, Architectural & Landscaping Requirements

Modifications and Property Improvement
(Herein "Design Review)

The Architectural Control Committee (herein “ACC”) shall be made up of three or more to be appointed by the board and serve until removed.  The ACC shall have the right to establish guidelines, procedures, and requirements for lot modifications, and review and approve or disapprove modification requests.

The ACC shall regulate the external design, appearance, and location of improvements as to promote qualities that bring value to the properties.  Design review shall foster the attractiveness and functionality of the community, including harmony among structures, vegetation, and topography.

According to CC&Rs Article VII Section 2, the "Committee may waive or modify any of the restrictions contained in this Article in the event the Committee finds that an extreme hardship will be imposed by such restrictions, but such a waiver or modification will be granted only if the Committee determines conclusively that the waiver or modification does not have a significant adverse effect on the surrounding properties or the general plan of the development."

(ACC information can also be located in the CC&Rs Articles VI & VII).

  Architecture & Landscaping Requirements

• All clearing, grading, substantial landscaping, structure, exterior painting, and substantial construction may not be commenced until the plans have been submitted to and approved by the ACC.  (See Example Guidelines).

• The plans must include a sketch or detailed description with the following information:  style, materials, color of the proposed change or addition, and the proposed construction time schedule.  (The Design Review Form is attached as Exhibit 001).

• While creating a design for improvements, please be aware of the attractiveness and character within the community, the location and effect on neighbors, and the quality of workmanship.

• All improvements shall be completed as to external appearance including finishing painting within nine (9) months from date of start of construction unless upon their review of a written request for an extension of time, the Committee grants such an extension.