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2005 Design Standards

ACC Committee
Jacqueline Marlow
Beth Mangino
Jon Steiner

Architectural Control Committee

Design Standards

Revised And Approved March 2005

 I.          Overview/Purpose

The Architectural Control Committee (“ACC”) Design Standards are an official document developed according to the Declaration Of Covenants, Restrictions, And Easements For Arranmore Subdivision (“Covenants”), as detailed in Article V.  The Design Standards are intended to enable homeowners to make changes to their home/lot, while promoting continuity and harmony within the subdivision, recognizing the importance of maintaining the value of the subdivision as a whole.

II.        Guidelines

The Design Standards are intended to complement the Covenants, and should not be considered a replacement.  Homeowners should consult the Covenants, as well as the Design Standards, when contemplating a change to their lot and/or home exterior.  Such changes are grouped in two categories:

A.      Changes which require the approval of the ACC
¨         Removing trees or entire pine islands

¨         Painting exterior of home
(i.e. exterior walls/trim/doors/shutters, decks)
 paint palette to select from  

¨         Outlining flower beds and pine islands with trim that can be seen from the street

¨         Grading

¨         Replacing an existing window or front door

¨         Laying of rocks not common to area

¨         Painting of any non-painted surface (i.e. decks, fences, mailbox posts, cement walkways)

¨         Replacing garage doors

¨         Swing sets, trampolines, tree houses, basketball goals, dog houses, swimming pools Basketball goals cannot be mounted to house as outlined by Convenants

¨         Adding any structure, as outlined and defined in Covenants 1.17(a) (other than trees/shrubs)
The standard setback is 10 feet from the rear and side property lines [Covenants 6.09].  The 10 ft county setback from edge of permanent water/sewer easements cannot be waived.  Additions must be placed behind the primary structure, unless primary structure is on a corner lot, in which case it may be no closer to the street than the primary structure.  Maximum square footage of structure: 650 square feet.

¨         Fences
May not be constructed using wire, wire mesh, or chain link. Finished side must face out (braces/supports must face into yard).  May be constructed on the property line, so long as a survey is conducted or neighboring property owner(s) agree to property line.  The 10 ft county setback from edge of permanent water/sewer easements cannot be waived. Requests should include a drawing/photo of proposed style, including rails and pickets, and a description and/or sample of the paint/stain to be applied, if applicable.  Height limit 6 feet.

¨         Storage Sheds/Gardening Sheds 
Painted to blend in with surroundings.  Maximum size allowed 10x10.  Must be placed behind the primary structure, unless primary structure is on a corner lot, in which case it maybe no closer to the street than the primary structure.  

¨         Modifications to shutters, doors, roofs, brickwork, driveways, walkways, foundations, steps, decks, garage doors or house siding  

¨         Replacement of mailbox with anything other than cedar post and black mailbox  

¨         Erosion control, with, but not limited to, timbers  

¨         Any excavation, etc. affecting natural flow of water on lot, as outlined in Covenants 1.17(b).

¨         Any change in the grade of the lot as outlined in Covenants 1.17(c).

¨         Any addition to main structure which alters the square footage or appearance of home/lot (including, but not limited to, enclosed patios/porches, windows, doors, dormers, sky lights, solar collectors)

¨         Any other changes not listed in this document which would alter the appearance of the home’s exterior

B.      Changes which DO NOT require the approval of the ACC  

¨         Creating pine islands/flowerbeds, planting flowers/shrubs/trees/grass, laying pine straw/mulch (removal of entire beds needs approval)  

¨         Installing sprinker systems  

¨         Placing a “For Sale” sign or security sign less that 18” on your own property  

¨         Outlining flower beds and pine islands with trim not visible from the street  

III.       Submission Of Change Request Form  

A.        For changes which require the approval of the ACC, a Change Request Form must be submitted to the ACC, accompanied by:  

¨         To-scale site plan (overhead and side drawings of lot) showing proposed/existing structures, topography of lot, and areas affected in relation to house/deck, driveway/street, property lines, and sewer/water easements [Covenants 5.06].

¨         Color samples

¨         Drawing/photograph/brochure of proposed structures

¨         Written description of work to be performed, including materials to be used, specified distance of structures from property lines/easements, size/dimensions of structure, change of elevation (include plans for grading and water run off), and type/finish of materials to be used.

¨         If applicable, name and phone number of contractor, along with blueprints, permits, etc.

¨         Impact on neighboring properties (access, sunlight, privacy, view, drainage)

B.           The Change Request Form and supporting documentation must be submitted to the ACC in writing prior to commencement of work.   Work must not begin until approval has been granted by the ACC.

IV.       Response To Change Request  

The ACC will review all Change Requests and provide a written response in the homeowner’s mailbox within 30 days of receipt of a complete Change Request form.  If a site visit is necessary to clarify proposed work, the ACC will set up an appointment with the homeowner at a mutually convenient time and date within the 30 day review period.  In cases where neighboring properties might be affected by the proposed changes, those homeowners will be contacted and allowed to voice their opinion so that a mutually-agreeable decision can be reached.

If the Change Request IS APPROVED, work should commence within 90 days and be completed within 1 year [Covenants 5.07].  It is the responsibility of the homeowner to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, regulations, and requirements in connection with such work; and obtain any necessary governmental permits and approvals for such work.  The Board of Directors and Architectural Control Committee have no responsibility with respect to such compliance and any approval shall not be understood as making any representation or warranty that the plans, specifications, or work comply with any law, code, regulation, or governmental requirement.  

When finished, the homeowner is required to notify the ACC in writing.  At that time, a site visit will be scheduled and a Certificate Of Compliance will be issued.

If the Change Request IS NOT APPROVED, the ACC’s written response will include a statement of the grounds upon which such action was based [Covenants 5.08(c)] along with recommendations for resubmission of an acceptable Change Request Form.  If a homeowner is not satisfied with the decision of the ACC, appeals may be submitted in writing within 10 days to the ACC.  The ACC shall review the homeowner’s appeal and respond in writing within 30 days [Covenants 5.04(b)(ii)].

If the ACC does not respond to a Change Request in writing within 30 days, the homeowner may proceed with the proposed changes [Covenants 5.09].

V.        Enforcement Of Design Standards


While the ACC encourages homeowners to work out their differences themselves, complaints of Covenant and Design Standard violations can be submitted to the ACC in writing.  Enforcement of the Covenants and Design Standards is authorized by the Covenants and supervised by the Board of Directors [Covenants 5.02, 5.11, 6.14, 8].

VI.      Assistance From The ACC


Homeowners may submit requests for design assistance to the ACC.  Although the ACC cannot provide structural engineering support, it can help by recommending books, training, existing designs, and outside services.  As requested, the ACC will assist homeowners by organizing the bulk purchase of supplies and/or services, and recommending services (i.e. lawn, painting, landscaping, woodworking).

VII.     Conclusion


The ACC is always open to suggestions regarding the improvement/modification to the Design Standards.  All suggestions should be submitted in writing to the ACC Chairman.  Periodically, the ACC will revise the Design Standards, as necessary [Covenants 5.05].