Architectural Review and Approval
The purpose of compliance with the Architectural Improvement Procedures is to ensure the property values of the community as well as the rights of the surrounding neighbors who may be affected by the improvement.
Any improvement or addition including but not limited to, painting, fence Installation, landscaping, patio covers, pool/spa, screen doors, awnings, etc must first be approved by the Architectural Committee and/or Board of Directors.
Provisions regarding the Committee can be found in the Association’s CC&R’s. The Committee is responsible for reviewing proposed plans, as well as any county requirements, to minimize complications.
The Association requires written approval on file. The Architectural Approval Procedure and Request For Architectural Approval forms are to be submitted with the actual set of plans that will be used. If prior approval is not obtained, the owner may be asked to remove the improvement at owner’s expense and may be subject to fine.
If the Committee does not approve the submitted plans, the Committee will notify the owner of the denial in writing, in accordance with the time limit provided for in the CC&R’s. The owner may request a hearing with the Board of Directors if the owner wishes to arbitrate the denial.
The important issue of a planned community is to maintain the overall appearance of the community. The Board of Directors urges every homeowner to abide by the CC&R’s and architectural improvement procedures to achieve this goal.
Please submit the Architectural Approval Form if you are planning to make any improvements or additions to your home.
ARCHITECTURAL APPROVAL PROCEDURES
PRIOR TO BEGINNING ANY EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS, THESE PROCEDURES WILL BE FOLLOWED:
- Obtain and complete an approval form from TSG Ind. Property Management, Inc.
- Neighboring homes (both sides, behind, opposite) subject to affect by improvements must be advised of the proposed work. Prior to plan submittal, the Neighbor Awareness Form must be executed. Concerns of neighboring homeowners will be a factor the Architectural Committee will consider however, a neighbor does not have the authority to veto power over the proposed project. (Note: Your CC&Rs do restrict view obstructions.)
- Submit three (3) sets of plans, including grading, lot line plans, specifications, material types, plant types and color samples, to TSG Ind. Property Management, Inc. The plot plan must show specifically what exists and the proposed change(s). (Note: There is NO ENCROACHMENT of common area permitted.)
- The Board of Directors or Architectural Committee will review the proposed plans and generally, you will receive written response within thirty (30) days of receipt of the plans by the Board(s). If the plans are denied, a reason for denial and/or request for alteration will be issued.
- AFTER the Committee has approved your plans, you may proceed with the improvement. At that time, the written approval may be taken to the local government entities to obtain necessary permits. One set of plans will be returned to you for your records, one set of plans will be issued to the Architectural Committee and one set of plans will be retained by the management company.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED PLANS DOES NOT WAIVE THE NECESSITY OF OBTAINING ANY REQUIRED CITY PERMITS. OBTAINING A CITY PERMIT DOES NOT WAIVE THE NEED FOR ASSOCIATION ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL APPROVAL.
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