Architecture Review Committee

What is an ARC application?
Part of the governing documents for your community includes design guidelines called Architectural Changes. To ensure these guidelines are followed, your Board selects an Architectural Review Committee (ARC) that reviews and approves change requests. Approval pertains to such things as additions, landscaping, retaining or decorative walls, decks, fences, sheds, spas, and satellite dish locations. To put it simply: anything that constitutes change outside of your home must have an approved plan. To do this, you are required to submit an ARC application to the Committee for review.

Why must my plans be reviewed?
The Committee reviews each set of plans for compliance with the community's design guidelines, which keep a sense of equity and a certain quality of visual livability about the community. This helps assure property values and a neighborhood standard, which each homeowner agrees to follow when purchasing a home within the community.

When must my plans be reviewed?
Prior to making plans for exterior changes to your home or lot, the Committee must review and approve your changes. It is extremely important to submit your plan and receive approval before any work begins because if your changes are not compliant with the design guidelines, you may be required to make costly alterations or completely remove your changes at your own expense.

How do I submit plans for review?
The review process is very simple. Prior to beginning any project, fill out the ARC application form and attach a set of drawings of your intended plan. The drawings -- which you can do yourself, if you wish -- must include such things as the type of materials, colors, setbacks, and any valuable information you think would help create a clear understanding of your project. Send your completed application and attachments to the Architectural Review Committee at least 90 days before you plan to begin your process, as many times there are comments and changes needed by the homeowner. You will receive an answer within 30 days, once completely submitted plans have been accepted by the ARC, so allow plenty of time in your planning for this process and schedule accordingly.

The ARC application form is available here in PDF format.

ARC Applications In-process or Recently Approved

Date: May 4, 2007
HOA Member: Kent Newberry, Lot 52
Project: Fence
Status: Approved on May 8, 2007