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  • chevron_rightWhat are our neighborhood's home requirements?
    • All homes will have cedar siding with additional optional décor items (brick, stucco, or native stone). Décor items are to be approved by the Architectural Control Committee.

    • Per the amendment passed by the HOA in 2010, roofs are to be unpainted premium cedar shakes or laminated fiberglass asphalt composition CertainTeed Presidential TL shingles. Please see the roofing amendment for specifications.

    • All windows are to be wood wrapped. If there is interest in changing this requirement, we can work toward amending the CC&Rs as we did with the roof requirement. However, until that time all windows must be wood wrapped.

    • No construction or exterior addition or change or alteration of any structure may be started on any portion of the property without a building permit and other necessary permits from King County and the written approval of the permits from the board and/or Architectural Control Committee (XIV, 4). Exterior projects following a remodel must be completed within 6 months from the beginning of construction.

    • The CC&Rs require a 10 foot setback to the rear lot line of each property. In addition, we are zoned RA2.5 and King County has established a 5 foot setback for all interior property lines and a 30 foot setback from the street. That means that no structures may be built closer than 5 feet to your side property lines or closer than 30 feet to the street. Uncovered porches and decks not more than 18” above the finished grade may project to the property line (26Title 21A12). Fences of 6 feet or less may project, as may rockeries, retaining walls, and curbs. Chimneys and eaves may also project into the setback. The Architectural Control Committee may establish additional front setback requirements (XIII,7).
  • chevron_rightWhat sorts of things do I need approval for?
    • Fences, walls, or shrubs designed to delineate your property lines. All fences must be the same as the entry. Any changes in fence designs must be specifically approved by the Architectural Control Committee.

    • Cutting or pruning native trees on your property. Homeowners may not cut down any native trees on their properties unless the trees are dead. You must get permission from the Architectural Control Committee before cutting or pruning native trees (not trees you planted yourselves) (XIII, 12).

    • Accessory structures (garden sheds, tool sheds, play houses, play structures, gazebos, dog runs, pens, etc.) (XVI, 2).

    • Recreational facilities (hot tubs, spas, basketball courts, basketball hoops, tennis courts, swimming pools, bath houses, sports courts, etc.) (XVI, 2).

    • Any addition or alteration on your property. Plans and specifications must be submitted in writing to the Architectural Control Committee that show the nature, kind, shape, heights, materials, and location of the proposed addition or structure. No structure other than the primary residence may be used as a temporary or permanent residence (XIII, 5). Construction may not begin without a building permit from King County (if required) and written approval from the board or the Architectural Control Committee (XIII, 5).

    • Exterior paint colors (XVI, 2). This includes doors, garage doors, and trim in addition to the house.
  • chevron_rightHow do I get approval? (Updated)
     
    The Architectural Control Committee has the authority to establish the aesthetic standards for the
    neighborhood and is responsible for evaluating all development proposals according to those standards.
    If you don’t want to live next door to a purple house or see cars up on cinder blocks, we all need to
    ensure we are following the requirements to get approval for changes and additions to our properties.
    Plans required to be submitted to the Architectural Control Committee shall be submitted by mail to the
    address of the Architectural Control Committee in duplicate. The written submission shall contain the
    name and address of the Owner submitting the plans and specifications, identify the lot involved, and
    the following information about the proposal:
     
    1. The location of the addition or structure on the lot
    2. The height of the structure
    3. The general design
    4. The interior layout
    5. The exterior finish materials and color, including roof materials
    6. The landscape plan
    7. Any other information that may be required
    The Architectural Control Committee shall approve or disapprove plans within 14 days of receiving those
    plans. See Article XVI, Section 11 for further steps in the approval procedure after this initial process.
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