Architectural Guidelines                                                               Issued:	May 20, 1994
								      Revised:	November 7, 1996
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  1      APPLICATION PROCEDURE…………………………………………………….Page 1
  2 	ADDITIONS……………………………………………………………………………  3                              
	3	AWNINGS……………………………………………………………………………… 4                               
	4	BASKETBALL BACKBOARDS………………………………………………………. 5                      
	5	BOAT/RV STORAGE………………………………………………………………….. 6                        
	6	DECKS………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
	7	DOG HOUSES/RUNS…………………………………………………………………... 8 
	8	FENCING……………………………………………………………………………….. 9
	9	GARDENS/COMPOST PILES AND CONTAINERS………………………………… 10
	10	LANDSCAPING……………………………………………………………………….. 11        
	11	PAINTING, STAINING, or ROOFING COLOR	CHANGES…………………………. 12
	12	PLAY EQUIPMENT…………………………………………………………………… 13                         
	13	RETAINING WALLS………………………………………………………………….. 14                        
	14	SHEDS/PLAYHOUSES………………………………………………………………... 15                      
	15	SIGNS……………………………………………………………………………………16                                  
	16	SPAS/HOT TUBS……………………………………………………………………… 18                           
	17	SWIMMING POOLS……………………………………………………………………19                         
	18	TREE REMOVAL……………………………………………………………………… 20
	19	WALKWAYS, PATIOS AND DRIVEWAYS……………………………………….… 21         
	20	MISCELLANEOUS……………………………………………………………………. 22                         
	21	APPLICATION FORM………………………………………………………………... 23            

Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

The specifications and general review criteria used by the Architectural Review Committee (Architectural Review Committee) as the basis for their decision are found in this document “Hope Valley Farms Architectural Guidelines” and the “Hope Valley Farms Home Owners Covenants”, each of which a copy each homeowner should have received at closing. Additional copies may be obtained from the Management Group. Applicants should review the following guidelines in conjunction with the covenants in detail and be aware of current practices for this type of application in the Hope Valley Farms Sub-Divisions. Please note that each site and neighborhood is different and therefore, each application will be reviewed individually. Prior approval of a given style does not constitute “automatic” approval; every application is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

The attached application form must be submitted to the Architectural Review Committee for review of all permanent exterior changes or additions to your residence or property. The following is a list of typical changes requiring Architectural Review Committee approval. The list of changes or additions includes, but is certainly not limited to:

Attached / Detached Garages
Any Additions to an existing Structure / House
Awnings
Decks / Front or Side Entrance Porches
Dog Houses / Dog Runs
Exterior Color Changes (Paint, Trim, Shingles etc..)
Fencing
Landscaping
Patios
Retaining Walls
Screen Porches
Storage Sheds / Play houses
Windows / Skylights

Every application package must include a copy of the foundation survey (Plot Plan). If this is not available a plat, site plan, or reasonable facsimile which shows the location of the proposed alteration or addition, the existing building, and the property lines may be acceptable. Please refer to the attached specific requirements for additional items and further clarification.

You may call the Hope Valley Farms Home Owners Association management group office, Morgan’s Property Management, at 479-5762 for the next regularly scheduled meeting of the Hope Valley Farms Home Owners Association Architectural Review Committee.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide the Architectural Review Committee with sufficient copies of the application package as indicated on the application form. If blueprints are included, one set will be held on file.

Incomplete applications, those with insufficient detail or improper format will be returned for revisions to the applicant. Every attempt will be made to complete the review of each application within one calendar month.
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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

NOTIFICATION: The applicant will be notified in writing of the Architectural Review Committee’s decision within ten days of the meeting. In no case will a verbal approval be granted. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete compliance with all relevant building practices, codes, permits, and licensing requirements.

Contingent approval may be granted, but the applicant must complete all contingencies before proceeding. In some cases, resubmission will be requested, with an explanation of any changes required for full approval. No project. may be started without formal Architectural Review Committee review and written approval.

Upon completion of your project, the Architectural Review Committee reserves the right to inspect same to verify compliance. You will be notified in writing if your project is not in compliance with the previously approved plan. If the project is not brought into compliance, the Architectural Review Committee and the Board of Directors will use all avenues available to obtain compliance as outlined in the Hope Valley Farms Homeowners Covenants.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

ADDITIONS

Rooms, Garages, Greenhouses, Screened Porches, Sun Rooms, Windows, etc.

General Considerations: Additions often have an impact on neighboring property. Plans must be well thought out to minimize any adverse impact. Applicants should consult with neighbors while making plans.

Concept drawings or preliminary plans may be submitted for review and comment before more detailed plans are made.

Specific Details: The design must be compatible in scale, massing, character, materials, and color with the original house. If possible the location of the addition should not have an adverse impact on neighboring properties or impair the view of neighbors. Additions should be located to minimize the removal of trees and the destruction of natural areas. The Architectural Review Committee may require supplemental landscape treatment to compensate for the removal of vegetation, or to soften the addition visually.

New roofs, siding, windows and doors should match the current architectural style of the house, and be located to relate well with the existing structure.

Changes in grade or drainage must not adversely affect adjacent property. If possible, roof pitch should match the original roof. Flat roofs are discouraged.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plot plan (plat, site plan, or reasonable facsimile) showing the location of the proposed alteration or addition, the existing building, and property lines with the required minimum set back lines.

*	Detailed construction drawings to scale, including a full view of the addition,
with elevations, as it will look attached to the existing structure. A view of the entire
structure maybe necessary to help determine balance.
*	Drawings or photographs showing the existing conditions before the proposed
changes.

*	Samples of colors and materials, if different from existing buildings.

*	A landscape plan and plant schedule, if applicable or required.

•	Perspective drawings for complex projects.

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Architectural Guidelines		Issued: May 20, 1994 
		Revised: November 7, 1996
AWNINGS

General	Considerations: Awnings may be appropriate for rear or side yard patios and decks, -or over an exposed entrance.

Specific	Details: Awnings must be consistent with the architectural style and scale of the house. The color of the fabric must he compatible with the existing house colors. Any exposed frames must be painted to match the trim or the dominant color of the house. Any natural-weathering, rot-resistant wood (e.g. pressure treated, cedar or cypress) does not require painting.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A drawing to scale of the awning configuration and the existing element to which it will be attached.

*	A sample of the material large enough to show the true color.

*	A plan of the house showing the location of the awning.

Unacceptable:	Metal, fiberglass or other plastic material may not he approved. Please note that frames must be removed if the awning is permanently removed (permanently removed is considered 6 months or longer).

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

BASKETBALL BACKBOARDS

General Considerations: On residential property basketball backboards should be located and treated in such a manner as to keep them visually unobtrusive. In selecting a location, the applicant must also consider the effect the basketball backboard and its normal use will have on the neighbors and their property.

Specific Details: Free standing basketball backboards must be located a minimum of ten feet back from the curb. The plane of the basketball backboard must be perpendicular to the horizon.
Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plot plan (plat, site plan, or reasonable facsimile) showing the location of the proposed alteration or addition, the existing building, and property lines.

•	A manufacturers drawing, sketch or photograph.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

BOAT I RV STORAGE

General Considerations: Exterior storage of boats, recreational vehicles, tractors, and other such equipment can negatively impact neighboring properties. We strongly recommend, whenever possible, that these be stored either in the garage or at an off-premises storage area.

If the vehicle is to be stored on the premises, consideration must be given as to means of screening it from the street and neighboring properties. Under no circumstances is the vehicle to be normally stored in full view. Typical ways of accomplishing this include storage under a deck, storage in its own enclosure alongside the house, or any other location on the property where it is not visible from the street/neighboring properties.

Specific Details: Locations alongside the garage should have a privacy gate to block views from the street. The remaining directions from which the vehicle can be seen must be masked by a combination of landscaping and fencing; privacy fencing without landscaping to soften its effect shall not normally he permitted. This is one of the few cases that privacy fences are allowed.

Fencing material should be rot-resistant wood, and may be left to weather naturally or he painted in colors that match the house. (By this is meant the dominant house color, trim color, or front/garage door color.) Roofed extensions to the house should be in accordance with the ADDITIONS section, freestanding structures with the SHEDS/PLAYHOUSES section. Vehicles stored under decks should be screened from sight with landscaping and/or latticework, and he in accordance with the DECKS section. All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Application:	Your application should include:
	*	A plot plan showing the house, location of the storage site, and the property
lines.
	*	Construction plans, including elevations, views showing relationship with house, description/sample of materials and colors.

*	Landscape plan and plant schedule, if applicable or required.
•	Photographs showing existing conditions of proposed storage site.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

DECKS

General Considerations: A deck has a significant impact on the appearance of a house. Decks may also affect the privacy and right of enjoyment of adjacent residents. These two factors are weighed heavily in the review of requests for decks.

Specific Details: Modifications to existing decks must provide continuity in detailing, such as material, color, location of posts, design of the railings, and use of trim. Decks must be constructed with rot-resistant wood, and may be left to weather naturally. Plantings are recommended at post foundations and under low decks to screen structural elements and to soften the structure visually. Decks with sun rooms, screened porches, and other heavy super structures must be visually tied to the ground and architecturally integrated with the house. Integration is a function of size, color, design detailing,, height above ground, and relationship to the ground.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plot plan, with dimensions, showing the house, the location of the deck on the house, and the property lines.

*	Construction plans, including details of railings, benches, doors, etc.

*	A drawing to scale or a picture of the house elevation showing the location of windows, doors, etc. and the deck.

*	Photographs of the existing condition of the house where the deck will be constructed.

If the application is for an extension of an existing deck, and will be identical in construction, including substructure and finished appearance, detailed construction plans need not be included in the application.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

DOG HOUSES/RUNS

Specific Details: Dog houses should be located in the rear of the house and not be obtrusive.
They should he painted to blend with their immediate surroundings or left to weather naturally. Landscaping may be required to soften the structures visually. Dog runs must generally follow the guidelines for fencing. Prefab chain-link dog runs generally will not be approved unless screened by wood fencing or located in a heavily planted area and coated black. Appropriate ground preparation must be done in order for the dog house to sit level with the horizon.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plan, with dimensions, showing the location of the dog house or dog run, property lines, and principal building.

*	A description of the color and material.

•	A description of the dog house or run to include dimensions, pictures, construction drawings, etc., as applicable.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

FENCING

General Considerations: Fencing can detract from the open character of Hope Valley Farms property and may have both a visual and a physical impact on adjoining property. Careful consideration must he given to the fencing concept and execution.

For reasons of privacy, the use of shrubbery, trees, and landscaping is preferred. In some cases, small sections of fencing as part of a landscaping plan may be considered. The openness of Hope Valley Farms is one of our greatest assets and should be preserved whenever possible. Homeowners are encouraged not to fence their entire rear yards.

Whenever possible, alternatives to hard fencing should be used. The use of landscaping and plant material, or combinations of plants and short segments of fencing, or fencing hidden in plant material may achieve the sought after goal.

An “open” type fencing such as a picket fence with a greater than 1 inch gap to slat spacing or a split rail style fence is preferred.

Specific Details: Fencing should not he higher than 48 inches from the natural grade to the top rail. The fence should be located no closer to the front of the house than a point on the property line set back from the front of the house. Fencing should be made of natural weathering rot resistant material and may be allowed to weather naturally or be painted either traditional white or in coordination with the existing color scheme of the house.

Fencing which is a visual extension of a building should relate to the materials, colors, and architectural style of the building. Vinyl-coated wire mesh used to increase security as part of an “open” fence must be placed on the inside of the fence and should be black, brown or black-green in color. Fencing finished on only one side must be constructed with the finished side facing out with any fence posts and rails located on the inside. Wherever possible, fences should be located so that trees do not have to he removed.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A description of the fence design including dimensions.

*	A foundation survey or scaled diagram showing the location of the house. property lines, and the proposed location of the fence and any gates,.

•	The materials and colors to he used. A photo of an existing similar fence is very helpful.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

GARDENS/COMPOST PILES

General Considerations: Gardens/Compost Piles may have an impact on neighboring property.
Plans should be well thought out to minimize any adverse impact. Applicants are encouraged to keep gardens/compost piles clean and tidy when not in use.

Specific Details: If possible the location of the garden/compost pile should not have an adverse impact on neighboring properties or impair the view of neighbors. Gardens/Compost Piles should be located in the rear or side of the yard and not be obtrusive. Gardens should be located to minimize the removal of trees and the destruction of natural areas. Changes in grade or drainage must not adversely affect adjacent property. Please refer to specific sections for Fencing, Landscaping, Tree Removal, and Retaining Walls as necessary.

The Hope Valley Farms Home Owners Association encourages the planting of shrubbery, plants and trees, therefore garden/compost pile plans need only be submitted for approval for the following situations: when structural or decorative elements are to be included, e.g. arbors, bird baths, gazebos, patios (in ground), planters, retaining walls, sculptures, and walkways. Prior Architectural Review Committee approval is required for all raised garden/compost piles.

Application:	Your application should include:
		*	A foundation survey or scaled diagram showing the location of the house,
property lines, and the proposed site plan and location of the garden/compost pile.
 		*	A description of any structural elements and materials to be used, as applicable.
		*	Drawings or photographs showing existing conditions before the proposed
	changes.

Unacceptable:	The following items will not be approved:

*	Trees or plants of any kind that obstruct sight lines of vehicular traffic.
	•	*	Trees or plants that are detrimental to neighboring property.
		*	Please note: Garden/Compost Piles areas should not be used as a trash/refuse
	collection site.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

LANDSCAPING

General Considerations: The Hope Valley Farms Homeowners Association encourages the planting of shrubbery, plants and trees, therefore landscape plans need only be submitted for approval in the following situations:

*	When required by the Architectural Review Committee as part of a submission for structural additions or alterations.

*	When structural or decorative elements are to be included, e.g. arbors, barbecues, bird baths, gazebos, patios (in ground), planters, retaining walls, sculptures, and walkways.

Homeowners are encouraged to seek professional Landscape Architectural assistance when planning extensive landscape planting.
Specific Details: Structural elements introduced into an open area must not be intrusive and must be appropriate to their surroundings. Size, scale, color and material are important criteria for acceptability. Refer to the specific sections for Tree Removal, Retaining Walls, Gardens, and Decks.

Changes in grade or drainage must not adversely affect adjacent property.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plan showing the location of the plant material, existing buildings, and property lines.

*	A schedule of plantings.

*	A description and location of any structural elements.

Unacceptable:	The following items will not be approved:

*	Plastic or wire “fencing” used as bordering.

*	Trees or plants of any kind that obstruct sight lines of vehicular traffic.
•	Trees or plants that are detrimental to neighboring property.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

PAINTING, STAINING, OR ROOFING EXTERIOR COLOR CHANGES

General Considerations: The following specifications and guidelines apply not only to the siding of buildings, but also to doors, shutters, trim, windows, roofing etc. No request for approval is needed to repaint using existing colors.

Specific	Details: Selected colors must be harmonious with the other colors used on the structure,
e.g.	roofing and brick, and must be harmonious with the other colors used in the neighborhood.

For change in house colors, the new color scheme can be either one of the existing color schemes used in the neighborhood or professionally matched colors for siding, trim and accent. As an example, color hoards are available from Sherwin/Williams, Duron and Martin-Senior paint stores. For changes in color scheme, the result must be harmonious with other colors used in the neighborhood.

Additional information is available from the Architectural Review Committee.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	Sample color chips of proposed new colors.

*	A description of what is to be painted.

*	A description of the colors of houses within 100 feet and directly across the
street.

*	Color Pictures of adjacent housing.

Unacceptable: House colors repeated within 100 feet and directly across the street. (Exception granted for white.)

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									Revised: November 7, 1996

PLAY EQUIPMENT

General Considerations: Generally, play equipment should be placed in rear yards.
Consideration should be given to lot size, equipment size, material, design, amount of visual screening, and relationship to neighboring property.

Specific Details: Equipment constructed from natural materials is encouraged. Tree houses are generally discouraged because of their visibility from neighboring property. Play houses (see section on storage sheds) must be placed in rear yards and must be in scale with the size of the yard and existing buildings. Generally, the play house must be painted to blend with the natural open space or with the colors of the house if the house is located nearby. Play houses, as well as play equipment, should be screened by natural vegetation or additional landscaping.

Unacceptable:	The following conditions are prohibited:
*	Permanent recreational ramps or jumps in a residential area.

*	Tree houses fastened into the tree itself since this method will damage or destroy the tree.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plot plan showing the location of the play equipment in reference to the existing structure.

•	A copy of available manufacturing information.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

RETAINING WALLS

General Considerations: Retaining walls should be as unobtrusive as possible and built to the minimum height needed to serve their function.

Specific Details: Materials may he brick, natural stone, square corner timbers, or decorative concrete, depending on location and contextual relationship. Rounded landscape timbers may not be approved in heights greater than 1 foot above grade due to their lack of stability when used to retain earth, the strong horizontal lines created by the juxtaposition of the timbers, and their “Lincoln Log” appearance. The ends of the walls should be tapered into the ground rather than abruptly ending in space. If the height of the wall would require a railing to comply with county building codes, the applicant should consider stepping the wall in a terracing effect.

Every effort should be made to maintain the natural grade by utilizing terracing and limit the wall rise to 2 feet maximum per tier.

Application: Your application should include:

*	A plot plan showing the location of the retaining wall, any existing buildings, and the property lines.

*	A section view showing the construction details including the placement of deadman timbers.

*	A description of the materials.

*	Effects on neighboring property (ex. drainage, view, etc.)

*	Landscaping plans identifying planting scheme used to soften the presence of the retaining wall.

Unacceptable:	Plain concrete or concrete block walls.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

SHEDS / PLAY HOUSES

Specific Details: Sheds should have a simple design and should be located in rear yards. Architectural style for the shed should be compatible with the architectural details of the building, e. g. colors, material, roofing, and scale. When selecting a location for a shed, views from the street and adjacent property must be considered. Sheds located in natural areas should be painted or stained to blend with the background or if made from rot resistant material may be left to weather naturally. The Architectural Review Committee may require additional landscaping to screen or visually soften the shed.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A plot plan showing the location of the shed, existing structures, trees and property lines;.

*	A description and the dimensions of the shed.

*	A description of the color of the shed and the color of any nearby structure if any.

*	Brochures I pictures of play equipment.

Unacceptable:	Prefabricated metal storage sheds.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996
SIGNS

General Considerations: Signs obstruct from the pleasant drive along our nicely landscaped streets, entrances and roadways and thus are not desired.

Specific Details: Signs are permitted under the following conditions:

*	House For Sale - One sign is permitted on the house for sale or one sign is permitted on the owner’s lot, near the curb. Signs are restricted to 24 by 30 inches maximum.

*	Yard Sale - This restriction also relates to other, similar sales, eg. garage sale, antique sale, etc. Two signs are permitted on the homeowner’s lot, near the curb. The signs may be put up no more than 3 days before the actual event and must be removed within 1 day after the event. Signs are restricted to 24 by 30 inches maximum.

*	Lots For Sale - In an effort to help ff1 in the existing home sites, and increase the value of the existing homes, the following signs will be allowed:

o	One sign at the entrance area for each empty lot owner. This sign will be placed on Community Common Properties within 50 feet of NC 751 and within 100 feet of S. Roxboro St. Signs are restricted to 24 by 30 inches maximum.

o	One sign at the entrance to the sub-development in the intersection on S. Roxboro St. Signs are restricted to 24 by 30 inches maximum.

o	One sign on the empty lot. Sign is restricted to 24 by 30 inches maximum.

*	City, County, and State agency signs as required by law.

*	Lost Pets - One sign permitted on the property where the animal belongs. No signs will be permitted on the Community Common Properties. In the event a pet is lost, we suggest that the owner contact the Hope Valley Farms Recreation Association and request that a notice be placed on the Bulletin Board.

*	Special Events - Any sign related to special events needs to be approved by the Architectural Review Committee prior to use.

Sign Construction: Signs placed on Community Common Properties shall be professionally made and use permanent-type materials, eg. wood, metal, rigid plastic. Hand drawn signs on paper or cardboard are not acceptable.

Notes:	1. Request for waiver must be made to the Architectural Review Committee prior to using more than the number of signs allowed.
2.	Request for waiver must be made to the Architectural Review Committee prior to using signs on Common Community Properties other than as allowed in Specific Details.
3.	Special consideration will be given to requests for special event signs, and for additional signs with short term conditions.
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	Revised: November 7, 1996

4.	Signs placed on Common Community properties that do not meet the pre-approval of the Architectural Review Committee may be removed without notice.

Application:	No application is required unless desired sign does not meet the specified guidelines. Unacceptable: Under no circumstances are billboards permitted.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

SPAS I HOT TUBS

Specific Details: Spas I hot tubs should usually be located in the rear yard away from adjacent property so that their use, presence, and noise of the mechanical equipment do not adversely affect the use of the adjacent property. They should be an integral part of a deck, patio, or landscaping. Mechanical equipment, pipes, and wiring should be concealed. Spas/hot tubs should be screened from adjacent property. The understructure of spas/hot tubs set into above ground decks must he hidden from exterior view.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	Description, dimensions and product literature for the equipment.

*	A plot plan showing the location of the equipment, existing structures, and property lines.

•	A description and/or photo or drawing of the type screening to be used.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

SWIMMING POOLS

General Considerations: Swimming pools, decking, and associated security fencing must be planned and designed to conform with the character of the area in which they are located. Concept or preliminary plans may be submitted for review and comment before more detailed plans are made.

Specific Details: Pools should be located in rear yards and away from adjacent property.

Mechanical equipment should be concealed and located so as not to have an adverse effect of the use of adjacent property. Security and privacy fencing should be limited to the pool area. The fence design and location must be considered at the time the pool is planned, and must conform to local ordinances. Landscaping may be required to soften the visual impact of the fence and other exposed structures.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A site/grading plan showing the proposed pool, decking, fencing, existing structures, and property lines.

*	Construction plans.

*	Fence design and location.

*	Location and description of accessory equipment.

*	A landscape plan.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

TREE REMOVAL ON HOMEOWNER PROPERTY

General Considerations: When people think of Hope Valley Farms, they see trees. Please, protect, preserve and feel free to plant them.

Specific Details: No live ornamental trees (e.g. holly, dogwood, redbud) may be removed without specific approval. No live deciduous or evergreen trees the trunks of which are six or more inches in diameter as measured two feet above grade may be removed without specific approval. Removal of live trees will be approved if their continued existence would be detrimental. In most cases, the Architectural Review Committee may require replacements of owners choosing.

“Detrimental” conditions include physical intrusion by trees, roots, and branches on buildings or other structures in a way that could cause damage, excessive shade, -or could block paths and sight lines from vehicles. Overgrowth may also be considered detrimental. Trees damaged by storms or other accidents on homeowner property may be removed by homeowner without approval.

Application:	Your application should include:

•	The identification of the tree(s) to be removed.
•	The reason for its removal.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

WALKWAYS, PATIOS AND DRIVEWAYS

Specific Details: Patios and walkways should be constructed with natural colored concrete, slate, flagstone, brick, or rot-resistant wood left to weather naturally. All patios will be reviewed with respect to their visual impact on adjacent property. Patios and walkways should be located at the rear of the house.

Driveways and driveway extensions should be constructed with matched colored concrete, brick, cobble stones or asphalt.

Application:	Your application should include:

*	A foundation survey, or facsimile thereof, showing the location of the proposed patio/walkway/driveway, existing buildings, and property lines.

*	The dimensions of the walkway, patio, driveway, or driveway extension.

*	A description of the materials to be used.

Unacceptable:	Dirt, gravel or grass.

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Architectural Guidelines	Issued: May 20, 1994
	Revised: November 7, 1996

MISCELLANEOUS

General Considerations: There are many changes and additions that property owners can make to their property. The ones described on the previous pages are the most common. If your project is not included on the previous pages, refer to the one that is closest in concept to your project and use it as a guide for preparing an application to the Architectural Review Committee. You may also call the Hope Valley Farms Home Owners Association management group office for assistance.

Specific Details: Consider your neighbors.

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TREES	For Guidelines 10/9/97
	Revised 3-30-98
General Consideration: Most homeowners and visitors to our area are impressed with the number and size of trees that are visible within our development. The Homeowners Association has always encouraged tree planting as a way to increase! maintain value to homeowner and association property. A policy providing for monetary fines of $500 per tree has been established by the HOA Board and will be utilized for:

1) all unapproved tree cutting
2) failure to replant according to approved application.

Specific Details: During the application process, the ARC will consider the tree density on both your property and those of your neighbors. It is with this in mind that we attempt to maintain the beauty and property values in the Hope Valley Farms development. An application will be required to remove dead, diseased, or damaged trees as well as live trees measuring six (6) inches or more in diameter from two (2) feet above the ground level. The application process requires advance planning and approval except where storm damage poses an immediate danger or blocks access. In cases of questionable health, a tree service or Cooperative Extension should be contacted by the homeowner to verify the need for removal.

Tree removal requests must be accompanied by a replanting plan and consideration must be given to the following: Removed trees must be replaced by like trees. For example:

•	Hardwoods must be replaced by hardwoods
•	One inch (1”) caliper (diameter) trees are the minimum recommended for planting. Ideal tree planting times are October through March. Planting of trees per the replanting approval process may be allowed to be delayed until these times.

Application:	Your application should include:
•	Completed Application form
•	Plot plan showing location of house, location(s) of tree(s) to be removed and/or added, lot lines, etc and any pertinent other descriptions homeowner would like to share to offer ARC a complete overview of request.
•	Photographs are especially helpful but not required
And for diseased trees:
•	A diagnostic report of written findings by a tree service or Cooperative Extension on their letterhead

Unacceptable:

•	Clearcutting of lots will not be allowed/approved unless preapproved for extenuating circumstances.
•	No live trees measuring six (6) inches or more in diameter from two (2) feet above the ground level may be cut without an approved application.
•	No trees may be removed, by homeowners, from any area designated as “greenway” or homeowner’s association property on any recorded maps of the development. The HOA management company should be contacted concerning those trees.

Unauthorized Removal of Trees:

•	Individuals subject to fine will be asked to present their case to the Board.