When we moved
into Foothill Knolls we all signed and received very
poor copies of our neighborhood CC&R's. As our neighborhood ages and the need for
either cosmetic or major remodel investment comes up
the Homeowners Association is frequently consulted (by
homeowners) for guidelines to insure that their work
is done properly and is in line with the "neighborhood
look".
Over the years many homeowners have made improvements to
their homes and kept with the original design of the home
colors, roof and landscaping in an effort to continue with
the neighborhood concept. Some work has been done that
might be considered "outside the CC&R's" and
this has some neighbors asking for a clearer definition
of the Association Policy. Since we all live "side-by-side" in
this neighborhood, Homeowners want the Association to act
as the "third party" and help establish and enforce
CC&R guidelines so we have a common consistent policy
that is followed by all and protects the investment of
those who attempt to maintain the original look (and desire)
of Foothill Knolls.
According to 14.16.9 Rules and Regulations, “The
Architectural Committee may from time to time, in its sole
discretion, adopt, amend and repeal reasonable rules and
regulations interpreting and implementing the provisions
hereof and establishing reasonable architectural standards
over the Property. These rules and regulations shall state
that the Architectural Committee will immediately report
all violations of its rules and regulations to the Board,
whereupon the Board shall take the matter into immediate
consideration. All remedial and enforcement powers of the
Board, including injunctive powers, shall be available
to the Board to remedy violations of, and compel compliance
with, the rules and regulations of the Architectural Committee.”
As such, the following Architectural Standards are being
implemented; HOWEVER, THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE MUST
BE GIVEN AT LEAST TWO WEEKS NOTICE FOR ANY APPROVAL.
IF
THE HOMEOWNER DOES NOT COMPLY WITH ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS,
THEY ARE FULLY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ADDITIONAL COSTS ASSOCIATED
WITH DELAYS AND/OR CHANGES TO THEIR PROJECT.
- New roofs (replacements) can be replaced in one of
four styles:
- Original Spanish Tile
- Original Shake
- Tile Shake
- Composite Shingle provided they are a minimum of
480 lbs. per square
Color and material selection need
approval from Architectural Review Committee.
- Original style, material, height and color are to
be maintained.
- Lattice is required for all fences adjacent to the
street.
- Side fences are not to extend beyond the front of
the home.
- Fences that are a change in material, height or location
require neighbor notification and approval from the
Architectural Review Committee.
- Routine plantings (softscape changes) that are visible
from the street do not require approval as long as
they are consistent with the current property landscape.
- All hardscape property changes require neighbor notification
and approval from the Architectural Review Committee.
- Exterior paint other than the current color requires
neighbor notification and approval from the Architectural
Review Committee.
- Neighbor notification on ALL sides including behind.
- City Permits obtained and approved
- Comply with required variances
- Add any softscape that was stipulated by the Architectural
Review Committee
- Approval by the Architectural Review Committee
COMPLIANCE: Non-compliance will be documented by the
Architectural Committee and a certified letter will be
sent to the homeowner and the Board. |