Architectural
AR Committee: |
| Jeoff Greenfield, Chair |
| Jeff Cooper |
| Sandra Redd |
Improvements made to your home or your property (lot) may need approval. You should consult the Neighborhod Covenants and the Architectural Guidelines below to determine if you should submit a request to the Committee for approval BEFORE you begin any project.
Need a copy of the Covenants and Bi-Laws? Need an ARC request form? Visit the Documents page.
Review requests should be sent directly to the committee (along with any necessary attachments) HERE
(dated 11/9/04)
The following actions require specific approval by the Committee:
Construction of any type of structure or improvement on any Lot in Linwood Farms (including but not limited to outbuildings, fences, pools, walls, exterior remodeling, landscaping, or additions to an existing structure).
The following guidelines apply, in general, to all construction projects:
Duration: Construction projects should be completed within 30 days of start date, unless not feasible due to the magnitude of the project (i.e., a major addition to a house).
Utilities: Any utility additions must be underground and adhere to all County Code requirements.
Code Compliance: Owners making modifications are responsible for ensuring that the modification complies with all state and local code, and the owner is responsible for obtaining any required permits or licenses.
Request:A detailed description of the planned project must be provided to the Committee on the appropriate ARC request form, describing:
Size of Structure Roof Design Wall Material Exterior Finish Drawing or Diagram Utilities (Electric, Water, Sewer) Height Roof Material Quantity Location Estimated Length of Project
Particular to the construction of an outbuilding, the following guidelines apply:
Size: No greater than 144 square feet with no side being more than 12 feet in length, unless approved as a variance by the committee.
Height: Overall – no greater than 10 feet. Maximum sidewall height is 7 feet.
Roof Design: Roofs should be “A” frame construction. Single pitched shed roofs are not permitted.
Roof Materials: All outbuilding roofs must be constructed of shingles that match the house.
Quantity: No more than one outbuilding is permitted per lot.
Wall Material: Exterior walls should be constructed of vinyl siding to match the house. No particleboard, plywood, cinder block, or metal is allowed.
Exterior Finish: All outbuildings must be trimmed, in their entirety, in the same quality materials, design, and colors of the house.
Utilities: Any utility facilities providing service to an outbuilding must be underground and adhere to standard building codes.
Property Boundaries: If an outbuilding is to be placed in the rear of a lot, the rear property line must be at least 3 times larger than the outbuilding dimensions. For example, a 10 foot x 10 foot outbuilding placed in the rear of a lot requires a minimum of 30 foot rear property line. Outbuildings should be placed within the building setbacks and at least 5 feet from any property boundary, and should maintain sufficient clearance around all sides to permit appropriate maintenance and drainage. Outbuildings should be placed no less than 50 feet from any street curb adjacent to the property. Corner lots have additional restrictions.
Particular to dog houses, the following guidelines apply:
Size: May not exceed 4 feet wide x 4 feet deep x 3 feet high.
Material: Should be constructed of materials as described (above) for outbuildings.
Quantity: No more than 2 dog houses are permitted on any lot without approval as a variance from the Committee.
Particular to driveway additions, the following guidelines apply:
Material: Driveway additions should be constructed of concrete. Other materials must be approved by the Committee.
Encroachment: A 2 foot minimum set back should be maintained from all property lines. Situations not permitting this setback will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
The Committee WILL NOT approve and does specifically PROHIBIT the following:
A. Chain link fences and privacy fences in any form.
B. Perimeter fencing around patios, decks, or pools greater than 6 feet in height.
C. The storage of materials of any kind behind a fence if they are visible from the street or neighboring yards.
D. Location of fence that does not comply with restrictions.
E. Brick mailboxes are prohibited by the NC Department of Transportation.
F. The construction, installation, erection, or maintenance of any television or radio pole, antenna, aerial, dish, or tower on any lot in Linwood Farms which is not in compliance with the guidelines established by the Committee.
G. Above ground pools, with the exception of “kiddie pools”.
H. Any paint colors different from the color that is already on the house, or permanent structure, must get approval from the Committee.
I. The installation of free standing security lights in the front yard greater than 7 inches in height, and in the back yard greater than 10 inches in height. This does not apply to the standard “eave-mounted” security lights.
J. In paragraph 5 of the Declaration of Restrictions it states: “Mobile house trailers, on or off wheels, recreational vehicles (“RVs”), motor homes, vehicles, or enclosed bodies of the type which may be placed on or attached to a vehicle, known generally as “campers”, commercial vehicles of any kind operated by a member of the household occupying the dwelling on the Lot and any boats and boat trailers shall not be parked on the street within the front or side street set back lines or any where on the Lot…”
Building Materials and equipment should not be stored where visible from the street for more than 30 days. Firewood should be stored in an inconspicuous location that does not impose upon your neighbors. Seasonal house decorations should be removed within 30 days of the end of the Holiday period.
