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Specifications for Home Design 6/26/2009
The following specifications are promulgated to create an harmonious and pleasant environment for the benefit of all homeowners as well as to establish and maintain home values. Since every lot is different with unique topographical, geometrical, and conservation problems, etc., or as new materials or techniques become available, exceptions may be made.
Shingle style homes are encouraged but any style may be approved if it compliments the ambience and value of the neighborhood. The minimum size of each house shall be thirty-five hundred square feet of above grade space with a 3 car garage. Some of the space may be unfinished, but suitable for future use. The garage should face the side where possible, or if facing front, designer doors (carriage house) are required. There should be significant stone features on the house or in the landscaping viewable from the street.
Roof shingles are to be architectural style asphalt, wood or slate. Siding, roof, and trim colors as well as roof pitch subject to approval. Houses may not have more than 18” of raw concrete of foundations exposed on the front and sides, and may maintain a typical exposure of up to 12” , unless stone, stucco, or brick facing is used. Lattice, vegetation or equivalent must screen underside of decks visible from neighbors or Canoe Club Lane.
At least one chimney is required, and it must be brick or stone faced.
Gable ends should have a minimum boxed out overhang of 8 inches; 3/8 inch reveal to rake soffitt; soffitt to rake freeze to have 3 5/8 inch crown or decorative molding; rake freeze to extend 2 inches lower than rake. Front doors, siding, and trim materials and colors must be approved. Pipes, flues and vents should not be visible from the street. Mail and newspaper boxes must be approved.
Exterior lighting must be shielded and should not produce glare. Exterior fixture choices should be reviewed with developer prior to purchase. Unshielded yard lights are not allowed. Interior lights may not produce glare off the lot. Air conditioner compressors must be low noise models or shielded for noise.
Prior to the start of any site work or tree cutting, each lot owner shall submit for approval a detailed site plan. Approval will be a the sole discretion of the developer or his assigns.
The plan should indicate the size, quantity and description of trees, bushes, and plants; also, the locations, dimensions, and materials of all walks, driveways, walls, and fences. In addition to placement of the home, this plan should include locations, colors, and materials of auxiliary structures and storage areas, playsets, pools, boat or RV storage, fences, areas to be left undisturbed, erosion control, grading landscape plan, parking, walks, walls, driveways and proposed tree removal for trees greater than 12” caliper. Within 12 feet of the sideline the natural vegetation should be left undisturbed unless otherwise approved. Views from other lots may be considered in site approval decisions.
Natural or existing drainage of rainwater should be maintained as much as possible. Include any proposed outdoor lighting, which must be directed downward and have shields to eliminate glare. Indicate methods to be used to protect landscape features to be left undisturbed. Driveway should be a maximum of 15 feet wide within the first 20 feet from the curb, and have a radius at the intersection of the street. Front walkways may be brick, pavers, stone or similar material, but not asphalt. Trees in wooded areas may not be clear-cut for expansive lawns. In lawn areas, including the area between the sidewalk and the curb, at least 4 inches of screened loam is required. Depending on the level of existing vegetation the developer may require the addition of privacy trees.
In addition to Pembroke residential zoning, the following setbacks are imposed where possible:
All Structures: 50’ Front Setback
Fences and Electric Meters: 40’ Front Setback
Homeowner should check North River Rules to confirm home is in compliance. Views may be considered in making site approval decisions. These rules also apply to previously approved sites when changes are proposed.
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