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2017 REVISED ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES,

STANDARDS, CRITERIA, RULES and REGULATIONS

INITIALLY APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HERITAGE ISLES GOLF &

COUNTRY CLUB COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. ON FEBRUARY 4, 2003 AT A DULY

NOTICED BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING.

THIS REVISION WAS APPROVED APRIL 24, 2017 AT A DULY NOTICED

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING.

Final Approved Version – 4-25-2017 0915

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This booklet should be kept with your important property records.

It is the hope and expectation that at some point the information

contained within these pages will be of use to you for your home.

We also hope that when you sell your home that you will leave this

copy behind for the next Heritage Isles owner.

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HERITAGE ISLES ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES, STANDARDS, CRITERIA,

and RULES and REGULATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page

I. Introduction ………………………………………………………………….. 4

II. Review Process …………………………………………………….................. 4

A. General ………………………………..………………………………….. 4

B. Exemptions …………………………..…………………..………………. 6

C. Reconstruction ……………………………..…………............................. 6

D. Administrative Fees…………………..………..………………………… 6

E. Appeals Process ………………………………………………………….. 6

III. Site Modification Standards ……………………………………………………. 6

A. Fences, Walls, and Hedges …..………………………..…………………. 6

B. Vehicles ……..…………………………………………………………… 7

C. Storage ……..……………………………………………………………. 8

D. Clothes Hanging & Drying ……..………………………………………. 8

E. Antennas, Aerials, and Satellite Dishes ………………………………… 8

F. Mailboxes ……..…………………………………………………………. 9

G. Pets …………….…………………………………………………………. 9

H. Lot and Dwelling Upkeep ……..…………………………………………. 9

1. General Exterior Maintenance ……..…………………………… 9

2. Lawn Standard ……..……………………………………………… 10

3. Repainting Exterior Standard……………………………………… 10

4. Exterior Repainting Requirements……….……………………… 10

5. Window Treatments and Window Maintenance………………… 11

6. Signs………...…………………………………………………….. 11

7. Trees and Palms……………………………………………………. 12

8. Wells……………………………………………………………… 12

9. Swimming Pools………………………………………………….. 12

10. Patio, Screen Doors, Vinyl Windows and Screen Enclosures…….. 12

11. Garden Hoses & Watering Equipment, A/C Units, Garbage Cans,

All Exterior Tanks, and Pool Equipment ……………………… 13

12. Lawn Furnishings and Ornaments …………………………..… 13

13. Landscaping / Patios ……..………………………………..…… 14

14. Barbeques / Smokers ……..…………………………………... 14

15. Garage ……..…………………………………………………… 14

16. Sports/Play Equipment and Accessory Structures ……………. 15

17. Gutters and Downspouts ……..……………………………… 15

18. Solar Collectors ……..………………………………………… 16

19. Additions to Homes.……………………………………………… 16

20. Awning and Shutters ……..…………………………………..… 16

21. Driveway Construction ……..……………………………..…… 16

22. Decorative Lighting ……..……………………………………. 16

23. Flags and Flagpoles ……..….………………………………….. 17

24. Florida Friendly Landscaping and Water Management……..… 17

25. Roofs and Roof Replacement………………………………..… 17

Appendix A: Acceptable Types of Fences………………………….................................. 18

Appendix B: Acceptable Types of Landscape Border…..…………………....................... 19

Appendix C: Examples of acceptable types of equipment screening ……………………. 20

Appendix D: Example of Allowed For Sale/Rent Sign…………………………………… 20

Appendix E: Examples of Window Decorative Grid (Muntin Bars) issues……………….. 21

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I. INTRODUCTION

This document is not intended to cover every rule, regulation or situation which may arise. It also doesn’t

replace the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Heritage Isles (DCC&R), but

rather supplements it. The intent of the document, as well as the existence of the Design Review Board

(DRB), is to provide the guidelines to help the Owner to understand what is required for maintaining an

aesthetically pleasing community. Adhering to these guidelines is beneficial for all involved for they

are meant to protect the investment of the owners, and to portray a quality community of well-

planned homes built with long lasting materials which maintain high construction standards. The DRB

and its purpose are defined in the DCC&R. The authority of the Association Board to make/approve

rules and regulations or clarify sections of the DCC&R is provided for in the Declaration and By-Laws,

for the Association.

In conjunction with the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Heritage Isles

(DCC&R) and the Bylaws of the Heritage Isles Golf and Country Club Community Association, Inc.

(Bylaws), the Architectural Guideline Standards, Criteria, Rules and Regulations (collectively the

Association’s Governing Documents) are binding on all parties having interest in any properties within

the boundaries of Heritage Isles as defined in the DCC&R. Each owner is required to comply with the

requirements as set forth. Any failure to comply with these requirements will be subject to remedies

provided for in the Governing Documents of the Community. Additionally, prevailing Florida statutes

will also govern. In cases of conflict between governing documents, the DCC&R shall prevail.

Nothing contained in these Revised Architectural Guidelines shall obligate any agency, governmental or

otherwise, to approve plans submitted, nor shall the approval by the Design Review Board or the

Association be construed as meeting the requirements of the City of Tampa, nor any governmental

agency, required for approval.

The DRB is responsible for establishing the architectural and landscape standards. Any changes or

modifications must be approved by the Board of Directors by a majority vote at a duly noticed meeting

of the Board of Directors for that purpose.

II. REVIEW P R OCESS A. GENERAL

This document can not address every possible scenario that might arise relating to improvements or

changes to a property. Consequently, as per Article IX, Section 3 of the DCC&R, all changes or

improvements of any kind to the exterior of a home or Lot requires a Design Review Application to be

submitted and approved prior to commencement of any project. The design and construction review

process is a 4-step procedure: 1 ) Initial Review, 2 ) Submission of Plans, 3) Construction

Commencement and 4 ) Inspection. Thorough and timely submission of information as well as

adherence to the guidelines set forth in the process will prevent delays and minimize frustration of

all parties involved. Questions concerning interpretation of any matter set forth in the Guide

should be directed to the Community Association Manager or the DRB.

STEP 1 – Initial Review

It is required that an owner submit to the DRB a Design Review Application for the modification that is

being requested, along with (if applicable) a set of plans. Any and all modification requests and

submissions of supporting documentation should be made by mail, or in person, to the management

company. Email or Facsimile with verification of transmittal will also be acceptable. The information

required for the review is as follows:

a) Design Review Application with a detailed description of the planned modification.

b) Site Plans showing the approximate location and dimensions of all modifications, including

driveway, irrigation, and swimming pools.

c) Floor Plans, if applicable.

d) Exterior elevations (all sides) if applicable.

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e) Concept Landscape Plan if modification involved changes to the current landscape.

f) Any other information, data, and drawings as may be reasonably requested by the DRB.

The DRB shall review the information and indicate its approval, its conditional approval, or its

disapproval within thirty (30) days of receipt and return the set of plans to the owner with the appropriate

response. NO MODIFICATION shall be made on any property until the Design Review Application has

received final approval by the DRB. In the case of an incomplete application or the request by the DRB

for more information, the applicant will have fifteen (15) days to comply with the request or the

application is disapproved automatically. Owners who begin an improvement prior to receiving approval

from the committee will be required to submit a $100 fee with an application in order to receive a

retroactive approval/denial (application fees are non-refundable). If the project is completed/started or in

progress, and the Design Review Application is denied, the property will have to be returned to the state it

was in prior to commencement of the project.

STEP 2 – Submission of Plans to the Building Department

Following the approval of Step 1, the owner may submit his/her plans to the Building Department

or the required agencies that have jurisdiction for the necessary permits f or the modification project.

Changes required by the said agencies must be re-approved by the DRB.

STEP 3 – Construction Commencement

Upon completion of Step 2, a copy of any and all permits must be submitted to the DRB by the owner

prior to beginning construction. If the request does not require a permit, all materials utilized in the

modification must be approved by the DRB before commencement. Any modification to the original

application for any reason must also be re-approved.

STEP 4 – Final Inspection

A. Although a DRB member must call before visiting a property, the DRB shall have the right to

enter upon and inspect any property at any time of the process, before, during or after the

completion of work for which approval has been granted. The owner shall give notice to the

DRB upon completion of the modification. At this time it will be reviewed for "Sound Design".

Any damage to streets, curbs, drainage inlets, sidewalks, street signs, walls, community signage,

landscaping, irrigation, etc., which occurs from the project or modification must be repaired or

the damage will be repaired by the Association and such costs will be charged to the owner.

Please note: All approved projects should be completed within 6 months. However, any

timeframe(s) associated with the Design Review Application has/have no relationship to the

enforcement timeframe(s) given to correct violations of the DCC&R or Architectural Guidelines,

Standards, Criteria, Rules and Regulations.

Note: All owners shall be held responsible for the acts of their employees, subcontractors, and any

other persons or parties involved in the construction or alteration of the home site. The responsibilities

include but are not limited to the following:

a) Ensuring that the construction site, community properties and roadways are kept clean and free

of all debris and waste materials, and that stockpiles of unused materials are kept in a neat and

orderly fashion.

b) Storing materials and disposing of them in a lawful manner. No material or debris shall be

dumped in conservation or common areas.

c) Prohibiting the consumption of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs or other intoxicants that could

hamper the safety or well-being of other personnel on the site.

d) Keeping noise pollution to a minimum. Loud radios (music) are not allowed.

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e) Assuring that work takes place between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00p.m Monday - Saturday

and 10:00 a.m. – 3p.m. on Sunday.

B. EXEMPTIONS

The following modifications do not require prior approval by the DRB:

1. Re-paint house exteriors and trims in the identical (non-faded) color previously approved by

the DRB. (while a Design Review Application is not required, it is recommended for record

keeping purposes for the owners’ protection)

2. Replace existing screening with identical screening materials previously approved by the

DRB.

3. Replace existing exterior doors with identical exterior doors previously approved by the

DRB.

4. Replace existing mailbox or security lighting with identical mailbox or security lighting

previously approved by the DRB or conveyed by the builder.

All references in the paragraph to "identical" shall mean that such items shall be replaced with an item

that is identical in all respects to the existing item (i.e., identical style, texture, size, color, type and

appearance).

C. RECONSTRUCTION

In the event that a residential structure or any part thereof is destroyed by casualty or natural disaster, the

owner must commence the reconstruction process within 30 days. The DRB will make every effort to

accommodate the owner in the application process in order to repair or rebuild in a timely manner.

D. ADMINISTRATIVE FEES

As a means of defraying its expense, the Association may charge a fee to the owner for the submission

of Design Review Applications. The fee can be found on the instruction page of the Design Review

Application. If the plans and specifications of a project require a professional opinion to review the

plans, the cost of this service will be a direct charge back to the owner.

E. APPEALS PROCESS (In the event that the DRB has disapproved any plans and specifications)

Upon disapproval of the Design Review Application, the owner may seek an appeal through the

Community Association Manager who will place the appeal on the agenda of the next scheduled meeting

of the Board of Directors. The Board shall make a final decision at the scheduled meeting in which the

appeal is listed on the agenda.

The decision of the DRB or the Board shall be final and binding.

III. SITE MODIFICATION STANDARDS

A. Fences, Walls, and Hedges

1. Fences, walls or hedges of any nature may not be erected, constructed or maintained upon

any Lot unless approved in writing in advance of construction.

2. For properties that back up to the golf course, the owner may install a 3 foot high solid

fence or 4 foot high open fence with the pre-approval of the DRB. Said fence shall have

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shrubbery planted on the outside of the fence facing the golf course (within the

homesite’s property lines) which is to be maintained by the property owner. The

shrubbery may not exceed the height of the fence.

3. For properties that back up to a conservation area, fencing may be six feet in height

beginning at the front line of the home with a minimum 10 foot setback, then step down

to four feet in height in the last eight foot section of the fence on either side, and continue

at four feet across the rear of the Lot. Fences may not be erected in golf course

easements, drainage easements or wetland conservation easements. If a variance is

granted by the DRB, the owner will sign an Easement Variance Agreement that will be

recorded with the county. The owner is responsible for legal and recording fees.

4. Fences may be six feet in height for the entire length only on properties that back up to

another house.

5. No fence may be constructed in a utility easement.

6. Irrigation systems must be re-configured, if necessary, to provide 100% coverage of

property.

7. Fence will be erected so that posts will face to the interior of the property.

8. All fences will be white poly-vinyl chloride (PVC).

9. Border hedges must be trimmed to maintain the same height requirements as fences

would have for the same placement on the property and in the community.

10. Acceptable types of fences are listed in Appendix A.

B. Vehicles

1. Motor vehicles must only be parked on the driveway or in a garage. They may not block

the sidewalks.

2. Motor vehicles may not park in the grass of a Lot, nor on the grass of a street right-of-

way. (Motor Vehicles parked on right-of-way are subject to being towed per Article XIII

Section 9 (d) of the DCC&R for Heritage Isles.)

3. No motor vehicles which are primarily used and marked for commercial purposes,

other than those temporarily on site for business, nor any trailers, may be parked on the

owner’s property unless inside a garage and concealed from public view.

4. Boats, boat trailers, campers, commercial trucks, commercial vans, and other recreational

vehicles must be parked inside of garages and concealed from public view.

5. Motorcycles, while parked on driveway, must be covered, and may not be parked on the

sidewalks, front porch or any grassy area on the home site.

6. No repair work on motor vehicles shall be performed in public view.

7. All vehicles must be currently registered and operable.

8. Vehicles may not be stored on blocks or jack stands.

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9. Vehicles may be covered with fitted car covers as long as they are custom fit for the

vehicle, are clean and in good condition with no holes, rips or tears and made from car

cover canvas. Plastic or blue tarpaulins, fitted or not, are not permitted.

C. Storage

1. No Lot shall be used for the storage of rubbish and/or equipment. No items may be

stored in the driveway, front porch or on the sides of homes within the community.

Patio furniture must be stored on the rear lanai at all times.

2. No sheds or gazebos of any kind will be allowed on any owner’s property.

3. Tarpaulins of any color or material are not allowed on the properties.

D. Clothes Hanging and Drying

1. All outdoor clothes hanging and drying activities should not be visible from any front

street, side street or golf course.

2. All clothes poles and racks must be capable of being lifted and removed by one (1)

person in one (1) minute’s time.

3. Clothes poles and racks must be stored out of sight when not in use for clothes drying

purposes.

4. This section is not applicable to any townhomes located within the Heritage Isles

community.

E. Antennas, Aerials, and Satellite Dishes

1. Installation of satellite dishes must be as unobtrusive as possible from the street or

neighboring units.

2. The visual impact of roof or ground-mounted satellite dish installation is to be

minimalized by landscape buffers.

3. Exposed wiring and junction boxes must be painted to match the existing color scheme

of the house.

4. Ground-mounted satellite dish installation must be in the rear of the owner’s property

only, surrounded by appropriate landscape buffers.

5. A picture or brochure of the actual dish to be installed must accompany each application.

6. A site plan of the home must be included in the application depicting the actual proposed

location of the dish.

7. A Landscaping Plan or other buffers must be included in the application.

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8. Antennae shall be installed in compliance with all state and local laws and regulations,

including zoning, land use and building regulations. Nothing in these guidelines shall be

construed to be in conflict with the FCC guidelines regarding Over-The-Air-Reception-

Devices (OTARD).

F. Mailboxes

1. Mailboxes shall be the exact same style as originally conveyed by the builder.

2. House numbers must be clearly displayed. Style shall be exactly the same as conveyed

by the builder.

3. Newspaper or other tubes will not be allowed.

4. A ring of ground cover or annual shrubs, not to exceed 18” inches, may be placed

around the base of the mailbox. No vines or shrubbery taller than 18” shall be planted

around the mailboxes.

5. Light bulbs must be white or clear, except during the winter holiday season (defined as

November 15th to January 15

th of the following year). Holiday decorations must be

removed within two weeks after the holiday.

6. All properties that were originally built/conveyed with lighted mailboxes must maintain

the lights so that the light bulbs are illuminated at least from dusk to dawn. The

mailboxes may not be converted to a non-lighted design. A non-lighted mailbox may not

be converted to a lighted design.

G. Pets

1. All pet owners should review Article VIII Section 7 of the DCC&R relating to animals.

2. Pets outside of the owners residence must be leashed and under the physical control of

the owner or family member of the owner.

3. No pets shall be permitted to place or have excretions on any portion of any land within

Heritage Isles, other than the Lot of the owner of the pet unless the owner/person in

control of the pet physically removes any such excretions and disposes of it/them in a

sanitary manner.

4. Owners who fail to properly pick up after their animal(s) may be required have their pets

and the pets’ DNA registered with the Association at the pet owners’ expense.

H. Lot and Dwelling Upkeep

1. General Exterior Maintenance.

Lots shall be maintained in good repair. Lots shall have the shrubs and trees regularly

cut, trimmed, and fertilized. Dead trees, plants and bushes must be removed and

replaced (seek a Design Review Application for the replacement). Dead or dying

branches and palm fronds must be removed. Landscape beds must have weeds removed.

Pedestrian sidewalks, driveways and walks to the home must be kept clean and free of

stains and discolorations. They must also be edged to keep growth off the paved areas.

(This includes all pedestrian sidewalks abutting the Lot). Homes shall be maintained free

of mold/mildew/dirt on the exterior surfaces. House numbers must be clearly displayed

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on the front of the home with numbers that contrast to the background of the surface to

which they are affixed.

2. Lawn Standard

The lawn (grass) areas that are sodded must be free of weeds or bare spots that are visible

from the sidewalk. Dead grass and weeds must be removed immediately. Dead grass

which is removed must be replaced by sod (grass) of the same variety. The lawn must be

mowed not less than once per week from May through September and not less than once

each 14 days from October through April. No grass or weed shall be permitted to grow

to height of 6 inches or more. The lawn shall be treated as needed for weed control,

diseases, and lawn pests. Irrigation must be provided year round and operated as needed,

but no more frequently than permitted by prevailing governmental regulations. When

replacing lawns, only the following three (3) Florida Friendly grass types are allowed: St.

Augustine, Bahiagrass, or Zoysiagrass. Lawn replacement must be done using sod. Lawn

areas needing repair or replacement of no more than sixteen (16) square feet may use sod

plugs. Larger areas must use solid sod. Seeding as a repair or replacement method is not

permitted.

3. Repainting Exterior Standard

Owners of Lots within the Heritage Isles shall repaint their dwellings when any of the

conditions listed below occur, or at least once every seven (7) years, whichever occurs

first:

a) Visible and noticeable variations in color on surfaces of a solid color due to fading,

paint failure, or any other reason affecting the uniformity of color on the painted

exterior surface.

b) Wood rot or dry rot visible at a distance of 10 feet or more on any exterior surface.

c) Paint peeling, flaking, or chipping that is visible at a distance of 10 feet or more

from the dwelling.

d) Any of the following conditions visible at a distance of 10 feet or more on any

exterior surface:

i. Cracks in the exterior surface.

ii. Step cracks in walls.

iii. Stucco cracked or missing.

iv. Stucco in a damaged state, or sagging away from substrate.

e) Chalky appearance of exterior painting finishes visible at a distance of 10 feet or

more on any exterior surface.

f) Chalky appearance of the exterior painting finishes which is confirmed by the

presence of a powdery residue that comes off when touched by hand or cloth.

4. Exterior Painting Requirements (Consult repainting of dwelling under Dwelling Upkeep

for Standard above).

a) Each Owner must submit to the DRB a color plan if not using one of the

preapproved color schemes, including samples of the actual colors to be utilized.

Re-painting house exteriors and trims in the identical color previously approved

by the DRB does not require a Design Review Application. However, it is

recommended for record keeping purposes and for the owners’ protection should

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questions arise going forward. (Owners repainting by matching their current faded

paint color will find that the faded color is not approved and will have to repaint).

b) The color plan must be submitted prior to construction or repainting.

c) Color pallets should be muted earth tones with coordinating trim colors. No

primary or bright colors will be approved. No more than three (3) different colors

will be allowed per home.

d) Color schemes chosen from the book of approved colors will be approved without

delay. Colors may NOT be mixed and matched from different color schemes.

5. Window Treatments and Window Maintenance.

a) No newspaper, posters, aluminum foil, reflective film, mirrored tint, For Sale/Rent

signs, political signs, bed sheets, towels, no material other than the usual and

customary window treatments, shall be placed over the windows of any dwelling.

b) Any window treatment placed on windows in the front of the dwelling should be

in harmony with the color scheme of the house and must be replaced if visibly

damaged or broken.

c) Window tint materials require the approval of the Design Review Board. A color

sample of the window tint proposed must be submitted to the DRB with the

Design Review Application.

d) Windows that have broken or missing glass must be repaired within 14 days.

e) Windows that have missing or partially missing ‘decorative muntin bars’

(decorative plastic grid sometimes known as Mullions) on the windows need to

repair the ‘decorative muntin bars’ to the original condition or remove them

completely from all windows to display a consistent appearance on the home. (See

Appendix E)

6. Signs in the community

a) No sign, billboard, or advertising of any kind shall be displayed without the prior

written approval of both the Design Review Board and the Board of Directors.

b) One (1) security alarm sign, not to exceed one (1) square foot may be placed on a

Lot.

c) For Sale or Rent: One (1) discreet professionally prepared sign not to exceed

twenty-four (24) inches in width and eighteen (18) inches in height, to be attached

to a 2 x 4 no higher than three (3) feet from the ground. Such sign shall contain no

wording other than “For Sale” or “For Rent”. The sign may also contain the name,

address, and telephone number of one (1) registered real estate broker or a

telephone number of an owner or his agent. In no event shall more than one (1)

sign ever be placed on any Lot. The sign shall be that of the approved style for

Heritage Isles. (See Appendix D for example of sign.)

d) Small advertising signs will be allowed for contractors, while they are working on

the property and for 7 days afterwards. One permit board will be permitted.

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e) No public display is permitted on any Lot concerning items or materials used in an

owner’s business, trade, or profession.

f) Political signs on road right-of-way, yards or in windows of homes are not

permitted.

7. Trees & Palms

a) Oak Trees are protected within the City of Tampa. All trees existing on the

properties should be preserved and maintained as best as possible.

b) Normal and customary trimming and pruning, which does not substantially alter

the shape, configuration, or health of any tree, will be allowed.

c) Trees, bushes/palms along the sidewalk must be trimmed to maintain an eight (8)

foot clearance above the sidewalk to the lowest branch or foliage, to enable

pedestrians’ safe clearance.

d) Replacement of an existing tree with the exact same size and species does not

require prior approval. If replacing with a different size or species, tree must be

native and non-invasive, and requires written approval from the DRB.

e) The street right-of-way trees must have the branches and foliage above the

pedestrian sidewalk trimmed to maintain a clearance of eight (8) feet. If the tree is

destroyed or dies it must be replaced by the owner with the same type of tree.

8. Wells

No wells will be allowed.

9. Swimming Pools

a) The plans for a swimming pool to be constructed upon any home site needs

approval by the DRB and shall be subject to review by the DRB when completed.

b) All pool equipment must have screening or shrubs placed around it so as to screen

it from public view. (See ‘Section 11 (b)’ for screening restrictions).

c) At completion of construction, all irrigation systems must be re-installed or

rerouted to insure 100% coverage of sodded and landscaped property.

d) Pool must be fenced or enclosed to comply with local laws and these guidelines.

Hot tubs/spas must be located on a screened lanai or behind a fence.

e) No above ground pools will be allowed.

10. Patios, Screen Doors, Vinyl Windows, and Screen Enclosures

a) Patios and Screen Enclosures must be located on the areas shown as “Patio” or

“Lanai” on the plans. If a patio extension is requested on the rear of the home,

plans must be submitted with the Design Review Application, including a plot

plan showing where the proposed extension will be placed. Patios or screen

enclosures may not exceed the height or width of the home and may not be closer

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than 10 feet from the rear property line. No alterations or improvements shall be

constructed in golf courses, wetland or drainage easements.

b) Irrigation systems must be modified to ensure 100% coverage of the property.

c) All screening and screened enclosures shall be constructed utilizing white or

bronze aluminum.

d) Screening shall be charcoal in color.

e) Decorative grills or bars are not permitted on screen doors with the exception of

those that do not face the golf course or another home.

f) Vinyl windows with white frames are allowed.

g) A kick plate matching the aluminum structure is permitted up to 24”.

h) Front doors, entrances and garages may not be screened. Retractable screen doors

are permitted provided they receive prior approval from the DRB, framing/casing

is painted to match the exterior of the home, and screening must be retracted when

the door is closed.

11. Garden Hoses & Watering Equipment, A/C Units, Garbage Cans, all exterior Tanks, and

Pool Equipment

a) Garden hoses & lawn watering equipment must be stored neatly on the sides or

rear of the house when not in use.

b) Air Conditioners, above ground tanks, all pool equipment and water softener

equipment must be screened with landscaping or other method acceptable to the

DRB, (when using landscaping as a screening method, it must provide 75%

opacity when planted and provide at least 95% opacity within one year) so they

may not be viewed from the streets. (Examples of acceptable screening are shown

in APPENDEX C.)

c) Garbage cans may be placed at the front of the home after 6:00pm on the evening

before the scheduled day of collection and must be removed from the front of the

home by 10:00pm on the scheduled day of collection.

d) At all other times, garbage containers must be stored within an enclosed garage or

screened completely from view and not visible from the street, golf course, or

adjoining properties.

e) Garbage containers must have securely closed lids and may not be placed on the

street or sidewalk.

f) Garbage containers must be kept in a clean and sanitary condition to prevent

noxious and offensive odors.

12. Lawn Furnishings and Ornaments

Unless located in the rear of a fenced yard, birdbaths, lawn sculpture, artificial plants,

birdhouses, rock gardens, or similar types of accessories and lawn furnishings are not

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permitted on any Lot without prior approval of the DRB. With the proper application,

statues and birdbaths may be permitted. A maximum number of lawn ornaments may be

allowed per Lot, one in the front and one in the rear. If the rear yard is fenced, this

restriction will not apply. Statues may not be greater than 2 feet in height, must be in

landscape beds and must blend in color with the home. With birdbath and fountain

requests, height and dimensions must be submitted with the Design Review Application

and preferably with a picture of the desired birdbath or fountain.

13. Landscaping / Patios

a) Basic landscaping plans for each home or the modifications to any existing

landscaping plan must be submitted to and approved by the DRB.

b) The landscaping plan must detail the location of beds and planting materials.

c) No invasive or non-native (e.g. melaleuca, brazilian pepper) plants are permitted.

d) Landscaping replacement in the existing beds on the home site shall not require

approval of the DRB. However, should additional landscape beds or tree plantings

be desired, prior approval of the DRB is required.

e) Decorative borders around landscaping beds require the prior approval of the

DRB. However, if the limits of the existing landscaping are not going to be

changed, a border selected from the pre-approved list does not require approval.

(The pre-approved list of decorative borders is listed in Appendix B.)

f) Flowers, grasses, and shrubbery within the limits of existing landscaping may be

replaced on a regular basis without approval of the DRB, excluding trees. All

landscape beds and tree rings shall have fresh mulch applied (color of mulch is up

to the owner) at least once per year and replenished when bare spots are visible. If

rocks are used as ground cover in landscape beds, they must be maintained in a

clean appearance that is free of weeds and augmented if bare ground can be seen.

14. Barbeques/Smokers

a) Barbeque grills and smokers may be located or permitted upon the back patio or

yard of a home.

b) If not screened from view of the neighboring property by a fence, they must

remain covered when not in use.

15. Garage

a) No garages shall be enclosed or converted into a living area (heated and/or air

conditioned) and must at all times be used as a garage for car storage purposes.

b) No screening is allowed temporarily or permanently on garage door openings.

(See item 10 above.)

c) Garage doors may only be left open when residents are working on their property.

d) Garage doors shall be maintained in good repair and good working order.

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16. Sports/Play Equipment and Accessory Structures

a) All exterior recreation and play equipment such as swing sets, jungle gyms and

soccer goals must be located within the rear yard of the property and must be

screened from public view.

b) Basketball Hoops

1) No permanent basketball hoops will be allowed on or about any Lot or

common area. (Except where provided as an amenity in designated

recreational areas)

2) Portable* basketball hoops must be stored in the garage or in a fenced yard so

as not to be seen from the street, another property, or the golf course when not

in use**. Portable basketball hoops in a street or common area are subject to

being removed by the Association without notice.

Portable* is defined as being capable of being moved on wheels or carried

from one location to another. “In use”** is defined as currently being actively

used by adults or children and the users are actually using the equipment,

apparatus, toys or hoops.

c) All play equipment must be maintained on a regular basis by the owner to preserve

standards.

d) All portable recreation equipment and toys must be removed from public view

when not in use**. (see above)

e) Play structures must not exceed 12 feet total in height.

f) Play structures must be crafted in wood or recycled plastic. Aluminum or metal

tubing is prohibited. Structures must be entirely “earth toned” – tan, olive or

brown.

g) Play/yard structures must have DRB approval. Applications must include a site

plan clearly showing its intended placement. The structure’s visual impact to

neighboring units and/or the street, and must be buffered as much as possible,

preferably with landscaping. A landscaping/buffering plan must be included with

the Design Review Application.

h) Shade or shelter tents may be placed in the rear yard, but must be removed within

48 hours.

17. Gutters and Downspouts

a) All gutters must match the exterior house color, trim color and/or window metal

color.

b) Gutter downspouts must not concentrate water flow onto neighboring properties.

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18. Solar Collectors

a) Solar Collectors must not be installed so as to be visible from the street if

reasonably possible. Exposed pipes, wiring, and junction boxes must be painted to

match the existing color scheme of the house.

b) Florida Statute 163.04 allows the Community Association to have a say in “…the

specific location where solar collectors may be installed on the roof within an

orientation to the south or within 45 degrees east or west of due south provided

that such determination does not impair the effective operation of the solar

collectors.” Consequently a Design Review Application must be submitted and

the DRB will work with the owner to ensure the best location which will not

“impair the effective operation of the solar collectors”.

19. Additions to Home

a) Rainwater from a new addition roof or new grade of home terrain must not run

onto neighboring property creating a nuisance.

b) The location of all windows in a new addition must not adversely affect the

privacy of adjoining neighbors.

c) The architecture of the addition must match the existing home.

d) The application must include the following: plan view, elevation view, irrigation

plan, electrical plan, mechanical plan, structural plan, engineer’s certification,

county approval, and permit.

20. Awning and Shutters

a) Awning and shutters (except for hurricane) will not be approved.

b) Hurricane shutters may be allowed, under the following conditions:

1) Housing of shutter and tracking is painted the same color as the house.

2) Shutter may not be closed at any time other than during a tropical storm or

hurricane watch or warning.

3) Shutter type must receive approval from the DRB.

21. Driveway Construction

a) Driveway and sidewalk changes or extensions require DRB approval and must

conform to what is the customary look and materials existing within the

community.

b) Gravel driveways are not permitted.

c) Driveways may not be painted, altered or changed in any way prior to receiving

approval from the DRB.

22. Decorative Lighting

a) Decorative holiday and festival lighting does not require approval during the

winter holiday season (defined as November 15th to January 15

th of the following

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year). Other holiday lighting may be installed ten days prior to the holiday and

removed within ten days after the holiday.

b) Festive lighting during other times of the year requires approval from the DRB.

c) Lighting display must not create a nuisance to neighbors or cause excessive traffic.

23. Flags and Flagpoles

a) One flagpole per property will be allowed upon approval by the DRB. Applications

must include the following: height of the pole, size and type of the flag to be flown.

Flags cannot exceed 54” X 72” in size.

b) Proper flag etiquette must be observed at all times when flying the national or state

flags.

c) One flag assembly of the U.S. Flag may be installed on the front of a home without

approval of the DRB, to a maximum flag size of 36” x 60” (3’ x 5’).

24. Florida Friendly Landscaping and Landscaping Water Conservation Systems

a) Owners who wish to change their landscaping to a “Florida Friendly” or Xeriscape

will need to submit a Design Review Application showing:

1) Detailed design drawing showing landscaping beds, bushes, trees and ground

cover.

2) Identify types and placement of products to be installed.

3) Elevations of the expected look of the property after conversion.

b) Water containment devices or water/rain barrels.

1) Water containment devices (Rain Barrels) are allowed with DRB approval.

2) Containers or barrels must be of a neutral color that blends with the home to

be as un-noticeable as possible. The containers must not be visible from the

street and must be screened with plants/bushes as to achieve a 95% opacity

within one year of installation from the adjoining properties and from the Golf

Course (if applicable).

25. Roofs and Roof Replacement

a) All new and replacement roofs must be approved by the DRB before any product is

installed.

b) Colors should match as closely as possible to the existing roof product, but since no

two products can be reproduced with any real degree of consistency as to color, the

DRB will need to approve the color to be used. Representative sample must be

submitted with the application.

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APPENDIX A: ACCEPTABLE TYPES OF FENCES Below are examples – all fences must be approved and the DRB will consider all fences based on their merit.

4 foot open style PVC fence 6 foot Lattice Top PVC fence

6’ White PVC Fence 3’ Solid PVC Fence

3 Rail Ranch Style PVC fence 2 Rail Ranch Style PVC fence

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APPENDIX B: ACCEPTABLE TYPES OF LANDSCAPE BORDER

CAST-IN-PLACE CURB TYPE (Decorative)

(Curbing and color must be approved) Tree Ring using Faux Stone Edging

RETAINING WALL TYPE

Wall Block Wall Brick

FAUX STONE EDGING TYPE

Landscaping Timbers and Railroad Ties are NOT permitted in the front lawns.

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APPENDIX C

Equipment screening examples

APPENDIX D

Examples of allowed FOR SALE and FOR RENT signs (meeting regulations of community)

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APPPENDIX E

Examples of missing or mismatched window grids that are unacceptable and needing to be repaired,

replaced or removed.

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