Discovery Heights Owners Association

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1 Discovery Heights Owners Association Design Review Application Instructions All modifications to the exterior of your home, outbuildings or grounds require written approval from the DHOA Architectural Design Review Committee. Failure to obtain approval prior to beginning a project may or failure to complete a project according to the approved plan may result in a fine, order to return the property to its former condition or make modifications. Application and project process: 1. Complete the Design Review Application. 2. Complete the detailed application form specific to the type of project. These forms contain instructions, additional details and requirements. For complex projects or those without a specific form, a letter with supporting documents may be submitted. All applications should contain as much detail as possible in order to speed review and approval. The appropriate level of detail required in the application is similar to that which a homeowner would provide to a contractor to complete the job. 3. Specific application forms available: a. Painting b. Fencing c. Satellite Dish or Exterior Antenna d. Landscape or Rock Gardens e. Shed or Outbuilding f. Retaining Wall, Planters or Statuary 4. Submit all documents, review fee and attachments required in the application instructions to the Association Manger in person or by mail. 5. A design review fee of $50 is required for all exterior projects. 6. The homeowner may apply for an expedited review to receive a decision within seven (7) days. An expedited review fee of $50 must accompany the application. Complex projects or those requiring the homeowner provide additional details to complete the application may take longer than 7 days to consider. 7. The Association Manager will review the application for completeness but will not submit the application for consideration by the DHOA Design Review Committee until the application contains all needed information. 1 of 2 revised

2 8. The DHOA Design Review Committee will review the application and render a decision within 45 days. In most cases with a detailed application, approval is provided in 1-2 weeks. 9. Application approvals will specify any additional conditions that must be followed. 10. Once an application has been approved, the homeowner must not vary from the approved plan. If a change is needed or desired, the homeowner must notify the Association Manger and file an amended application for consideration prior to initiating any changes. Projects not completed to plan may be ordered removed or modified. 11. Upon completion of the project, the homeowner must notify the Association Manager that the project is complete and arrange for a final inspection. Avoid approval delays, fees and fines by submitting a detailed plan, completing the project as approved and keeping the Association Manager apprised of the project status. What is covered in the design review fee: Administrative cost of processing the application and tracking your project One (1) inspection by the association manager upon completion of the project. Follow-up paperwork and closeout of the project by the Association Manager What to expect from an on-site inspection: The Association Manager will schedule an appointment with the homeowner to inspect the project for compliance with the approved plan. The Association Manager will note any deficiencies from the approved plan and provide the homeowner a list of items to correct. The homeowner must notify the Association manager when the deficiencies are corrected. If another on-site inspection is required, an additional inspection fee may apply. 2 of 2 revised

3 Discovery Heights Owners Association Design Review Application Owner Name Property Address Mailing Address Phone Numbers Home: Cell: Work: Address Best Way to reach you: of Request Anticipated Start Note: Allow 3 weeks for project approval (longer for complex projects). Anticipated Completion Expedited Review? Yes Attach expedited review fee of $50.00 for a decision within 7 days after application is accepted as complete Brief Project Description Attach Specific project application form, supporting documents and $50 design review fee Association Manager Input Total Fees $ Payment type / Check # / Project Application accepted as complete By: : I understand that the project should not be started until approval is received. I agree to complete the project according to the approved plans including any conditions placed thereon. I understand that failure to complete the project as approved may result in costs, fees and other enforcement action. Owner Signature Printed Name Mail or hand deliver to: Discovery Heights Owners Association. c/o Property Management Services, Inc. 601 W 41st Avenue, Suite 201 Anchorage, AK pmsi@gci.net Office: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Approved ** Signature: ** See approval conditions on page 2 ****Disappr Disapproved Printed Name: : 1 of 2 revised

4 Design Review Application Approval Conditions: Post-job inspection: Owner Name Property Address 1 st On-Site Review Inspected: Deficiencies Noted: Project complete and to specifications Yes No Note: An additional $50 Inspection Fee will be charged to the unit owner for a follow-up inspection. 2nd On-Site Review Inspected: Deficiencies Noted: Project complete and to specifications Yes No Note: An additional $50 Inspection Fee will be charged to the unit owner for a follow-up inspection. Final Project Complete Signature Printed Name Notes: 2 of 2 revised

5 Shed or Outbuilding Application (Includes doghouse, dog run, shed, greenhouse, wood-piles, play equipment) Owner Name Property Address Attach Design Review Application, this application, as-built survey, $50.00 application fee and other documents as described below. Type of structure to be installed: Location description: Dimensions of the proposed structure (length-width-height): Height of the proposed structure (roof peak to ground): Height of the proposed structure (edge of eve to ground): Distance from the proposed structure overhang edge to the side property line, rear property line and any other structure on the property: Do you currently have a fence around the perimeter of your rear yard? Proposed siding brand, style and color: Proposed roof shingle brand, style and color: Siding body paint brand and color: Trim paint brand and color: Note: Structural siding, trim and roof must match the type and color of the house. 1. Attach a detailed drawing or a picture of similar structure. Indicate all areas to be painted with trim paint. 2. Attach a copy of your as-built survey with proposed location of shed, location of existing outbuilding structures and distances from proposed shed to fences, house, property lines, etc. Owner Signature Printed Name 1 of 3 revised

6 Shed or Outbuilding Application Shed or Outbuilding Installation Guidelines 1. No shed or outbuilding other than the primary residence shall have a footprint larger than ten (10) feet by twelve (12 feet) or (120 square feet). 2. The shed or outbuilding can only be one story and shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height for barn-style and ten (10) feet in height for gabled roof style. 3. The exterior siding style, body and trim color, and roof of the shed or outbuilding must match the house. 4. No separate shed or outbuilding shall be erected closer than ten (10) feet to any house or garage on the lot or an abutting lot or tract (AMC 21, (B)). 5. Sheds, doghouses and dog runs not attached to a foundation may be erected in a required side or rear yard. Sheds, doghouses and dog runs attached to a foundation can only be erected in the rear yard (AMC (A)). 6. Some phases require that a six (6) foot screening fence be installed to provide privacy screening prior to installing a shed or outbuilding. 7. All property setbacks must meet (AMC (G)). The shed or outbuilding overhang (roof eaves) may not encroach into the area defined as a setback. The setbacks for each subdivision are listed below 2 of 3 revised

7 Name of Phase Front Side Street Side Rear Southport Subdivision 25 Feet 20 Feet 15 Feet 30 Feet Addition #1 Discovery Heights 20 Feet 20 feet 10 Feet 15 Feet Discovery Heights I 25 Feet 20 Feet 15 Feet 30 Feet Discovery Heights II 25 Feet 20 Feet 10 Feet 25 Feet Discovery Heights III 25 Feet 20 Feet 10 Feet 20 Feet Heights V 25 Feet 15 Feet 10 Feet 20 Feet 8. No shed or outbuilding (which includes doghouse, dog run, shed, greenhouse, wood-piles, play equipment, etc.) or any other structure similarly incompatible with the landscaping schemes shall be allowed in the landscaping/buffer or utility easements. If a shed or outbuilding is to be located on a utility easement, you must provide a copy of a letter of non-objection from the affected utilities: ACS, GCI, Chugach Electric and Enstar as applicable. 9. A shed or outbuilding must be completed within Sixty (60) days from approval. 10. All completed sheds or outbuildings must closely match all drawings, elevations or artist conceptions submitted to and approved by the Design Review Committee. Failure to do so may require costly corrections. 11. Consult the Declarations for additional rules and restrictions. 3 of 3 revised