AUGUST 17, 2017 REVISED

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1 AUGUST 17, 2017 REVISED THE AESTHETIC GUIDELINES AND APPRAISAL OF OTHER ELEMENTS TO BE INCORPORATED IN THE DESIGN OF HOMES REVIEWED BY THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE OF THE TERRA MARIAE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION OBJECTIVE OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE The objective of the Architectural Committee is to review, coordinate, and aid in the implementation of design in home construction to be erected in the Terra Mariae subdivision. Specifically, the duty of the Committee is to attempt the retention of a style that reflects the French Chateau design, along with certain other classical features. There are elements in this design motif that must be adhered to, and without which, the ambiance of refinement and reflection of style will become lost. Essentially, the Committee is looking for qualities in exterior design that gives a unification of appearance to the community, but at the same time exhibit a creative and diversified appearance that satisfies those living in the community. DUTIES OF THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE All proposed design and construction to be undertaken in the Terra Mariae Community must be presented to the Architectural Committee for prior approval. There shall be no less than three (3) members from the community on the Committee, who shall meet a minimum of once a month. The Committee, with the proper quorum, will review all submissions and respond as soon as possible to the design/builder who has made the submission. In no case will the Committee engage in dispute, or negotiations, with any third party, such as the proposed owner, subcontractor, sales representative, etc. The Architectural Committee shall not be held legally responsible for owner/contractor obligations, nor shall the Committee be responsible for any design plans/specifications/or data submitted that might be abused by a third party. The Contractor/Builder/Designer shall be responsible for any and all construction within the subdivision, and shall hold harmless the Architectural Committee and any member on the Board of the Terra Mariae Homeowners Association. The Architectural Committee shall adapt, and modify as necessary over time, the Design Guidelines to be followed by the Builder, as promulgated in the Covenants of the Terra Mariae Community, and approved by the membership. THE ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE UNDER THE COVENANTS In accordance with Article VII, A. Architectural Review Committee 1. Function. The Architectural Review Committee may be established by the Board. Prior to the establishment of the Architectural Review Committee, the Board shall have the rights and duties of the Architectural Review Committee. 2. Powers and Duties. The Architectural Review Committee shall regulate the external design, appearance, use and maintenance of the Property and Units and other Improvements thereon, including location of such Improvements, in such a manner so as to preserve and enhance values and to maintain a harmonious relationship among Improvements and the land. 1

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3 3. The FRONT ELEVATION of the proposed design, as shown, is to be executed as per the following: a. Draw using a straight-edge and triangle so that the drawing is not a mere schematic and difficult to decipher. b. The drawing is to be at a scale of ¼ equal to the foot, minimum. c. The circled numbers will suffice for description of materials and elements in the design as per the GUIDELINES. 4. Color presentations for paints and material shall be made separately, be in the form of chip samples, or reproduced Xeroxed copies, and accurately portray the colors intended. 5. The PRELIMINARY PRESENTATION shall be made in duplicate. The Committee will retain one copy and return the other. B. THE FINAL DESIGN PRESENTATION 1. The Designer/Builder prior to applying for a building permit, shall present to the Architectural Committee, a FINAL DESIGN PRESENTATION in the form of completed plans. This FINAL presentation should duplicate in appearance the PRELIMINARY SUBMISSION that was already approved by the Committee. IF CHANGES AE MADE ON THE FINAL SUBMISSION THAT WERE NOT SHOWN ON THE PRELIMINARY PRESENTATION, AND CONTRARY TO THE GUIDELINES, THE SUBMISSION WILL BE DISAPPROVED. The whole objective of the Preliminary Presentation is to eliminate disapproval by the Committee at the critical juncture of obtaining the building permit, and the start of construction in the field. 2. One completed set of plans is to be submitted to the Architectural Review Committee for approval and retained for the records. CHANGES TO EXISTING STRUCTURES (ARTICLE XII AS AFOREMENTIONED) Any owner residing, or owning, residential property in the Terra Mariae Subdivision, who contemplates adding, demolishing, or remodeling his property, must first present such changes to the Architectural Committee in written and descriptive form. The Committee will review and act upon such submission as they would for new construction. 3

4 DESIGN GUIDELINES IT IS THE INTENTION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL COMMITTEE TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DESIGN GUIDELINES TO EACH PARTY PRESENTING DESIGN DOCUMENTS FOR APPROVAL. GUIDELINE ITEMS ARE TO RE REFERRED TO BY NUMBER ON PRELIMINARY PRESENTATIONS SUBMITTED BY THE DESIGNER INDICATING THAT HE HAS COMPLIED WITH THE GUIDELINES. THE COMMITTEE WILL ALSO REFER BY NUMBER TO THE GUIDELINES TO INDICATE TO THE DESIGNER THE NONCOMPLIANCE DEFINED UNDER THAT NUMBER IN THE GUIDELINES. ITEM #1. DORMERS The inclusion, where possible, of a roof dormer(s) on front elevation, is considered an important element in the preservation of the French style. These features are found to be prevalent throughout urban and rural France, and such local areas as the French Quarter. The dormer should be considered an important option when contrasted with the overall roof area appearance of the front elevation, which might become an overwhelming surface of spiritless roof shingles if the dormer is not utilized. The Committee will have examined the complexity of the frontal roof design in order to determine the aesthetic need for incorporating the dormer. ITEM #2. COOPER ROOF VENTS When a dormer is not totally practical, a sizeable cooper roof vent shall be installed to break the monotony of exposed frontal roofing. This substitution should be made considering the complexity and size of the front roof elevation. The intention is to present a frontal façade that gives the impression of some visual interest in complexity. ITEM #3. ROOFING MATERIAL All roofing shall conform the Owens Corning Oakridge Pro, laminated dimensional fiberglass Driftwood colored roof shingles presently existing throughout the subdivision. ITEM #4. RIDGE TILES All concrete ridge and hip tiles using gray mortar shall conform to the type and color presently existing throughout the subdivision. ITEM #5. ROOF RIDGES AND SLOPES A roof ridge over thirty feet high is not acceptable. Roof slopes of less than twelve inches in one foot are encouraged. ITEM #6. EXTERIOR WALLS A. Face Brick All exterior brick walls and building face brick exterior construction shall be Arlington 4

5 Antique Queen size using gray mortar that presently exists throughout the subdivision. It is expected that with time, the texture and color of the brick will vary, but is the intention of the community that a more or less uniform appearance be maintained. B. Stucco All front elevations shall have a combination of both face brick and stucco. The preponderance of the front need not be stucco, but only a portion of wall visible that invites a combination of interest and contrast. Most dormers in rural France are stucccoed with attractive shutters. An attempt should be made to capture this atmosphere along with the first-floor facade. C. Other Materials. There should be no more than three types of material composing the vertical exterior of a residence: FACE BRICK, STUCCO, AND HARDIPLANK. A fourth material acceptable for fascias and soffits is VINYL ITEM #7. SOFFITS AND OVERHANGS There shall be a minimum of twelve-inch (12 ) overhangs, with continuous vinyl fascias and soffits perforated as needed for ventilation. ITEM #8. FENCING AND GATES All fencing and gates shall be of iron or aluminum, painted black, and are to match existing in height and configuration. All front gates and fencing shall be minimum of six feet (6 ) high, and incorporate sufficient filigree scroll work necessary to offset a jailed appearance. All other fencing may be four feet (4 ) high of matching material. The aesthetic presence of gates and fencing comprise a large part of the French setting, despite their minimal appearance. ITEM #9. EXTERIOR GAS LAMPS All exterior gas lights shall be of the same size, design, color, and be mounted on the front elevation so as to be visually prominent. As with fences and gates, this fixture conveys and comprises a large portion of the theatrical atmosphere that we wish to convey as part of the French house motif. As a single item of artistic value, we request that skimpy attitude not be given to this important aesthetic element. ITEM#10. PAINT COLOR SELECTION FOR STUCCO, TRIM, SHUTTERS, HARDIPLANK COLUMNS, AND GARAGE DOORS. All paint color selection approvals shall be made from submitted chip samples or clear Xeroxed reproductions. The Architectural Committee will not attempt, and is not constituted, to traverse the area attempting to identify selections made from scattered housing locations and submitted catalog numbers. Colors of light hues in intensity and saturation are recommended rather than the darker, heavier tones. An improper paint color, incompatible with the home and neighborhood, can greatly diminish the best designed home. 5

6 ITEM #11. All utility supply connections to the house must be located within the first ten (10 ) feet from the front wall of the house. ITEM #12. No dryer vent, house faucet, or electrical outlet shall be exposed on the zero-lot line side of the house if it falls within the neighbor s courtyard. ITEM #13. A brick wall with metal gate must be installed on the ten-foot (10 ) set-back side of the home. This wall must end within two (2 ) inches of the neighbor s wall or slab, whichever has been determined. If the neighbor s slab has not been poured, then it is the neighbor s responsibility for installing that portion of the brick wall that falls within his property. ITEM #14. No window in the house on the zero-lot line side of that house, face toward the adjacent neighbor s house, unless that window has frosted glass, or is located with an enclosed private courtyard with a seven (7 ) foot high wall. Under no conditions shall a window on a zero-lot line side of a house, face or open into a neighbor s courtyard. ITEM #15. If adjacent property is green space, it is permissible for windows to face it. ITEM #16. No portion of a home s roof can extend over the property line of another. A gutter must be installed on the zero-lot line side of the house to prevent excess water from draining onto the adjacent property on new construction homes. ITEM #17. Each house must have a front yard sprinkler system. ITEM #18. No house shall have a wood burning fire place. ITEM #19. The driveway can be set within twelve inches (12 ) of the zero-lot line side. ITEM #20. A minimum 19 x 20 enclosed garage is required with a minimum of one 16 x 7 operating door or two 8 x 7 garage doors. The garage cannot be used as a living area. ITEM #21. All homes must have gardens and landscaping installed in the front of the house prior to the house being occupied. ITEM #22. A mail box matching those existing in the neighborhood must be installed before the house is occupied. ITEM #23. All yard areas within the lot that do not have gardens must be sod installed. ITEM #24. No auxiliary generator is to be installed in the front yard of the property. ITEM #25. Comments specifically addressed to the attached submission. 6