BUILDING YOUR HOME IN JEFFERSON MEADOWS

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1 BUILDING YOUR HOME IN JEFFERSON MEADOWS Step 1. Select a lot in Jefferson Meadows and carefully review this Design Guide to determine if the lot will provide a site for the home that you want to build. Every plan for a new home or improvement to an existing home in Jefferson must be reviewed and approved by the Jefferson Meadows Environmental Committee (JEC) before construction begins. The JEC consists of at least three persons who will: review, evaluate, approve or decline proposed plans; establish, maintain and preserve specific architectural guidelines and standards to carry out the intent of the building guidance and restrictions known as the "Design Guide"; and enforce the provisions of the Design Guide on behalf of the Jefferson Property Owners Association. The Board of Trustees of the Jefferson Meadows Home Owners Association selects JEC members. This Design Guide and the Declaration of Covenants, Easements, Restrictions and Assessments for Jefferson Meadows are used as the basis for approval or denial of each new home, Iandscaping or improvement plan. It is highly recommended that you meet with a JEC member prior to finalizing your home plans. Step 2. Purchase Lot Step 3. Submit house plans and application to: Jefferson Meadows Property Owners Association Environmental Committee (JEC), the JEC representative and contact information is referenced on the Jefferson Meadows web site at jeffersonmeadows.com. The process by which plans for site development, building and landscaping are approved is as follows: Three complete Home Plans, Site Plans and New Home Review Application forms are provided to the Environmental Committee who forwards them to the architectural firm and the JEC for review, comments and/or approval. The plans, with any changes that are required or an approval note, are returned to the submitter. The JEC is the final review authority for all new plans and changes to properties in Jefferson Meadows. No further action is allowed until plans are approved. You may also deliver your plans directly to a member of the Jefferson Environment Committee. The JEC representative and contact information is referenced on the Jefferson Meadows web site at jeffersonmeadows.com. Step 4. Obtain zoning certificate from Jefferson Township Zoning Office located at 6545 Havens Road, Blacklick, OH Their phone number is (614) You will need three (3) sets of the approved plans with all of the setbacks, lot dimensions, and building height. The cost for this certificate is determined by the Zoning Office at the time request for zoning certificate is made. Step 5. Apply for building permit from the Franklin County Building Department, 410 S. High Street, 5 th Floor, Columbus, OH The cost for this permit will be determined at the time request is made. Step 6. Landscape Plans must be submitted no later than 45 days prior to installation. Absolutely no landscape construction may begin without the advance approval by the JEC. Completion of landscaping construction must be within 120 days of occupancy. Please note that properties that are not completed in strict accordance with the approved plans or previously agreed to time frames will be subject to liens, substantial daily fines and forfeiture of escrow money. The review process can take up to 30 days - please plan ahead! Last amended

2 Table of Contents THE JEFFERSON CONCEPT 4 Why a Design Guide? 4 Your Home... 4 Construction and Builder Regulation... 4 Your Home Site: 5 Home Planning... 5 Site Qualities/Topography... 5 Grading... 5 Drainage... 6 Setbacks and Side Yards... 6 Coordinate with your Neighbors... 6 Garage Placement & Driveway... 6 Your Home 7 Building Styles... 7 The "Four Sides" of Your Home... 7 Building Height... 7 Materials... 8 Colors and Material Samples The Roof... 9 Trim... 9 Windows/Shutters... 9 Awnings Glass Walls Entrance and Doors Chimneys-Fireplaces Patios, Terraces and Decks Detached Gazebos, Swimming Pools and Tennis Courts Trampolines Basketball backboards Playhouse and Play-set equipment Trash Cans Last amended

3 Fences and Screening Landscaping Landscape Modification Outdoor Lighting Utilities and Services Signage Mailboxes Construction and Builder Regulation 15 Conservation of the existing landscape Curb Cuts Debris and Trash Restoration or Repair of Property Damage Signs Foundation Survey/Grades and Drainage Builders not in compliance ADDENDUM 1 MAILBOX DESIGN 17 ADDENDUM 2- PAVER DESIGN 20 JEFFERSON MEADOWS NEW HOME DESIGN APPLICATION 21 JEFFERSON MEADOWS LANDSCAPE REVIEW 30 Last amended

4 THE JEFFERSON CONCEPT Jefferson Country Club is a housing community built around and through a magnificent, championship caliber, private eighteen-hole golf course. Approximately 260 homes comprise the community that is located in Jefferson Township, Franklin County, Ohio. In this land of rolling hills, meadows and trees, the developers of Jefferson have built a neighborhood community that provides an attractive environment not only for living, but for recreation and social activities as well. Jefferson is dedicated to preserving the natural beauty of the land through good design practices, attentive management, and controlled growth. This will ensure the long-term protection of each homeowner's investment, and maintain the quality of the environment throughout the development. Why a Design Guide? The Jefferson Design Guide has been prepared to help buyers, builders, architects and residents of Jefferson Meadows understand the design process and to assure that new building and improvements to existing property meet the long-term quality requirements of the community. The intent is not to dictate the design of each home, but rather to coordinate the individual efforts of all Jefferson residents to achieve a unique neighborhood setting where homes blend with and enhance the natural environment and are in harmony with each other. The natural environment must be maintained throughout the community. The privacy that is so important to homeowner's will result from a unified effort of all those involved with building in one of Central Ohio's finest communities. The Design Guide has three basic sections: Your Home Site - Things to look for and consider before you decide upon the way to use your lot. Your Home - Things to consider when deciding upon the type and style of house to build - provides specific recommendations and requirements for building materials, building details, colors, landscaping and site development. As specified in the Declaration of Covenants for Jefferson Meadows, any new homes constructed in Jefferson Meadows must be a minimum of 2500 sq. ft. if one story and 2800 sq. ft. if more than one story. Additionally, a minimum of 1800 sq. ft. must be on main floor for 1 1/2 story and 1400 sq. ft. minimum on main floor for two stories. Square footage does not include garages, attics, basements, garage spaces, porches, decks and any unheated areas. Construction and Builder Regulation - Controls and rules for builders during the construction process. Additionally, the Design Guide has four Addendums that provide; mailbox design, paver requirements, JEFFERSON MEADOWS NEW HOME DESIGN APPLICATION and a check list for Landscape review. Understanding and following the recommendations in this Design Guide will allow you to make timely and appropriate decisions regarding your new home and to become an integral part of this unique community. Last amended

5 Future modifications to either the construction or landscaping require approval by the JEC. All forms are provided on the Jefferson Meadows web site at jeffersonmeadows.com. Your Home Site: Each lot in Jefferson has it's own specific and unique qualities and characteristics. It is important to think carefully about your lot to determine it's special assets and to decide how to best take advantage of those features as you plan and build your new home. Consideration must be given both to what kind of home works best on this property and how the home will fit into the Jefferson Meadows community. The following are some of the things that need to be considered in selecting and building your new home. Home Planning A good home design must transform the owners "dream image" of their home into a practical plan that meets the requirements of the site and budget, as well as the future personal needs of its occupants - while being aesthetically pleasing to both the owners and the community. Houses are unique in that they exist in both public and private domains. They must be able to fit into the neighborhood. Successful planning will require that you consider both the outdoor and indoor spaces. A holistic approach is necessary. Consider the relationship of the main functions of a home, public access, general living, work, recreation and private living. Home building is a combination of aesthetics, social patterns and physics. Let the qualities of the building site enrich your home. Site Qualities/Topography Jefferson has many unique and beautiful building sites. The land varies from level to very steep. It is important to consider design elements like mounding, retaining walls, and the stepping of slopes during site development. Identify the natural qualities of your site and determine how they can and should be used. The removal of existing trees larger than 3 caliber must require the prior approval of the JEC. Use the views and recognize the slopes and drainage patterns of the property. It is best to place the home on the site in a way that disturbs a minimum of existing grades and contours. During construction, protect trees and natural areas by installing a temporary fence or barrier. Leave ravine areas natural and undisturbed. DO NOT fill ravines with dirt or debris. Remove no trees or natural features before final approval of plans and specifications and only then with approval by walk through with a JEC member. Grading When trees and other natural elements are preserved, they will determine the level of grading in their immediate area. Retaining walls, terraced banks and planted slopes should be considered as part of a grading plan. Mounds or other barriers that are considered near an established tree should be built outside of the drip line of the tree in order to have the best chance of preserving the tree. Graded portions of lots outside the building area shall be kept near the existing grade or shaped not to exceed a 4/1 slope. Last amended

6 Drainage Drainage is often a major problem for the new homeowner. It is often not considered or completely resolved before the first big rain or spring thaw forces action. The acts of excavating, filling or destroying natural vegetative cover, and/or building impervious roofs or paved surfaces increase the amount of surface run-off and change its direction and concentration. Storm water from buildings and pavements on each site must be directed by pipe or swale to the street, nearest storm sewer or natural waterway. Storm water originating from the natural watersheds of an adjoining property must be accommodated and transferred through your site to an existing outlet. Storm water and sedimentation must be controlled both during and after construction. Setbacks and Side Yards Building setbacks are within the minimum requirements set by Jefferson Zoning. It is intended that homes have varied setbacks and not be lined up along the street as they often are in other subdivisions. Good use of trees and topography encourage variation in home placement on the lot. Other non-buildable areas are set aside when steep slopes and woods indicate. Coordinate with your Neighbors Carefully locating and coordinating the private spaces of your home will create privacy for you and your neighbors. When possible, utilize common spaces to create screening walls and natural fences to enhance privacy. Place your windows in a way that avoids "looking into" your neighbor's windows. Garage Placement & Driveway The goal relating to automobiles is to reduce their visual impact on the neighborhood. The location of the garage and the driveway are critical. Garage doors must be screened from street, golf course, and neighboring properties with plantings or set back from the face of the home. Detached garages are discouraged unless an unusual building condition exists and the plan is approved by the JEC. Place the garage on the site so that garage doors do not dominate the home. Three car garages are encouraged in Jefferson Meadows and side load garages are required whenever possible. While garages are a critical part of the home, they are normally not the home's best feature and should be subdued as much as possible. The ideal driveway links the front entrance, making it easy for visitors to park in the driveway and use the front door to enter the home. A minimum of four off street parking spaces shall be provided on each lot, two of which must be garage parking. Jefferson Meadows does not allow parking of campers, trailers, cabs for semi trucks, commercial vehicles or boats in the driveway. Special materials such as concrete, combination brick, pavers and textured brick are encouraged for the driveway. The use of asphalt must be given approval by JEC. A 10 ft x 7 ft section of Unistone Pavers or brick in a concrete apron is required in each driveway adjoining the street. See Addendum 2 for construction details. Last amended

7 Your Home Your home in Jefferson Meadows should have a natural quality to include materials and colors that easily blend with its surroundings and the neighborhood. As you design your home, drive around the community and consider the following elements: Building Styles Homes in Jefferson Meadows are not restricted to one style or character. Regardless of the style, consideration must be given in the design process to compatibility with the overall character of the community. Emphasis is placed on building "form" rather than on building "style". Form is determined by building height, number of stories, roof pitch, width of overhangs, fenestration, detail elements, trim, compatible materials, etc. The general shape of the home - roof, walls and appendages - should fit in with the site and be compatible with neighboring homes. Jefferson is a community where many different styles of homes are found - and that is intentional. We like the diversity that this provides. Angles and bump outs (rather than straight walls) are highly encouraged in home design. In addition to enhancing architectural appearance, these custom design elements provide many opportunities to use attractive and unique accents and material changes in the home. The key to obtaining approval for your home design lies in the wise choice of natural building materials and colors in a home design that is compatible with homes in similar settings in the community, see the section on Colors and Material Samples. A home is defined by its addition to the community. Combinations of vertical natural materials that blend well with the existing environment are strongly encouraged. This presents a particularly exciting challenge for homes adjacent to the golf course. Metal or other prefabricated outbuildings or sheds are not permitted in Jefferson Meadows. The "Four Sides" of Your Home All sides of a home should be detailed and finished in a similar way. There should be no substantial difference between front, sides and back. Homes will be seen from many sides and each side is important. Using only non-primary materials on the sides or rear of the home or material changes from side to side is not permitted. If material changes are necessary, special detailing using corner boards, wide returns, quoins, etc. is required. Special attention should be paid to how the home sits on the lot and how neighbors and visitors view the home. Blank walls of any material are not permitted. The sides and rear of the home should be made interesting through combinations of material, window treatment and detailing. Special emphasis on the side and rear detail and finish of the home are extremely important on lots adjacent to the golf course. Building Height The height of one-story buildings must not exceed 38 ft measured from the finish grade of the lot at the main entrance of the home to the ridgeline. Two-story homes may not exceed 38 ft from the finish grade of the lot at the main entrance of the home to the ridgeline. Last amended

8 Materials The use of combinations of natural materials such as wood, brick and stone is encouraged. Stucco may be used as described below or in moderation when blended with approved, natural materials. Aluminum and fiberglass siding are not permitted. The evaluation of home plans does not rule out any combination of materials since each unique home must stand on its own merits. As with all decisions of this kind, the JEC will make the final decision regarding acceptance of materials and home design. The following are guidelines for acceptable exterior building materials: Brick Natural sand mold brick is preferred. "Manufactured" sand mold and textured brick may also be approved. Color ranges should be subtle and no glazed or speckled effects are permitted. Brick details in chimneys, sills, entry steps and foundations are encouraged. Stone Natural stone laid in a natural horizontal bed is preferred. Rubble and roughly cut squared stone should not be used. Square cut dimensioned or ashlar stone is not permitted. If a flat faced, vertical stone bed is used, flush joints rubbed with burlap are recommended. Native Ohio limestone in gray or buff is preferred over more exotic stone. When newer, manufactured stone products are used, native Ohio tones are encouraged and non-repetitive patterns are encouraged. Wood Siding Four and eight inch clapboard, rough or smooth finish; v-joint tongue and groove boards; vertical board and batten, all with semi-transparent stains are recommended. Paint is acceptable if color is approved by the JEC and fits the form and style of the home. Aluminum siding and/or vinyl siding are not permitted. Concrete siding products blended properly into the home design are acceptable when approved by the JEC. Stucco Stucco as a primary building material is allowed - but only when the home design has sufficient architectural detailing to result in a home that shows well and fits into the Jefferson community. Some examples of homes that meet these requirements can be seen at 1127 Poppy Hills Drive, 1145 Poppy Hills Drive, 1349 Poppy Hills Drive, 1510 Oxbow, 1571 Oxbow and 1585 Oxbow. Stucco finishes and accents may be used if properly detailed and proportioned. The JEC reserves the right to determine if a home design primarily using stucco is acceptable Colors and Material Samples. Samples of all exterior building materials and colors for house, trim, and shutters must be supplied to the JEC for review and approval before painting occurs. Earth tones (tan, brown, dusty green, light grays) blend well with the environment at Jefferson Meadows. No black or white siding colors are permitted. The roof and Last amended

9 sidewalls of each home shall be compatible and shall blend into a common color tone. The colors of natural materials blend easily together. When man-made materials are used, colors must blend with natural materials. Accent colors may be used if they add a highlight or detail to the natural material and color being used. The Roof The roof shape must be carefully designed and material carefully chosen. Major roof slopes should range from a minimum of 6/12 to a maximum of 12/12 pitches. Roof forms throughout the community should be compatible with one another. Gable or Hip roofs and combinations of these are preferred. Shed and gambrel roofs are acceptable when approved by the JEC. Flat and mansard roofs are not permitted unless specifically approved by the JEC. Roof materials and colors must be compatible with other roofs throughout the Jefferson Meadows Community. Shingles must be, at a minimum, two-piece, laminated, dimensional and rated / sold as 40 year shingles. They should be medium brown to gray in color to simulate the appearance of a natural weathered wood shingle roof. Roofs of slate, wood or tile may also be used. No white roofing material will be permitted and the use of any dark colors, and SPECIFICALLY black, is not permitted. Gutters, fascias, and rake boards must be stained or painted to match the trim. Vinyl, aluminum or aluminum clad materials are not acceptable on trim, soffits, rake boards, fascia board or frieze boards. Downspouts must be painted to compliment the sidewalls. Roof fans, jack vents, and flashing (except copper) must be painted to match the trim. Heavy fascia is encouraged as it gives a strong visual base for roof form. Trim Samples of all exterior building materials and colors for house, trim, and shutters must be supplied to the JEC for review and approval before painting occurs. The appearance of homes is affected greatly by how they are "trimmed". Trim boards around windows and roof and bottom trim boards are encouraged since trim solidifies the window design on the wall and provide a base for the whole house when a bottom trim board is used. Corner boards or quoins that provide strong corner features and a good termination point for siding are encouraged. Windows/Shutters Many types of windows (casement, double-hung, horizontal sliding, etc.) are acceptable for use in Jefferson Meadows as long as they have been carefully selected and proportioned to enhance the structure in which they are placed. Window frames shall be wood, aluminum clad or vinyl clad. Aluminum or vinyl windows are not permitted in Jefferson. The same style of window should be used on all sides of the home for continuity. Window muntins are encouraged on all levels. Large, unobstructed windows placed to take advantage of views are encouraged. Shutters should be properly proportioned to fit the window and should be of authentic period design. Wide board trim should be used on windows to provide adequate detail to the window and to help it integrate to the wall. When wide trim is used with properly proportioned windows, shutters are not needed. Last amended

10 Awnings Awnings are discouraged and may only be used with prior approval by JEC. The awning must be cloth type and blend with the home. JEC shall require that all awnings be properly maintained from normal wear and mildew. Should awnings fall into a state of disrepair, as determined at the sole discretion of JEC, awning replacement and/or fines to the homeowner shall be imposed by JEC. Once the homeowner has been notified that awning requires replacement, they shall have 60 days to effect the replacement. Glass Walls Sliding glass doors, large windows and skylights are encouraged if designed to take advantage of the site views or provide natural light for the home. Proper protection must be provided to ensure privacy from street and neighbors. Entrance and Doors The entrance to a home is a very important feature. Great care should be taken to select aesthetically pleasing form and materials. Natural materials such as stone, brick and wood are preferred. Storm doors are permitted if they are finished to blend with the home. A storm door that "frames" the entrance door is encouraged. Decorative "scalloped" storm door panels and unpainted aluminum doors are not permitted. As mentioned earlier, garage doors should be de-emphasized. They should be of one color and must fit with the design character of the home. Raised panel garage doors are encouraged. Chimneys-Fireplaces All Chimneys and fireplaces shall be of traditional brick or stone masonry construction. No wood or stucco enclosures are permitted. Patios, Terraces and Decks Patios, terraces and decks are critical features of many homes. They serve as our "outside living spaces". The design of these spaces must be coordinated with the overall home design. Outside spaces should be designed to provide privacy through plantings or gently mounded earth. The design of outside spaces is subject to the review and approval of the JEC. Wood decks are acceptable when they are in proportion to the home. They must be finished to match or be compatible with the home. Decks are restricted to the buildable area of the lot and must not extend into setbacks. Detached Gazebos, Swimming Pools and Tennis Courts Detached gazebos, swimming pools and tennis courts are not permitted without prior approval by JEC. They must be built within the buildable area of the site and properly oriented and visually screened. They must also conform to building codes. No above ground portable pools are permitted. A landscape design to screen the gazebo, swimming pool and/or tennis court must be approved by the JEC prior to installation. Last amended

11 Trampolines Trampolines of any type are not permitted within the community. Trampolines which exist at the time of this revision, , shall be grandfathered up until the time said property is sold by the current owner at which time the new owner shall be required to remove the trampoline. Basketball backboards Basketball backboards that mount on the home or garage are not permitted. Standalone or portable backboards must be screened. Advanced approval by the JEC is required prior to installation of the basketball backboard. Playhouse and Play-set equipment Standalone Playhouses and standalone Play-sets are permitted in the Jefferson community. However the resident may only construct a single Play-set or Playhouse, not both. Playhouses, Play-sets and landscape screening need to have advance approval by the JEC prior to installation. Installations without prior approval by the JEC may be subject to fines. Proportionality and dimensions will be an important part of the committee s review process. Excessively large installations will not be permitted. Residents are required to submit a $ deposit with their plans to ensure completion of the approved installations. The deposit shall be returned following completion of the approved equipment. Prior to installing any Playhouse or Play-set equipment (Towers, Playhouse Lofts, Starter Units, Combination Sets, Connectors, Swing Set, Castle Lofts, Gazebos, Accessories), a detailed plan of the equipment and landscape screening of the equipment must be submitted to the JEC. Once the JEC has reviewed the plans, a committee member will contact you to come to your property to see the exact location of the proposed equipment and landscape design. Equipment must be made as unobtrusive as possible and must be screened from neighbors, the golf course and the street. Do not block your neighbor's golf course views with this equipment. The Playhouse and Play-sets are to be made of natural, unpainted wood material. Any canopy canvases, slides, chains, baskets, and other accessories are to be dark green. Trash Cans Trash cans must be kept in the garage. A separate shed to house garbage cans is not permitted. Fences and Screening Fences are generally not permitted in Jefferson Meadows, unless required by regulatory authority (as is the case with swimming pools). Exceptions to this requirement are the homes which back up to the properties which are not within the Jefferson Meadows subdivision. Such fencing shall only be permitted on the lot line of the property immediately adjacent to the exterior of the subdivision. Any fence shall require prior written approval by the JEC. Last amended

12 Screening in all other private areas should be provided through landscaping, stone or brick walls. All fencing and enclosures must receive design approval. Properties are to blend into each other and the golf course naturally. Landscaping The major goals of landscaping are to enhance each home and help it to blend into the natural setting, create a private environment, supplement and accentuate the existing features of the land and screen unattractive elements, such as meters and air conditioning units, from view. Plantings around a home should be massed in critical locations. The foundation should not be exposed for long distances without landscaping. Plantings should be placed away from the home at entrances and other places to enhance the architectural features of the home. Foundation plantings are acceptable if done carefully and in moderation. Plantings at or near property lines must be coordinated with neighboring property owners to create a natural flow of planting from property to property. Earth mounding is encouraged if it is done in a way that looks natural. Mounding is effective when done using stone or brick retaining walls. Schedule for Submittal and Construction Landscape Plans must be submitted no later than 45 days prior to installation. ABSOLUTELY NO LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION MAY BEGIN WITHOUT THE APPROVAL OF THE LANDSCAPE DESIGN BY THE JEC. Completion of landscaping construction shall be within 120 days of occupancy. Landscape Design Review Submittal Requirements All drawings and documents submitted with the Jefferson Meadows Landscape Review form must contain the following information: North arrow and scale. Builder and/or owner's name, address and phone number. Landscape Architect or Contractor's name, address and phone number. Jefferson lot number Minimum requirements for landscaping submittal: Two completed copies of the Jefferson Meadows New Home Design Review Application. Two completed sets of Landscape Drawings drawn to a minimum scale of I" = 10' and showing the entire lot on 24" x 36" sheets that contain the following: Types and locations of existing and proposed trees, shrubs, groundcovers, vines and grasses. Patios, terraces, retaining walls, and screening walls with dimensions. Utility meters, air conditioning condensers, telephone boxes and pool/irrigation equipment - each with method of screening identified. Last amended

13 Landscape lighting with fixture and transformer types and locations. This may be submitted on a separate drawing with scale of 1" = 1 0 ft. minimum. Location and construction methods, materials and colors for all paved areas that are not indicated on the site plan. Plant materials list indicating the quantity, common name, botanical name, and plant height and/or spread at time of installation for all proposed plant material. Container sizes will not be acceptable for trees and shrubs. One set of the submitted drawings and application will be retained by the JEC. One set will be returned to the applicant with approval or required changes upon completion of review by the JEC. Landscape Guidelines Screening All meters, A/C condensers, telephone equipment boxes, irrigation backflow devices, pool equipment and other utilities must be screened from the street, golf course and adjacent properties with evergreen plant material (not perennial material) or other approved screening methods which, when installed, is as tall as the equipment being screened and has an opacity of at least 80%. Above ground utility lines and conduits are not acceptable. Garages and off-street parking areas must be screened from the street, golf course, and from adjacent properties with plantings, preferably evergreens, that are a minimum of 42 inches high when installed. The screening may be accomplished with earth mounding, plant materials, walls or a combination of these methods. Street Trees Street trees are required for each new home site. They are to be identified in the landscape plan and provided by the homeowner/builder. The Jefferson Homeowners Association has designated four species of street trees that can be planted in Jefferson. They are: Thorn-less Honey Locust; Red Sunset Red Maple; Emerald Queen Norway Maple; and Cleveland Norway Maple. Homeowners that require replacement trees may utilize species identical to existing trees to match the property, with approval from JEC, when species do not match designated species. Each homeowner/builder may choose from this list of deciduous street trees that are approved. The minimum size for street trees is 3" caliper when installed. One street tree is required for each 50 ft of street frontage, or portion thereof, measured along the right of way and planted 50 ft on center. Final locations for street trees shall be determined by the JEC based on the locations of street trees on adjacent properties, driveway curb cuts, and location of existing trees. The requirement for street trees may be waived on lots with existing trees. All existing trees to be saved, 3" caliper and larger, should be shown on the landscape plan. The JEC may require less formal planting instead of street trees on some treed lots. The informal planting may be a species other than above but Last amended

14 the species and location of the planting will be determined by the JEC. Dead trees must be replaced within 60 days from notification by the JEC. Failure to replace trees within 60 days may result in fines at the sole discretion of the JEC. Lawns The front and side yards of all lots in Jefferson Meadows are to be sodded. Rear yards may be sodded, seeded or hydro seeded. For comer lots, all side yards facing a street shall be considered a front yard and shall be sodded to the rear property line. Quality of Plant Material Plant material shall comply with the sizing and grading standards of the latest edition of the American Association of Nurserymen, Inc. "American Standard of Nursery Stock". Quantity of Plant Material The JEC reserves the right to require additional plant materials if it deems appropriate during final approval. Minimum Acceptable Plant Material Sizes Deciduous shade trees - 2 1/2 inch diameter caliper Ornamental trees (single stem) - 1 3/4 inch diameter caliper Ornamental trees (multi-stem) - 8 ft height Evergreen trees - 8 ft height (the minimum size evergreen trees may be waived when they are used to screen objects - all may be a size that meets the screening requirements) Shrubs - 20 inch spread or height (Unless JEC approves another size) Landscape Modification Future changes to landscapes must be submitted on the Property Owner Modification Request for Architectural Review Form which is located on the Jefferson Meadows web site, see jeffersonmeadows.com. Outdoor Lighting All site lighting must be indirect or area lighting. Attractive, well placed post lights that do not glare are encouraged since they help to "light the night" in our community. Outdoor lights or spotlights with direct glare shall not be used. Wall mounted area lighting may be used for front and rear doorways and over garage entrances, but should be positioned so as to not disturb neighboring property owners. Utilities and Services All electric, telephone and cable services are to be underground. Meters on the exterior of homes must be screened from street and fairway view as indicated in the section on Last amended

15 "Screening." All service entries are to be painted to blend with the home. No window air conditioners are permitted. Outside air conditioning condensers, fuel tanks, and other mechanical equipment are to be permanently screened from the street, golf course and other neighboring properties as indicated in the section on "Screening." No fan is to be directed toward neighboring properties without an approved sound barrier. No large satellite dishes, outside TV or radio antennae are permitted. Small satellite dishes are permitted if out of view and screened properly and approved by the JEC and any affected neighbors. Signage Any signs bearing owner's name or street number should be designed to be subtle, yet readable. They should be compatible with the natural setting. Mailboxes Mailbox design is specified in Addendum I of this Design Guide to ensure continuity within the community. Homeowner shall provide periodic maintenance and painting as required for the mailbox and mailbox post. Construction and Builder Regulation Conservation of the existing landscape The existing landscape should be protected to preserve as much of the natural site character as possible. Curb Cuts Although curb cuts are not required, they are highly recommended since they make entering and exiting a driveway much smoother and easier. When specified, the builder is responsible for cutting; removing and replacing curb and gutter for access into the building site. All curb cuts will be in conformance with local ordinances. Installation of temporary gravel drives shall be completed before commencement of basement excavation. Debris and Trash The builder is responsible for all trash and debris on the construction site. Trash and debris shall be contained in an appropriate container on the site and shall be removed periodically - before it becomes full and causes litter problems. Any lightweight materials, packaging and other items shall be covered or weighted down to prevent blowing. Builders and owners are prohibited from dumping, burying or burning trash anywhere on the site or in the Jefferson community. Each construction site shall be kept neat and properly policed to prevent littering. Any costs incurred by the Homeowners Association in enforcing these requirements shall be billed to the builder. Dirt or debris resulting from activity on each construction site shall be promptly removed from public or private roads, open spaces and driveways. Builders must remove all dirt from the street at the end of each work day or they may be billed for clean-up. Last amended

16 Restoration or Repair of Property Damage Damage to other property will not be permitted. If any such damage occurs, it must be repaired and/or restored immediately at the expense of the party causing the damage or the builder. Signs Only contractor identification and real estate signs are permitted on the building site. Political and advertising signage of any kind is not permitted. They shall not exceed 24 inches by 36 inches and shall be dark green background with white letters. Foundation Survey/Grades and Drainage The builder is responsible for maintaining all grades and drainage per the approved Master Grading and Drainage Plan. The owner/builder is responsible for the completion of and payment for the survey. Builders not in compliance on other lots/building sites in Jefferson Meadows. Any builder who is not in compliance on another building site at Jefferson Meadows will be required to meet with the JEC and resolve the issues causing the non-compliance before approval to start a new project will be given. Last amended

17 ADDENDUM 1 MAILBOX DESIGN Last amended

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20 ADDENDUM 2- PAVER DESIGN Last amended

21 JEFFERSON MEADOWS NEW HOME DESIGN APPLICATION This Submission for: Preliminary Design Review Approval Cost is $200 Final Design Approval Landscape Approval Jefferson Lot Number Make checks payable to: Cost is $100 per submission Cost is $100 per submission Cost $300 total if preliminary & final submitted together Jefferson Meadows Property Owners Association Jefferson Lot Number: Street: Address: Date: Application Submitter: Address: Phone: Owner: Builder: Architect/Designer: Building Program: All house plans must bear an Architect's seal. Standardized House Plan - show details of variation from standard house plans Custom Architect designed Other (specify) Number of square feet on main floor excluding garage Total number of square feet in house excluding garage This Design Review Application shall be submitted for both Preliminary Design Review and Final Design Review. This application serves as a (1) check list to help in consideration of the many decisions that will affect the design of your home at Jefferson and (2) to provide the Environmental Committee with the required basic data that is needed. This application is to be used in conjunction with the Jefferson Design Guide. Last amended

22 Partial or incomplete design review submissions will not be reviewed until complete, with the exception of the Landscape Plan, which must be submitted no later than 45 days prior to installation. Later revisions to an original design review submission (i.e. architectural changes, screened porch, Florida room, etc.) will be treated as an additional submission and is subject to an additional design review fee of $ Preliminary Design Review- Two sets of preliminary plans shall be submitted. This review will evaluate the proposed project at the schematic design phase. The following drawings and information shall be submitted: Scaled Site Plan delineating: Existing Conditions: Property lines Building setbacks and easements Proposed Conditions: Building location within the building envelope Proposed patio or deck location Driveway access Driveway development Proposed materials Floor Plans at 1/8" or 1/4" = 1 '0" Front Elevation at 1/4" = 1 '0" delineating: Architectural character Proposed materials Design review, response, and suggested revisions will address proposed design for creative and aesthetic conformity to site context, theme of the overall development and stated architectural and site guidelines. Formal Design Review- Two sets of complete building and site plans with specifications and completed Design Review application for the building and other permitted structures shall be submitted for review and compliance with the design Last amended

23 guidelines. The following list of drawings must be submitted as part of this package at the scales requested, preferably on 24" x 36" sheets. Site Plan - scale to be 1" = 10' or 1/8" = 1 '0". The site plan is to indicate all special assets of your lot (trees. ravines, etc) and all proposed improvements: Building footprint Location of proposed decks and terraces with finish materials specified Driveways with specified finishes Mounds, supporting walls with sufficient detailing to describe the character intended Grading Plan - The grading plan is to show existing contours, proposed finished grades, and how rainwater will be controlled during construction. The grading plan should also indicate how lot perimeter elevations are maintained. This information may be included on your site plan. The contractor and owner are responsible for maintaining all such grading. Utility Plan - Indicate sanitary sewer, storm sewer, water lines, and electric and telephone distribution. This may be shown on the site plan. Floor Plan - Scale 1/4" = 1 '0" Building Elevations - Scale 1/4" = 1 '0" These elevations should show all sides of the home. Indicate all finish materials and colors, and typical detailing of windows, eaves and transitional corners. Landscape Plans - Tree locations, patios, retaining walls, etc. must be indicated. This may be submitted at a later date before completion of construction if a preliminary design sketch is submitted and approved. One copy of the final approved documents will be retained by the Jefferson Meadows Development Company to be used in context evaluations of adjacent lots, and development throughout the design review process. Design Data for Home to be built on Lot # at Jefferson Meadows The following items must be considered in the preparation of the site and house plans. Check off all items that have been implemented into your design: Last amended

24 I. Site Design: A. Lot Type Open Level Wooded Sloping B. Driveway Straight in from street (not preferred) Curve in from street Passes main entrance Concrete Asphalt Pavers or other material Minimum 10ft width of Uni-Stone or brick pavers required in concrete apron where drive adjoins street Driveway does not exceed 1: 10 slope A minimum of two required visitor parking spaces are to be indicated on site plan in addition to two or more enclosed parking spaces. C. Home Orientation Private areas have been coordinated with neighboring lots Home is oriented parallel to street Home is oriented perpendicular to street Home is oriented at an angle to street Home is sitting on site so that it does not "line up" directly with others around it D. Site Qualities Indicate on site plan or grading plan Last amended

25 Trees saved (size and species) Trees to be removed (size and species) Areas to be preserved (no debris to be placed in ravines) Views to be used (indicate direction with arrow) Existing rainwater drainage pattern noted Rainwater control during and after construction Side and backyard grade differentials have been coordinated with neighboring lots Minimum side yard setbacks have been maintained Downspout drainage lines located E. Garage opening Facing street (not preferred) At rear of home Facing side of yard Set back from front of home Partially screened with plantings Automatic garage door opener provided II Home Design Type of home: One story Two story First floor master Other - Describe Last amended

26 B. Style of home Colonial French Colonial English Colonial Georgian Federal Other - Describe C. Building height and form The height of the home above finish grade to the ridgeline measured at the main entrance is 38 ft. or less. The maximum ridge height allowed for one story and two story homes is 38 ft. D. Roof form Gable roof Hip roof Other - Describe E. Roof features Dormers Varying eave heights Varying ridge heights Other - Describe F. Exterior walls All exterior walls are same material Exterior walls combine different materials (stone, brick, wood, etc) - describe Last amended

27 Material transition details are shown on elevations Special details such as bay windows and skylights are shown on elevations G. Windows Same window used on all sides of home Muntins are used Wood exterior storm windows are used Clad exterior storm windows are used Authentic period shutters are used on the home Shutters are proportioned to be one half of window width Trim board is used around windows (specify size on elevations) H. Doors Entrance door is Flush or Paneled (circle one) Entrance door is wood or metal (circle one) Entrance door is stained or painted (circle one) I. Garage door Overhead garage door is flush or paneled (circle one) Overhead garage door is stained, natural wood, painted (circle one) Other III. Building Materials and Colors A. Roof materials Shingles are a minimum of 40 year dimensional Shingle color is gray or brown and sample has been provided to JEC for approval Gutters, fascia and rake boards are stained or painted to be complementary to roof color Last amended

28 B. Exterior sidewall material Exterior sidewall material is wood, stone, brick, Hardie board, or stucco (circle all applicable) Wrought iron is being used and details are included in elevations (ornate wrought iron is not acceptable) C. Colors - Siding, trim, roofing and accent colors will be approved by JEC based on samples submitted. IV. Patios, Terraces, Decks, etc (locate on landscape plan) Patio is planned and material sample and design has been provided to JEC for approval Swimming pool is planned and design has been approved by JEC Tennis court is planned and size has been approved by JEC Basketball backboard is planned and design has been approved by JEC Trellis is planned and design has been approved by JEC Trash cans will be kept in garage Entry walks are straight or curved (circle one) Entry walks are brick or pavers, concrete, flagstone, other (circle one). If other - describe Wood deck is planned and it is uncovered, covered, or other (circle one) If other-describe Landscaping Existing trees retained Natural areas preserved Earth mounding used Private spaces created Retaining walls used Last amended

29 VI. Utilities and lighting Underground service provided All meters, air conditioners, heat pumps, utility boxes, etc. are screened from view Yard lighting (where approved) is not directed toward street or neighbors Return this list with appropriate drawings and data to: The current Jefferson Meadows Property Owners Association-Environmental Committee representation can be found on the Jefferson Meadows Property Owners Association web site at jeffersonmeadows.com Last amended

30 JEFFERSON MEADOWS LANDSCAPE REVIEW Jefferson Meadows 3 digit lot # Name of Submitter Signature of Submitter Phone Number of Submitter Lot Owner ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE CHECKED OFF BEFORE THIS SUBMITTAL WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR REVIEW. IF THIS SUBMITTAL IS RETURNED TO BE REVISED DUE TO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING NOT BEING INCLUDED IT WILL BE SUBJECT TO AN ADDITIONAL $ DESIGN REVIEW FEE. This submission includes: [ ] Two completed copies of this application. [ ] Two completed sets of landscape drawings. [ ] Drawings are at a minimum scale of I" = 10' [ ] $ design review fee Checks are payable to Jefferson Meadows Property Owners Association Plans can be dropped off at: See Jefferson Meadows Property Owners Association web site at jeffersonmeadows.com for current representative. Information included on the drawings: [ ] Jefferson Meadows three digit lot # [ ] All property lines [ ] Adjacent street(s) [ ] Existing trees [ ] All proposed plant material drawn at their mature size [ ] All utilities shown and screened (Gas meter, electric transformer, telephone boxes, irrigation equipment, and other exterior boxes) [ ] All plant materials need to be labeled [ ] Plant material list indicating quantity, common name, botanical name, and plant height and/or spread at time of planting [ ] Plant sizes for all trees and shrubs indicated by height or spread. GALLON DESIGNATIONS NOT ACCEPTABLE [ ] Sod/seed limits have been shown [ ] Garages and off street parking have been screened from street and neighboring properties with either 42" height shrubs, 8' height evergreens trees or a combination of both [ ] All plant materials meet the minimum size requirements [ ] Street trees Last amended