Design and Architectural Guidelines Introduction INTRODUCTION These Design Review Guidelines ("Guidelines") are pursuant to Article XI Section I of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions of Talavera ("CC&Rs"). All proposed new construction, modifications and/or improvements must adhere to the Design Review Guidelines as set forth in this document. Specifically, any of the following types of improvements shall require DRC approval before construction has commenced: New construction or installations, including dwellings, accessory buildings, garages, fences, retaining walls, steps, awnings, canopies, poles, trellises, gazebos, swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, recreational apparatus, built-in BBQ's, patio covers, exterior lighting, exterior sound system or solar energy systems or any other exterior improvement to the home, lot or landscaping, wall, fences or walls as originally delivered to the original purchaser at close of escrow. Reconstruction or remodels, including exterior additions, changes, alterations or modifications of any building, structure, fence, wall or other improvements and appurtenant changes of color, material or exterior surface. Drainage and hardscape, including paving, sidewalks, driveways, patios or any other surface improvements, such as recreation areas or courts, and surface drainage revisions. Landscaping, including installation of new landscaping and material changes to existing landscaping in the front yards, and any landscape that will exceed more that 2 feet beyond the height of the side or rear wall. Design Review Guidelines Category I Specifications CATEGORY SPECIFICATIONS All proposed modifications and/or improvements must adhere to the Guidelines set forth in this document. Proposed improvements are divided into two types: Pre-approved improvements and improvements requiring approval. Specific pre-approved improvements and additional design specifications are listed below. These preapproved improvements are considered as Category I improvements and are the most commonly requested improvements in the subdivision, Improvements considered Category I improvements and installed consistent with the standards listed below require no prior approval but do require submission of an improvement Request Form. Improvements consistent with the standards identified in Category II require submission of a Request Form and approval PRIOR to the commencement of work. All other improvements fall into Category III and require a Request Form and approval from the Architectural Control Committee prior to commencement of work. Violations of these Guidelines shall be pursued in accordance with the Enforcement Procedure and the Association's CC&Rs.
CATEGORY I PRE- APPROVED IMPROVEMENTS OR MODIFICATIONS Owners may (1) make minor repairs to the exterior of the dwelling; (2) make minor landscaping changes which do not alter the exterior aesthetics of the Lot (removal of trees is NOT considered minor); (3) paint the interior of his or her Dwelling any color desired; or (4) improve or alter any improvements within the interior of the Dwelling, provided such improvement or alteration is in accordance with the Guidelines, does not impact any Association maintenance areas, and does not impair or alter the Common Area, any utilities, or other systems servicing the Common Area or other Lots. Additionally, Owners do not need prior DRC review or approval for the following specific incidental elements, as long as the architectural improvement conforms to the Association's established design standards and/or criteria. Owner must conform to Association established design standards and/or criteria set forth in this Category I. Any deviation from the criteria set forth in Category I will be considered a Category II item (which requires DRC approval). For any Items other than those listed in this Category a Request Form must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee. 1. Bird Feeders: No more than two (2) feeders per residential unit. Size shall not exceed 12" in any dimension. Feeders shall not be placed or hung on common wails or in common areas nor shall they be easily visible from the adjacent property. 2. Flags: No flag larger than 3' x 5' is acceptable. Flag pole shall not be placed in common property or areas or mounted on any common wall or patio deck surface. Only one (1) flag or banner per residence. Frayed or torn flags shall be promptly removed or replaced. Only the flags of the United States of America or California may be flown without prior DRC approval. All applicable City, State or Federal flag etiquette shall be obeyed. 3. Patio Planters and Accessories: Planters shall be terra cotta or neutral in color. Garden hoses may be hung on hose hangers or placed in manufactured plastic pots designed for the storing of hoses. Large statuary or fountains are not permitted, without ACC approval. 4. Thermometers: Terra cotta or neutral in color and shall not exceed 12" in any direction. 5. Wind Chimes: Allowed provided neighbors do not object. 6. Window Coverings, Exterior: The following window coverings are approved: a. Non reflective window tinting on interior surface, color smoke. b. Solar Screens, color bronze or black. 7. Landscape: Owners do not need prior Committee review or approval for the following incidental plants if installed in the sideyard or rear yard, but Owner must conform to the following standards: landscaping changes which do not alter the exterior aesthetics of the lot. All grass, trees, shrubs, and the like must be properly irrigated, trimmed and maintained. Winter rye seed must be planted each year no later than November 15th to allow for germination. Weeds or other debris shall not be allowed to collect and any landscaping destroyed by wind or rain must be replaced immediately. All lots and units shall be maintained in a neat, clean, orderly, safe, sanitary and attractive condition and appearance. Addition or removal of trees in front yard or modification to the developer provided front yard grass, shrub beds, grass or decomposed granite areas other than replacing dead shrubs, trees, plant material or ground cover in the front yard is deemed a Category II improvement and requires Committee review and approval prior to undertaking changes. 8. Exterior Fans: Exterior fans are approved for use on rear patios as long as they conform to the following:
a. Fans must be "wet" type fans designed for exterior use and must be U.L. approved. They may be located on original recessed light fixtures on stucco overhangs that extend over the original concrete area, or fans can be located under approved patio covers. b. Fans must have finish color that is white or that matches the existing house stucco color. c. Fan blades cannot extend further out than extension of original stucco overhang or on wood patio covers, and not beyond cover. d. No visible wires are permitted. Visible conduit must be painted the color of the surface on which it is mounted. e. Owner shall have the maintenance responsibility for any exterior fans. 9. Exterior Window / Door Mounted Protection Screens: Aluminum, rollup shutters, horizontal slats may be used. They are to be painted with baked-on enamel, white in color or the exterior color of the dwelling. They may be electrically or manually operated. The products are to be of high quality and durability. Shade covers, as well as exterior plastic, canvas or netting and other such materials are NOT approved. 10. Screen Doors: Screen doors on the front doors will be allowed without Architectural Control Committee approval if the screen door is metal and matches the color of the front door or exterior of the dwelling. 11. Security Systems and Lights: a. Although the desire for exterior lighting and security systems is understood, they are often a nuisance to neighbors and the surrounding community. Receipt of neighbor's complaints by the Property Manager will be the criteria for establishing whether or not a "nuisance" exists. Owners must remedy "nuisances" b. External horns or sirens of any type are NOT approved. False alarms occur routinely with such systems and neighbors have no way to disable such units if the owner is not there. Noise from any alarm shall not be a nuisance to neighbors. c. Security lights with motion detectors may be used but the lights must be pointed down to avoid shining at neighboring properties. A maximum of two 75 watt bulbs are recommended. It is recommended that the bulbs be shielded by covered reflectors painted white or the stucco color. d. Flood lights with covered bulbs may be used (75 watts maximum each) and may be mounted to the stucco overhang or wood patio; however, they must be pointed such that they do not shine on neighboring properties nor can they be a "nuisance" to neighboring property. No visible wiring is allowed. Visible conduit must be painted the color of the surface that it is mounted to. e. Shining bright lights out onto adjacent property area is NOT approved and are considered a nuisance to neighbors. In this context, the bulbs in recessed lights in the underneath side of the roof line must not be extended outward such that they protrude beyond the surface of the eves. f. Temporary "Tiki" type lights or kerosene torches are approved but must be removed and stored out of sight when not in use. Permanently mounted Tiki light posts/lights are not approved. g. Holiday lights are approved from Thanksgiving through mid January. Year around use of holiday or temporary decorative type lights along eves, patio roofs or trees are not approved if they are visible from the common area or the adjoining property.
h. Low voltage (Polomar) yard lights are approved to the extent that an inordinate number of lights are not installed. i. All other exterior modifications involving lighting must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee as Category II items. 12. Satellite Dishes: a. Satellite dishes of 1 meter / 39" diameter. Refer to Satellite Installation Policy, Page 8. b. Satellite dishes of larger diameter are not pre approved and would require DRC approval. 13. Garage Doors: Any replacement garage doors shall be of the roll up type and shall match the existing color scheme of the dwelling 14. Storage In Yards: Storage sheds or other storage building that do not exceed the height of a wall are pre approved. If items are stored in the back or side yard which are visible from any part of the common area, they must be maintained in neat, clean, orderly, safe and attractive condition at all times. To prevent unsightly items from being visible from the common area and streets residents may choose to install the pre-approved types of side gate coverings: metal or metal mesh painted the same color as the adjoining wall or house applied to the gate. Design Guidelines Category II Specifications CATEGORY II - ARCHITECTURAL IMPROVEMENTS OR MODIFICATIONS REQUIRING APPROVAL. Category II includes any and all installations, improvements or modifications which are either not otherwise set forth or are deviations of improvements which do not follow the criteria established under Category I. Category II improvements shall require the approval of the Architectural Control Committee for all instances. 1. General: a. All exterior construction projects shall be completed on a timely basis as stated on the approval form. b. Building Permits: All changes, additions, and/or modifications must conform to the City of Indio's building codes, ordinances, and regulations. The Owner is responsible for obtaining any and all required approvals and building permits from the City after approval for the modification has been received from the DRC. c. Building materials, equipment, trash, trucks, trash containers, etc., shall not be left on streets or driveways in excess of seventy-two (72) consecutive hours without Association approval. No building materials, equipment, trash, trash containers, or other items used during construction shall be placed on the common areas, including streets, lawns, and planting areas at any time. d. The Owner shall be responsible for the cost of returning any damaged common area property to its original condition. Any costs incurred by the Association to restore damaged common area property, to its original or better condition will be billed to the Owner.
2. Antennas: No television, radio, or other electronic antenna or antenna device of any type shall be allowed except under conditions required by the FCC and are approved by the DRC or unless it is totally contained within a building or underground conduit. For satellite antennas refer to the specific section in Category I. Antenna shall always be placed in the least obtrusive location while still maintaining reception. 3. Awnings, Exterior Shutters / Screens: a. Plans and color brochures/photographs of the proposed shutters / awnings must accompany the application for approval. b. Retractable awnings may be installed on the patio sides and the awning material shall blend with the exterior paint/stain combination of the residential structure. The main panel of the awning shall be the same color as the stucco color. In the retracted position, any visible portion of the awning housing and mechanism shall be white, cream, tan, sand or to match the exterior of the structure 4. Gates: All gates must be solid wood, or metal with either steel, wood or glass insert within a steel frame. All wrought iron (steel) must be galvanized or bonderized prior to applied finish color. Wrought iron gates and fences must have perforated metal screening on back side if utilized as equipment or utility screen. 5. Lighting: No exterior light which is overly visible from a neighboring property or which produces a visual impact on traffic will be permitted. Motion detector lights are the exception. 6. Patio Structures, Sunshades, Trellises and Gazebos: a. Acceptable materials are: Structure or framework, including any overhead portions to be of wood or wood appearing type construction only, with the exception of vertical support members which may be of metal, but must be completely encased by wood or DRC approved materials. In certain cases, use of "aluma-wood" may be an approved material. Roofing materials shall match the roof materials of the dwelling. Structure shall be painted or stained to match/contrast with the dwelling trim color. b. Unacceptable Materials: structures and frameworks of metal (except as noted above); roofing materials in any of the following materials: crushed rock (if exposed to public view), built-up roofing (if exposed to public view), asphalt or composition shingles, plastic or flat or corrugated fiberglass, canvas, wood shakes or shingles. 7. Pools / Spas: Detailed plans submitted to the DRC shall include the following requirements: a. Edge of pool / spa shall be a minimum of three feet (3*) from adjacent residential unit or as required by the City of Indio. It is recommended that the pool and/or spa be installed as far away from the rear Lot lines as possible. A landscape buffer zone is recommended between your Lot line and the pool/spa. b. Pool equipment must be placed either on or below grade. Equipment located below grade shall be fully covered so it will not be a hazard. Where a pool/spa installation impacts an existing wall, fence or residential structure, certification will be required to assure that appropriate consideration is made. Consideration of noise attenuation from neighbors should dictate placement of the pool equipment and sound shielding devices may be required if in the sole discretion of the association, noise from equipment creates a nuisance.
c. Height limitations of thirty-six inches (36") must be observed for all construction in rear yards. No walls, mounding, architectural features, etc. are permitted above existing finish grade that exceed thirty-six inches {36") in height. d. All pool drains must connect to the street and floor drains in concrete slabs must drain to the street. Slab sheet drainage may drain per natural flow. e. Precast or molded pools and spas are not permitted. f. Drawings and plans for pools and/or spas must include location and description of deck (including color and surface finish), grading, lighting and electrical additions and changes. 8. Roofs: All sloped roof surfaces shall be covered with concrete tile. Flat or near flat roof surfaces shall be covered with a built-up roofing or rock aggregate surfacing or patented rubber roofing membranes. All flat surfaces shall be screened from public view by parapet or walls. 9. Roof Vents: All roof/attic vents to be colored to match the dominant roof material and/or stucco surface if gable type. Dormer type vents shall be positioned to the rear of the roof structure to hide from public view. 10. Room Additions/Enclosures: With DRC, approval, residential structures may be extended. Room additions may not encroach upon the common areas. a. All applications shall include a detailed plan showing dimensions of both the existing structures and the proposed extension, existing landscape/irrigation/lighting, provision being made during construction to prevent damage to landscape outside the project area and new landscape/irrigation/lighting plans for the completed project drawn by a licensed Landscape Architect or Landscape Contractor. Plans shall also include any City permits where required for any moving of lights, wiring, gas lines or plumbing. Color must blend with the existing exterior stucco color. b. The overall design, including the roofline, must conform to the style of existing architecture. Owner shall accept full responsibility for construction, landscape and future maintenance. All must be engineered so that the structural integrity of existing structures is maintained. 11. Signs: a. No sign of any kind shall be displayed to the public view of any lot, excepting one (1) sign not exceeding eighteen inches (18") by twenty-four inches (24") in size which states the house is For Sale" or "For Rent" in the front yard of the lot. b. Security Signs indicating that a residential structure is protected by a security service may be placed adjacent to the residential structure. A maximum of two Security Service signs are permitted. Security signs shall be made of a durable metal material or plastic, with all painting prepared by silkscreen or other professional sign-painting technique. Hand-lettered and/or painted signs are not permitted. Security signs shall not be affixed to gates, doors, or the structure of the residential structure. Window stickers and/or decals measuring no larger than 10 square inches are permissible to supplement the other Security Signs described herein. 12. Skylights: Skylights shall be designed to be an integral part of the roof. Skylight glazing must be clear, solar bronze or gray. White or reflective glazing is prohibited. Skylight framing material must be bronze anodized or colored to match the roof in which the skylight is installed. Natural aluminum is prohibited. A drawing of the precise location of each skylight is required. Special attention must be paid during design and installation to
the roof drainage issues based on the original design and to roof surfaces, which are not intended to be walked upon. 13. Solar Panels: Solar panels shall be integrated into the roof design and not be visible from the street. Panels and frames must be bronze anodized or colored to match the roof. Natural aluminum is prohibited. A drawing of the precise location of each solar panel is required. 14. Sun Decks and Balconies: In order to protect the privacy of each lot, no rooftop or elevated sun decks, balcony, terrace or recreational towers or slides are permitted. In addition, no upper level windows will be permitted to be added to a residence if such window allows a view into another residence or lot. 15. Trash Enclosure: All garbage and trash must be kept in animal-proof, covered containers that are screened from the public view. Owners are responsible for their own garbage and trash removal during construction and thereafter. Dumping of garbage or trash anywhere in within the subdivision is strictly prohibited. Trash containers shall be set out for a reasonable period of time(not to exceed twenty-four (24) hours before and after scheduled trash collection hours). 16. Walls and Fences: Subject to the approval of the DRC: a. Each Owner shall construct and/or maintain fences and walls along the side and rear perimeters of his/her/its Lot in conformance with the requirements of these Design Review Guidelines Such fences and walls shall be built so as to straddle the boundary lines of the Lot, (except where block end conditions require a setback), and only one fence / wall shall be constructed on the boundary lines of adjoining Lots. b. No fence, wall, or hedge shall be placed or permitted to remain on the front portion of any lot over 6 feet in height, or on the sidelines of any lot to the setback portion or rear property line of the lot that is over six feet (6') in height. c. All walls and/or fences shall conform to the following acceptable materials and colors: Stone (natural color) Stucco covered concrete masonry units(cmu). Color to match or contrast to residence. Continuation of exterior wall surfaces where appropriate to the design goals. Finished colors shall match the dwelling stucco color or existing common area walls, if applicable. All other fencing materials, such as chain link, poultry or other types of welded wire or woven wire fencing, coated or uncoated; aluminum or sheet metal; plastic or fiberglass materials, corrugated or flat panels; reed or straw like materials; rope or other fibrous strand elements; painted or unpainted concrete block units (must be stucco covered per above); grape stake or wood fencing of any type are prohibited. d. Existing perimeter common area fences and walls may not be modified or altered. Side yard fencing between Residential Lots in easement areas or on property lines may not be constructed without the written approval of all Lot owners affected. Air spaces will not be permitted between walls or fences, which abut property lines. e. The dimensions, materials, structural details, painting requirements and specifications of the proposed wall shall be presented as a building plan to the DRC for approval. f. Painting of Walls. Owners are responsible for the original painting and maintenance of the wall. g. All retaining walls must be properly waterproofed and drained.
17. Window Treatments: a. Windows may be covered only by drapes, shades, blinds or shutters and cannot be painted or covered by aluminum foil, cardboard, or other similar materials. Tinted treatments to windows shall be only solar bronze or solar grey of a non-reflective material. b. No security bars, metal shutters of any type or other such security devices visible from outside the residence or other improvement are permitted without prior approval as to design, color and placement.