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05/18/07 05:29:41 PM
KROC ARCHITECTURAL HIGHLIGHTS
Members Present: J. D. Gray, Patricia Gilcrest, Baxter Lawrence, Vickie Parshall, James Jeweler and Sarah Wagner
Others
Present: Susan Livingstone, Architectural/Covenants
Administrator, Kim O’Halleran, Legal Counsel, Rees and Broome, Ronda Desplinter,
KROC Executive Director,
Mark Trostle, Vice
President of Land Development, Richmond American Homes and Troy Johnson,
Regional Director of Architecture and Design, Richmond American Homes
J. D. Gray called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm
REVIEW OF MINUTES:
Motion to accept the minutes for the April ARC meeting. The motion carried with one abstaining vote.
PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION:
Mark Trostle, Vice President of Land Development, Richmond American Homes and Troy Johnson, Regional Director of Architecture and Design, Richmond American Homes presented an overview of the products and materials utilized in Northampton, a new neighborhood in Kingstowne. The discussion specifically addressed the variety of decks available from Richmond American in this neighborhood. These include decks constructed of natural color cedar as well as white composite materials.
In an attempt to keep Kingstowne current with building trends, the ARC will be considering these products for all of neighborhoods in Kingstowne.
APPEAL:
07-052 Shed
Motion to uphold the denial of the shed. The shed is significantly taller than the allowable six foot maximum allowed for sheds. The motion carried unanimously.
Motion to approve the application for the deck undercover with the conditions that the installation not negatively affect the existing drainage to properties and common ground, that the ends of the undercover not be exposed and that signatures of neighboring property owners are obtained acknowledging the application. The motion carried unanimously.
Motion to deny the application for the shed because of the material and height of the proposed shed. The motion carried unanimously.
Motion to approve the application for the garage door. The motion carried unanimously.
Motion to approve the application for the landscaping. The approval is contingent that the excavation not negatively affects the drainage to neighboring properties and common ground and that only neutral natural colored stones, rocks, bricks or pavers are used. The motion carried unanimously.
07-174 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed with the condition that it be located against the house or privacy fencing. The motion carried unanimously.
07-147 Rubbermaid Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
07-128 Landscaping with Tree Removal
Motion to approve the application for the landscaping and tree removal. The approval is contingent that the excavation not negatively affects the drainage to neighboring properties and common ground and that only neutral natural colored stones, rocks, bricks or pavers are used. The motion carried unanimously.
07-164 Tree Removal
Motion to approve the application for the tree removal. The motion carried unanimously.
07-129 Replace garage door
Motion to defer the application for the garage door and request additional information regarding the replacement from the homeowner. The motion carried unanimously.
07-168 House Numbers
Motion to approve the application for the house numbers. The motion carried unanimously.
07-154 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed with the conditions that it is less than six feet in height and located against the house or fence. The motion carried unanimously.
07-175 Patio
Motion to deny the application for the patio. The patio is poured concrete and drainage to neighboring properties and common ground has been compromised. The motion carried unanimously.
07-148 Sliding glass doors
Motion to approve the application for the sliding glass doors. The motion carried unanimously.
07-167 Replacement Windows
Motion to approve the application for the replacement windows. The motion carried unanimously.
07-131 House Numbers
Motion to approve the application for the house numbers. The motion carried unanimously
07-150 Replacement Windows
Motion to approve the application for replacement windows. The motion carried unanimously.
07-184 Tree Removal
Motion to approve the application for the tree removal. The motion carried unanimously.
07-157 Replace Window
Motion to approve the application for window replacement. The motion carried unanimously.
07-158 Siding
Motion to approve the application for siding. The exterior lighting was not approved because of lacking information regarding the lighting. The storm door was not approved because it was self storing. The motion carried unanimously.
07-161 Replace windows
Motion to approve the application for the replacement windows. The motion carried unanimously.
07-170 Replace patio door
Motion to approve the application for the replacement patio door. The motion carried unanimously.
07-181 Landscaping
Motion to approve the application for the landscaping with the condition that the raised flowerbeds not exceed 12 inches in height. There was a concern regarding the possibility of pests with the bed against the home. The motion carried unanimously
07-116 Replacement Door
Motion to deny the application for the replacement door because it is not painted. The motion carried unanimously.
07-133 Sheds
Motion to approve the application for the sheds with the condition that they are located under the deck along the fence or house. The motion carried unanimously.
07-171 Sunroom
Motion to approve the application for the sunroom. The approval is contingent that the excavation not negatively affects the drainage to neighboring properties and common ground. The motion carried unanimously
07-173 Lighting
Motion to approve the application for the lighting. The motion carried unanimously
07-118 Hot Tub
Motion to approve the application for the hot tub. The motion carried unanimously.
07-153 Garage Door
Motion to approve the application for the garage door. The motion carried unanimously.
07-140 Deck Extension
Motion to approve the application for the deck extension. The motion carried unanimously.
07-132 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
07-169 Patio and moving air conditioner
Motion to approve the application for the patio and moving the air conditioner. The approval is contingent that the excavation not negatively affects the drainage to neighboring properties and common ground and that only neutral natural colored stones, rocks, bricks or pavers are used. The tree removal is not part of the approval because the removal is not justified. A separate application is required for the replacement light post. The motion carried unanimously.
07-114 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed with the condition that it is located under the deck. The motion carried unanimously.
07-141 Tree Removal
Motion to approve the application for the tree removal. The motion carried unanimously.
07-166 Hot Tub
Motion to approve the application for the hot tub. The motion carried unanimously.
07-115 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed with the condition that it is located beneath the deck. The motion carried unanimously.
07-144 Hot Tub
Motion to approve the application for the hot tub. The motion carried unanimously.
07-137 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
07-112 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
07-160 Plant Hangers
Motion to approve the application for the plant hangers. The structure must be treated with only clear stain or preservative that allows the natural wood grain to be visible. The motion carried unanimously.
07-163 Replace windows
Motion to approve the application for the replacement windows. The motion carried unanimously.
07-126 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
07-146 Replace garage door
Motion to defer the application for the garage and request additional information from the homeowner. The motion carried unanimously.
07-124 Hot Tub
Motion to approve the application for the hot tub. The motion carried unanimously.
07-179 Patio
Motion to approve the application for the patio. The approval is contingent that the excavation not negatively affects the drainage to neighboring properties and common ground and that only neutral natural colored stones, rocks, bricks or pavers are used. The motion carried unanimously.
07-180 Deck
Motion to approve the application for the deck with the condition that it adhere to the Hunters Crest neighborhood guidelines. The motion carried unanimously.
07-139 Replace garage door
Motion to approve the application for the replacement garage door. The motion carried unanimously.
07-145 Gutter Protection
Motion to approve the application for the gutter protection. The motion carried unanimously.
07-119 Replace garage door
Motion to approve the application for the replacement garage door. The motion carried unanimously.
07-117 Replace Fence
Motion to approve the application for the replacement fence with the condition that it is identical to the existing fence in design and location. The motion carried unanimously.
07-176 Shed
Motion to approve the application for the shed. The motion carried unanimously.
07-165 Hot Tub
Motion to approve the application for the hot tub. The motion carried unanimously.
07-149 Tree Removal
Motion to deny the application for the tree removal. The ARC may reconsider the tree removal with additional justification and location information from the owner. The motion carried unanimously.
07-177 Tree Removal
Motion to deny the application for the tree removal because the tree is healthy and removal was not justified. The motion carried unanimously.
07-178 Rear Fence
Motion to approve the application for the rear fence with the condition that it extends from the rear corners of the house. The motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
The committee discussed developing a standard application for removal of Leyland Cypress trees so their removal can be approved by staff. J. D. Gray volunteered to work on the application for the next meeting.
The committee was briefed on an upcoming program, “Livable Neighborhoods”, which will encourage the use of rain barrels. The committee discussed how rain barrels could be incorporated into the community. The committee will re-visit this item next meeting.
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 pm. The motion carried unanimously.