1. A Form must be submitted for all exterior
decorative objects, both natural and man-made, including, but not limited to, items such as bird baths, wagon wheels,
sculptures/statuary, fountains, pools, antennas, flower pots, free-standing poles of any type, flag poles, and items attached to approved structures.
2. A Form is not required to be submitted for a single attached flagpole, not to exceed six (6) feet in length, attached to the front portion of the house or attached to the house in the garage entry area.
3. Except as provided below, a Form must be submitted for all exterior lights or lighting fixtures not included as a part of the original structures. A Form is not required if lights meet the following criteria:
A. Lighting does not exceed twelve (12) inches in height, and B. The number of lights does not exceed twelve (12), and
C. The total wattage does not exceed 100 watts, all lights are white or clear,
non-glare, and located so as to cause minimal visual impact on adjacent properties and streets.
4. Front doors and front entry area decorations must be tasteful and in keeping with the style and colors of the house. Plants and flowers in pots must always be neat and healthy. Neatly maintained front porch flower-pots (maximum of four (4)) that blend with the exterior color of the house, containing evergreens/flowers do not require the submission of a Form. All shades, drapery linings and other window treatments visible from the exterior of a home shall be white or off-white. No foil or other reflective material shall be used on any windows for sun screens, blinds, shades or any other purpose. An exception may be considered for dark brown wood-toned treatments for which a request must be submitted to the Covenants Committee for approval or disapproval. A request may also be submitted for
window treatments as sold by the John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Design Center.
5. Objects will be evaluated on criteria such as location, proportion, color, and appropriateness to the surrounding environment.
6. Holiday decorations and lighting may be installed in a reasonable manner for the various recognized holidays. Holiday decorations and lighting may be in use for a period not to exceed thirty (30) days. Holiday decorations and lighting must be placed so as to have a minimum sensory impact on neighboring properties.
7. As per the Covenants, one (1) For Sale or For Rent sign is allowed, designed to meet the appropriate specifications. Signage representing, advertising, or advocating any political candidate, party, or issue, may be allowed using the same parameters for size as above. Signs of a political nature such as these may be displayed no sooner than thirty (30) days prior to an officially recognized election, primary, or run-off, and must be removed within three (3) after the election.