NOTE: These Supplemental Guidelines are in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Architectural Guidelines adopted pursuant to Section 4.3 of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for Graywood. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as modified for the White Oak Neighborhood, the General Guidelines shall apply.
Architectural Standards ? Acadian, French Country, French Colonial Style architecture required.
Minimum Square Footage ? 5000 sq. feet
Maximum Square Footage ? No maximum
NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.
No variance without being presented to the NCC for approval. All square footage numbers refer to air-conditioned living space.
Exterior Detail
Foundations ? Minimum 30 inches above curb measured at the top of the street directly in front of the home and the center finished floor elevation of the unit. If in a flood zone, the unit elevation must meet FEMA?s regulations (eleven (11) mean sea level) for minimum elevation construction.
Soffits ? No variance.
Siding ? No variance, see guidelines.
Shutters ? Shutters shall be proportionate in size to the window. Shutters must be operable and tie back hardware is required. Shutters must be constructed of wood or heavy vinyl. All shutters must be submitted for approval.
Windows ? No variance. All windows must be submitted for approval.
Beam Wraps ? All beams must be wrapped with wood or cement board. Vinyl is not allowed.
Roofs ? No variance. Roof mounted skylights on the front of a primary structure is prohibited.
Garage Door Header ? Each auto space must have its own garage door and the headers must be arched. Door headers must be constructed of brick, wood, or cement board. Vinyl headers are prohibited. Front entry garage doors are not permitted.
Exterior Doors ? All front doors must be wood. Metal clad and fiberglass doors are allowed on side and rear of the residence. The use of sliding glass doors is prohibited.
Chimneys ? Chimneys shall be constructed of material, which is consistent with exterior of house and shall not be noted on the plans at the time they are submitted. Stucco or masonry is preferred.
Decks ? No variance.
Porches ? No variance.
Columns ? No variance.
Exterior Lighting ? No variance.
Gutters ? Not required. Please adhere to the guidelines for underground drainage if gutters are installed.
Exterior Colors ? No variance. Historical color palette as approved by the NCC.
The use of Authentic Used Brick is strongly recommended.
Site Standards
Setback requirements
Front ? 50 feet build to line
Side Setback ? 30 feet
Rear Setback ? 50 feet
Fences ? No variance. Any fencing must be submitted for approval.
Landscaping ? No variance. Landscaping value must be at least 5% of the cost of the house including lot. The landscape plan must include an underground sprinkler system.
Front Courtyard Fencing ? Must be brick, stucco, wrought iron, or a combination of.
Screening ? Exterior screening of trash containers is required.
Property Improvements ? No variance.
Recreational Items/Vehicles ? No variance.
Driveways ? Straight entry is not allowed. Curved driveways are required.
Construction Timeline
The commencement and completion of construction shall be complete within three years after the transfer of title to the unit to the owner. In accordance with Section 4.3 of the Declaration, each Owner shall submit an application for the construction of a dwelling or residence within 18 months after the date the unit is transferred to the Owner. Once construction is commenced, it shall be diligently pursued to completion and shall be completed within 18 months of commencement.