The following is a list of materials that have been approved by the Association Board of Trustees. Different materials may still be used but will require Board approval (which will be added to this list for future reference). Improvement application are still required.
Unit (home) owner may replace/upgrade windows and doors at their own discretion. The Associations interest is in maintaining the look, clear separation of unit owner-maintained and Association-maintained areas and, if replacement is required, the quality of Association-maintained materials . The windows construction material, energy rating and other specifics are at the discretion of the home owner. This replacement window standard provides details and pictures. For those instances where the window has failed and leaking into the building structure and causing damage, the home owner is responsible for the replacement of the windows. Additional details in this PDF.
Unit owner may add decorative shutters to the small kitchen window (over the sink) on the Balmoral model. Additionally, for units with a lower-level walk-out shutters may be added to the windows on the lower level. Utility (electric, etc) too close to window may preclude installation. Shutter color and style must match existing shutters. Approved shutters are MidAmerica #28, Forest Green and # 167 Bordeaux. Board approval is required. Please submit an improvement application.
Must be full-view with no bevels, colored or cut glass. Frame must be white with brass handle and kick plate. Multiple manufactures and models are available at Lowe’s and Home Depot. Please indicate the manufacturer and model when submitting an improvement application.
A solar window film, applied to the interior glass surface of windows and doors, can reduce the sun’s heat and protect against fading of carpeting, fabric and wood interior surfaces. Vista Films (www.vista-films.com) part number V33BR (bronze tint) is approved as is 3M Scotchtint RE50NEARL (neutral/grey). Other films may be used but require Board approval. Film must have a low Visible Light Reflected (ext) rating so as not appear mirror-like. For example, V33BR has a VLR rating of 25%.
White (see exterior trim color below), movement/swing: in. Blinds-between-glass are optional. Number of mullions/panes should match existing windows or not be used. See approved Lowe’s Item # 290270: Reliabilt, 72″, Blinds Between the Glass, Steel Patio Door. For other choices please provide the manufacturer and model number when submitting an improvement application. Approved for both patio and deck doors.
Replacement door must look the same from the exterior as existing door. Suggested vendors:
Overhead Door (www.overheaddoor.com), Classic Raised Panel w/ Stockton #1 window. Model 173, Standard Panel (uninsulated), Model 183 (insulated R7.4), Model 391, Standard Panel (insulated, R 9.83).
Anderson Door (www.andersondoor.com) Raised Panel w/ Stockton window.
Panel must match exactly Sherwin Williams SW7508, Tavern Taupe, Window trim/mullions SW7547, Sandbar.
Retractable (motorized). Approved products: SunShelter Series from KE Durasol (www.keoutdoordesign.us/) and Eclipse from Eclipse Awning Systems (www.eclipseawning.com). Approved fabrics (Sunbrella, www.sunbrella.com): Oyster (4642), Heaher Beige (4672) or Taupe (4648), Sand Graduated Stripe (4936). Other fabrics require Board approval. Awning is purchased and maintained at the Unit Owner expense.
The unit owner can add stairs to the deck these guidelines. Prior approval by the Board is required. Once built to this standard the stairs are considered limited common area (like the deck) and will be maintained by the Association.
For those unit in the 4th fairway where errant golf balls may be a hazard range ball netting (example) may be installed using an aluminum tube (conduit) or wood (2×2) frame so as to be inconspicuous. Frame shall be easily removable without damage to Association property (deck)
As with all electrical/mechanical/plumbing systems in each individual unit is the responsibility of the unit owner. The Association needs only to be consulted with regard to the exterior portion of the air conditioner (compressor). Guidelines and specifications are provided here.
Approved location is the front door sidewalk median of the interior units of a 4-unit building. Unit owner may install a trellis. The Grande Trellis from New England Arbors has been approved. Once built to this standard the stairs are considered limited common area (like the deck) and will be maintained by the Association.
The sump pump is part of the mechanical systems for which the unit owner is responsible. Suggestions for checking and replacing the sump pump are offered in this note.
Siding Paint Base: Sherwin Williams (SW) Superpaint, Satin
Color: SW7508, Tavern Taupe
Trim Paint Base: SW Superpaint, Gloss
Color: SW7547. Sandbar
Accent (front door) Color:
SW2259, Dense Forest (green)
SW6020, Marooned (red)
Deck (rails & pickets, etc.) Stain Color: SW7508, Tavern Taupe
Deck (floor) SW Woodscape acrylic solid color stain
Color: SW3074, Mushroom
Window/Door trim: SW Duration Satin, Super White
Shutters:
MidAmerica #28, Forest Green
MidAmerica # 167 Bordeaux
Note that this paint information should be for reference only as the Association has the responsibility for painting the exterior is the buildings.
Replacement Deck Flooring:
Treated wood, 5×4″ x 6″ installed with exterior rated (coated or stainless steel) screws. All part of the decks are limited common area and maintained by the Association.