ARTICLE IX Architectural and Landscape Control
Section 9.1 Approval of Plans Required. Except as provided in Section 9.2 below, none of the following actions may be taken until plans and specification for the same have been approved in writing by the ACC:
- The construction of private roads or driveways.
- The construction or erection of any building, fence, wall or other structure, including the installation, erection, or construction of any solar collection device.
- The remodeling, repainting, reconstruction, or alteration of any road, driveway, building or other structure.
- The installation of a landscaping plan.
Section 9.2 Procedure for Approval. Any person wishing to take any of the actions described above shall submit to the ACC two (2) sets of plans and specification showing:
- The size, dimension and material of the improvements;
- The exterior design; The exterior color scheme;
- The exact location of the improvement on the Lot;
- The location of driveways and parking areas;
- The scheme for drainage and grading;
- The proposed landscaping;
- Proposed outdoor lighting; and
- A copy of the septic system design as approved by Pierce County.
Approval of such plans and specifications shall be evidenced by written notation on such plans and specifications, one (1) copy of which shall be delivered to the Owner of the Lot upon which the proposed action is to be taken. The ACC shall not be responsible for any structural defects in such plans or specifications or in any building or structure erected according to such plans and specifications. The ACC shall make its decision within thirty (30) business days from the date the completed plans and specifications are submitted.
Section 9.4 Criteria for Approval. Approval of plans and specifications may be withheld or conditioned if the proposed action is at variance with these covenants, other covenants covering the Property, or design guidelines adopted by the ACC. Approval may also be withheld or conditioned if, in the opinion of the ACC, the proposed action will be detrimental to the community because of the grading and drainage plan, location of the improvement on the Lot, color scheme, finish design proportions, size of home, shape, height, style, materials, outdoor lighting proposed, or landscaping plan.
Section 9.5 Conformity With Approved Plans. It shall be the responsibility of the ACC to determine that actions have been completed in accordance with the plans as submitted and approved. Such determination must be made within sixty (60) days of the completion of the action. If the ACC shall determine that the action does not comply with the plans and specifications as approved it shall notify the Owner within that sixty (60) day period, and the Owner, within such time as the ACC shall specify, but not less than thirty (30) days, shall either remove or alter the improvement or take such other steps as the ACC shall designate.
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