GUIDELINES FOR THE APPROVAL OF DETACHED STRUCTURES

ACC DESIGN GUIDELINE FOR DETACHED BUILDLINGS

Revised May 2007

Purpose: This guideline is established to ensure that detached structures comply with all covenant restrictions, are in harmony with the primary residence, adjacent buildings, and the natural landscape, reflect the spirit and intent of the covenants, and do not adversely affect the value of neighboring properties.

Detached buildings include all buildings located on a residential lot that are related to the primary residence and separated from it by a clear space. Buildings connected by a fence, freestanding wall, or gateway, utility line, or other such connections, are considered to be detached buildings. All such buildings shall be built on permanent foundations and to custom or better building quality standards. Prefabricated storage sheds are not considered detached buildings and will not be approved by the ACC.

1. LOCATION:

a. Detached buildings shall be clustered in close proximity to the residence so as to minimize their impact on open space and so as to appear to be related to the residence.

b. They shall not be placed in setback areas unless a variance is granted by the ACC.

2. SIZE:

a. The area of a detached building shall not exceed 25 percent of the ground floor heated area of the related primary residence.

3. APPEARANCE:

a. All detached buildings shall be one story.

b. Height shall not exceed the height of the related primary residence or 18 feet, whichever is less.

c. Appearance shall be in harmony with the related primary residence, adjacent buildings, and the natural landscape.

4. EXTERNAL FINISH & COLOR:

a. The exterior finish and color, including roofing, of detached buildings shall conform to the unit’s covenant restrictions and the applicable ACC design guidelines.

5. INTERNAL FACILITIES:

a. Only one single family dwelling is permitted on a residential lot. Detached buildings shall not contain utilities or facilities which would support temporary or permanent residential use. Half baths are allowed, kitchen facilities and tubs/showers are not.