NOTE: This supplement is in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood identified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

Architectural Standards:
Minimum Square Footage – 2200 sq. feet
Maximum Square Footage – 3500 sq. feet

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

Exterior Detail

1. Soffits – No variance
2. Foundations – No variance
3. Siding – No variance
4. Shutters – No variance
5. Windows – No variance
6. Roofs – No variance
7. Garages/Garage Door – No variance
8. Doors – No variance
9. Chimneys – No variance
10. Decks – No variance
11. Site Standards
12. Setback Requirements
13. Front – 35’
14. Side – 10’
15. Corner Lot Side Setback – 15’
16. Rear – 20’
17. Special Setbacks – 35’ on lots 1 through 22
18. Driveways – No variance
19. Fences – No variance
20. Landscape – No variance
21. Construction Timeline
22. The commencement and completion of construction shall be within two 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 one year 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 with one year of commencement.

 

Indigo

 

NOTE: This supplement is in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood indentified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

Architectural Standards:
Minimum Square Footage – 2800 sq. feet
Maximum Square Footage – N/A
NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.
Exterior Detail

1. Soffits – No variance
2. Foundations – No variance
3. Siding – No variance
4. Shutters – No variance
5. Windows – No variance
6. Roofs – No variance
7. Garages/Garage Doors – No variance
8. Doors – No variance
9. Chimneys – No variance
10. Decks – No variance
11. Site Standards
12. Setback Requirements
    Front – 50'
    Side – 15'
    Rear – 25'
    Special Rear Setbacks – 35' on lots 1 through 22
    Driveways – No variance
    Fences – No variance
    Landscape – No variance

 

 

NOTE: This supplement is in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood identified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards:

Minimum Square Footage – 2500 sq. feet

Maximum Square Footage – N/A

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

 

1. Exterior Detail
2. Soffits – No variance
3. Foundations – No variance
4. Siding – No variance
5. Shutters – No variance
6. Windows – No variance
7. Roofs – No variance
8. Garages/Garage Doors – No variance
9. Doors – No variance
10. Chimneys – No variance
11. Decks – No variance
12. Site Standards
13. Setback Requirements
14. Front – 50’
15. Side – 10’
16. Rear – 20’
17. Special Setbacks – 35’ on Golf and Gray Plantation Drive
18. Driveways – No variance
19. Fences – No variance
20. Landscape – No variance

 

 

NOTE: This supplement is in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood indentified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards – (i.e. Creole Cottage, Acadian Cottage, French Country, West Indies, French Colonial, Bracket House, Garden Cottage).

Minimum Square Footage – 1650 sq. feet

Maximum Square Footage – 2400 sq. feet

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

Exterior Detail:

1.  Soffits – Porch & roof soffit can be vinyl.

2.  Foundations – Minimum 20” from curb of street.
3.  Siding – Front facades will be permitted (i.e. brick front with side and rear elevations of siding).

4.  Shutters – Tie backs not required.

5.  Windows – No variance on front. Vinyl with interior mullions allowed on side and rear only. Aluminum not allowed.

6.  Roofs – No variance

7.  Garage/Garage Door:  Front entry allowed with 20’ minimum setback from front of primary structure.

Single bay allowed.

8.  Doors – No variance on front. The side and rear can be metal.

9.  Chimneys – Material must be consistent with the exterior of the house.

10. Decks – Painted decks are not required.

11. Preferred exterior color palette.

12. Individual House and Streetscape Massing – Identical or similar massings and architectural styles adjacent to or across the street from one another is discouraged.

Site Standards :

1. Setback Requirements
2. Front – 30’ (Build to line)
3. Side – 5’
4. Corner Lot Side Setback – 15’
5. Rear – 20’
6. Special Setbacks – N/A
7. Driveways – Straight front and side entry are allowed.
8. Fences – No variance. See fencing examples for approved fencing. Side fencing cannot exceed back line of the house and offset a minimum of 10’ from the rear property line. Privacy fences are permitted on side and rear property lines for the following lots that border the utility easement: 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 29, 30, 31, 32, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42. See approved fence examples for design details. All fence plans must be submitted to the NCC for approval prior to construction.

9.  Landscape – Provide $2,500.00 or 1.5% of cost of house and lot whichever is greater in accordance with general guidelines. Sides and back is preferred but not required. Corner lots must have tree massing. See attached exhibit for details.
10.  Irrigation is preferred but not required.
11.  Trash container, mechanical and utility equipment screening is preferred.

 

NOTE: This supplement is in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood identified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards: See Camellia Design Booklet. All modifications to the Camellia plans must be presented to the NCC for approval.

Minimum Square Footage – 2000 sq. feet

Maximum Square Footage – 3000 sq. feet

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

Exterior Detail: 

1. Soffits - Porch and roof soffits can be vinyl.
2. Foundations – Minimum 30” above curb.
3. Siding – Front facades will be permitted (i.e. Combination brick and siding, stucco).

4. Shutters – No variance

5. Windows – No variance

6. Roofs – No variance

7. Garages/Garage Doors – Front entry allowed with 10’ minimum setback from front of primary structure. No variance on garage doors.
8. Doors – No variance

9. Chimneys – Material must be consistent with exterior of house.

10.Decks – Painted decks are not required.

11. Preferred historical color palette.

 

 

Setback Requirements :

1. Front – 10ft. (Build to line)
2. Side – 5ft.
3. Corner Lot Side Setback – 5ft.
4. Rear – 5ft.
5. Driveways – Straight front allowed.
6. Fences – See attached front fencing designs and placement. Rear fencing is permitted on the property line with open fencing (i.e. Wrought Iron). Screening can be accomplished with landscaping on the inside of the property line. Closed fencing in private courtyards must be presented to NCC for approval.
7. Landscape – Provide 1.5% of cost of house and lot including sod. 2% required on Lots 7-14 due to front & rear exposure. Sides are preferred but not required. Zoysia grass is required.
8. Irrigation is required.
9. Trash container, mechanical and utility equipment screening is required.
10. Construction Timeline :  The commencement and completion of construction shall be completed within two 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 one year 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 with one year of commencement.

Lawn Maintenance:  Additional fee for lawn maintenance will be added to the General HOA fee. (See the following for fee breakdown).

 

Quarterly Homeowners Association Fee                $210.00
Quarterly Lawn Maintenance Fee                           $233.50
TOTAL                                                                   $443.50

*Fees will be billed quarterly.

Lawn maintenance will include the following:

• Mow front and back lawn. No enclosed courtyard/private areas will be maintained by Graywood.
• Edge sidewalk and driveway.
• Weed-eat.
• Blow off sidewalk and driveway.

 

The Lawn Maintenance Fee is mandatory.

NOTE:  The above fees are in force for the year 2011 and are subject to change annually.

 

NOTE: These supplemental Architectural Guidelines are in addition to 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 amended or modified for the Azalea Neighborhood, the general Architectural Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards: See pre-approved Azalea plans. All modifications to the Azalea plans must be presented to the New Construction Committee (NCC) for approval.

Minimum Square Footage – 1800 sq. feet

Minimum Square Footage – 1400 sq. feet (for first floor in a two story residence)

Maximum Square Footage – N/A

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

Exterior Details:

1. Soffits – Porch and roof soffit can be vinyl. Plywood or metal soffits are prohibited.
2. Foundations – Minimum 18 inches above curb measured at the center of the Unit.
3. Siding – Siding may be wood, cement board, or Smart board. Vinyl siding is prohibited.
4. Shutters – Shutters shall be proportionate in size to the window. Operable and tie back shutters are optional, but their use is encouraged on the front of residences. Shutters shall be constructed of wood or heavy plastic.
5. Windows – Vinyl windows with interior mullions are allowed.
6. Beam Wraps – Front beams must be wrapped with wood or cement board. Rear beams may be wrapped with vinyl, but wood or cement board is preferred.
7. Roofs – No variance. Roof mounted skylights on primary structure of house are not prohibited.
8. Garages/Garage Doors – All residences must have a garage. Single bay two-car garage doors are allowed. Front entry garages are prohibited. No garage can be incorporated into the living area of the home without prior approval from the NCC.
9. Garage Door Header – Garage door headers must be constructed of brick, wood, or cement board. Vinyl headers are prohibited.
10. .Exterior Doors – All front doors must be wood. Metal and fiberglass doors are allowed on the side and rear of the residence. The use of glass sliding doors on the residence is prohibited.
11. Chimneys – Chimneys shall be constructed of material which must be consistent with exterior of the house.
12. Decks – No variance.
13. Porches – Minimum projection of 3 feet.
14. Columns – No variance.
15.  Exterior Lighting – No variance (See general Architectural Guidelines for Graywood’s pre-approved list of flood lights).
16. Gutters – The use of gutters is not required; however, it is encouraged. If utilized, all down spouts shall extend below grade and shall be connected to a subsurface drain or pop-up drain. Discharge onto driveways/sidewalks is prohibited.
17. Exterior Colors – Preferred historical color palette as approved by the NCC.
18. Individual House and Streetscape Massing – Similar massing and architectural styles for residences adjacent to or across the street are allowed; however, identical massing and styles shall be prohibited.

 

Site Standards

Setback Requirements:

1. Front setbacks – The front property line for all residences shall be on West Azalea Street. The front setback for all residences, with the exception of the residences on Units 9 through 12, inclusive, shall be a minimum of 20 feet from their front property lines. The front setback of the residences on Units 9 through 12, inclusive, shall be a minimum of five feet from the street right of way line for the cul-de-sac.
2. Rear setbacks – The rear setback of all residences, with the exception of Units 9 and 10, shall be a minimum of 10 feet from their rear property lines. There shall be no minimum rear setback requirement for the residences on Units 9 and 10.
3. Side Setbacks – The side setback of the residence on Units 1 and 20 shall be a minimum of 15 feet from their north side property lines and a minimum of eight feet six inches from their south side property lines. The side set-backs of the residences on Units 2 through 9, inclusive, shall be a minimum of one foot six inches from their north side property lines and minimum of eight feet six inches from their south side property lines.
4. Likewise, the side setbacks of the residences on Units 12 through 19, inclusive, shall be a minimum of one foot six inches from their north side property lines and a minimum of eight feet six inches from their south side property lines. The side setback of the residences on Unit 10 and 11 shall be a minimum of one foot six inches from their north side property lines. There shall be no minimum setback requirement from the south side property lines of Units 10 and 11.
5. No residence shall be closer to any other residence than ten feet. All dimensions specified above shall be exclusive of roof overhangs.
6. Driveways – Driveway aprons shall be a minimum of 20 feet from the face of the garage door with straight fronts allowed.
7. Fences – The use of closed fencing is prohibited. Fencing around the side and rear yards must be open fencing (i.e. wrought iron or aluminum). Side fencing cannot exceed back line of house. Rear fencing may follow property line. No fence shall be more than six feet in height. Screening can be accomplished with landscaping on the inside of the property line.
8. Front Courtyard Fencing – All fencing will be made of brick, stucco, wrought iron, or a combination thereof.
9. Special Exterior Walls – Each residence constructed on Units 2 through 19, inclusive shall have a “Special Exterior Wall” on its north side, which shall be a brick veneer constructed wall whereby operating windows, doors, or other similar openings, and obscured glass or block windows shall be prohibited. Small non operating windows located at the top of the “Special Exterior Wall” are allowed. Any of the restrictions pertaining to Special Exterior Walls stated above shall also apply to any fences and/or privacy walls between two residences.
10. .Landscaping and Sod – The cost for landscaping each Unit shall be equal to exceed 1.5% of original contract price for the Unit. Front yards shall be landscaped however, landscaping of side and back yards is not required, but encouraged. All lawn areas are not landscaped shall have sod. In addition, irrigation of a Unit is not required, but is preferred.
11. .Screening – Exterior screening of trash containers and mechanical and utility equipment is required.
12. .Mailbox – Each owner shall purchase the standard mailbox as used throughout Graywood, and approved by the NCC.
13. .Property Improvements – No variance
14. .Recreational Items and Vehicles – No variance
15. .Construction Time Frame – The commencement and completion of construction shall be completed within two years after the transfer of title to the Unit to the Owner.

 

 

NOTE: These supplemental Architectural Guidelines are in addition to not and 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 amended or modified for the Sassafras Neighborhood, the general Architectural Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards

Square Footage Requirements: Based on the Air- Conditioned (Living ) Square Footage

Main Dwelling/Residence:

        Minimum: 2800 sq. feet

        Maximum: N/A

Outbuildings/Accessory Structures:

        Minimum: No requirements

        Maximum: 1500 sq. feet for each building

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.
 

1. Foundations:  Finished floor elevations shall meet FEMA's flood plain requirements and, in no case, shall that elevation be less than eleven (11) feet above mean sea level.
2. Windows:  No variance.
3. Roofs:  Roofs for main dwelling or structures shall be in conformance with the Architectural Guidelines for Graywood. All construction details for outbuildings/accessory structures, including roof materials, soffits, and roof pitch shall be submitted to the NCC of the Graywood Homeowners Association for review and approval.
4. Building Heights:  Maximum building height for any main dwelling or residence shall be 40 feet as measured from the top of the foundation slab. Building Heights for all outbuildings/accessory structures shall be as determined by the NCC.
5. Other Architectural Standards:  All other Architectural Standards shall be in conformance with the Architectural Standards for Graywood. All modifications must be presented to the NCC for review and approval.

 

Site Standards

 Setback Requirements for Main Residence/Dwelling:

1. Front setbacks: The front setback for all residences or dwellings, with the exception of the residence on Unit 11, shall be a minimum of 100 feet from their front property lines. Due to the location of a pipeline right-of-way, the front setback of any residence or dwelling on Unit 11 shall be a minimum of fifty feet from its front property line.
2. Side setbacks:  Although no particular side setback is stated, each residence or dwelling within Sassafras shall be located so that each residence or dwelling is centered within the Owner?s Unit. The side setback of the residences or dwelling shall be of equal distance on either side of the residence or dwelling.
3. Setback Requirements for Outbuildings/Accessory Structures: The location of any outbuilding/accessory structure on any Unit within Sassafras shall be subject to the review and approval of the NCC. Each Owner shall submit a site plan indicating the proposed location of such structures setting forth the particular location and the distance from the Unit's property lines.
4. Fences:   Fencing on any Unit within Sassafras shall be subject to and in conformance with the Architectural Standards of Graywood. The erection of fencing on the front property line of any Unit shall be mandatory and the responsibility of the Owner. Fencing must be the standard Graywood fencing design. In addition, unless required by the City of Lake Charles, no fence shall be more than six feet in height.
5. Enclosures around pools or for the keeping or storing of dogs or horses shall require the review and approval of the NCC. Prior to the construction of an enclosure, the Owner shall submit to the NCC detailed plans outlining the design, color, materials, and location of any proposed enclosure. All enclosures shall be in conformance with any state or Calcasieu Parish regulations or any other applicable local regulations. With respect to enclosures for horses, each Owner must be in conformance with City Ordinance Section 4.5, which requires that each horse enclosure shall be located at least 150 feet from any neighboring residence. Horse enclosure design shall be the Graywood fencing design.
6. The use of chain link fence is prohibited; however, the NCC may grant a variance for the use of such fencing after a period of review and approval. If a variance is granted allowing the use of chain-link fencing, such fences shall not be visible from any common area, road, golf course, or adjacent Unit. In addition, the fence must be black coated and screened with the use of landscaping on the inside of the property line.
7. Air-Conditioning Units:  Thru-wall or window air-conditioning units in main dwellings or residences shall be prohibited. The use of thru-wall or window air-conditioning units shall be limited to outbuilding or accessory structures.
8. Other Site Standards:  All other Site Standards shall be in conformance with the Architectural Standards for Graywood.

 

 

General Landscape Standards

1. Cost of Landscaping:  The total cost for landscaping each Unit shall be equal to or exceed 3% of the appraised value of the Unit and any dwelling or structure located thereon. Front yards, including along any driveways, walkways, and front entryways of dwellings shall be landscaped by the Owner, and the cost of such landscaping shall be equal to or exceed 1% of the appraised value of the Unit and any dwelling or structure located thereon.
2. Location of Sod:  Owners shall sod the front and side yards of any Unit and such sod shall be located from the edge of the dwelling or residence and extend for a distance of 35 feet. The placement of sod in the back yard of any Unit is not required, but if sod is not used, the back lawn shall be sprigged or seeded a distance of 35 feet extending from the building edge of the dwelling or residence
3. Irrigation:  Irrigation of the lawn area of a Unit is not required; however, if any planting beds are located on a Unit, such planting beds shall be irrigated.
4. Screening:   Exterior screening of air-conditioning units, trash containers, and any mechanical and utility equipment with landscaping of sufficient size to screen such items from the view of any street or neighboring Unit shall be required.
5. Excavation on Units:  Excavation on any Unit shall be prohibited; however, excavation for a pond may be allowed if a variance is granted by the NCC. To request a variance for excavation of a pond, a detailed site plan evidencing the location and an application setting forth the methods of excavation and the disposal of excavated material shall be provided to the NCC for review.
6. Landscaping Outbuildings:   Landscaping around or surrounding outbuildings/accessory structures shall not be required, but is recommended. If an Owner undertakes to landscape around an outbuilding or accessory structure, such plans shall be submitted to the NCC for review and the plans shall be in conformance with the Architectural Standards for Graywood.

7. Additional Guidelines for Sassafras:  Livestock Restrictions: Livestock shall not be permitted in Sassafras. No Owner may keep, store, or shelter any livestock within any Unit within Sassafras. Notwithstanding this provision, each Owner may keep or store up to two horses within Sassafras, so long as the Owner meets all applicable rules and regulations regarding the keeping and enclosing of horses as set forth in the Architectural Guidelines, these Supplemental Architectural Guidelines, and any applicable city ordinance.

Construction Timeline

Completion of Construction:  The commencement and completion of construction shall be completed 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.

 

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 Cypress Turn Neighborhood, the General Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards
The plans have been pre-approved as per architectural drawings designed by Glenn Angelle, Architect. All modifications to the Cypress Turn plans must be presented to the NCC for approval.

1. Minimum/Maximum Square Footage: These are stipulated on the approved drawings. No variance without being presented to the NCC for approval.

2. Exterior Detail:  All exterior elevations are shown on the drawings and may not be modified architecturally, change in materials, or colors without presenting the request to the NCC for approval.

3. Foundations:  Minimum 18 inches above curb measured at the edge of Graymarket Drive and the center finished floor elevation of the unit

4. Shutters:  Shutters shall be proportionate in size to the window. Operable and tie back shutters are require.  Shutters shall be constructed of wood or heavy vinyl.

5. Windows:  No variance on front and exposed side windows. Surface applied grids or internal grid allowed on back of home.

6. Beam Wraps:  Front beams must be wrapped with wood or cement board. Rear beams may be wrapped with vinyl, but wood or vinyl is preferred.

7. Roofs:   No variance. Roof mounted skylights on primary structures are prohibited.

8. Garage Door Header:  Garage door headers must be constructed of brick, wood, or cement board. Vinyl headers are prohibited.

9. Exterior Doors:  All front doors must be wood. Metal and fiberglass doors are allowed on the side and rear of the residence. The use of sliding glass doors is prohibited.

10. Chimneys:   Chimneys shall be constructed of material which is consistent with exterior of house.

11. Decks:  No variance.

12. Columns:  No variance.

13. Exterior Lighting:   No variance.

14. Gutters:   Not required however it is encouraged. See Architectural Guidelines for gutter details.

15. Exterior Colors:  No variance. Historical color palette as approved by the NCC.

Site Standards

1. Setback Requirements:  To be in accordance with the layout as per design drawings. To be modified upon the final survey and approved by the NCC.
2. Landscaping:  Irrigation is required for all common spaces and front yards. No variance. A complete landscape plan must be submitted to the NCC for approval.
3. Fences:   No variance. As per architectural drawings and specifications.
4. Front Courtyard Fencing:  Must be brick, stucco, wrought iron, or a combination of the above.
5. Screening:  Exterior screening of trash containers shall be required.
6. Property Improvements:  No Variance.
7. Recreational Items/Vehicles:  No variance.

 

NOTE: This supplement is in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlines below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood identified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

Architectural Standards – All modifications to the Primrose plans must be presented to the NCC for approval.

 

Minimum Square Footage – 2000 sq. feet

Maximum Square Footage – 3000 sq. feet

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

• Exterior Detail
• Soffits – Porch & roof soffit may be vinyl
• Foundations – Minimum 22 inches above curb.
• Siding – Front facades will be permitted (i.e. Combination brick and siding, stucco).
• Shutters – No variance.
• Windows – No variance.
• Roofs – No variance.
• Garages/Garage Doors – Front entry allowed with 10’ minimum setback from front of primary structure. No variance on garage doors.
• Doors – No variance.
• Chimneys – Material must be consistent with exterior of house.
• Decks – Concrete patios only (may have slate or brick surface). All patios to be on original plan and submitted to the NCC. No wooden decks permitted.
• Exterior Colors – Preferred historical color palette.

 

• Site Standards
  • Setback Requirements
  • Front – 10ft.(Build to line)
  • Side – 5ft.
  • Corner Lot Side Setback – 5ft.
  • Rear – 10ft.
  • Driveways:  Straight front allowed.
  • Fences:  No front fencing allowed. Front courtyard fencing allowed with brick and wrought iron.

Rear fencing permitted on the property line with open fencing (i.e. wrought iron). Screening can be accomplished with landscaping on inside of the property line. Closed fencing in private courtyards must be presented to the NCC for approval.  All fence design and placement must be approved by NCC.

• Landscape Standards
• Provide 1.5% of cost of house and lot including sod. 2% required on Lots 1-15 due to front & rear exposure.
• Side landscaping is preferred but not required.
• Zoysia grass is required.
• Irrigation is required.
• Trash container, mechanical and utility equipment screening is required.
• Construction Timeline:  The commencement and completion of construction shall be completed within two 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 one year 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 with one year of commencement.
• Lawn Maintenance – Additional fee for lawn maintenance will be added to the General HOA fee. (See following fee breakdown).

 

Primrose Lawn Maintenance Fee Schedule

Quarterly Homeowners Association Fee            $210.00
Quarterly Lawn Maintenance Fee                       $244.25
TOTAL                                                               $454.25

*Fees will be billed quarterly.

Lawn maintenance will include the following:

• Mow front and back lawn. No enclosed courtyard/private areas will be maintained by Graywood.
• Edge sidewalk and driveway.
• Weed-eat.
• Blow off sidewalk and driveway.

The lawn maintenance fee is mandatory.

NOTE: The above fees are in force for the year 2011 and are subject to change annually.

 

 

NOTE: This supplement in addition to and not in lieu of the general requirements of the Design Guidelines. Specific areas where variances are allowed are outlined below. Except as amended or modified for the neighborhood identified above, the General Design Guidelines shall apply.

 

Architectural Standards

Minimum Square Footage  3000 sq. feet

Maximum Square Footage  N/A

NOTE: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.
 

• 1.  Building Height  Maximum 40ft. 

• 2.  OutBuilding:   

  •       Minimum  -  None

  •       Maximum  -  1300 st. ft.

  •       Mximum Building Height -  40ft.

•  

• Exterior Detail

• 1.  Foundations - Finished floor elevation must meet FEMA's flood plain requirement of at least eleven (11) mean sea level.

• 2.  Soffits - No variance.

• 3.  Siding - No variance.

• 4.  Shutters - No variance.

• 5.  Windows - No variance.

• 6.  Roofs - No variance.

• 7.  Garages/Garage Doors - No variance.

• 8.  Doors - No variance.

• 9.  Chimneys - No variance.

• 10. Decks - No variance.

 

Site Standards

• 1.  Setback Requirements:
  •     (Units 2 through 6 -Golf Course)
•     Front - 50ft  minimum.
•     Sides -  20ft minimum and centered on lot.
  •     Rear - 60ft  minimum. Residence should be positioned parallel with real property line and aligned     with neighboring residence if possible. 
  •     (Unit 1)
•     Front 1 50ft  minimum.
•     Side - 20ft minimum and centered on lot.
•     Rear - 50ft  minimum.
• 2,  Driveways/Sidewalks - No variance.
• 3.  Fences - No variance.
• General Landscape Standards
• 1.  Cost of Landscaping - The total cost for landscaping each Unit shall be equal to or exceed 3% of the appraised value of the Unit and any dwelling or structure located thereon. Front yards, including along any driveways, walkways, and main entrance shall be landscaped by the Owner, and the cost of such landscaping shall be equal to or exceed 1% of the appraised value of the Unit and any dwelling or structure located thereon.
• Location of Sod - Owner shall sod the front and side yards of any Unit and such sod shall be located from the building edge of the dwelling or residence and extend to the property line. The sodding of the back yards of Unit 1 through 6 to the property line is required.
• 2.  Irrigation - Irrigation beds and sod areas are required.
• A/C units, trash containers, and utility equipment screening is required.
• Landscaping of outbuildings is recommended but not required.
• Tree Removal - Tree removal should occur only on an as needed basis.
• Construction Timeline
• The commencement and completion of construction shall be completed 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 eighteen 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 with eighteen months of commencement.

 

REVISED 4-9-10

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 Jasmine Neighborhood, the General Guidelines shall apply.

Important Note- Acadian, French Country, French Colonial style architectural required. Strict adherence to the Acadian/French Country architectural style will be enforced. Only traditional finishes and colors will be allowed. All materials must be submitted for review as per the Architectural Graywood Guidelines before any work can commence.
 

Architectural Standards

• Minimum/Maximum Square Footage

  Minimum 2300 sq. feet
  Maximum 3500 sq. feet
  Lots 1-3 ---------No minimum story restriction                                  
  Lots 33-36 ------Lot 36 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred                      
  Lots 49-52-------Lot 50 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 68-72-------Lots 70,72 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 95-109-----Lots 97,100,102,107 reuires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 110-112---Lot 110 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred 

  Minimum 1800 sq. feet
  Maximum 3000 sq. feet
  Lots 4-27--------Lots 5,15,20,24,27 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred                   
  Lots 83-94------Lots 81,85,88,93 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred  

  Minimum 1800 sq. feet
  Maximum 3000 sq. feet
  Lots 28-32-------Lot 32 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 37-42-------Lot 41 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 43-48-------Lot 48 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 53-59-------Lots 53,58 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 60-67-------Lot 64 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred
  Lots 73-82-------Lots 76,81 requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred 

  Minimum 2500 sq. feet
  Maximum 3800 sq. feet
  Lots 113-133----Lots 113,118,122,126,129,132,134, requires 1 1/2 story, 2 story preferred 

• Note: All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.

Exterior Detail

1. Foundations- Minimum 24 inches above curb measured at the top of the street curb directly in front of the home and the center finished floor elevation of the unit. Builder/Homeowner is responsible for installing the five foot wide sidewalk, beginning four feet from back of the street curb at the front and or side of the lot.
2. All first floors living area ceiling heights must be a minimum of ten feet. Second floor living area ceiling heights must be a minimum of nine feet.
3. Soffits- Roof soffit and fascia may be vinyl. No other vinyl allowed.
4. Siding- No variance.
5. Shutters- Shutters must be proportionate in size to the window. Operable and tie back shutters are preferred. Shutters must have tie back hardware regardless if they are operable or not, and shall be constructed of wood or heavy plastic. All shutters must be submitted for approval. Shutters must be a traditional earth tone color.
6. Windows- No variance on front elevation of the home and exposed side windows. All windows that face the street or the side, when a corner lot, must have exterior grids. Bright Aluminum not allowed. Windows must be submitted for approval. Failure to submit for approval may result in removal if prior approval is not issued.
7. Beam Wraps- All beams must be wrapped with wood or cement board. No other products will be approved.
8. Roofs- No variance. Shingles must be architectural grade and earth tone. Roof mounted skylights on the front of a primary structure are prohibited. Ridge caps are preferred.
9. Garage/Garage Door Headers- Garage door headers must be constructed of brick, wood, or cement board. Vinyl or stucco headers are prohibited. Front entry garage doors are permitted. If a front entry garage is used the front of the garage must be set back a minimum of 15 feet from the face of the primary structure.
10. Exterior Doors- All front doors must be wood. Stain is preferred. If painted the color must be earth tone colored and must have prior approval. No bright painted doors are allowed. Metal clad and fiberglass doors are allowed on the side and rear of the residence only. The use of sliding glass doors is prohibited.
11. Chimneys- Chimneys shall be constructed of either brick or stucco. An arched copper metal chimney cover or arched design made of brick which matches the chimney brick is required. 
12. Decks- No variance.
13. Porches- Front porches are required. See guideline definition of porch. No variance.
14. Columns: No Variance. All columns must be detailed on the drawings and submitted for approval showing size, style, and or taper. Fiberglass columns are discouraged.
15. Exterior Lighting- No variance.
16. Gutters- Not required. Please adhere to the guidelines for underground drainage if gutters are installed.
17. Exterior Colors- No variance. Historical color palette as approved by the NCC.
18. No fountains in the front yard are allowed unless shielded by a solid courtyard wall that fits with the architecture of the home and meets the guidelines.

 

Site Standards

Setback requirements- Set back is from property line to the foundation edge.

 

1. Front- Must start building line at 17 feet from the front property line.
2. Side- To meet the City of Lake Charles side setback code requirement, the set back minimum is 6 feet from the foundation to side property line or greater depending on the design of the soffit width. In no case shall the eave line encroach into the five foot set back from the side property line.
3. Corner Lot side setback- 10 feet
4. Rear: Rear Ally loaded lots have a 25 feet setback from property line. Front loaded lots have a minimum rear set back of 15 feet.
5. Fences- No variance except as follows: Perimeter fencing is allowed on the rear and side property of homes that directly back up to an alley. If fencing is requested the location must be submitted for approval. Front low profile fencing is allowed but must be submitted for approval with landscape plan.
6. For lots that are front loaded, side Courtyard Fencing is allowed but must be brick, stucco, wrought iron, or a combination of, and must be submitted for approval.
7. Property Improvements- No variance.
8. Recreational Items/ Vehicles- No variance.
9. Driveways- Straight entry is allowed but curved driveways are preferred and encouraged whenever possible, and must be shown on the site plan and approved by the NCC.
10. Landscaping Requirements- A minimum of 3% of the value of the lot and house must be spent on landscape plants, exclusive of the irrigation system and sod. All front yards must include a sprinkler system. All yards must be sodded, front, side, and rear. Builder/Owner must include in the landscape budget one, 2 inch caliber Little Gem or Teddy Bear Magnolia tree (Single Trunk and Tree Formed, Eight to Ten Feet in height) to be planted three (3) feet behind the sidewalk into the front lawn. Corner lots must provide 2 trees, one at the front and one on the side.  The tree value shall be included in the landscape budget.  Zoysia grass is required.
11. Construction Timeline
12. The commencement and completion of construction shall be complete within two 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 one year after the date the unit is transferred to the Owner. Once construction is commenced, it shall be diligently pursued to the completion and shall be completed within one year of commencement.

 

 

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 Sawgrass Neighborhood, the General Guidelines shall apply.

Architectural Standards – Acadian, French Country, French Colonial style architectural required.

• Minimum square footage for Lots #3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 28, 27, 26, 25 – 3500 sq. feet
• Maximum square footage for Lots #3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 28, 27, 26, 25 – No maximum
• Minimum square footage for Lots # 1, 2, 15-24, 9-14 – 2800 sq. feet
• Maximum square footage for Lots # 1, 2, 15-24, 9-14 – No maximum
• No variance without being presented to the NCC for approval. All square footage numbers refer to air conditioned living space.
• Exterior Detail
  1. Foundations – Minimum 30 inches above curb measured at the top of the street curb directly in front of the home and the center finished floor elevation of the unit. If in a flood zone the unit must beet FEMA Regulations.
  2. Soffits – No variance.
  3. Siding – No variance.
• 4.  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.
• 5.  Windows – No variance. All windows must be submitted for approval.
• 6.  Beam Wraps – All beams must be wrapped with wood or cement board. Vinyl is not allowed.
• 7.  Roofs – No variance. Roof mounted skylights on the front of a primary structure is prohibited.
• 8.  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.
• 9.  Exterior Doors – All front doors must be wood. Metal clad and fiberglass doors are allowed on the side and rear of the residence. The use of sliding doors is prohibited.
• 10.Chimneys – Chimneys shall be constructed of material which is consistent with exterior of house and shall be noted on the plans at the time they are submitted. Stucco or masonry is preferred.
• 11.Decks – No variance.
• 12.Porches – No variance.
• 13.Columns – No variance.
• 14.Exterior Lighting – No variance.
• 15.Gutters – Not required. Please adhere to the guidelines for underground drainage if gutters are installed.
• 16.Exterior Colors – No variance. Historical color palette as approved by the NCC.
•  

Site Standards

 

1.Set back requirements –

    Front: 30 feet minimum set back 
    Side Set Back: Lots # 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 28, 27, 26, 25 – 15 feet                  
    Side Set Back: Lots # 1, 2, 15-24, 9-14 – 10 feet                  
    Corner Lot Side Setback – 15 feet     
    Rear – 20 feet

 

2.  Fences – No variance. Any fencing must be submitted for approval.
3.  Front Courtyard Fencing – Must be brick, stucco, wrought iron, or a combination of.
4.  Screening – Exterior screening of trash containers is required.

5.  Property Improvements – No variance.

6.  Recreational Items/Vehicles – No variance.
7.  Driveways – Straight entry is not allowed. Curved driveways are required.

8.  Landscaping – No variance.
9.  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.

 

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.

1. Exterior Detail

2. 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.

3. Soffits:  No variance.

4. Siding:   No variance, see guidelines.

5. 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.

6. Windows:  No variance. All windows must be submitted for approval.

7. Beam Wraps:  All beams must be wrapped with wood or cement board. Vinyl is not allowed.

8. Roofs:   No variance. Roof mounted skylights on the front of a primary structure is prohibited.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. Decks:  No variance.

13. Porches:  No variance.

14. Columns:  No variance.

15. Exterior Lighting:  No variance.

16. Gutters:  Not required. Please adhere to the guidelines for underground drainage if gutters are installed.

17. Exterior Colors:   No variance. Historical color palette as approved by the NCC.

18. The use of Authentic Used Brick is strongly recommended.

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Site Standards

 

Setback requirements

1. Front:  50 feet build to line

2. Side Setback:  30 feet

3. Rear Setback: 50 feet

4. Fences:  No variance. Any fencing must be submitted for approval.

5. 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.

6. Front Courtyard Fencing:   Must be brick, stucco, wrought iron, or a combination of.

7. Screening:   Exterior screening of trash containers is required.

8. Property Improvements:  No variance.

9. Recreational Items/Vehicles:  No variance.

10. Driveways:  Straight entry is not allowed. Curved driveways are required.

11. Construction Timeline:

12. 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.