The architectural committee follows a set of guidelines, also known as architectural standards, are a set of rules that dictate what homeowners can and can’t do in terms of design, improvements, and modifications to their property. Every HOA community will have this set of rules, which owners can usually find in their governing documents.
Some of the most common architectural guidelines include:
- Exterior doors design and color
- Sliding door modifications ( Impact doors)
- Corrugated Polycarbonate Panels ( Must have Town of Davie Permit)
- What type of plants a homeowner may use for landscapinging their two foot boundary.
- Screen enclosed patios
- Storm Shutters
Additionally, an architectural committee will also have its own set of internal guidelines to follow. These guidelines detail the process of reviewing architectural change applications, including any requirements they must complete.
For instance, most communities give the HOA architectural committee 30 days to review an owner’s request and make a decision. This is so the process and decision are not dragged on, leaving the owner in limbo. In some HOAs, the committee has the power to approve or deny a request. Meanwhile, in others, the committee only has the power to recommend a decision to the board.
After coming to a decision, the association must then mail the decision in writing to the homeowner.
If you would like to modify any portion of the outside of your unit, select the Architectural Form here, download and fill out the form. Be sure to bring all the paperwork to the office located in the multipurpose building next to the basketball court. If the entrance is locked, please place the form and paperwork in the secure black box to the right of the door. Emails are not accepted.