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Crystal View Estates
Chelan, Washington
Home Owners Association
Architectural Design Committee
Architectural and Landscape
Design Guidelines
Prepared November 21, 1997
Revised June 2019
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Table of Contents
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4
1.0 The Vision for Crystal View Estates ……………………………………………………………………. 4
1.1 Purpose of the Design Guidelines ……………………………………………………………………… 4
1.2 Objectives ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
2.0 Architectural Design Review Process ………………………………………………………………………….. 7
2.1 Architectural Design Committee (Authority) ………………………………………………………. 7
2.2 Changes which must have Architectural Design Review and Approval ………………….. 8
2.3 Remodeling and Additions ……………………………………………………………………………….. 8
2.4 Design Review, Fees and Approval ……………………………………………………………………. 9
2.5 Summary of Design Review Application Process …………………………………………………. 9
2.6 Non-Liability for Approval of Drawings and Specifications. ………………………………… 10
3.0 Site Development and General Landscape Guidelines ………………………………………………… 12
3.1 Objectives for Site Development and Landscaping ……………………………………………. 12
3.2 Design Principles …………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
3.3 Home Site/Lot Descriptions ……………………………………………………………………………. 12
3.4 Maintenance ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13
3.5 Grading ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 13
3.6 Stabilized Construction Entrance/Exit ……………………………………………………………… 13
3.7 Site Drainage ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 14
3.8 Retaining Walls …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14
3.9 Easements ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14
4.0 Architectural Design Guidelines …………………………………………………………………………. 16
4.1 Objectives for Architectural Design …………………………………………………………………. 16
4.2 Design Philosophy and Principles ……………………………………………………………………. 16
4.3 Elements of Design ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 17
5.0 Specific Landscape Site Planning Concepts and Guidelines ………………………………………. 22
5.1 Landscape Concepts ………………………………………………………………………………………. 22
5.2 Driveways, Driveway Entry Features ……………………………………………………………….. 23
5.3 Fences, Deck Railings and Garden Walls ………………………………………………………….. 23
5.4 Tennis/Sport Courts and Play Equipment …………………………………………………………. 24
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5.5 Pools, Therapy Pools, Spas ……………………………………………………………………………… 25
5.6 Landscape Structures …………………………………………………………………………………….. 25
5.7 Satellite Dishes and Antennas…………………………………………………………………………. 25
5.8 Clotheslines ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25
5.9 Exterior Lighting ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 25
5.10 Irrigation…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 26
5.11 Maintenance ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26
5.12 Vacant Home Sites ………………………………………………………………………………………. 26
5.13 Signage ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 27
5.14 Representative Plant List ……………………………………………………………………………… 27
6.0 Construction Requirements……………………………………………………………………………….. 28
APPENDIX A (Plant Material and Maintenance Guidelines) ……………………………………………….. 30
APPENDIX B (Application Checklist) ………………………………………………………………………………… 31
APPENDIX C (Design Review Application Form) ………………………………………………………………. 33
APPENDIX D (General Rules for Contractors, Sub Contractors and Vendors) ……………………….. 34
APPENDIX E (Performance Deposit Agreement) ……………………………………………………………… 36
APPENDIX F (Letter of Certification) ………………………………………………………………………………. 38
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Crystal View Estates
Architectural and Landscape
Design Guidelines
Introduction
Crystal View Estates is a beautiful community on the shores of Lake Chelan Washington, and consists of home sites that have been carefully designed to take full advantage of the views of Lake Chelan and distant panoramas of high mountain peaks. Each parcel was designed so the purchaser could feel comfortable in building a quality home and estate without fear of devaluation due to his neighbors’ actions. The Crystal View Estates encompassing approximately 102 acres has the ability to protect itself from devaluation and insure increasing value for its homeowners. More importantly, these guidelines are designed to create and maintain a protected lifestyle not otherwise available.
1.0 The Vision for Crystal View Estates
Sometimes there is a fine line drawn between protecting property owners and inhibiting their lifestyle. To fully understand the following Design Guidelines, it is necessary to examine the underlying theme and intent of Crystal View: Rural living with access to the recreational potential of Lake Chelan with insured quality and protected lifestyle.
1.1 Purpose of the Design Guidelines
The purpose of the Design Guidelines is to help Property Owners, Architects/Designers, Home Builders and Contractors to create homes that are consistent with the Crystal View Estates Vision. These Guidelines will be used for the design of all homes and site improvements including new buildings, landscaping, hardscape, fencing, renovations and additions.
The Design Guidelines have been adopted by the Architectural Design Committee and the Crystal View Homeowners Association Board of Directors who will review the proposed designs for homes, site development and landscape for conformity with the Design Guidelines. The Committee will administer and enforce the Guidelines as described in this document and in the Protective Covenants of Crystal View Estates. Minor exceptions may be considered by the Committee. The granting of a minor exception shall not constitute a waiver of the right to deny other minor exceptions or withhold approval to other applicants. Crystal View Estates intends to maintain uncompromising standards for architectural and landscape design quality and integrity.
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1.2 Objectives
The main objective of these Design Guidelines is to ensure that every Home Site Crystal View Estates is designed with the quality of the whole community in mind. The objectives and design considerations are:
1. To create and preserve harmonious relationships among Buildings, the Building Sites, the Landscaping, the Natural Environment within the CVE Community.
2. To value views and view corridors, both among adjacent neighbors and within the community.
3. To use high quality materials and landscape features throughout each Home Site.
4. To emphasize the integration of landscape and architectural elements and to create an overall pleasing appearance.
These Design Guidelines are divided into the following main sections to answer the questions of Property Owners, Architects/Designers, Home Builders and Contractors:
2. Architectural Design Process
3. Site Development and General Landscape Guidelines
4. Architectural Design Guidelines
5. Specific Landscape and Site Planning Concepts and Guidelines
6. Construction Requirements
Appendix A (Plant Material and Maintenance Guidelines)
Appendix B (Application Checklist)
Appendix C (Design Review Application Form)
Appendix D (General Rules for Contractors, Sub Contractors and Vendors)
Appendix E (Performance Deposit Agreement)
Appendix F (Letter of Certification)
The Design Guidelines have been refined to make the process easier to understand for Owners and Designers through increased clarity of processes and goals and ease of use.
The Design Guidelines section lays out the design requirements for all aspects of the home and site design.
The Design Review Procedures section lays out the specific requirements for design submittals and the process of the Design Review Architectural Review Committee in evaluating each submittal.
The Appendices have all the forms necessary to move through the entire process as well as supplemental information necessary to identify and clarify the Architectural Review Committee make-up, contact information, and other information which may be required or helpful in moving through the Design Review Process.
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It is the responsibility of the Owner and their Architect/Designer to become familiar with these guidelines and follow all requirements of the City of Chelan
General Rules for Contractors, Sub Contractors and Vendors, (Appendix D) and are included in the Architectural Design Guidelines Full Packet which is available on the Crystal View Estates Web Site, https://crystalviewestates.org/
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2.0
Architectural
Design Review Process
2.0 Architectural Design Review Process
An Architectural Design Committee (the “Committee”) will review all design and construction plans for conformity with these Design Guidelines as described in this document. In general, the following will form the basis for review:
□ Consideration of primary site design issues and Wild Land interface. Validity of Concept – The basic idea must be sound and appropriate to its surroundings.
□ Relationship to the surrounding natural environment and neighbors. Design Compatibility – The proposed improvements must be compatible with the architectural characteristics of the applicant’s house, adjoining houses, and the neighborhood setting. Compatibility is defined as similarity in architectural style, quality of workmanship, similar use of materials, color and construction details.
□ Sensitivity to neighbors and the special landscape potential of each Home Site. Location and Impact on Neighbors – The proposed new construction, addition or alteration should relate favorably to the landscape and the neighborhood. The primary concerns are access, view, sunlight, ventilation, and drainage. For example, fences may obstruct views, breezes, air flow or access to neighboring property; decks or larger additions may cause unwanted shadows on adjacent patios or infringe on a neighbor’s privacy and view.
□ We encourage architectural designs which are based on an identifiable, architectural style that is harmonious and in keeping with the community and neighborhood.
□ Use of very high-quality materials.
□ Fire safe Landscapes guided by the principles set forth on the NFPA Firewise program. (see Section 5, Specific Landscape and Site Planning Concepts and Guidelines.
The Crystal View Estates Architectural and Landscape Design Guidelines have been created to help Property Owners, architects, home builders and contractors prepare drawings and specifications for all Home Sites. Adherence to these Guidelines will assure the Property Owners that Crystal View Estates strives for uncompromising standards of architectural quality and integrity.
2.1 Architectural Design Committee (Authority)
Crystal View Estates is designed to be a unique community of homes. The Protective Covenants of Crystal View Estates does not list specific design items necessary for plan approval. Rather, the authority to approve or disapprove individual building and landscaping plans is given to the Architectural Design Committee and the Crystal View Estates HOA Board of Directors. The committee does not seek to restrict individual creativity or preferences, but rather to achieve the
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aesthetic goals and community relationships that are described in the Guidelines. As the community matures, these relationships will become increasingly important and require continued coordination through the design process.
The Architectural Design Committee is composed of three (3) or more members. Additionally, an architect or other design professional, who is not a Property Owner, may serve on or act as a consultant to the Committee.
The Committee will use the Design Guidelines for the purpose of review, but may individually consider the merits of any design due to special conditions that, in the opinion of the Architectural Design Committee, provide benefits to the adjacent areas, the specific site or to the community. Prior to the commencement of any construction activity, all plans must be reviewed and approved by the Architectural Design Committee and the Crystal View Estates HOA Board. Committee and CVE Board approval must be obtained prior to the start of any clearing, construction, or landscaping. The authority to approve or disapprove of building and landscape plans is provided by the Protective Covenants of Crystal View Estates. See also Appendix D, (General Rules for Contractors, Sub Contractors and Vendors.)
2.2 Changes which must have Architectural Design Review and Approval
“9.4 Approval and Conformity of Drawings and Specifications. No building, fence, wall or other structure or improvement of whatever type shall be commenced, erected or maintained upon the Property, nor shall there be any addition to or change to the exterior of any residence or other structure of improvement upon a Lot or the Building Envelope, landscaping, grading or drainage thereof, including, without limitation, the painting (other than painting with the same color and type of paint as previously existed) of exterior walls, patio covers and fences, except in compliance with drawings and specifications therefor which have been submitted to and approved by the Design Committee in accordance with the Design Guidelines as to harmony of external design and location in relation to surrounding structures and topography.” (Ref. Crystal View Estates Declaration of Covenants)
Changes or alterations proposed after final approval must be submitted to the Design Committee and approved by the Board of Directors before commencement of work.
2.3 Remodeling and Additions Remodeling and additions to existing homes and improvements are required to meet the same criteria as new construction. – Continuity is established by use of the same or compatible materials as were used in the original house. The options may be limited somewhat by the design and materials of the original house. For instance, vertical wood siding on the original house should be retained in an addition. All criteria concerning aesthetics, color, site location, architecture, ancillary structures, landscaping, grading and excavation, roof height limit, solar collectors, satellite television, setbacks, lighting, etc., will be of significant concern to the Architectural Design Committee. An approval from the Committee is required for this work, just as it is for new construction. Prior to starting any work on any changes to the existing home or home site, the Property Owner shall contact the Architectural Design Committee to determine which plans and fees will be required for the review process.
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2.4 Design Review, Fees and Approval
The Design Guidelines outline the basic requirements and characteristics of design against which the Architectural Design Committee will review and approve plans, including architectural, site development and landscaping plans.
Property Owners are encouraged to work with professional designers and builders. The City of Chelan has jurisdiction over Crystal View Estates. The City of Chelan Planning and Building Departments should be contacted at the beginning of the planning process to ensure compliance with their requirements. Compliance with all governmental regulations is the obligation of the Property Owner. Please refer to the City of Chelan adopted building codes.
The Design Review Fee will be applied as follows: The Committee may employ the services of an architect, engineer or any other person to render professional advice, and may pay reasonable compensation for services. Additionally, any reasonable “common expenses” (CVE CC&R’s section 2.11.9.1 and 2.11.9.2) or additional consultant fees incurred by the Committee or the Crystal View Estates Home Owners Association in connection with the Property Owner’s application, construction progress or Committee Guidelines non-compliance prior to and during construction may be charged directly to the Property Owner. The Committee will provide a written explanation prior to exceeding the Design Review Fee. Additional consulting and design review fees are to be anticipated if the application is incomplete or does not follow the Architectural Guidelines and Application process.
2.5 Summary of Design Review Application Process Prior to beginning any work, the Property Owner (Applicant) will submit a completed Design Review Application Package and a nonrefundable Design Review fee payment in the amount of $750.00 to the Crystal View Estates HOA, PO Box 1980, Chelan, WA 98816. Complete information, the Application and Application Checklist (Appendix B and Appendix C) may be obtained from our Website https://crystalviewestates.org/documents/ □ Forms, checklist and Design Review Fee payment must be submitted at one time unless noted otherwise. □ The Committee will notify you in writing once your Application and payment have been received and will signal the start of the Committee review. Anticipated review times average 6 to 8 weeks.
□ When the project meets with the approval of the Committee, a recommendation for approval is communicated to the CVE Board of Directors. The Board reviews the project and votes to approve or require additional corrections. When additional information or corrections are required by the Board the Owner makes the required corrections and resubmits changes by email or by mail to Crystal View Estates HOA, PO Box 1980, Chelan, WA 98816. □ After Architectural Committee review and Board approval, a letter of decision from the Architectural Review Committee will be mailed to each applicant at the address provided on the application. Letters of approval will be sent by first class mail and
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Email; while letters of denial or those with stipulations will be sent by certified mail and Email. Letters of denial will reference specific reasons for the denial.
□ Complete the two-part Performance Deposit Agreement, pay the Performance Deposit in full made payable to Crystal View Estates and mail to Crystal View Estates, PO Box 1980, Chelan, WA 988216.
□ Prior to any construction on the Homesite, the Owner and licensed general contractor schedule a pre-construction meeting with members of the Design Committee on site and complete the following: □ Review the staked-out building corners of the project and the elevation stake established on site by a licensed surveyor. □ Owner provides the Design Committee a written schedule identifying the construction start and ending date. □ Review and sign Appendix D (General Rules for Contractors, Sub Contractors and Vendors) □ Resolve any Site-specific construction issues (i.e. proper access points, approval for construction trailer, etc.). □ Once Construction is complete submit to the Committee a properly completed Letter of Certification (Appendix G). □ Request final onsite exterior observation for compliance and release □ Committee provides Final Release and return of Performance Deposit (less any funds spent to repair damage caused by construction).
2.6 Non-Liability for Approval of Drawings and Specifications. Drawings and specifications shall be approved by the Design Committee as to style, exterior design, appearance and location, and are not approved for engineering design or for compliance with zoning and building ordinances, and by approving such drawings and specifications neither the Design Committee, any member thereof, the Association, any Member, the Board, any officer or director of the Association, nor Developer assumes any liability or responsibility thereof, or for any defect in any structure constructed from such drawings and specifications. Neither the Design Committee, any member thereof, the Association, any Member, the Board, any officer or director of the Association, nor Developer shall be liable to any Owner or other Person for any damage, loss or prejudice suffered or claimed on account of (a) the approval or disapproval of any drawings and specifications, whether or not defective, (b) the construction or performance of any work, whether or not pursuant to approved drawings and specifications, (c) the development, or manner of development of any property within the Property, (d) the change in the size, configuration or location of any Building Envelope or the changing of the natural grade of any Lot, or (e) the execution and filing of an estoppel certificate pursuant to the Design Guidelines, whether or not the facts therein are correct; provided, however, that such action, with the actual knowledge possessed by him, was taken in good faith. Approval of drawings and specifications by the Design Committee, or the approval of any change in the site, configuration or location of any Building Envelope, or a change in the natural grade of any Lot is not, and shall not be deemed to be, a
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representation or warranty that said drawings, specifications or changes comply with applicable governmental ordinances Or regulations including, but not limited to, zoning ordinances and building codes. END OF SECTION
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3.0 Site Development and General Landscaping Guidelines
3.0 Site Development and General Landscape Guidelines
These Guidelines set the general character for Site Development and Landscaping throughout Crystal View Estates. High quality landscape design and a consistent overall neighborhood character are important to both the appearance of each individual home and the overall continuity of the community. Landscaping proposed by owners of Crystal View Estates should be compatible with the existing openness and beauty of the area. Proposed landscaping should be sensitive to neighbors, and relate strongly to the streetscape. Plant materials shall be chosen based upon their suitably and/or adaptability to the local climate (hot, dry summers, cold winter, fire resistant) and anticipated maintenance.
3.1 Objectives for Site Development and Landscaping The main objective of site development and landscape design for homes in Crystal View Estates is to blend into and enhance the beautiful natural environment of the surrounding community and ensure the use of Fire Safe methods and materials. Specific plantings are strongly encouraged to create a neighborhood-wide unity. See the Plant Material Guidelines in Appendix A.
3.2 Design Principles There are several basic design principles that are appropriate to site development and landscaping at Crystal View Estates. □ Enhance and maintain the existing semi-arid community. □ Use Firewise Landscape principles to minimize potential for fire hazards. □ Soften/integrate homes by using plantings and landscape features that are consistent with the natural features of the surrounding area.
3.3 Home Site/Lot Descriptions Home Sites vary in size and may border other Home Sites, the roadway, or Common Areas and they have two (2) different site areas or zones as follows. These are the defined terms. □ Building Envelope: “Building Envelope” means the maximum developable areas of a Lot as provided in Section 9.2.2. of the Declaration of Covenants and the City of Chelan Zoning Requirements. □ Landscape Area: The Landscape area includes the continuation of the architectural landscape area from the Building Envelope to the lot line. Specific landscape and plant material recommendations for all zones and edges are described in Section 5.1, Landscape Concepts and in Appendix A, (Plant Material Guidelines.)
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3.4 Maintenance It is the responsibility of each Property Owner to keep his or her landscape well maintained and to promptly replace any dead or dying plant material. Weed control of front yards, back yards and slopes shall be done on a regular basis to keep areas looking attractive and well kept. Remedies for non-compliance, reference Sections 6.1, 6.3.1, and 8.1 of the Crystal View Estates Declarations of Covenants and Restrictions. https://crystalviewestates.org/ccrs/ The Design Guidelines can be enforced by the Committee and/or the Board.
3.5 Grading All Home Sites have been graded level by Developer. Property Owners may be allowed to make minor grading changes, based on the following requirements, for home construction or future construction of ancillary structures. Any proposed grading changes must be shown on appropriate plans and submitted to the Committee for review and approval. The size of the Building Envelope may not be changed, but minor changes to the finished grade within the Building Envelope may be allowed. No grading that increases the intensity of runoff to neighboring properties will be permitted. No mass grading shall be allowed that creates more than a moderate slope. No grading resulting in the need for a landscape retaining wall exceeding 4’ high without engineering plans will be permitted. Limited isolated areas may be allowed to have landscape contouring and berms. Most driveway locations will be specified by the approved improvement plans, and initial driveway cuts have been made by the Developer. The same minor grading that is allowed on the Building Envelope will be allowed in the Landscape Area, subject to review and approval by the Committee. Grading in the storm retention area is not allowed. Any materials that are excavated for swimming pools or basements should be removed from the Home Site unless the materials can be incorporated in a natural looking and aesthetically pleasing way. No debris, earth material, cleared vegetation, or waste materials shall be deposited on any other property in the City of Chelan without first obtaining the required permits and/or approvals. This includes the intrusion of such materials into the City’s street and drainage systems.
3.6 Stabilized Construction Entrance/Exit Stabilized Construction entrances are encouraged to reduce the amount of sediment transported onto paved roads by vehicles or equipment. This is done by constructing a stabilized pad of quarry spalls at entrances and exits for construction sites. The Owner and Contractor are responsible for the prevention of excavated material, construction debris, mud, dirt, rock, sand, gravel, concrete or asphalt to be spilled, dumped or tracked onto public streets. In the event the CVE HOA needs to clean up the streets due to the Contractors failure to follow these requirements the Owner may forfeit a portion, all or be charged in addition to the $3000.00 Performance Deposit Agreement.
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3.7 Site Drainage
Drainage considerations for individual sites play an important part of the overall ecological balance of the site. Crystal View Estates requires that all storm drainage be handled on-site. The existing storm sewers are designed to only handle storm water from the streets.
To meet this requirement, the owners must provide a storm drainage plan prepared and stamped by a Professional Licensed Engineer. Each Property Owner is ultimately responsible for ensuring that drainage from their lot is contained on site. Owners will be held responsible for damage to other properties in the development caused by uncontrolled runoff.
Approval of site and drainage plans does not relieve the Property Owner, engineer or contractor of liability for any damage to their property or adjacent properties.
The Developer has established basic drainage throughout Crystal View Estates, and there are some circumstances where drainage flows between lots. Homebuilders and Property Owners should take care not to impede any established drainage patterns. No improvements may be installed in any manner that interferes with the storm drainage improvements, or that traps or ponds water adjacent to a residence. Storm drainage systems must be concealed as a closed drain water containment system. Site drainage should be detailed on the site plan or landscape plan. The homebuilder, during construction and subsequently the Property Owner are fully responsible for water runoff and drainage control of the Home Site at all times.
3.8 Retaining Walls
Retaining walls shall follow the 2015 International Residential Code: 2015 CODE: R404.4 Retaining Walls as adopted by the City of Chelan. Retaining walls, where used, must be aesthetically pleasing and their designs must be an integral part of the surrounding landscape elements and coordinated with the architecture of the related home. Approved materials include: natural or manufactured stone (approved for retaining walls) or Architectural faced unit masonry precast retaining wall blocks. Materials excluded: exposed plain or decorative concrete block (common name “cinder block”) wood or concrete crib walls, railroad ties (or new treated landscape ties) All retaining walls shall be approved by the Committee and the Crystal View Estates Board.
3.9 Easements Blanket Easements and Utility Construction Easements. (See Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, Restrictions and Easements for Crystal View Estates Revised 12/16/92, Sections 4.13 and section 5.1)
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Landscaping and the building of driveways or fencing within sewer, water, and storm easements may be permissible, but any cost associated with the damage or removal of such features to access underground pipes and improvements, is the responsibility of the Property Owner. It is the Property Owner’s responsibility to landscape and maintain the planting strip between the street and sidewalk directly adjacent to their property boundary. END OF SECTION
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4.0 Architectural Design Guidelines
4.0 Architectural Design Guidelines These Architectural Guidelines are not intended to dictate specific architectural styles that must be used within Crystal View Estates. Rather, the intent is to give Property Owners and their architects or designers a community design framework and standards for design of all homes and ancillary structures that may be constructed on the Home Sites and Landscape Areas.
4.1 Objectives for Architectural Design These Guidelines encourage a community of individually diverse and outstanding architectural designs that, when viewed together, produce a unified neighborhood. The primary objectives for each home design should be: □ To create a neighborhood where the homes complement the beautiful natural setting. □ To use timeless, identifiable architectural styles and materials that are appropriate to this setting and the neighboring homes.
□ Special attention should be given to Site Integration, Scale, Proportion, Rhythm, Balance, Color, Texture, Shade/Shadow, Material Integration, Visual Strength, Appropriateness and Sustainable Design.
4.2 Design Philosophy and Principles
For the Crystal View Estates Community to continue to achieve a level of architectural excellence appropriate to its natural mountain/desert setting, the entirety of its architecture and its landscape must work together in harmony. Many interpretations of this character are both anticipated and encouraged in each of Crystal View Estates’ building structures and throughout the neighborhood and community. Architectural excellence is encouraged in every Crystal View Estates design. Additionally, there are several basic design principles inherent in good architecture that should be observed for home design at Crystal View Estates. □ Homes should be located on the site with a minimum of disruption to the natural topography and landscape. □ Homes should be integrated with their sites; they should not dominate them. □ Homes should not appear too massive. Building masses should be articulated or broken down into smaller elements. □ A consistent human scale should be used in the design of each home and the ancillary pool building.
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□ The design elements and materials of each home should exhibit related proportions.
□ The various building materials should create a pleasing, balanced and harmonious exterior appearance for the residence. Neither too many nor too few different materials should be used. □ Colors should be harmonious with the surrounding community and neighborhood. The Architectural Design Committee will review and approve each home design to make certain that it adheres to these principles and that it is compatible with the architecture of the surrounding homes whether they are existing, under construction or approved by the Committee but not yet built. This applies to all elements of design on the Home Site including building architecture, ancillary pool structure, grading, fencing, and landscaping. Remodeling and additions will be reviewed against the same principles.
4.3 Elements of Design a. Building Style The underlying design concept for homes within Crystal View Estates is that they each be view oriented, have a distinctive appearance and be in harmony with the community and neighborhood. Each home should be designed in a classic Northwest, identifiable style. No single style is desired, but certain styles are inappropriate, such as Cape Cod, Art Deco, Colonial, Gothic, French Provincial, Greek Revival, Neoclassical, Pueblo Revival, Victorian, and Bauhaus Modern. Building style consistency in use of materials, articulation and details is required on all sides of all structures. Homes with the same exterior face, including mirror images, shall not be repeated in the development. Homes nearly identical, indicative of tract housing, shall be disapproved. b. Building Scale and Massing Homes are encouraged to be human scale, that is, the buildings should be proportioned such that a person is not dwarfed by the height or length of walls, or the size of doors and windows, or the scale and use of materials and details. Although the main entrance should have a sense of prominence, two story entry porches and two-story Porte Cocheres are discouraged. Basement areas are allowed to extend above grade when consistent with the architectural style, however, such basement areas shall not be in addition to two stories of building spaces above them which would create a three-story structure or the appearance of a three-story structure. Daylight basements to accommodate natural hillsides are allowed. If a basement is proposed, plans for off-hauling excavated materials must be provided to the Committee for review and approval. See Section 3.5, Grading and 3.6, Track-out Control. Building massing should be broken down with changes in wall planes, projections and recesses (for example, bay windows or recessed porches), and changes in roof height (as long as the wall plane and roof changes are appropriate to the style, are simple and are well organized
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c. Building Size and Height The minimum building footprint allowed for a Single-Story home is 2400 square feet measured at the interior walls and excludes the Garage. Multi-Story homes require a minimum building footprint of 1500 square feet and a minimum second story of 900 square feet measured from the interior walls and excludes the garage. Due to size and the unique nature, Lots 68-72 will be reviewed individually. Refer to the City of Chelan Zoning and Building Departments of Code Compliance. Current listing of Lot Height Restrictions are noted on the CVA Web page, https://crystalviewestates.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/CVE-Lot-Height-List.pdf d. Roof Design Roofs of homes will be very visible from multiple vantage points in and around Crystal View Estates. It is important that roof forms, materials and colors are thoughtfully designed to be in harmony with the surrounding Home Sites and the Community. Roof slopes and materials should be consistent with the architectural style of the home. Materials should look natural and should be natural colors. Roofs should be articulated, but they should not be so complex that they overwhelm the house. Approved Roof forms are Hip and Gable and should be well organized and demonstrate the same character on all sides of the residence. □ Approved Roof pitch: 4:12 Minimum and 8:12 Maximum. Roof overhangs as appropriate to the architectural style are encouraged to create shade and shadow patterns, to help keep homes cool in warm weather and to add depth and dimension to the various building faces. Eave lines should align where appropriate. Eaves and rakes should be articulated and detailed as appropriate to the architectural style with fascia boards, molding and gutters. Dormers, if used, also should be designed in keeping with the architectural style. Dormers must be carefully located on the roofs and should not be too large or out of proportion. □ Gutters and down spouts shall be used at all eaves and be tight-line connected to the on-site engineered drainage retention system. Where gutters are used, they should be painted to match the roof or fascia trim, and downs spouts should be painted to match the walls, or both should be made of materials that weather to blend with adjacent surfaces. All roof top equipment such as attic vents, plumbing vents, etc., should be positioned to minimize visibility from the street (typically behind the roof crown), should be grouped wherever possible, and should be painted to match roof colors. Alternatively, vents may be concealed in chimney-like structures. □ Solar panels are to be approved by the Committee. If they are proposed, solar panels should be unobtrusive and should not be visible from other Home Sites and the streets. All fixtures and hardware relating to the solar panels must be painted to be as unobtrusive as possible. □ Skylights typically should be located on the back or sides of the roof. Skylights always should be appropriate to the home design style both in size and in location. Skylights should be flat and have low reflectivity to minimize their exterior impact.
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e. Windows and Doors Window and door styles and patterns should be consistent with the architectural style. Recessed windows and doors are encouraged to help articulate and give dimension to the walls. Windows should be located on all elevations and should be properly spaced and proportioned. Consistency of detailing on all elevations should be maintained. f. Trim and Detailing Trim and detailing should reflect the design style of each home and must be used consistently on all sides of all structures. Trim and detailing should be designed in appropriate proportions and should have a substantial, high quality appearance. Exterior lighting fixtures, overhangs, porches, railings and garden walls must all show attention to detail. See Section 4.3.k Materials and Colors. g. Garages Garages must be attached, detached garages are not allowed. Maximum Garage door height is 9’-0” Custom treatment of garage doors that suits the style of the home is required. Plastic windows, one piece swinging overhead doors and metal doors are not permitted. Garages must house 2 cars minimum. Trailers, RV’s, and boats must be stored inside closed garages or in a facility off site. h. Ancillary Structures The Crystal View Estates Architectural Design Guidelines apply to all structures built on each Home Site. The only ancillary building permitted is for pool equipment enclosures, and must be located adjacent to the pool and sized to support only pool-related functions and not for general storage. Ancillary pool buildings shall be shielded from neighbor’s view. The design of all ancillary structures must be compatible with the architecture of the home. Materials and colors used on the ancillary structures should coordinate with or match those used on the main residence. No trailer, RV or Boat shall be placed on or maintained on any Home Site. No structure of a temporary nature, including temporary trailers, shacks, barns, pens, kennels, runs, stables, sheds or other temporary accessory buildings shall be erected, used, or maintained on any lot (except in connection with construction activities) without prior written approval of the Committee. I. Other Building Features Masonry or stone facing used as a veneer material on the front of a residence should return around a corner to a logical point of termination such as an inside corner. Ending the veneer at an outside corner thereby exposing the edge of the material is not acceptable. It is preferable to carry the material completely around the residence. Mechanical Equipment: Heat Pumps, propane tanks, Irrigation controls, electrical meter boxes (shall be boxed in), Satellite dishes (limited to 18” in diameter) and communication boxes are prohibited on the front elevation or front yard of the Home and are required to be screened
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from the street view. Pool and spa equipment and all mechanical equipment and controls shall be aesthetically concealed from view on all sides and shielded in such a manner to minimize noise and safety impacts. Screening may be either constructed as part of the building or coordinated with it. Screening also may be created with landscape materials. j. Materials and Colors All exterior materials and colors should support the vision for Crystal View Estates. They should blend into the natural setting and take inspiration from the natural beauty of the foothills, water and shoreline. Generally, materials with a natural appearance and muted natural colors are most appropriate. Materials and colors should be appropriate to the style of each home and ancillary structure. Materials must be consistently high quality throughout each home, Home Site and Building Envelope. All materials and color selections for new homes and remodeling must be reviewed and approved by the Committee during final design review. □ Exterior Walls Appropriate exterior materials include stucco, stone, brick, and natural wood siding. Fire resistant materials are required. Hardie products and similar high-quality manufactured siding materials are also approved materials, but reprocessed hardboard siding is not approved. Use combinations of materials wisely and design the exterior to have a dominant material and subordinate materials. Change wall materials only at logical locations and as appropriate to the architectural style. Do not terminate veneer materials at corners. Use materials consistently on all sides of buildings. No more than 3 exterior wall materials may be used on a single home. Brick and stone patterns should not be contrived, but should be designed to achieve a very natural look as appropriate to the material. Brick colors should be selected from a natural and earth toned palette or should be painted. Color ranges for stone wall materials should not be so contrasting as to create a spotted appearance. If synthetic stone is proposed, samples and specifications for grouting technique must be submitted to the Committee for review. Synthetic stone must be high quality and natural looking and appropriate to the style. □ Roofing Materials Approved roofing materials, depending on the architectural style, are slate, concrete or clay tile (flat, barrel, or 2 part “S” tiles), high quality non-reflective metal roofing, or architectural grade asphalt shingles. Cedar shingles are prohibited. Use materials that are in scale with the building elements. Select natural muted colors rather than glossy bright colors. Proposals for substitute roofing materials must be reviewed and approved by the Architectural Design Committee. All roofing materials must be rated Class A fire retardant or better. □ Windows and Doors Windows and doors should be in keeping with the architectural style. Windows and doors offer the opportunity to provide individual character and refinement of scale by introducing openings and patterns exterior walls. Consideration should be given to locating doors and windows in order to establish symmetry on primary facades, while being responsive to interior functions and view opportunities.
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Richly detailed entry doors are encouraged. Exterior doors, especially main entry doors, should be designed with great attention to detail in order to create an individual identity for the building. □ Exterior Lighting Exterior lighting fixtures should be an integral part of the architectural design. Use of natural looking materials such as copper, antique brass, iron and anodized metal with matte finishes are recommended. Plastic is not allowed for exterior light fixtures. Sizes of exterior fixtures should be in scale with adjacent features, and locations should be selected to light outdoor living areas and provide security, but not to light the neighborhood or create bright spots. See Section 5.9, Exterior Lighting. □ Landscape Materials Landscape materials are described in Section 5.16, Representative Plant List, and Appendix A. Plant Material Guidelines. Landscape Designs are required to follow Fire Wise principles and Guidelines. □ Colors Use of color is encouraged to provide texture and interest. Warm muted colors, natural colors and neutral tones that blend into the rural setting are encouraged. Accessory elements and details such as gutters, trellises, and down spouts should match the color of adjacent architectural surfaces, or be of a complementary color. All painting and repainting projects, including repainting with the existing colors, must be submitted to and approved in writing by the Committee prior to commencement. The request must include exterior paint chip samples and must include: company, specific color name and color identification number. Neighboring houses cannot be the same or similar color. Paint on ancillary structures must match that of the house body color. END OF SECTION
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5.0 Specific Landscape Site Planning Concepts and Guidelines
5.0 Specific Landscape Site Planning Concepts and Guidelines Specific landscape plans for each Home Site in Crystal View Estates should blend with the natural features of the surrounding foothills. In planning the landscape design, consideration should be given to water conservation, as well, including use of drought tolerant plants and fire-resistant plantings.
To ensure that the overall beauty of the community is preserved and enhanced, the Architectural Design Committee has the authority to approve or disapprove of all landscape plans for individual residences. Each Property Owner shall complete installation of permanent landscaping in the Building Envelope area and the Landscape Area within 90 Days Landscaping must be completed within 90 days of certificate of occupancy/final sign off by Building Department indication completion of the building structure. According to the following schedule:
□ For homes completed from April 1 to September 1
□ For homes completed after September 1 – landscaping must be completed within 90 days beginning April 1. It is the responsibility of each Property Owner to keep his or her landscape well maintained and to promptly replace any dead or dying plant material. Weed control of front yards, back yards and slopes shall be done on a regular basis to keep areas looking attractive and well kept. All landscaping shall be well maintained and provided ongoing care.
5.1 Landscape Concepts The following paragraphs describe landscape design concepts for the various areas/zones of Home Sites. Refer to the Home Site definition, Section 3.3. See the Plant Material Guidelines in Appendix A for recommended trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines in all zones. Appendix A also lists Disallowed Landscaping Materials. Refer to Section 5.10, Irrigation, for irrigation requirements in all zones. □ Prohibited Plant Material Plant materials with characteristics which are potentially destructive to indigenous plants by reason of profuse and noxious pollen, excessive height, weed-like characteristics, and similar traits are prohibited. Chelan Municipal Code, 17.60.035 Landscaping in wildland-urban interface areas
E. Prohibited Plants in Defensible Space in Wildland Interface Areas. Plantings within required defensible space shall avoid pyrophytic plants due to high resin or oil content or other characteristics. Such plants include, but are not limited to:
1. Junipers, pines, firs, spruces, and arborvitae.
2. Cheatgrass.
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□ Landscape Plan
A Landscape Plan is required as part of the Design Review Process. Submission of the landscaping plan may be deferred until framing is complete and the elevations and final grade are established □ Building Envelope This area may be characterized within architectural landscapes that include ornamental and native species that are consistent with the style of the building architecture and ancillary structures. Tree selection and placement must also carefully consider, and not unduly interfere, with the views of neighboring homes at the time the trees reach their mature height and spread. A minimum of 20 trees and shrubs must be planted in the Building Envelope area on each lot. All landscaping shall be completed according to the Final Landscape Plan as approved. Hardscape design should reflect the architectural style of the home, also. Special consideration should be given to creating outdoor rooms and courtyards that maximize views, complement the architecture, and make graceful interior-exterior transitions. An automatic site irrigation system shall be installed for all landscape improvements. Pressure reducing valves may be required to be installed at the turn on valve of the irrigation service line. □ Landscape Area The Landscape area includes the continuation of the architectural landscape area from the Building Envelope to the lot line. The recommended landscaping in this area is the same as in the Building Envelope Area. Trees and shrubs in side yards are not to exceed 5’-0” in height when fully mature and shall not block view corridors of adjacent home sites. All trees on the lot must be shorter than maximum roof height.
5.2 Driveways, Driveway Entry Features Driveways must be at least 12’-0” wide and should be constructed of poured concrete, brick, asphalt or concrete pavers with a permeable base to minimize runoff. Entry gates are permitted only at the point where the driveway meets the Building Envelope. The design of all driveways and selected paving materials will be reviewed and approved by the Committee.
5.3 Fences, Deck Railings and Garden Walls In general, the addition of walls and fences is discouraged except for courtyard walls that are part of the home design and low 30” high landscape walls. When they are used, walls and fences should be extensions of each residence. They must complement and blend with the architectural design, and help make a transition between the mass of the architecture and the natural forms of the site. They should be designed to be compatible with the neighborhood, and they should not block natural views from other Home Sites, the roads and open space areas.
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The Committee must review and approve all deck railings, walls, fences, and gates prior to construction. The Committee has established the following guidelines. □ Approved deck railings/fencing: Cable Railing Systems for decks, railings and stairs. Powder coated aluminum (Black or custom color to match approved color scheme) with matching Baluster, Lexan plastic or tempered glass panels. White vinyl railings/fences, stucco, natural stone, masonry. □ Prohibited deck railings/fencing: Chain link fences are discouraged. Only black chain link fence will be allowed. Chain link fences are not allowed in front yards, wood, re-bar balusters, Hog-wire, small animal wire, or composite siding materials over wood framing are prohibited. □ The Home Site may not be fenced continuously by any combination of fences and walls, so as to avoid creating a compound-like appearance. □ The maximum height for walls and fences is 4’-0” for side and rear yard fences and 3’-0” for front yard fences, as measured from grade beneath the fence. □ Front Courtyard walls that are integrated into the design of the home and within the perimeter footprint of the home may be allowed up to 4’-0” in height. □ If the grade is different on the two sides of a fence, the maximum fence height shall be determined by the height from the lower grade elevation. □ Property Owners are encouraged to use fire resistive plant materials wherever possible to achieve privacy and screening objectives. □ Swimming pool fencing shall be installed to meet building codes, but must be reviewed and approved by the Committee prior to installation.
5.4 Tennis/Sport Courts and Play Equipment Neither tennis courts nor racquetball courts are allowed on any lot. Sport courts such as basketball and multi-purpose courts may be built only in the Building Envelope area and must be located so that they can be screened naturally from adjacent home sites, roads and all other areas. A plot plan showing the proposed sport court location and any and all proposed grading and screening shall be provided for the Committee. Design and color of fencing materials should blend naturally into the surrounding area, and plant materials should be added where necessary to and should not be highly reflective. Night lighting of sport courts is not permitted. Sport courts will be permitted only when they can be constructed so they do not constitute an intrusion upon the adjoining residents. The Architectural Design Guidelines require sport courts to be built in the side or rear areas of the Building Envelopes and set back a minimum of 10’ from the side and rear Building Envelope lines. Screen enclosures will be limited to 4’-0” in height. Color to complement the approved color scheme for your Home Site. Trampolines and Play Structures shall be located in the rear yard of the Building Envelope and screened so as to minimize visual impacts from the street and neighboring Home Sites.
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5.5 Pools, Therapy Pools, Spas Temporary or fixed above ground pools are prohibited. Only in-ground pools are approved and will be reviewed by the Architectural Design Committee. Swimming pools may be located only in the Building Envelope area or in the Landscape Area subject to the setbacks required by the City of Chelan Building Department. The design and size of swimming pools, therapy pools and spas (including hot tubs) should complement the architectural style of the home and should consider indoor/outdoor relationships, setbacks, wind, sun and site topography. Additionally, the siting of pools must be compatible with the surrounding natural environment, the planned landscaping, and must have minimal visual impacts on neighboring sites. Swimming pools, therapy pools and spas must be set back from the perimeter of Building Envelope or Landscape Area in accordance with the City of Chelan Planning and Building Department. Pool fencing and equipment enclosures must be architecturally related to the residence and other structures (See Section 5.3, Fences and Garden Walls above). Pool equipment must be located on the Building Envelope. Pump equipment must be screened or housed in an ancillary structure (4.3.h) and located so as to minimize visual and noise impacts on neighboring Home Sites.
5.6 Landscape Structures Additional landscape structures such as gazebos, arbors, trellises and decks may be part of the total landscape design for the Building Envelope and the Landscape Area. They must meet the same design requirements as other landscape and architectural features (See Section 4.3.h, Ancillary Structures) and they must complement the architectural style. The Committee will review and approve all landscape structures.
5.7 Satellite Dishes and Antennas Satellite dishes and antennas may be installed under the roof eaves on the side or back of the house or below the peak of the roof line so as to have no, or minimal visibility from the front of the house. In no case shall a microwave or satellite dish, television antenna, aerial or other such device exceed a diameter or diagonal measurement of 18”. All such devices must be located to be visually unobtrusive from neighboring sites and are subject to Committee review and approval. Solar panels are addressed in Section 4.3.d, Roofs.
5.8 Clotheslines Clotheslines are prohibited unless fully screened from all neighboring properties.
5.9 Exterior Lighting Exterior lighting shall be low intensity, low wattage and consistent with the rural setting. Landscape lighting is encouraged and, as with all exterior design work, lighting should be used to enhance the overall design concept of the home. Exterior lighting must meet Chapter 17.62 of the City of Chelan Municipal Code. □ Exterior lighting may be located only in the Building Envelope area and the Landscape Areas.
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□ The purpose of exterior lighting is to allow limited outdoor activities at night, to provide lighting enhancement for landscape features, and to meet requirements for safety. □ Exterior lighting should use low intensity incandescent, halogen or low-voltage fluorescent shielded sources; no high-pressure sodium, mercury vapor or other high intensity lighting is allowed. No unshielded bare light bulbs are allowed. Light sources should be placed close to grade or concealed. No spotlights, other than security lights activated by motion sensors, will be allowed. These security lights should be directed onto the Building Envelope or Landscape Area. □ All exterior lighting conduit and wiring must be placed underground. All exterior fixtures and wiring located above grade level must be as inconspicuous as possible, especially by day.
5.10 Irrigation Irrigation is required to establish and maintain landscape plantings on all lots. Each yard should have full coverage, automatic irrigation systems. Irrigation systems should be located in the Building Envelope and Landscape Area The automatic irrigation systems should be designed in accordance with all local and state laws, rules and regulations governing or relating to irrigation systems. Each Property Owner’s system should also be designed to meet all water conservation practices required by Chelan Water District. Property Owners are encouraged to consider drought tolerant plantings that minimize the need for irrigation.
5.11 Maintenance Article 5 is intended to apply not only to the construction phase, but also to any improvements to existing homes. It is the responsibility of each Property Owner to keep his or her landscape well maintained and to promptly replace any dead or dying plant material. Weed control of front yards, back yards and slopes shall be done on a regular basis to keep areas looking attractive and well kept. It is the Owners responsibility to weekly identify and remove Noxious weeds (Russian Thistle and Knapweed) from their Home Site as part of Landscape Maintenance. □ To help you identify these noxious weeds see: www.crystalviewestates.org/assets/NoxWeeds
5.12 Vacant Home Sites Some Property Owners may not elect to start construction immediately after purchasing in Crystal View Estates. While vacant, these Home Sites must be kept clear of dead material (including trees), fallen branches, debris, shrubs, and other vegetation that is not on the Plant Material Guidelines lists. Existing grassland areas must be trimmed or cut to be fire safe and be cleared of noxious weeds and unsightly vegetation.
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5.13 Signage Property Owners are permitted one temporary sign for resale of their property. Custom Builders are permitted one temporary sign. (See section 6.0)
5.14 Representative Plant List Compatible native trees and other varieties of trees, shrubs and ground covers have been selected to complement Crystal View Estates. Plant Material Guidelines for trees, for shrubs, and for vines and ground covers are referenced in Appendix A of this document. This list is representative of the type of plant materials that the Committee has determined to be compatible for Crystal View Estates. This list does not preclude other alternate plant materials that may achieve a similar objective. Alternative plant materials may be approved by the Committee, after they have been reviewed for compatibility with the landscape concept □ Prohibited Plant Material www.crystalviewestates.org/assets/NoxWeeds Plant materials with characteristics which are potentially destructive to indigenous plants by reason of profuse and noxious pollen, excessive height, weed-like characteristics, and similar traits are prohibited. END OF SECTION
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6.0 Construction Requirements
6.0 Construction Requirements
Along with the final design approval from the Committee, other requirements will include:
□ Strict adherence to (Section 10.5) of the Crystal View Estates Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions.
□ The owner and licensed general contractor schedule a Pre-Construction Meeting with representatives of the Design Committee to review the staked-out building corners of the project and the elevation stake established on site by a licensed surveyor.
□ The acquisition of a building permit from City of Chelan.
□ A single sign may be posted on the home site during construction and must be removed prior to Final Release and return of Performance Deposit balance. The sign should be no larger than 2’ x 1’6” and list the Architect/Designer and General Contractor. Individual signs are prohibited. All signs must be attractive and compatible with the design of the project.
□ Contractors are reminded of the requirement to keep sites clean. No stockpiling of dirt or debris is allowed. Weekly clean-up is required. The street right-of-way is also to be maintained. If sites are not maintained, or if any damage to adjoining property occurs through the construction process, the Committee will notify contractors of the violations by phone, and the contractors will have three (3) days to rectify the violation.
□ Please refer to the GENERAL RULES FOR ALL CONTRACTORS, SUB-CONTRACTORS AND VENDORS (See Appendix D).
□ Contractors shall be responsible for providing, to the extent available, on-site parking for their work crews’ vehicles. In addition to Track-Out Control (see Section 3.6) driveway and parking areas shall be covered with 4” of crushed stone or gravel to permit workers’ cars to be parked, to afford easy ingress and egress for material deliveries, and to improve the appearance of the development and its sites. Care should be taken to preserve and restore the finished grades of the road shoulders and drainage ditches as needed. Contractors are responsible for cleanup of debris or mud that they deposit on Crystal View Estates roadways. □ Property Owners must not store or allow the storage or accumulation of any material, trash or other debris upon any Roadway or adjacent Property or within ten feet of any Roadway.
□ Storage is allowed on the Building Envelope only. If a Property Owner fails to remove such storage or accumulation within three days after receipt of written demand, the Committee may, but is not obligated to, remove such storage or accumulation at the Property Owner’s sole cost. It is the responsibility of the Property Owner to prevent windblown trash.
□ Dust abatement during all phases of construction is required of the contractor. Special attention to dust control is required during clearing and grading.
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□ Each contractor shall be responsible for providing adequate sanitary facilities for his construction workers. A portable toilet must be kept on-site within the Building Envelope, not on side walk.
□ Upon completion of framing, the Owner is responsible for providing the Architectural Design Committee with a letter from a licensed surveyor certifying the final maximum elevation of the structure. Throughout Crystal View Estates there are survey benchmark monument locations indicating elevations ASL (above sea level). Construction is to stop until the certification is provided and approved by the Committee. □ Along with the elevation certification, the Landscape plan, exterior paint chip samples (samples must include: company, specific color name and color identification number) and roof type/color must be submitted for approval. (See Section 4.3 Design Elements) □ Construction must be completed 1 year from start of excavation/construction. END OF SECTION
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APPENDIX A Plant Materials And Maintenance Guidelines
Landscaping of Crystal View Estates should be compatible with the existing openness and beauty of the area. Proposed landscaping should be sensitive to neighbors, and relate strongly to the streetscape. Plant materials shall be chosen based upon their suitably and/or adaptability to the local climate (hot, dry summers, cold winter, fire resistant) and anticipated maintenance.
□ A landscaping plan is required as part of the Design Review Process. Submission of the landscaping portion of the plan may be deferred until framing is complete and the elevations and final grade are established
□ Reference the 2017 Master Gardeners publication Fire Resistant Plants for Chelan/Douglas County Washington. The publication offers a step by step guide to help you choose the right plant for the right place for a fire resistant landscape. It’s a valuable tool that you can use to reduce losses to your home and property from wildland fires in North Central Washington. □ Similar to the publication, the two-page Fire-Resistant Landscaping for Chelan/Douglas County Washington brochure discusses landscaping zones around the house and the types of plants to use in each zone and some key maintenance tips for a healthy, beautiful and Firewise landscape.
□ Lot Maintenance Standards
Crystal View Estates is a community focused neighborhood. The appearance of each and every Home Site in Crystal View Estates affects not only the overall look of the community but the individual property values within it.
Property ownership in Crystal View Estates includes the responsibility for continued maintenance of all structures and grounds, which are part of each Owner’s lot. This includes, but is not limited to, keeping buildings and structures in good condition and repair, removing all debris, pet excrements and unsightly materials and keeping all shrubs, trees, grass and other plantings neatly trimmed, properly cultivated and free of weeds.
It is the responsibility of each Property Owner to keep his or her landscape well maintained and to promptly replace any dead or dying plant material. Weed control of front yards, back yards and slopes shall be done on a regular basis to keep areas looking attractive and well kept. All landscaping shall be well maintained and cared for on an ongoing basis.
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APPENDIX B Application Checklist □ Completed application form (See Appendix C) □ Nonrefundable Review Fee $750.00 (to be submitted with the Application) □ Email all plans in PDF format to (CVEHOADesign@gmail.com) □ Mail (2) printed sets of Plans (Crystal View Estates HOA, PO Box 1980, Chelan, WA 98816) □ Performance Deposit of $3000 (to be submitted before construction begins) □ Site Plan: minimum 1” = 20’0” □ Building locations: house, garage, deck, patio, fences, accessory structures, retaining walls, and pools. □ Line of proposed roof overhangs. □ Property lines. □ Direction of primary views. □ Existing and proposed site contours showing all changes. □ Existing tree, shrub, and other natural features, such as rock outcroppings. □ Proposed removal of trees. □ Location of garage and driveway. □ Outdoor lighting location and layout. (See Section 5.9) □ North arrow. □ Setbacks and easements. □ Sidewalks, front and rear. □ Construction staging and access areas. □ Temporary structure and portable toilet location, and construction dumpster location during construction. □ On-site drainage plan which has been professionally designed to meet the volume requirements and the soil types for a particular property. The plan must be stamped by an engineer. (See Section 3.3.7) □ Floor Plans: ¼” = 1’0” □ North Arrow □ Label all interior spaces and show square floor area □ Overall exterior dimensions □ Door and window openings □ Wall, partitions and stairways □ Decks and porches □ Electrical meter location (base must be boxed into the wall and meter cannot be on front of house) □ Trash and storage areas (trash cans to be stored out of view from the street)
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□ Type and location of outdoor heating/cooling units, propane tanks, electrical meter and communication landing boxes (not to be located on street side) □ Elevations: ¼” = 1’0” □ Show all building exteriors □ Door and window openings □ All exterior building features: □ Roof materials/color □ Siding/color □ Fireplace □ Railings □ Trims/fascia size & color □ Electric meter location □ Solar panels and/or mechanical units □ Exterior lights type and location □ Decks □ Trash enclosure □ Interior floor lines □ Overall building height, maximum building elevation, and roof pitch. □ Foundation lines and finish grade. □ Landscaping plan: □ Landscape Drawings (show all of the following) □ Full sized plans shall be drawn on uniform sheets of 23” x 36” drawn to a scale of 1” = 10’ or 1” = 20’ □ Plans shall be clear, legible and accurately scaled □ Plans shall be clearly labeled with the title of each sheet and the address and Lot number □ Plans shall be consistent with the requirements of the Site Plan □ Plans shall show proposed improvements/structures, landscape features, walks, walls, rockeries, retaining walls, ancillary structures and fences □ Location, size, and shape of any structures existing on the site. □ All proposed plant material (trees, shrubs, groundcover):  A plant material inventory with legend shall be included on all pages displaying the planting plan. The inventory shall include the symbol, name (botanical and common), quantity, size, and Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOLS) plant factor and designation (VL, L, M, H, VH); □ Irrigation Plan: (show all the following) □ Full sized plans shall be drawn on uniform sheets of 23” x 36” drawn to a scale of 1” = 10’ or 1” = 20’ □ All components of the irrigation system shall be shown, with clear dimensions from an identifiable reference point to the location of the controller and its circuit breaker, master valve, zone control valves, main water connection, blow out connection, pump and its electrical connections, and any other similar features.
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APPENDIX C
DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FORM
Lot Owner MUST Complete the Information Below
HOMESITE LOCATION OWNER’S INFORMATION
LOT #, NAME
STREET ADDRESS MAILING ADDRESS
OWNER NAME CITY STATE ZIP
EMAIL ADDRESS
ARCHITECT / DESIGNER BUILDER/CONTRACTOR
ALL APPLICANTS MUST CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: ALL APPLICANTS MUST CHECK ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
o LICENSED ARCHITECT o BUILDER LICENSED, INSURED AND BONDED o PRE-APPROVED DESIGNER o CONTRACTOR LICENSED, INSURED AND BONDED
FIRM & ARCHITECT NAME COMPANY & BUILDER NAME
MAILING ADDRESS MAILING ADDRESS
CITY STATE ZIP CITY STATE ZIP
PHONE PHONE
FAX E-MAIL FAX EMAIL
LOWER LEVEL/SINGLE STORY UPPER LEVEL/SECOND STORY
NET LIVABLE AREA NET LIVAVLE AREA
GROSS TOTAL LIVABLE AREA
SUBMITTAL INFORMATION: Please attach all applicable drawings, models, material/color samples, and/or documents.
As an Applicant for Design Review at Crystal View Estates (either being the Homesite Owner or the Homesite Owner’s Agent), I have read in full and understand the Crystal View Estates Architectural Design Guidelines and any and all Governing Documents. I hereby assume the responsibility to comply with the following: The Guidelines; Governing Documents; and all rules, regulations, and/or policies as they are established by the Committee from time to time. I acknowledge that the Design Review Fee(s) is non-refundable.
OWNER / OWNER’S AGENT SIGNATURE PRINTED NAME DATE
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APPENDIX D GENERAL RULES FOR ALL CONTRACTORS SUBCONTRACTORS AND VENDORS It is the responsibility of the Property Owner to present his or her builder, contractor, or contractor(s) with a copy of these rules and to make sure that they are understood and obeyed. The Architectural Design Committee will enforce these rules and pursue any necessary remedies to the full extent of the law. Prior to the start of lot clearing for construction, the Property Owner and General Contractor are to schedule a Pre-Construction meeting with the Chair of the Architectural Design Committee, or designate, to review these rules and current issues that may impact construction of their specific residence. To assure that these regulations are adhered to, each Property Owner, before beginning any construction, shall provide a signed Performance Deposit Agreement (See Appendix E) and payment in the amount of $3,000 to the Crystal View Estates Home Owners Association. Should it become necessary to remedy any violation of these regulations, the cost of such remedy will be charged against the damage deposit amount. If the cost for remedy exceeds the damage deposit amount, the Property Owner shall be held responsible for the entire amount. Any portion of the damage deposit due back to the Property Owner shall be determined after completion of the project, including both home construction and landscape installation. Contractors and sub-contractors shall obey road load restrictions and not schedule deliveries or movement of large equipment when restrictions are posted (typically early spring.) Crystal View Estates HOA will not be responsible for expenses incurred if trucks and/or equipment are denied entrance to Crystal View Estates due to weight restrictions. 1. Contractors are required to keep their job sites as neat and clean as possible. Trash and discarded materials shall be removed daily. All trash stockpiled for removal shall be located in the rear of the residence or other approved location until removed. There will be no stockpiling or dumping on adjacent lots or on streets. 2. Contractors will use only the utilities provided on the immediate site on which they are working. 3. Any damage to streets and curbs, drainage inlets, street lights, street markers, mailboxes, walls, etc. will be repaired by the responsible contractor or taken from the damage deposit. 4. The established speed limit within the Community, unless otherwise posted, is 20 miles per hour for construction vehicles, including light trucks and autos. This must be obeyed. 5. There will be no washing of any truck on the streets. If a concrete delivery truck is washed out, it must be done on the construction site or off site not on Common areas of other Lots within Crystal View Estates. 6. Operators of vehicles are required to see that they do not spill any damaging materials while within the Community. If spillage of a load occurs, operators are responsible for clean-up. Clean-up done by the Crystal View Estates personnel will be billed to the responsible party. Please report any spills as soon as possible.
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7. If any lines are cut, i.e., telephone, cable, television, electrical, water, etc., it is the contractor’s responsibility to report the accident to the respective provider. 8. All personnel working in the Community are to keep all areas in which they work free of discarded materials such as lunch bags and odd materials. Objects should not be thrown out of cars and trucks. Stockpiling of any materials on adjacent lots is not allowed. 9. Loud radios or noise will not be allowed within the property. This is distracting and discomforting to Property Owners. Normal radio levels are acceptable. Do not mount speakers on vehicles or outside of homes under construction. Remember that sound travels a long way on a windy day. 10. No vehicles (trucks, vans, cars, etc.) may be left in the subdivision overnight. The parking of vehicles or erecting of storage sheds or construction offices will only be allowed in such locations designated by the Committee in writing. Driving of vehicles will only be allowed on designated access roads. Construction equipment may be left on the site while needed, but must not be kept on the street or in turnaround areas. Clear access must be maintained for fire trucks. 11. No children will be permitted in construction zones. 12. Contractor personnel will not be permitted to bring pets on property. 13. Work which may cause disturbances due to noise will be prohibited on Sundays and Holidays. Allowable work hours are: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday Not allowed 14. No drugs or alcohol are permitted on any Crystal View Estates construction site at any time. 15. The Owner and Contractor are responsible for the prevention of excavated material, construction debris, mud, dirt, rock, sand, gravel, concrete or asphalt to be spilled, dumped or tracked onto public streets. In the event the CVE HOA needs to clean up the streets due to the Contractors failure to follow these requirements the Owner may forfeit a portion, all or be charged in addition to the $3000.00 Performance Deposit Agreement. Int. Owner (Print Name) Date Int. Contractor (Print Name) Date Int. ADC REP (Print Name) Date
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APPENDIX E
PERFORMANCE DEPOSIT AGREEMENT
In compliance with the rules adopted by the Architectural Review Committee (the “Committee”) and the
Board of Directors of the Crystal View Estates HOA (the “Board”),
I (hereinafter the “Owner”), who owns Lot____, of Crystal View Estates (the “Lot”), hereby deposit with the Crystal View Estates HOA Board, Agent, on behalf of the Declarant and the Crystal View Estates Board of Directors, and for the benefit of the Board, the sum of $3,000.00 (hereinafter referred to as the “Deposit”), and I hereby agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. The Deposit shall be held as security against any Damage (as defined in the Crystal View Estates Design Guidelines, having a current date) caused by the acts and/or omissions of the Owner, the Owner’s Architect(s), or the Owner’s Builder(s) (i.e. General Contractor and/or Contractor’s respective subcontractors, employees, agents, materialmen, or suppliers), license or invitee in connection with or during the construction of improvements on the Lot.
2. Upon the occurrence of any such Damage, the Declarant (if prior to the Transition Date) or the Board (if after the Transition Date) from time to time, and without prejudice to any other remedy, may use the Deposit to, among other things, (a) repair and/or rectify the Damage or to (b) enforce the Guidelines, the Governing Documents, and any other rule or regulation thus violated; and to cure any defect or problem caused by said noncompliance and/or Damage. It is expressly understood that the use of any or all of the Deposit shall not be considered a measure of the Damage nor shall it release the Owner from paying additional amounts if the total Damage exceeds $3,000.00, which additional amounts are due and owing upon proper notice from the Board/Board Agent.
3. Following the Board’s use of all or any portion of the Deposit, the Owner shall immediately pay to the Declarant, the Board or the Board Agent, as the case may be, an amount sufficient to replenish the Deposit to the sum initially deposited, plus any additional amounts sufficient to cover the reparation of all Damage caused by the Owner or the Owner’s aforementioned employees. Failure to replenish the Performance Deposit and any and all additional amounts required to repair and/or rectify the Damage within seven
(7) days following the Board’s delivery of written demand of such replenishment shall be deemed a material breach of the Guidelines and the Declaration and shall entitle the Board to seek (i) injunctive relief, (reference Article 13.1 of the Crystal View Estates CC&R’S) which may include denying the Owner’s Contractor’s (including any of Contractor’s subcontractors, employees, agents, materialmen, or suppliers) access to the Crystal View Estates Community; (ii ) that a deposit deficiency constitutes a “Special Assessment” in an amount equal to the Deposit deficiency plus any additional amounts owed to the Board for such Damage rectification; (reference Section 6.1 of the Crystal View Estates CC&R’S) (iii) impose a fine which is commensurate with the severity of the Damage and/or non-compliance; ( reference Section 9.7 of the Crystal View Estates CC&R’S) or (iv) record the Notice of such violation, Damage, or noncompliance (as such Notice is defined in the Guidelines) where applicable.
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4. Neither the Declarant, the Committee, the Board, the Board nor any respective member, representative, or employee thereof shall be liable to the Owner or any other person for any loss, damage or injury arising out of the payment or non-payment of the
Deposit and additional funds herein addressed, unless such loss, damage or injury is due to willful misconduct or bad faith of the Declarant, the Committee, the Board, the Board, or any respective Member, Representative, or employee thereof, as the case may be.
5. Upon the completion of the construction of improvements on the Lot as per the Committee approved Plans and specifications, delivery of the Certification to the Committee, and a Final Inspection and Final Release by the Committee satisfactorily indicating that no Damage as set forth in Paragraph 1 remains unremedied and that all construction has been completed pursuant to the Committee-approved Plans and specifications (including all landscaping and landscaping plans), the Deposit or any balance thereof shall be returned to the Owner.
6. No interest shall be payable on the Deposit.
7. By signature below, the (circle one) Declarant / Crystal View Estates HOA Agent acknowledges receipt of $3,000.00 in form of a Check #
Executed on this day of , 20 .
OWNER
Permanent Address
CVE Board Agent
Title
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APPENDIX F LETTER OF CERTIFICATION In compliance with the rules adopted by the Architectural Review Committee (the “Committee”) and the Board of Directors of the Crystal View Estates HOA (the “Board”), I (the “Owner”), who owns Lot in Crystal View Estates (the “Lot”), hereby certifies to (circle one) the Board / Crystal View Estates HOA Agent, for the benefit of the Board and the Committee the following: 1. All improvements constructed upon the Owner’s Lot are built in complete compliance with the Committee-approved and the City of Chelan-authorized Plans, with the Design Guidelines, and with any and all applicable Governing Documents (as they are defined in the Guidelines); 2. Any and all Design Review Fee(s) have been paid to the Board; 3. All appropriate clean up on and around the Lot; on any and all streets and/or right(s)-of-way; and on all adjacent properties, Homesites, Open Spaces, and Commone Areas which may have been altered during the constructiob of improvements on the Lot is complete; 4. All Committee-required landscaping improvements are completed appropriately and in accordance with the approved Plans; and 5. Neither the Owner nor such Owner’s Architect (as such person(s) are defined in the Design Guidelines) and /or Buidler(s) (as such person(s) are defined in the Design Guidelines) have caused any Damage property at Crystal View Estates or, in the Alternative, that all Damage caused by said indivdials/entities has repaired and/or rectified to the satisfaction of the Board and the Declarant. I , the Owner, do hereby request the receipt of a Final Observation and Final Release of the Lot by the Committee; and I have attached, to the greatest of my ability, all CAD information detailing the entire set of structural and landscaping Plans for the Lot, which Plans were issued Final Approval by the Committee and which were issued the appropriate building authorization(s) by the City of Chelan Community Development Department. Upon Final Release, I request the return of my Performance Deposit or any balance thereof. Owner Date Printed