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49 <br /> • Perspective drawings of complex projects(as determined by the ARB), etc. <br /> • Concept drawings or preliminary plans may be submitted to the ARB for review, <br /> comment and approval to proceed before more detailed plans and the final ARB Submittal <br /> are completed. All submittals are preferred in PDF form via email,but may also be <br /> submitted viaone-side only format on 8 1/2" x 11"paper <br /> 5. The ARB will review each proposal and determine if the proposal is either"Approved", <br /> "Approved as noted", "Not approved"or"Re-submit". "Approved"and"Approved as noted" <br /> submittals may continue into permitting and construction with the understanding that all ARB <br /> comments and directives are to be completed. "Not approved"and"Re-submit"directives <br /> shall be re-submitted to the ARB for ARB review and approval prior to proceeding with <br /> permitting and construction. <br /> 6. ARB reviews will be completed within ten business days after the receipt and ARB Meetings/ <br /> reviews/approvals (pending current ARB and Developer/Owner activity schedules, <br /> holidays, etc.). Reviews/approvals shall be inserted in the ARB permanent files and <br /> distributed to the builders/homeowners, attendees, etc.via email and/or fax for builder <br /> coordination. If responses are required sooner than ten business days,please coordinate a <br /> personal ARB Meeting with the ARB Representative (as previously noted)and attend the <br /> ARB Meeting in person for immediate response and/or make such a request in writing. <br /> 7. No project permitting or construction may be started without formal ARB review and <br /> approval. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to insure compliance with all relevant <br /> building practices,zoning requirements, code permits, licensing requirements, etc. as noted in <br /> previous section. <br /> 8. Failure to comply with ARB requirements and approved plans and elevations, etc.may result <br /> in the required removal of any non-conforming construction, detailing, colors, etc. <br /> 9. Major additions often have an impact on neighboring property. Plans must be well thought <br /> out to minimize any adverse impact on neighboring properties. Changes in grade or drainage <br /> shall not adversely affect adjacent properties. Applicants shall consult with neighbors while <br /> making plans(See application). <br /> 10. The design shall be compatible in scale,massing, character,materials, and color with the <br /> original house. New windows and doors shall match, and be located to relate well with <br /> existing windows. The roof pitch shall be architecturally compatible the original roof. <br /> 11. Additions shall be located to minimize the removal of trees and the destruction of natural <br /> areas. The ARB may require supplemental landscape treatment to compensate for the <br /> removal of vegetation, or to soften the addition visually. <br /> 6 <br />