Restrictive Covenents

Purpose: Enhance the Property's Value and Desirability

Land Use:

1. Lot is for single family residential purposes only.

2. No animals, livestock, or poultry of any kind shall be kept, used or bred on any lot either for commercial or private purposes, except for horses and up to two typical domestic pets (i.e. dog or cat). These pets may not constitute a nuisance to the neighborhood and must be contained within the boundaries of the owner’s property.

3. No lot shall be used or maintained as a dumping ground for rubbish, trash or other waste. All trash, garbage and other waste shall be kept in sanitary containers and out of sight from the private road except during scheduled pickup times.

4. There shall be no burning of trash or any other waste materials after construction. Small, well contained pit or chimney fires are allowed for recreational activities.

5. Vehicles not in running order are not allowed on the lot for more than 30 days unless kept in a garage.

6. No business or commercial signs are allowed on any lot. The only exception is a single sign advertising premises for sale which shall not exceed five square feet.

7. No noxious or offensive activity shall occur which may become an annoyance or nuisance to the neighborhood. Any music/noise heard from another lot shall be considered a nuisance.

Construction:

1. Only one single family house allowed per lot plus one detached structure (i.e. garage, workshop, shed, etc.).

2. All structures must have complete plans approved by the developer prior to construction.

3. Exterior materials and colors must be approved by the developer prior to construction/application.

4. All modifications involving the exterior appearance of any structure must be approved by developer prior to construction/application.

5. Exterior appearance of detached structure must match the exterior appearance of the house.

6. The house must be constructed on solid, non-combustible foundations, except porches and decks may be isolated piers.

7. The front foundation plus any other part of the foundation of the house visible from the private road shall be constructed of stone or brick with no exposed concrete block, cinder block or panel siding of any type.

8. Mobile homes, trailers, modular homes or pre-fabricated homes are not permitted.

9. The house shall have a minimum of 1,500 square feet.

10. The exterior of all structures shall be constructed of wood, brick, rock or other material that fits with the natural surroundings. All exterior construction must be approved by the developer.

11. All fences must be in keeping with the natural surroundings and approved by the developer prior to construction. Chain link fencing is not allowed if visible from the private road.

12. The outside wiring for all structures shall be placed underground from the utility company’s electric pole to dwelling.

13. Permanent outdoor lighting not connected to the house (i.e. street lights) which stays on all night is not permitted.

14. Each residence shall have a septic or sewage system which complies with all laws and health regulations.

15. The stripping of top soil, removal of trees or otherwise disturbing the natural beauty of the lot is prohibited. This does not disallow necessary construction or any other activities calculated to increase the beauty of the property or increase its value.

16. The landscaping of the yard should be neat, orderly, and well maintained. This should include keeping the yard mowed as well as bushes, shrubs and trees trimmed to ensure the look of a well groomed yard.

Roadway Maintenance:

1. Each lot owner shall pay the developer an annual fee for the maintenance and improvement of the private road.

2. The entire amount of the fees collected will be used for road or other common use improvements and an accounting of such funds may be requested by property owners at any time.

3. The fee is due on 1 April of each year for that calendar year. A 10% late charge will be assessed if payment is not made by 1 April.

4. The owner of the lot on 1 April is responsible for the entire year’s assessment.

5. The annual fee is $100 for each unimproved lot (no structures) and $250 for each improved lot. If any construction, to include lot clearing, has begun by 1 April, the improved lot rate shall be paid.

6. All unpaid roadway maintenance assessments chargeable to any lot owner shall constitute a lien on the property.

7. This fee is subject to annual increases not to exceed 10% each year. Notices will be sent to each lot owner no later than 1 February of any increases for that year.

Developer Approval & Waivers:

1. Any deviation from these restrictions must receive a written waiver approval from the developer prior to construction.

2. The developer will sign all approved design submissions and return them to the owner to demonstrate approval.

Covenant Changes:

1. The developer reserves the right to change these restrictive covenants.

2. These covenants are to run with the land and shall be binding on anyone claiming the land for a period of forty years from the date this covenant was recorded unless superseded by a homeowner’s association covenant.

3. The developer may create and relinquish his authority and responsibilities to a homeowner’s association at the discretion of the developer.