Homeowner Information

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       SUMMARY OF COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR

                              PHASE I OF FIELDSTONE FARMS

Below is a summary of the standards and requirements set forth in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Phase I of Fieldstone Farms (the "CC&Rs") and the documents and guidelines referenced therein, including but not limited to the Master Plan, the Architectural Design Guidelines and the Rules and Regulations (collectively the "Community Documents") that have been prepared on behalf of Fieldstone Farms, LLC (the "Developer") for the Fieldstone Farms subdivision

 THE STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES SET FORTH BELOW IS A SUMMARY AND MAY NOT CONTAIN ALL TERMS AND REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN THE COMMUNITY DOCUMENTS. THIS SUMMARY IS PRESENTED AS A MATTER OF CONVENIENCE AND SHALL NOT REPLACE THE NEED TO REVIEW THE COMMUNITY DOCUMENTS. THE STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES SET FORTH BELOW ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ACCORDING TO THE TERMS OF THE COMMUNITY DOCUMENTS. TO THE EXTENT THERE IS A CONFLICT BETWEEN THIS SUMMARY AND THE TERMS OF THE COMMUNITY DOCUMENTS, THE TERMS OF THE COMMUNITY DOCUMENTS SHALL CONTROL.

I. SIZE REQUIREMENTS

1. Living Area (exclusive of garages, porches and basements).

Single Family Homes (Lots: 7-23, 26-36, 59-61, 63-72, 82-88): The minimum square foot requirement for a Single Family Home shall be 1,400 square feet.

Estate Homes (Lots: 4, 6, 24, 25, 37, 40-55, 73, 75-81, 90-96): The minimum square foot requirement for an Estate Home shall be 1,800 square feet.

Townhomes (Lot 2): The minimum square foot requirement for a Townhome shall be 1,200 square feet.

Patio homes (Lot 3): The minimum square foot requirement for a Patio home shall be 1,200 square feet.

2. Garage Area. Garages shall generally provide space for a minimum of two (2) automobiles and shall not exceed four (4) automobiles. A one-car garage is permitted subject to approval of the Developer and/or Architectural Review Committee (the" Reviewer.")

II. SITE CONSIDERATIONS

1. Orientation. Single Family Homes or Estate Homes constructed on Lots 75-81, 82-88 shall be considered to be "Rear-Loaded" homes meaning that the vehicular entrance (driveway) to such homes shall be from the back of the lot through the alley designated as Deer Ridge Lane on the Master Plan. Except as otherwise provided in the Community Documents, all residences must face the street or face the major street in a case of a lot fronting more than one street. All residences constructed on lots which abut Fieldstone Parkway must be oriented so as to face Fieldstone Parkway. All garages are to be attached with the exception of garages for Rear-Loaded Homes which may be detached. No garage shall be oriented so as to face Fieldstone Parkway.

2. Setback Lines. With the exception of driveways, walks, and mailboxes, no structures shall be allowed on any lot outside the building setback lines. The minimum building setback requirements are established by the Walker County Zoning Ordinances and the CC&Rs and are set forth on the Master Plan and/or applicable plats.

3. Driveways. Driveways shall be located a minimum of two (2) feet from the side property line to allow landscaping, except in special conditions when approved by the Reviewer and are to be constructed of concrete or other hard surface (i.e. brick or stone) approved by the Reviewer. Driveways constructed of asphalt are prohibited unless specifically approved.

4. Swimming Pools; Spas and Hot Tubs.' Swimming pool design, placement and construction shall be subject to approval. All swimming pools shall be in ground. Pools will be fenced for safety as per state and/or local laws. Pools shall not be permitted on the street side of the residence, nor shall any portion of a pool, decking or enclosure be permitted to extend outside the building setback lines. Spas/hot tubs shall be located in the rear yard away from adjacent property so that the use, presence, and noise of the mechanical equipment do not adversely affect the use of the adjacent property. Spas and/or hot tubs should be an integral part of a deck, patio, or landscaping. Spas/hot tubs shall be screened from adjacent property and all of the understructure of spas/hot tubs which are set into above ground decks shall be screened. Mechanical equipment for pools and spas/hot tubs shall be concealed and located so as not to have an adverse effect on the use of adjacent property.

5. Gates, Walls and Fences. The design for any fence, wall or gate shall be compatible and harmonious with the design of the residence which it serves. Fence foundations must be constructed entirely on the owner's property unless there is a written and recordable document reflecting an agreement with respect to the cost, design, construction, maintenance, and responsibility for the fence. Where a gate is powered, the motor cover and related equipment shall be screened from street view.  Privacy fences on lots shall not exceed six (6) feet in height and shall be appropriately landscaped. Fences are allowed no nearer the front lot line of the lot than the rear line of the residence. Fences must be vinyl, powder coat aluminum or wrought iron. Chain link fencing will not be permitted. All fence design and construction shall be subject to approval of the Reviewer.

6. Decks. A deck shall be located at the rear of the house unless otherwise approved.  The configuration, detail and railing design of a deck shall relate harmoniously with the architectural style of the house.

7. Non-Architectural Improvements. Any non-architectural improvements on any lot, e.g. playground equipment, basketball backboards, sculptures, garden ornaments, decorative exterior lighting fixtures, etc., shall be located within the building area of the lot, and shall be screened from street views.

8. TV Cable & Satellite Dishes. Exterior television and radio antennas are prohibited. Small satellite dishes are permitted but shall meet the requirements as set forth in the Community Documents.

9. Retaining Walls. Each retaining wall used to form a terrace shall be no more than four (4) feet tall and spaced no closer than four (4) feet apart.

III. EXTERIOR MATERIALS/DESIGN

1. Materials. The variety and number of primary exterior materials should be held to a minimum. Changes in exterior wall material should have a logical relationship to the massing of the house and may not be made for reasons of economy and function only. Changes of material in the same wall plane along a vertical line must be strictly avoided.

2. Color. Exterior paints and stains for each residence shall be selected to complement or harmonize with the colors of the other materials with which they are used. The color palette of existing adjacent residences will be considered by the Reviewer in making approvals in order to avoid monotonous color schemes.

3. Chimneys. Chimneys must be clad in brick, stone, stucco or siding. Prefabricated metal fireplaces and metal flues are subject to approval of the Reviewer.

4. Architectural Sheet Metals. All stack vents and attic ventilators shall be installed straight and true and shall be located to minimize street view visibility or hidden in a chase. All exposed roof flashing, stack vents, skylight curbs, attic ventilators, or any other metal roof accessories shall be copper, or painted to match the roofing color.

5. Guttering and Downspouts. Gutters shall be made of copper, galvanized steel or prefinished extruded aluminum. If painted, the color shall match the residences exterior trim color.

6. Window Materials. All windows shall be double paned. Windows shall be wood or vinyl. No aluminum windows shall be permitted. Glazing shall be clear and colorless on windows as well as doors with glass. Metal windows on brick veneer elevations shall be trimmed in wood.

7. Glass Block. Use of glass block is subject to approval.

8. Shutters. Shutters shall be made of wood or quality materials, and shall be sized to match the window or door opening.

9. Main Entrance Doors. Exterior pedestrian doors visible from the street shall be made of wood or quality materials with a painted gloss finish or stained. Glass shall be clear and colorless

10. Dormers. Dormer windows shall be no more than two windows wide, and they shall be less than two (2) feet from an end gable. Windows should fill the front side of the dormer so that a minimum amount of wall is exposed.

11. Root The roof pitch on the main portion of the residence must be a minimum of eight-twelfths (8/12) unless otherwise approved by the Reviewer. Roofing materials are to be a twenty-five year architectural/dimensional shingle or other material approved by the Reviewer

12. Siding. Concrete, smooth horizontal Wood, vinyl or an approved equal premanufactured clapboard . Artificial, simulated or imitation materials (aluminum siding or simulated brick) are subject to approval.

13. Brick . Shall be hard-fired, which has an overall appearance of evenness in color and texture. Painted brick may be used where appropriate to the style of the residence. Use of brick with a large range of tones is not acceptable.

14. Stucco. Shall be smooth, steel-troweled cement stucco or rigid foam insulation with an acrylic and cementitious coat.

15. Foundations. Single Family Homes and Estate Homes shall be placed over crawl spaces or a full basement. Foundations of all residence shall be covered with brick or stone. The intent is to eliminate the exposure of concrete or concrete block from the street view.

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