Effective September 24, 2020

LANDOW NERS’ GUIDE Construction, Landscaping

and Painting in the QLLA Community

Quechee Lakes Review Board 3268 Quechee Main Street • PO Box 1301 • Quechee, VT 05059

Tel: (802) 299-2105 • Fax: (802) 295-1527 • Review.Board@QuecheeClub.com

As members of Quechee Lakes Landowners’ Association, Landowners have opted to preserve the natural beauty of our part of the Upper Valley. This Guide explains Landowner’s responsibilities

in doing so, and further describes how the Review Board will assist Owners in achieving their goals while adhering to QLLA rules & regulations.

OBJECTIVE

CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Projects Requiring an Application 2

Application and Administrative Procedures 4

Application Process New Construction and Major Additions or Demolition 5

Approval Considerations 7

Application Process and Approval Considerations 9 for Color-Related Matters (New, Change or Repainting)

Application Process and Approval Considerations 11 for Landscaping and Forest Management

Land Use Standards and Special Provisions 14 (including Open-Field Home Sites and Visually Sensitive Areas)

Home Heating Fuel and Propane Tank Installation 16

Installation and Operating Guidelines for Air Conditioners, Power Generators, Renewable Energy Devices and Hot Tubs 17

Special Considerations for Condominium Projects 18

Violations 19

Authorized Contractors 20

Appendices 21

Index 43

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INTRODUCTION

All properties which are part of the Quechee Lakes Subdivision of the Town of Hartford are subject to covenants and restrictions on the development and use of the property. These covenants and restrictions include construction requirements and limitations, setback requirements, usage restrictions, color limitations, prohibitions on tree cutting and pruning and other restrictions and requirements. These requirements are in addition to any requirements imposed by the State of Vermont, Town of Hartford or other governmental authority.

A Review Board (“RB”) has been established by the Quechee Lakes Landowners’ Association, Inc. to:

• Establish guidelines and standards subject to approval by the Board of Trustees

• Review plans for construction, improvements and significant changes in land use

• Approve designs, colors and landscape plans.

This Guide sets forth the standards and procedures used by the RB to approve a project. In general, any project involving construction, exterior building modification or painting and landscaping will require an application to the RB. Repairs involving no change in materials or colors will not be charged an application fee. (Before initiating any exterior maintenance, landowners are encouraged to contact the Review Board Administrator to determine if an application is needed.)

Once an application has been made, the RB will schedule a visit to the site to review the proposed work to ensure compliance with the standards. Following the site visit, the RB will consider the project for approval at its next meeting. RB meetings are held at the clubhouse every other Wednesday during spring, summer and fall, then once a month in winter. Each meeting starts with an open session where homeowners may address the RB about a project. Following each RB meeting, the homeowner is notified of an approval or whether modifications to the proposal are needed to comply with the standards.

Application Forms may be obtained at the RB Office in the Clubhouse or by:

Mail: QLLA Review Board

PO Box 1301 Quechee, Vermont 05059-1301

Phone: (802) 299-2105

E-mail: Review.Board@QuecheeClub.com

Website: www.QuecheeClub.com

(Following log on go to: My Club, Governance/Review Board, Review Board: Documents can be found at the bottom of the page.)

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PROJECTS REQUIRING AN APPLICATION AND RB APPROVAL

• All New Construction and/or additions, including homes, commercial buildings, Condominiums, garages, sheds, and other buildings;

• Demolition of structure/s;

• Changes to the land including: added/removed landfill, retaining walls, prep work for construction, driveway modifications, etc.

• Painting or Roofing: All home painting and roofing projects, including those with no change in color.

• Modifications to windows, sliders, skylights, awnings, pedestrian doors, garage doors and/or decks.

• Other exterior changes to the structure(s) which are not maintenance as defined below.

• Landscaping including tree removal and pruning.

• Changes to landscape and buildings including:

o outside lighting o air conditioners & power generators o renewable energy devices/solar installations (no fee) o fuel tanks o pools & hot tubs o fences & stone walls o driveways o patios

Exterior Maintenance: Repair of decking, siding, roofing, patios, entrance steps, and like projects that require no change in the materials used, no change in colors, and no changes in any dimensional nature are considered maintenance and no application is required. Homeowners should contact the RB Administrator to confirm that repair work will not require an application.

Replacement of doors, windows, skylights, sliders and garage doors of the same size, color and architectural characteristics will require an application but may be considered maintenance; otherwise, an application fee will apply.

Replacement of underground piping, septic systems, leach fields, wells, etc. necessitates notice to the RB. An application may or may not be required depending on the scope of the project.

Note that approvals can take two weeks or more from the time of a correctly completed application and are valid for one year from the date of approval. Interpretations of the Landowners’ Guide are not the purview of any Real Estate Agent, Property Manager, Contractor, individual Board of Trustees member, RB member or QLLA employee. Approvals are the sole purview of the sitting RB acting as an official body. Approvals for previous projects should not be considered binding on any proposed new work.

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For good and sufficient reasons, the RB may waive or modify these Guidelines and related application and approval processes. Relevant considerations include: efficiencies of time and cost, permitting or financing process requirements, and specific site or construction considerations.

Landowner Responsibilities: Landowners are responsible for understanding the requirements described in the Landowners’ Guide and for applying for and obtaining approval before commencing any of the work outlined above. Landowner responsibilities are governed by the Covenants, Bylaws and Rules & Regulations and by the RB’s application of those documents in the Landowners Guide. The RB will work with the Landowner to provide guidance and facilitate the application process. Landowners who file applications after work has commenced or concluded will be subject to an application fee double the original application fee. Depending on the nature and extent of the work and according to the current Violations Fine Structure a fine could be assessed and remediation required.

Merchant Builder & Contractor Responsibilities: Merchant Builders as defined in the Covenants, Contractors and Tradesmen who work on QLLA property completing projects that require RB review and approval must obtain a copy of the Landowners’ Guide and sign a Contractor Authorization form acknowledging that they understand and will abide by the Guide and any requirements set forth by the RB in Landowners’ application approvals.

Violations: Failure to follow the Guidelines, application process and approved work plan may result in the denial of a project and/or assessment of a fine and remediation (see Appendix F).

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▪ Serve as notification of the applicant's intent to undertake a project requiring RB approval.

▪ Convey to the RB the concept and purpose of the proposed development or improvement.

▪ Review the approval process and discuss any concerns of the RB relative to the project.

▪ Respond to applicant’s questions about RB interpretations.

APPLICATION AND ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES

Before commencing work on a project requiring RB approval, as outlined on page 1, an application must be submitted by the Landowner to the RB for review and approval. The applicant must be a member in good standing and have title to the property on which the project is to be completed and is responsible for ensuring that their Contractor adheres to RB Guidelines.

The RB maintains a list of Authorized Contractors who acknowledge their responsibility to understand and apply the guidelines set forth in the Landowners’ Guide for the type of work they will conduct in QLLA. Approval of any application is contingent on the use of one or more Authorized Contractors (see Appendix J for Contractor Authorization Form). The list of Contractors is available from the RB Office. Inclusion on the Authorized Contractor list is not an endorsement or recommendation by QLLA or the RB.

Project Application Forms: may be obtained at the RB Office in the Clubhouse or by:

Mail: QLLA Review Board

PO Box 1301 Quechee, Vermont 05059-1301

Phone: (802) 299-2105

E-mail: Review.Board@QuecheeClub.com

Website: www.QuecheeClub.com

Fees: A filing fee is required with most applications (see Appendix E).

Preliminary Conference: Prior to filing an application, a Landowner may request a preliminary conference with the RB. The purpose of such a conference is to:

Questions: Landowners may contact the RB Administrator by phone 802-299-2105 or e-mail as above.

A Landowner, upon receiving RB approval, must comply with all rules, regulations and conditions of approval. The Landowner is responsible for assuring that the contractor is RB Authorized and adheres to such rules, regulations and conditions of approval. Upon project completion, the Landowner must notify the RB of completion for final review. Authorized Contractors, while working on a site, are permitted to display signs with their name and telephone number. E-911/Street number, assigned by the Town of Hartford, must be displayed and visible from the road.

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APPLICATION PROCESS NEW CONSTRUCTION AND MAJOR ADDITIONS

Every construction project, including new construction, expansions/additions and exterior building alterations, are subject to the following procedures. Further, RB approval of tree removal and pruning/trimming is required in conjunction with all new construction and expansions/additions.

Application and Review Steps:

• An application detailing the construction project, signed by the Landowner, along with appropriate attachments as outlined below and further in Appendix K, should be filed by mail, electronically, or by hand to the RB. No approval will be granted unless all required provisions of an application have been met. Approvals are provided by the formal action of the RB and cannot be granted by individual RB members or QLLA employees. Refer to page 4 of this Guide for obtaining an application. A sample form can be found on pages 25 and 26.

• Contractor must be on the RB Authorized Contractor list, having acknowledged reviewing the Landowners’ Guide and being prepared to follow the requirements and restrictions set forth therein. Contractor selection may be submitted at a later date, but prior to commencing work.

• See Appendix J for the contractor authorization form.

• The required fee must accompany the application and can be charged to the Landowner’s account (see Appendix E).

• Copy of letters to abutters (See Appendix A) describing the general nature of a proposed construction project and the intent to file an application with the RB must be provided with the application. Abutters are afforded a two-week period in which to review the application/materials pertaining to the project and provide a written response. “Abutters” include adjacent Landowners and Landowners on the opposite side of the street within 100 feet of the property line of the proposed project, as well as those beyond Greenbelts less than 100 feet wide. Please contact the RB Administrator for the names and addresses of all abutters required to be notified.

• Applications for projects at Condominium Associations must include approval by the Condominium Association Board.

• A copy of required Town and/or State Permits or the application for such must accompany the application. A copy of the approved permit/s is required to be submitted once issued.

• Site plan and architectural drawings are required. See Appendix K for further details.

• The following is preferred with the initial application but may be submitted during construction but prior to installation:

o Samples of exterior materials and colors with manufacturer’s name and catalog

numbers (required with original application if factory applied).

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o Roof material samples and manufacturers’ specifications, with original application if roof is predetermined at factory.

o Landscape Plan and projected timetable for implementation and completion. This plan should indicate changes in grade, rock outcrops, retaining walls, fences, driveways, parking areas, walkways, lawns, tree and bush areas, proposed plant, tree, bush type/size and any other significant features, as well as a short description.

o Exterior Lighting Plan plus manufacturer’s name, catalog number and pictures of fixtures along with lamp type and lumen output (see Appendix I).

o Location of and specifications for proposed A/C units, power generators and other pad-mounted equipment which include a sound (decibel) rating, renewable energy devices as well as fixed fuel oil and propane tanks (buried or above ground). Appropriate screening is required.

• A site visit will be conducted to review the application. The site must be marked in accordance with Appendix G.

• For house or other structure demolition and clean-up, an application must be submitted describing the structure to be removed and its location. Application must include the dates for beginning and completion of the removal. Any need to remove trees or modify the landscape must be fully described. Cleared structures must be completely removed within one year from the date of approval. If a new approved structure is not to be built within six months of the removal, a landscaping plan will be required.

Time Period for Construction to Start: Approvals are conditioned on a start within twelve months of the date of approval. The “start” date would be the beginning of Lot clearing and/or pouring of concrete foundations. Then, the exterior of all structures must be completed, along with grading and erosion control, within twelve months. A Landowner may request an extension of this time frame in writing, provided such request is made before expiration of the original time period. The RB will consider up to two six-month extensions.

In the event the RB disapproves an application, the final notice will inform the Landowner of the reasons. The RB will make a reasonable effort to assist and advise the applicant of necessary revisions to allow approval of any resubmitted documents.

Time Period for Construction to Start for Condominium Developments and Cluster Housing: In the case of multi-unit projects such as Condominium or Cluster home developments, a longer preliminary time prior to initiation of construction is reasonable and the RB shall grant up to two, one-year extensions to initiate construction, provided the Developer notifies the RB in writing prior to the expiration of twelve months following the RB's approval of the Developer's application(s).

Failure to Start or Extend and Re-Filing Requirements: Failure to initiate construction within twelve months, absent a request for extension, invalidates the approval and necessitates a re- submittal of the application along with appropriate fee. If a property is sold or transferred before an authorized project has been started, a new application with appropriate fee must be submitted by the new Landowner, as the existing application is considered void once the property has transferred.

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APPROVAL CONSIDERATIONS:

Per the Third Amended and Restated Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for Quechee Lakes Subdivision, Article VI, Section 6.0 1 Development Standards, item (b.), which states in part: The RB shall have the right to refuse to approve any such plans, specifications and locations which are not in compliance with the guidelines and standards, and shall be entitled to stop any construction in violation of this Article.

For all construction and demolition applications, the RB shall be governed by the following contractor and design parameters in its application processing and review:

Contractor(s): Contractors conducting the work must be on the RB Authorized Contractors list.

Setback Provisions: Setbacks are the space adjacent to a property boundary that may not be occupied by any structure. 40 feet is required between any structure and the Lot line/s that abut a private or public rights of way or Greenbelt and 25 feet is required between all other Lot lines which do not abut Greenbelt or rights of way. Driveways or parking areas must have setbacks of 10 feet, except where drive access from public or private rights of way occurs. Variances based on a hardship will be considered.

Height of Structure: A house floor plan including porches, entrances, enclosed rooms and attached garage will define the elevation drawings used to determine heights along each elevation view. If there is a separate garage, guest house or shed, it must have its own set of elevation drawings to be used for determining heights.

The height of any residential or commercial building or structure shall not be greater than the lesser of 2-1/2 stories or 30 feet measured vertically on any surface of the building elevation at the average grade plane or 40 feet measured from the highest ridge to lowest sill of the building. The height of Guest Houses, and Sheds shall not be greater than 20 feet similarly measured vertically on any part of the structure. Barns, where permitted, may not exceed 40 feet. On sloping sites it is preferable to orient roof slopes in same direction as grade change. Subject to Review Board approval building height may be disguised for aesthetic purposes by using a stonewall backfilled with dirt to bring the ground level up.

For each elevation the 30/20 foot maximum height is measured from average grade plane to the highest roof ridge. Average grade shall be calculated on a weighted basis proportionate to grading configuration of each particular elevation.

Special provision: Where ridgeline or gabled end of highest ridge is recessed 12 feet or more from exterior foundation, the 30/20 foot height limitation for that elevation shall be considered the shingle line at the eave or gable rake. In no case shall the highest ridge be more than 40 feet above the lowest sill of the building.

Building Materials: Materials used in construction, including and particularly roofing, shall not be of material that would significantly reflect light, or otherwise be inconsistent with the character of and building materials used in the immediate neighborhood or other Condominium or Cluster home developments in Quechee Lakes. Log homes and modular homes are permitted as long as all other building criteria are met.

Chimneys: Chimneys intended for live fires shall be constructed to meet local and State requirements. In addition, QLLA requires that they be lined the entire height with standard clay flue lining or other fire-resistant material and shall be equipped with a suitable spark arrestor. Where exposed to view, chimneys shall be properly enclosed in wood, stone, brick or other suitable material.

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Exposed Concrete: Exposed concrete foundation shall not exceed 18 inches between finished grade and the bottom of siding on any façade.

Exterior Lighting: Lighting shall be appropriately located, in the RB's reasonable discretion, with no lamps or combination of lamps in any fixture exceeding a light level of 1500 lumens (Reference Appendix I). Where lighting is deemed to be a disturbance to neighbors, the light output of the fixture must be reduced, or fixtures must be removed, relocated or adequately shielded, or a combination of the above.

Driveways: Driveways shall not exceed 14 feet in width, be less than 10 feet from any property line except where they enter the property or exceed 15% grade (exceptions will be considered in hardship cases). A Town of Hartford Driveway Entrance Permit is required, and a culvert may be a requirement of that approval. With RB approval, driveways may cross a Greenbelt.

Auxiliary Items: Auxiliary items such as, but not limited to, supports or foundations, signs, trash bins, and fuel and propane tanks properly screened from view are to be located at least ten feet within the property; if this presents a hardship to a Landowner, relief may be granted. Fences, bins, tanks and screening should be located such that servicing and/or maintenance can be performed from within the property. Fences and stone walls may be built up to the property line with the exception of the front (road side) property line, where they must be set back at least 25 feet from the center line of the road or 10 feet back from the property line, whichever is greater. Applications for stone walls and fences on a Greenbelt should be submitted to the RB but ultimately will require Board of Trustee concurrence if approval is to be granted. Placement of walls and fences on public rights of way necessitates Town of Hartford approval. Use of natural materials are encouraged for fences and stone walls.

Grounds and Landscaping: Landscaping surrounding homes, Condominiums and/or Cluster Homes shall be of materials and quantities substantially similar to the landscaping installed on existing Quechee Lakes homes, Condominium and/or Cluster home projects. Stone pillars on sides of driveways are permitted with at least a 10-foot set-back from the property line. Use of natural stone is encouraged for pillars. Lampposts may not exceed 100 inches in height and must be set back at least 10 feet from the road. Property lines, Greenbelts and Town rights-of-way are all taken into consideration of approval. Patios located closer than 25 feet to the property line may require screening, under no circumstances should they be located closer than 10 feet to the property line.

Tree Removal and Land Clearing: Tree removal/land clearing for new construction is restricted to an area indicated by the construction disturbance area depicted on the site plan. Trees to be removed in the portions of the Lot beyond the disturbance area must be individually depicted on the site plan and be specifically identified by banding. No further cutting of trees four inches or more in diameter at a height of four feet is permitted without written authorization of RB. Within the disturbance area, some re-planting following completion of the construction activity may be required by the RB.

Natural Ground Areas: Ground areas disturbed during house or driveway construction, resulting in a slope condition greater than 20%, are required to be sodded, seeded and mulched, paved or otherwise stabilized to prevent erosion. Slopes greater than 50% will not be allowed. Stabilization must be completed to prevent erosion issues.

Lot Grading and Clean-up: Grading shall be as indicated on the plans and specifications. All construction debris and landscape scars caused by construction are removed not later than two months after project completion. If the project is completed during the winter, thus precluding immediate landscaping and clean up being completed, an extension may be granted.

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APPLICATION PROCESS AND APPROVAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR COLOR-RELATED MATTERS (NEW, CHANGE OR REPAINTING)

Overview: Exterior colors for new construction and repainting require an application and approval of the RB. The QLLA’s protective covenants requiring body, trim and roof colors with low reflectivity for its homes and condominiums promotes their harmony with the surroundings. Low-reflectivity roof and house colors maintain our scenic vistas for everyone and for all seasons. Exceptions are made for the village homes, which were built before QLLA was formed, and for farmsteads.

The Landowners’ Guide for house body, trim, windows and roof includes guidelines for low-reflectivity and low- contrast between the body and trim colors. If windows are replaced, they can be ordered factory painted to match either the trim or the body at no additional charge.

Examples of acceptable color schemes were selected by a Sherwin Williams’ designer specifically for QLLA. There are thirty “story boards” from which to choose which can be located at the following website: https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/hoa/quechee/vt/quechee-lakes-landowners-association/ . The thirty body colors for siding included in the pre-selected schemes meet QLLA’s requirement with light reflectivity values (LRV) of less than 40. Applications for painting or re-painting will be approved quickly for these pre-selected color schemes, which can be obtained from Sherwin Williams or duplicated by other paint manufacturers. Other color schemes can be submitted to the Review Board for approval as long as the LRV is less than 40. The LRV numbers are provided by the paint manufacturer and are usually found under “details” for the color selected. Preference is given to monochromatic color schemes, where body, trim and windows are the same color, or to low contrast combinations of body, trim and window colors.

Assistance: If the applicant does not have access to a computer, assistance is available at the RB office located at the Quechee Club. Additionally, the RB color team is a resource to help you with general guidance, discuss options and elaborate on preferred color schemes before or after the Landowner’s application is submitted for color approval.

When is an Application Required: An application is required for new construction and for repainting, even without a change in color, of any home, Condominium, Cluster home, deck, garage, shed, etc. The application must be submitted and approved by the RB before any work is started. Pre-selected color combinations from our page on the Sherwin Williams website will be approved, other combinations will be considered on a case by case basis. Paint colors from Sherwin Williams website can be color matched to any paint brand for use.

Application Forms: The application must be made using the form in Appendix C, available in the RB office or on the Quechee Club website at: https://quecheeclub.com/documents/10184/25903/C.%20Application%20for%20Color.pdf

This form may accompany the initial application in the case of new construction or additions, or it may be submitted prior to painting or roofing at a later date. Modular home colors must be approved at the time of the original application. The application must include the color scheme number and indicate color for body, trim, door and garage door.

Details: The RB will simultaneously review all colors to be applied to a structure in outdoor light. This includes the roof, body, corner boards, fascia, soffits, decks, railings, garage doors, entry doors, cupolas, shutters, window mullions, frieze boards, window trim and roofs.

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Roofs: Application for new roofs must define the type of roof (standing seam, metal roof, natural shingle, asphalt or composite shingles) and include a sample of the material. Examples of acceptable colors for each type of roofing material system are available for reference in the RB office.

Siding: The decision concerning siding, trim and accent colors will be made on a per building basis related to Lot location, sensitivity of the site and contrast between siding and trim. In general, low contrast between the siding and trim is the RB standard, but exceptions may be allowed as a function of the amount of trim, house location and setting. Only one siding color will be permitted on any structure. White siding will be allowed only for buildings in the commercial district (areas covered by the COVE and/or Rider B Covenants) and those buildings on Lots of four acres or more which are naturally open.

Trim: Trim color shall be in low contrast to the house color and will be favorably considered if from the same color palette. Trim colors may be lighter or darker than the house but white will not be considered on non-white buildings. Trim is defined as corner boards, window/door trim, fascia, skirting boards, and railings.

Garage Doors: Garage doors are to be the same color as the siding or trim or may be a darker color in the same color family if there is not a separate trim color. Natural garage and pedestrian doors (wood or with a clear finish or wood stain or factory finished simulated wood) will be favorably considered in the overall color scheme.

Accent Color: Accent color should be kept to a minimum and may include things such as shutters, pillars, flashing, pedestrian doors, etc.. There will be no more than three colors permitted on any structure including siding, trim and accent color.

Windows: White windows may be allowed for existing window sashes, muntins and mullions and manufacturer’s frame cladding. For new construction and replacement windows colors other than white should be selected to harmonize with the siding and trim.

Decks and Deck Trim: Decks, railings, balusters and trim, which are painted, or composite require approval and should blend with the siding color or the approved trim color. New pressure treated decks which are to be painted or stained after construction (to allow dry time) must be completed within 18 months.

Outbuildings: Garages, sheds, playhouses, etc. are required to match the color scheme of the house, including the roofs.

Color Approval: Approval is valid for one year and shall not constitute a binding precedent as future painting must be approved based on circumstances existing at that time. The use of any particular color elsewhere in QLLA does not guarantee its acceptance in other applications. The RB reserves the right to approve new color schemes as customs and manufacturer’s offerings change.

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APPLICATION PROCESS AND APPROVAL CONSIDERATIONS LANDSCAPING AND FOREST MANAGEMENT

Responsibility for preserving the natural beauty of Quechee resides with the RB, Landowners, and Contractors/Arborists/Landscapers. RB approval is required for all tree removal, pruning/trimming (except as noted) and forest clean up, on both residential and commercial properties, whether owned by Members, Merchant Builders, Developers or QLLA.

The RB believes that there are many reasons for good forest management and encourages Landowners to develop a continuing maintenance program to achieve the following:

• Screening of homes

• Control of soil erosion

• Habitat and food for wildlife

• Year-round beauty and foliage colors

• Shade in summer to moderate temperatures

• Buffers from harsh winter winds

• Screening of objectionable views and framing of attractive vistas

• Absorption of chemicals from the air and release of oxygen in exchange

The RB provides an application form for the use of Landowners seeking approval of landscaping and forest management projects (see Appendix D).

To avoid delays, Landowners planning tree pruning or removal projects may wish to consider the assistance of a Certified Arborist in the preparation of their applications. Inasmuch as the State of Vermont does not license or certify arborists, the RB uses certification by the International Society of Arboriculture as the qualifying standard. A list of Certified Arborists who also are Authorized Contractors is available from the RB office. These arborists have agreed to provide advisory services to QLLA Landowners.

Application Procedures

Applications: Tree removal and/or pruning applications must provide specific data including a plot plan or sketch showing property lines. The location of house and other structures should be shown, along with the location and number of the trees to be pruned or removed, the date when the trees will be banded by the Landowner for inspection, and the reason(s) for the proposed work. No approval will be given until an RB Authorized Contractor is identified. The Landowner shall assume full responsibility for all work done by the Contractor.

In order to accurately assess the impact of tree removal and pruning projects, the RB will accept and review applications for all hardwoods from May through September when the leaves are on the trees. Applications regarding evergreens, storm damaged trees or those posing safety issues will be reviewed year-round. Members who anticipate taking advantage of seasonal discounts offered for tree work should be certain to get advance RB approval as it pertains to hardwoods.

View Restoration: The removal of trees to restore an original view will not be permitted. The RB will work with Landowners to create framed views. Beautiful vistas or so-called “views” are a hallmark of Vermont and should be enjoyed whenever possible. Magnificent hardwood, pine and fir forests are the reason Vermont is known as “The Green Mountain State” and these forests are an integral part of the beauty of Quechee Lakes.

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When Quechee Lakes was developed initially and during subsequent construction of homes and Condominiums it was often necessary and appropriate to remove large numbers of trees. As a result, many Landowners experienced expansive views. Over time, natural tree growth has restored forested areas lost during construction or once in agricultural use and as a result some views may have become obscured in part or entirely. In order to maintain the appeal of a forested environment, removal, topping or re-topping of trees for the single purpose of restoring views will not be approved.

Good forestry practice such as trimming mature trees so that the crowns do not interfere with each other, removing secondary or inferior growth to promote healthy trees, and elimination of dead or compromised trees to enhance new growth is encouraged. Such practices generally require Certified Arborists to achieve what are termed “framed views” and which can substantially restore earlier vistas. The RB will arrange site visits of proposed tree work and subsequently will notify the Landowner in writing of approval, denial or any revision to the proposal.

Once a Landowner has received written approval, the project should be completed within twelve months or a new application is required. This includes replanting.

In the case of Condominium landscaping and forest management projects, applications must be accompanied by a letter of approval from an authorized officer of the Condominium Association.

Authorized Contractors (including but not limited to arborists and landscapers) who perform operations within QLLA are obliged to ensure that significant tree removals beyond pruning are performed in accordance with RB guidelines. Failure to adhere to RB-approval will result in possible fines or penalties to the Landowner (see Appendix F, Violations Schedule).

Should tree cutting go beyond what was approved, the Landowner is responsible to immediately notify the RB to discuss remediation.

B. Approval Considerations

General Rule: Except as may be required for clearing within the Disturbance Line for new construction, no living tree greater than four-inch diameter (12.5-inch circumference) as measured four feet above ground may be cut, removed or otherwise altered without prior approval of the RB other than as noted below.

Where there is extensive tree cutting proposed, the RB may require the landowner to send abutter letters.

The following procedures shall apply to all tree removals, or pruning:

Removal: Removal is defined as the cutting down of any standing tree. Removal requires RB approval prior to beginning work. Removal of any standing tree greater than four-inch diameter that is presumed dead requires an application and RB verification but will not require a fee. Retain a significant number of specimen trees within any area being cleared by leaving specimen trees on approximately 15 foot spacing. Consult with the RB tree team to obtain proper guidance.

Clear cutting: Clear cutting is not allowed, may result in a fine being levied, and may require remediation. Clear cutting is defined as the removal of brush, shrubs and trees, including those less than 4 inches in diameter, in a contiguous area. This provision does not apply to the periodic maintenance of existing meadows.

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Pruning: Pruning is defined as the cutting or pruning of a tree’s branches. Pruning is allowed as long as the primary leader is not touched and results in retaining the natural character of the species.

As a general rule, no more than 25% of the living crown should be removed in one year. Large defective limbs or exceptionally vigorous trees may warrant more aggressive pruning. Roughly one- half of the foliage should be on the branches originating from the lower two-thirds of the main stem. This rule can be useful in guiding selection of permanent branches. Pruning during the winter months while trees are dormant is preferable except for branches that are diseased or damaged; those should be removed promptly.

In general, the primary objective of pruning is to create a healthier tree or more healthy and diversified forest environment -- not a view. Another valid objective of pruning is to protect structures from the potential damage of falling limbs or excessively moist conditions created by overhanging foliage. Sloppy or otherwise incorrect pruning is certain to do more harm than good.

Ornamental Pruning: Pruning of ornamental and fruit trees (e.g. crab apples, hawthorns) is permitted without an application.

Topping: Topping is not allowed, may result in a fine being levied, and may require remediation. Topping is defined as the cutting of a tree’s main or primary leader. This practice destroys the natural character of the tree, eventually resulting in a very unsightly tree. It also encourages tree decay and disease as well as insect infestation.

C. Other considerations

Replanting: Depending upon the scope of the tree removal project, the RB may require the applicant to provide for a tree-replanting plan as a condition of any approval. When cutting or removing trees, the RB recommends having all branches, twigs and debris from the cutting, six-inch size or smaller, chipped, with the chips spread on the forest floor as forest mulch or used as garden mulch. Wood over six-inch in diameter must be removed from the site and legally disposed of, or cut in cord-wood length, or shorter, and neatly stacked. Stumps should be cut close to the ground or removed.

Greenbelt Work: Cutting, brushing or clearing in Greenbelt areas may be approved for purposes of safety and forest health and then only upon review and approval by the RB. This work must be performed by or under the supervision of the QLLA Property Manager. All such work will be at the Landowner's expense and will require the signing of a Greenbelt work contract (See Appendix H) and requisite insurance certificate. Although abutter letters generally are not required for landscaping and forest management projects, the RB may require such letters for Greenbelt work and will so advise applying Landowners on a case-by-case basis.

Property Lines: Where Lot lines are not clear, a survey of boundaries will be required. Such a survey will be at the expense of the Landowner.

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LAND USE STANDARDS AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS

The following standards and community practices are used to gauge the appropriateness of any land usage or construction project. It is the Landowner’s responsibility to comply with the QLLA Covenants. The following items are some of the more common practices to be observed:

Abandoned Property: When a property appears to be “abandoned” because of the visual aspects of the property including, excessive weeds, downed trees/branches, overgrown lawns, damage to the buildings, personal items left scattered on the property, etc., the RB will contact the landowner to request remediation. If action is not taken to correct the violation/s a fine may be assessed and remediation required. Further, QLLA can arrange to correct the violation and bill the landowner accordingly.

Animals: Animals other than household pets may not be kept on any residential Lot. Both QLLA Covenants and Town of Hartford regulations do not permit pets to roam free beyond the landowner’s property line. Invisible fences are to be within the property boundaries and may not extend into Greenbelt areas or town rights of way. Farmsteads, Woodsteads and Plantations may have animals and/or fowl but not for commercial sales. Owners are expected to clean up after their pets and properly dispose of excrement.

Awnings: Awnings require RB approval and will be considered on an individual basis.

Brooks, Streams, Ponds and Wetlands: Natural waterways, ponds or wetlands may not be altered without prior approval of the RB and all appropriate government agencies. The RB will consider approval of the addition of a pond provided there is no taking from or putting into an existing natural water source and depth does not exceed 24 inches.

Children’s Toys & Structures: Playhouses, game equipment, etc. must be located at least 10 feet within the property boundaries. Any noise from mechanized equipment should not exceed 60 decibels at the property line.

Clotheslines and renewable energy devices: Item such as solar panels and clotheslines will be considered in accordance with State of Vermont Act 45.

Decorations: Ornamental decorations should be kept to a minimum; they should not be placed closer than 10 feet to the property line or within a Town Road rights of way. Flags: Only flags may be flown that are allowed by the Town of Hartford’s Ordinance, subchapter 160-8(a), to be displayed without a permit and without application of paragraph (17) of that subchapter. The Ordinance defines a flag as “any fabric containing distinctive colors, patterns or symbols.” The effect of this rule is that the only flags on property subject to these rules and regulations are "Open" or "Welcome" flags on which there is no other wording, not to exceed 15 square feet in area, and “flags of any government.” QLLA interprets “flags of any government” to be limited to current flags of current governments. In accordance with QLLA setback requirements, flags cannot be located closer than 10’ to any property line or placed in the Town right of way or QLLA Greenbelt. Flagpoles: Flagpoles shall not exceed the greater of 30 feet or the highest roof elevation and require RB approval.

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Guest House: Other than Farmsteads, Woodsteads or Plantations as defined in the Amended & Restated Declaration of Covenants, which are provided with separate buildable parcels, Lots which contain 2 acres or more may have a guest house. Farmsteads, Woodsteads and Plantations may have a barn provided they have 4 acres or more of land. All structures must satisfy setback and side yard requirements.

Lot Cleanup: Lot cleanup is defined as the removal of cut or downed trees, cut limbs, demolished structures and accumulated trash along with proper filling and grading and any necessary landscaping to restore the natural character of the Lot. Contact the Town of Hartford for information regarding on-site burning of tree debris.

Maintenance of Property: All owners are expected to keep their properties and improvements thereon in good order and repair including, regular lawn, landscaping and home maintenance.

Natural Disaster or Fire: Properties affected by natural disaster, fire or otherwise are required to be cleaned up within a reasonable amount of time from being destroyed but not later than one year from the date of damage. Please contact the RB directly if this is an issue for you.

Open-Field Home Sites or Visually-Sensitive Areas: When located in or near any visually sensitive area (e.g., naturally open clearings with sparse vegetation or clearings created for recreational or amenity activities) buildings must be located in or near the wooded cover adjacent to the visually sensitive area. If the RB determines that a building will be in an open area and not located adjacent to any wooded cover, design shall be compatible with "Early American" or “New England Colonial” design or with other residences in the general area.

Pools & Hot Tubs: Above ground pools are not permitted. Hot Tubs and In-Ground pools require an application.

Rental Properties: Landowners shall make tenants aware of QLLA rules and standards. Ultimately it is the Landowners responsibility to ensure that the tenants are keeping the property in accordance with QLLA rules/standards. Failure to do so may result in a fine to the Landowner.

Signs, Banners or Notices: No signs, banners or notices, except reasonable signs identifying the land or the Landowner thereof may be placed, constructed, altered or maintained on the land without prior written consent of the RB with the exception of (a) Contractor’s signs while work is in progress, (b) Open House signs that are to be removed daily, and (c) Security signs, one per property, not more than 10 inch square. QLLA has the right to enter upon the land to remove such signs or notices upon any violation.

Single-family Lots: Single family Lots shall be used only for single-family residential purposes with limited exception for home occupations which require RB approval. A dwelling may have a garage with a maximum of three-car capacity. Other accessory structures include gazebos, storage buildings, boat sheds, in ground swimming pools, tennis courts, terraces, decks, porches and playhouses.

Stone Walls: Stone walls may not be altered, removed or constructed without prior approval of the RB.

Tarps: Tarps used for temporary coverings (woodpiles, equipment, etc.) shall be of forest/dark green, brown or camouflage color; bright green, blue or clear are not permitted.

Tents: No permanent tents or tenting may be placed on single-family Lots with the exception of occasional tenting by children on a developed Lot. Tents for special events on single family Lots may be used but must be removed within 72 hours.

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Trash & Fuel Containers: Trash, garbage, recycling, propane or fuel containers are not permitted unless their location is approved by the RB and they are screened from view from any public or private rights of way or from any abutter. Trash/recycling cans may not remain at the roadside for any more than 24 hours prior to or following collection.

Vehicles, RV, ATV, Boats & Trailers: House trailers, mobile homes, storage containers, camping trailers, boats, trucks or vans used for business (except a pickup truck used as a primary personal vehicle), motorcycles, ATVs, snowmobiles or other similar vehicles and trailers must be stored in a garage or approved shed or parked at the rear of a Lot and screened. In the “off season" golf carts, canoes and kayaks must be stored in a garage or approved shed or removed from the property for storage. Temporary placement of such equipment for preparation before or cleaning after use is allowed for a period not to exceed 72 hours. In no event may such equipment be used for temporary or permanent dwelling or storage purposes. Junk, disabled, derelict or unregistered vehicles shall not be kept on any part of QLLA property.

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HOME HEATING OIL AND PROPANE TANK INSTALLATION

Fuel Oil:

Above-Ground Tanks: Above-ground heating fuel oil storage tanks (ASTs) are encouraged over underground (buried) tanks and should be installed in accordance with State and local requirements by a qualified installer. Tanks should be inspected annually to detect the onset of corrosion or leakage, and to ensure that fuel lines are adequately protected. ASTs must be situated on a poured concrete pad; where a tank is supported on vertical legs, those supports must terminate in flanges of 4 inches in diameter and the tank must be approximately 20 inches above the concrete pad.

Underground Tanks: Underground (Buried) Fuel Oil Storage Tanks (USTs) represent a serious threat of deterioration and leakage, thereby contaminating soil and drinking water wells. USTs made of steel always react with soil chemicals and may fail as early as 10 years after installation. Vermont’s Department of Environmental Conservation recommends that USTs in service for 20 years or more be removed or closed permanently.

Inasmuch as topography in QLLA consists of thin soil cover and stone ledge that result in extensive migration of any fuel oil leakage, with subsequent contamination of drinking water wells, QLLA is particularly susceptible to the consequences of fuel oil leakage. Accordingly, the RB no longer approves the installation of unprotected plain metal USTs. Heavy-duty double-walled tanks specifically designed for in-ground use will be considered.

Propane:

Underground or above ground tanks are acceptable and require an application.

The RB requirements for installation of home heating propane and fuel oil tanks are as follows:

• An application is required for all tank applications whether AST or UST. All meters, piping and valves mounted on the building or otherwise exposed shall be enclosed or screened and such enclosing or screening requires RB approval.

• If a tank is to be installed above ground, the application should include a drawing or sketch (may be free hand) showing the intended location of the tank in relation to the structure, parking areas, roads and driveways and any major landscape features such as retaining walls, walkways or rock outcroppings.

• All tanks must be concealed from view from any public or private rights of way or from any abutter, including QLLA facilities. Concealment may be in the form of fencing or a dense planting of evergreen trees or shrubs; however, fencing is encouraged since weather and/or animals frequently destroy plant-type screening. The top of the screening should be to the top of the tank and any connection and, in the case of plantings, should be kept at that height through pruning. Provisions must be made to allow the gas or oil provider to access the tank such as a gate in the fencing.

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING GUIDELINES FOR AIR CONDITIONERS, POWER GENERATORS, RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVICES AND HOT TUBS

General: The RB concerns itself principally with equipment readily visible or audible from any public or private rights of way, abutting Lots, and the golf courses or other QLLA recreation and residential areas.

Renewable Energy Devices: The RB will work with Landowners to achieve a safe and efficient installation consistent with State of Vermont Act 45.

Visual Guidelines: Equipment installed where visible from residential areas, public and private rights of way and QLLA recreational and residential lands must be screened, covered by permanent housings or otherwise made unobtrusive. This includes all air conditioning compressors and generators, wall-mounted air conditioners, hot tubs, and any other exterior pad or deck mounted equipment. In most applications it is not practical to screen renewable energy devices, the RB will work with Landowners to screen/position the device as to minimize the visual impact on the community.

The RB prefers manufactured screening over shrubbery given the tendency of weather and animals to destroy the efficacy of plants. Further, when lattice is used for screening, the RB requires 2 inch spacing as larger spacing does not provide adequate screening. Screening should be designed to allow for access for repairs/replacement. Horizontal exterior piping and wiring should be run along foundations at or just below the lowest siding or trim boards. Vertical runs should be placed in inside corners where available and be boxed with wood or other suitable materials. All piping and wiring enclosures shall be painted to match the surface upon which they are mounted.

Electric Meter Screening: Electric meters shall be painted or screened and painted; screening should be consistent with the service provider’s guidelines.

Noise: Noise from air conditioning equipment shall not exceed 60dB and generators shall not exceed 65dB. Noise level is measured at the Lot line. Equipment must be properly maintained so as not to exceed this noise level. In most cases screening is required.

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SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR CONDOMINIUM PROJECTS

Condominium Board Approval: Applications for all Condominium projects requiring RB approval require a letter of approval from an officer of the Condominium Association before the RB can consider the application for approval.

Heating Fuel Oil and Propane Tanks: The RB requirements for installation of home heating propane and oil tanks on all QLLA properties are outlined on the previous page with the only difference in the case of Condominiums when Condominium Association approval is required.

The RB urges all Condominium Associations to be wary of the proliferation of propane tanks serving only one or two units and encourages underground installations serving all units in at least one building. This will reduce the delivery points and the disfigurement of Condominium property by multiple above ground facilities. The RB will assist an Association with an early review and critique of any centralized system the applicant may be contemplating.

Awnings: An application and approval are required for the installation of an awning. Color and pattern should be uniform with others installed at the Condominium complex.

Footprint/Act 250: As a general rule, where the footprint of a deck or balcony is increased beyond a buildings dimensions, or an exterior stairway is added, an Act 250 review concurrent with or following an RB submission is required, as well as a filing with the Vermont Department of Labor and Industries. An Act 250 review is also required for any increase or decrease of floor area.

Decks and Railings:

The 30-Inch Rule: If a deck or balcony or any part of it is 30 inches or more above the ground at any point, it must have a railing.

The 36-Inch Rule: Railings on most Condominiums in QLLA had to be a minimum of 36 inches in height when constructed prior to today’s code. The Town of Hartford Fire Department may not require railings to be raised to the new standard, (minimum 42 inches), on decks, exterior stairs, walkways or ramps falling under its authority (i.e., providing access to more than one unit or serving a common or public place). Further when repairing such structures or replacing them without enlargement or modification the minimum 36 inch height may be retained.

The 42-Inch Rule: Railings on any new, enlarged or modified deck, exterior stairway, ramp or walkway more than 30 inches above the ground and providing access to multiple units or common places must have railings 42 inches high.

The 4-Inch Rule: Railing guard or balusters are required on any new 36-inch or higher railings. The current safety code in effect in Vermont provides that railing guards and balusters be of solid material spaced such that a 4-inch diameter sphere cannot pass through. Guards or balusters must not have any pattern that provides a ladder effect and are only required to be 31 inches in height, thus providing a viewing space between that height and the railing.

The Town of Hartford Fire Department has been designated as the enforcement agency for the egress inspections and for other portions of the Vermont Department of Labor and Industries Life Safety Code.

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VIOLATIONS

Any exterior work requiring an application which is done on a landowner’s property or developer’s property as defined in these guidelines without an approved RB application prior to starting the project will be subject to a fee double the original application fee. (refer to Application Fee Schedule, Appendix E).

When an alleged violation has been reported or discovered, the RB will follow-up using the steps outlined below:

• The RB will make a site visit to determine if a violation exists and, if so, the Landowner will be notified of the nature of the violation, advised of any immediate fine and given a specific time period in which to respond in writing or attend a meeting.

• Based on the Landowner’s response and proposed corrective action plan, the RB will consider whether a fine is warranted and advise the Landowner of any required corrective action.

• Failure of the Landowner to act in a timely way on the approved remediation and corrective action plan will result in additional fine assessments to be determined by the RB.

• Per QLLA Bylaws, a Landowner may appeal an RB fine to the QLLA Grievance Board in writing within 30 days of the fine being imposed. Following an adverse decision from the Grievance Board, the Landowner may further appeal to the Board of Trustees in writing within 15 days of the Grievance Board decision.

• To the extent the RB determines that a Landowner’s contractor was involved in a violation, the contractor may be removed from the RB’s Authorized Contractor list.

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AUTHORIZED CONTRACTORS

An “Authorized Contractor” is one who has received a copy of the Landowners’ Guide and filed a Contractor Authorization Form (Appendix J).

A current listing of Authorized Contractors is maintained in the Review Board Office and is available upon request. Inclusion on the Authorized Contractor list is not an endorsement or recommendation by QLLA or the RB.

Once on the list of Authorized Contractors, the RB will periodically request an updated Authorization Form concurrent with updates to the Guidelines.

A Contractor who violates the requirements and restrictions of the Guide on a repeated basis may be removed from the list at the discretion of the RB. This will result in the Contractor’s inability to perform work on QLLA land.

An Authorized Contractor identified as such on a project by a Landowner, Merchant Builder, Developer or Condominium Association is the “Contractor of Record.” Sub-contractors working under an Authorized Contractor are not required to be authorized. It is the responsibility of Authorized Contractors to see that their sub-contractors adhere to all pertinent standing rules of QLLA and the RB, as well as to the specific project details as approved by the RB.

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APPENDICES

A. Sample Letter to Abutters 23

A-1 Sample Solar Abutter Letter 24

B. New Construction and/or Alteration Application 25

C. Color/Materials/Roofing Application 27

D. Tree Removal, Pruning and Landscaping Application 29

E. Application Fee Schedule 31

F. Violation Schedule 32

G. Marking for Construction and Tree Removal 34

G-1 Uniform Staking of Building Sites 35

H. Greenbelt Work Contract 36

I. Lighting: Comparison of Watts to Lumens 37

J. Contractor Authorization 38

K. New Construction & Major Addition Requirements 39

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Appendix – A

Sample Letter To Abutter

A list of abutters to be notified is available through the RB office. In some instances, a draft of the abutter letter for approval may be required.

Date:

Addressee:

Re: Modifications to my property at

Dear :

As owner of property abutting yours I wish to inform you that I have made an application to the QLLA Review Board for:

The Application and materials for the proposed project may be viewed by contacting the RB or me.

Sincerely,

(Landowner)

Specific responses made in writing and received by the QLLA Review Board within two weeks of the date of this letter will be considered during the approval process.

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Appendix A-1

Sample Abutter Letter For Renewable Energy Devices

Date

Address Block

RE: Renewable Energy Device Installation

Dear Neighbor:

I am writing as a courtesy to inform you that I intend to install renewable energy on my property consisting of:

I have applied to the QLLA Review Board for approval of such and expect that it will be approved in accordance with the State of VT Act 45. A copy of this Act is available on line: www.leg.state.vt.us/docs/2010/Acts/ACT045.pdf

Please let me know if you have any questions about this installation. A copy of my application is available for review in the RB office during regular business hours.

Thank you,

Appendix B

NEW CONSTRUCTION AND/OR ALTERATION APPLICATION

CHECK ONE: SINGLE FAMILY CONDOMINIUM OR COMMERCIAL

LANDOWNER NAME: QLLA LOT #:

E-911 STREET ADDRESS:

WHERE IS YOUR STREET ADDRESS SIGN LOCATED:

NOTE: YOUR LOT NUMBER OR STREET NUMBER MUST BE PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED ON THE

PROPERTY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE!

MAILING ADDRESS:

E-MAIL ADDRESS: QLLA MEMBER #:

PHONE(HOME): WORK: QUECHEE:

PLEASE PROVIDE A GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED WORK. (ATTACH SEPARATE SHEET IF

NEEDED.):

PROJECT ARCHITECT, ENGINEER OR DESIGNER: (IF NONE, INDICATE.)

NAME: PHONE:

ADDRESS:

CONTRACTOR OR BUILDER WHO WILL DO WORK:

NAME: PHONE:

ADDRESS:

E-MAIL: WEBSITE:

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APPLICATION FEES:

NEW CONSTRUCTION (RESIDENCE OR CONDOMINIUM UNIT) .................................................... $500.00 FOR COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS SEE APPENDIX E.

MAJOR ALTERATION OR ADDITION INCLUDING: ADDITION OF ROOM/(S), ROOF ALTERATION, NEW GARAGE, ETC ........................................................... $250.00

MINOR ALTERATION OR ADDITION INCLUDING: NEW OR EXPANDED DECK, FENCE, SHED, WINDOW, ETC ............................................................................... $125.00 A/C UNIT, PROPANE TANK, SIGN, LAMPOST, ETC: ......................................................................... $50.00

APPENDIX B

THE CONTRACTOR(S) SELECTED FOR THIS APPLICATION IS ON FILE WITH THE RB AS AN

“AUTHORIZED CONTRACTOR” YES NO [IF NO, THE CONTRACTOR MUST TAKE

THE APPROPRIATE ACTIONS TO BECOME AUTHORIZED BEFORE WORK CAN BEGIN]

AS THE RB WILL VISIT THE SITE TO REVIEW YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE INDICATE THE DATE WHEN

YOUR PROJECT WILL BE STAKED FOR IDENTIFICATION (IF APPLICABLE): / / .

PROPOSED STARTING DATE: / / ALLOW AT LEAST THREE (3) WEEKS FOR REVIEW, SITE VISIT AND WRITTEN APPROVAL BY THE RB BEFORE STARTING THE CONSTRUCTION. CONSTRUCTION MUST START WITHIN 12 MONTHS FROM DATE OF APPROVAL. CONSTRUCTION START

IS THE DATE OF POURING OF CONCRETE OR LAYING OF THE FOUNDATION. CONSTRUCTION MUST BE

FINISHED WITHIN 12 MONTHS FROM THE DATE THE FIRST CONCRETE WAS POURED FOR THE PROJECT. AN EXTENSION MAY BE REQUESTED IN WRITING.

DEPENDING ON THE SCOPE OF YOUR PROJECT THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO BE

MET IN ASSOCIATION WITH THIS APPLICATION. PLEASE CONTACT THE RB OFFICE.

THE SIGNATURE BELOW ATTESTS TO THE ACCURACY OF PRESENTED MATERIAL AND ACKNOWLEDGES

THE OBLIGATION TO FURTHER SUBMIT FOR APPROVAL ANY CHANGES IN ANY MATTER LISTED ABOVE. APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PROJECT IS BEING BUILT ON PROPERTY WITHIN THE

QUECHEE LAKES SUBDIVISION, WHICH PROPERTY IS SUBJECT TO THE QLLA GOVERNING

DOCUMENTS, LOCAL AND STATE REGULATIONS AND THE CONDITIONS OF THE REVIEW BOARD

APPROVAL.

LANDOWNERS’ SIGNATURE: DATE: / /

❑ YES PLEASE CHARGE THE REQUISITE FEE TO MY CLUB MEMBERSHIP ACCOUNT #:

FOR RB USE: MEMBERSHIP STATUS: _ DATE / /

______ ______ _______

Appendix C

COLOR APPLICATION

LANDOWNER NAME: LOT #:

(E-911) STREET ADDRESS:

Where is your street address sign located:

NOTE: YOUR LOT NUMBER OR STREET NUMBER MUST BE PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED ON THE

PROPERTY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MAILING ADDRESS:

EMAIL: QLLA MEMBER #:

PHONE(HOME): WORK: QUECHEE:

CONTRACTOR: NAME/COMPANY:

ADDRESS:

PHONE NUMBER: EMAIL/WEBSITE:

The Contractor(s) selected for this application is on file with the RB as an “Authorized Contractor” YES NO [If NO, the Contractor must take the appropriate actions to become authorized

before work can begin]

IS THIS A CONTINUATION OF A NEW CONSTRUCTION APPLICATION? YES NO

IS THIS RE-SIDING _ OR RE-PAINTING OR RE-ROOFING

SUGGESTED COLOR COMBINATIONS ARE SHOWN ON THE QUECHEE-SPECIFIC WEBSITE AT:

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/hoa/

quechee/vt/quechee-lakes-landowners-association/

PRE-SELECTED COLOR COMBINATIONS FROM THIS PAGE WILL BE APPROVED, OTHER

COMBINATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED ON A CASE BY CASE BASIS AND REQUIRE SUBMISSION OF

MANUFACTURER’S SAMPLES. PAINT COLORS FROM SHERWIN WILLIAMS WEBSITE CAN BE COLOR

MATCHED TO ANY PAINT BRAND FOR USE.

YES MY SELECTION ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE IS A PRE-APPROVED COLOR COMBINATION

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Appendix C

Main Trim Accent

Manufacturer Manufacturer Manufacturer

Color Color Color

Number Number Number

Application areas (check those that apply)

Body

Garage Doors

Garage

Shed

Ped. Doors

Deck

Railings

Corner Boards

Fascia/Soffits

Window Trim

Window color

Columns

Roof – Manufacturer:

IDENTIFY THOSE THAT APPLY:

Siding material(s):

Color:

Roofing material(s):

THE SIGNATURE BELOW ATTESTS TO THE ACCURACY OF PRESENTED MATERIAL AND ACKNOWLEDGES

THE OBLIGATION TO FURTHER SUBMIT FOR APPROVAL ANY CHANGES IN ANY MATTER LISTED ABOVE. APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PROJECT IS WITHIN THE QUECHEE LAKES SUBDIVISION, WHICH

PROPERTY IS SUBJECT TO THE QLLA GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, LOCAL AND STATE REGULATIONS AND

THE CONDITIONS OF THE REVIEW BOARD APPROVAL.

LANDOWNER'S SIGNATURE: DATE: / /

Yes please charge the requisite $50.00 fee to my Club Membership Account #: (Fee applies to changes in color only)

For RB Use: Membership Status: Date / /

Appendix D

TREE REMOVAL, PRUNING AND LANDSCAPING APPLICATION

LANDOWNER NAME: QLLA LOT #:

(E-911) STREET ADDRESS:

WHERE IS YOUR STREET ADDRESS SIGN:

NOTE: YOUR LOT NUMBER OR STREET NUMBER MUST BE PROMINENTLY DISPLAYED ON THE

PROPERTY OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE.

MAILING ADDRESS:

E-MAIL ADDRESS: QLLA MEMBER#:

PHONE (HOME): WORK: QUECHEE:

PLEASE STATE THE REASONS FOR THE TREE WORK. (Attach separate sheet if needed.):

SUBMIT, ON A SEPARATE SHEET OR ON THE BACK OF THIS FORM, A PLOT PLAN OR SKETCH

SHOWING PROPERTY LINES, THE LOCATION OF ALL BUILDINGS, DRIVEWAY AND THE LOCATION

AND NUMBER OF THE TREES TO BE PRUNED OR REMOVED. THE RB WILL NOT REVIEW THE

APPLICATION WITHOUT A SKETCH.

GIVE THE NAME OF ANY FORESTER OR ARBORIST THAT WAS CONSULTED: (If none, indicate so)

LIST NAME, ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OF CONTRACTOR WHO WILL DO WORK:

NAME: PHONE:

ADDRESS:

E:MAIL: WEBSITE:

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Appendix D

The Contractor(s) selected for this application is on file with the RB as an “Authorized Contractor” YES NO [If NO, the Contractor must take the appropriate actions to become Authorized before work can begin]

The RB requires that all trees to be removed or pruned be banded with identifying tape. Tapes are available at the RB office during normal business hours for a nominal cost. Trees to be removed are to be banded with red or orange tape, and trees to be pruned should be banded with green or blue tape. Indicate the date that all trees will be banded and ready for review / /

Proposed starting date: / / Allow 3 weeks for review, site visit and written approval by the RB. All work, including replanting, should be completed within 12 months or a new application is required.

THE SIGNATURE BELOW ATTESTS TO THE ACCURACY OF PRESENTED MATERIAL AND ACKNOWLEDGES

THE OBLIGATION TO FURTHER SUBMIT FOR APPROVAL ANY CHANGES IN ANY MATTER LISTED ABOVE. APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PROJECT IS BEING COMPLETED ON PROPERTY WITHIN THE

QUECHEE LAKES SUBDIVISION, WHICH PROPERTY IS SUBJECT TO THE QLLA GOVERNING

DOCUMENTS, LOCAL AND STATE REGULATIONS AND THE CONDITIONS OF THE REVIEW BOARD

APPROVAL.

LANDOWNER'S SIGNATURE: DATE / /

Note: a $50 fee is required for this application except for dead tree(s), for which there is no fee. Also, based upon the scope of your project, the RB may require submission of a tree replanting plan.

❑ Yes please charge the requisite fee to my Club Membership Account #:

NOTE: ABUTTER LETTERS MAY BE REQUIRED DEPENDING ON THE IMPACT TO THE

NEIGHBORHOOD.

For RB Use: Membership Status: Date / /

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Appendix E

APPLICATION FEE SCHEDULE

Projects beginning or being completed without RB review or approval will be charged an after-the-fact application fee of double the original fee.

Tree Removal/Pruning, Landscape/Hardscape $ 50

Exterior color related applications $ 50 A/C units, Propane installation, power generators, heat pumps, etc. $ 50

New Construction

Single Family Residence $500 Condominium Unit $500 Cluster home single unit $500

Commercial Building Actual Footprint of the Building in Square Feet

Not More than 5,000 $500 5,001-7,500 $750 7,501-10,000 $1,000 More Than 10,000 $1,000 + $10 for each 100 square feet

Major Alterations/Addition* Single Family Residence $250 Condominium Unit $250 Commercial Building $250 Cluster home single unit $250

Minor Alterations/Additions** Single Family Residence $125 Condominium Unit $125 Commercial Building $125 Cluster home single unit $125

* Major Addition Examples: addition of a new room requiring foundation changes or roof alterations, new garage and pool.

** Minor Alteration Examples: new or expanded decks, fences, hot tubs, window alterations

and sheds

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Appendix F

QLLA REVIEW BOARD VIOLATIONS FINE STRUCTURE

(See Violations, page 19 for further details)

Definition of violation: A violation is defined as an act or omission on the part of a QLLA Landowner, Condominium Association, the QLLA Developer, or any agent thereof, which results in an infraction of the rules and Guidelines established in the Covenants and/or Landowners’ Guide.

Authority: QLLA Bylaws, Article IX, Section 9.05, which states in part: “… the Review Board may impose and enforce sanctions, as follows: … require restitution of damages and/or impose fines and collect for each said violation. The Review Board shall establish a schedule of fines from time to time for approval by the Board of Trustees.”

Effective Date of Fine: Either 30 days after notice, if no action to remedy is taken, or immediately in the case of those fines being imposed where no remedial action can be taken (e.g. tree-topping, clear-cutting, unauthorized changes, view restoration).

Payment of fines: Fines will be issued as part of the Landowner’s QLLA monthly membership bill and are subject to the same payment terms, interest rates and actions as all member charges.

Outstanding fines: Fines and any accumulated interest that have not been paid will be collected at the time of sale of the subject property as a lien against the property, or, at the discretion of QLLA will be collected through legal proceedings against the Landowner.

Schedule of fines: Fines are assessed based on the type of violation ranging from minor to severe. The assessment of a violation and the subsequent fine process involves several steps and communications.

CATEGORY A, Violations including the following and similar types : $125- $250

• Exposed propane or oil tanks

• Exposed storage of trailers, containers, RV’s, boats, motor homes, trucks, work vans, construction equipment,

• Unauthorized flag, sign or banner.

• Exposed trash, garbage containers, clotheslines, recycling containers/materials.

• Failure to properly dispose of cuttings and pruning from tree work

• Failure to respond to RB regarding requests for action

• Improper storage of boats, trailers, disabled vehicles, recreation vehicles

• Abandoned property appearance

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CATEGORY B: Violations including the following and similar types: $ 500- $1,000

• Use of unauthorized Contractor

• Unauthorized altering, removal or construction of stone walls or fences

• Unauthorized change in of house and /or roof colors or materials

• Failure to take required corrective action in a timely manner

• Failure to make an “after the fact application” after being notified by the RB.

CATEGORY C: Violations including the following and similar types: $ 2,000- $5,000

• Use of dwelling as a multifamily residence

• Unauthorized construction of additions, sheds, garages, etc.

• Unauthorized addition of A/C units, power generators and renewable energy devices

• Unauthorized modifications of plans previously approved by the RB

CATEGORY D: Violations including the following and similar types: $5,000- $10,000 plus, restoration costs

• Unauthorized cutting or pruning of trees.

• Any type of tree cutting, pruning or clearing in Greenbelt areas without prior approval and supervision of QLLA Property Manager.

CATEGORY E: Violations including the following and similar types: $10,000- $50,000 Plus, restoration and/or corrective action costs

• Topping of trees (cutting of upper stem of any live tree)

• Clear-cutting of trees on owners property, neighbors or Greenbelt

CATEGORY F: Grievous violations resulting in major damage to the QLLA landscape and potential damage to the value of neighboring properties: Amount to be determined by RB

Fine Mitigation: The RB will consider partial fine mitigation on a case by case basis to account for circumstances, the degree of the offense, degree of restoration/correction completed, degree of cooperation and timely action of the Landowner. Fine mitigation is approved by a vote of the RB. Fine mitigation up to a maximum of 50% is possible for violation categories A, B and C. Fine mitigation of up to 25% is possible for violation in categories D and E. The RB will consider, as part of the mitigation process, the expenses incurred by the Landowner for restoration and remediation. Receipts for expenses are required to allow this. No fine mitigation will be considered for violations in category F. Additionally, in cases where restoration or corrective action cannot reasonably be accomplished, no fine mitigation will be offered. The RB Chair may petition the Board of Trustees for an exception if circumstances warrant such.

Violation Enforcement Expenses: In the event corrective action required by the RB is not timely undertaken, the RB can take appropriate action (e.g. towing a junk vehicle, replanting an area, etc.) and assess the cost of such action to the Landowner or Condominium Association in addition to any fine.

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Appendix G

MARKINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND TREE REMOVAL

The following procedures are for pre-clearing or the construction of a new house:

• The building site must be identified by Lot number and/or E-911 addresses.

• The construction zone must be marked by orange ribbon attached to stakes that clearly identify the outer limits of the construction disturbance area. All attempts should be made to preserve trees within this area and alleviate the need for future planting.

• House and garage corner stakes should be identified with blue ribbon. The stakes should have wording on that identify the corners of the building – for example; front left house, right rear garage, etc.

• The centerline of the driveway should be staked with green ribbon. The driveway width will not exceed seven feet on either side of the centerline stakes. There should be a sufficient number of stakes to identify the contour of the driveway.

• Trees to be removed from the driveway, over four inches in diameter, should be banded with red ribbon.

• Any other trees to be removed from outside the construction zone should be banded with red ribbon.

• Property lines are to be identified with white ribbon.

• If the above markings are not followed the application will not be considered for approval.

When Tree Removal and/or Pruning and Landscaping Applications are made, adhering to the relevant sections above will facilitate approval.

Note: that colored tapes for tree removal and pruning are available at the RB office for a nominal fee.

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House Blue Ribbon on Stakes

Driveway

Centerline of Driveway Green Ribbon on Stakes

Disturbance Lines Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο Orange Ribbon on Stakes

Adjacent Property Line White Ribbon on Stakes

Sewer Line

Appendix G– 1

UNIFORM STAKING FOR BUILDING SITES: THE FOLLOWING STAKING PROCEDURE IS TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION

PROJECTS

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Appendix – H

GREENBELT WORK CONTRACT Landowners occasionally ask if they may have permission to cut down trees on the Greenbelt adjoining

their property, primarily for safety reasons. The answer to this question is probably but review of a Tree Removal, Pruning and Landscaping application by the RB Tree Team and QLLA’s Property Manager are required.

If the work is approved by the RB and the Property Manager on behalf of the Association, the applicant is required to sign a Greenbelt Work Contract which also carries a requirement of certificate of insurance providing One-Million-dollar liability coverage naming QLLA as additional-named insured before QLLA will sign off on the request. Additionally, the contract requires that all work is at the expense of the applicant and conditioned upon obtaining ANY other approvals including Review Board. It is the applicant’s responsibility to determine if other permits, town or state, are necessary.

The contract also requires notification of entry and exit time and reservation of right to inspect the project at any time and to demand additional work be done at the expense of the applicant.

This form represents a binding contract between the Quechee Lakes Landowners’ Association (QLLA), and Lot # . Executed on: . The purpose of this document is to define work to be performed on QLLA Greenbelt property and identify the actual persons or company that will be performing the work. All work performed on QLLA Greenbelt property must be approved by QLLA and done under the direction of QLLA's Property Manager. A copy of certificate of insurance providing One-Million-dollar liability coverage must be provided naming QLLA as additional named insured as its interests may appear, before work will be approved. All work performed is at the expense of the applicant who must first receive all other necessary permits and approvals before being commencing work. QLLA requires notification of entry and anticipated exit time before work is to take place on the property. QLLA also reserves the right of inspection at any time during the project or after completion and demand additional work be done at the petitioner’s expense, to rectify any problems caused by the work. This agreement is valid for 90 days from date of execution.

Please provide a general location of the property to be worked on:

Please provide a brief description of work to be performed and reasons: (Attach separate sheet if needed)

The above work will be performed by: (Attach copy of certificate of insurance naming QLLA as co-insured)

Accepted by QLLA: Date:

Landowner: Date:

Contractor: Date:

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Appendix – I

COMPARISON OF LUMENS & LIGHT SOURCES

RB Guidelines with respect to exterior lighting (see page 7 of Landowners’ Guide) state that no lamps or combination of lamps in any fixture may exceed a light level of 1500 lumens. In all cases the current light bulb packaging should list both watts (input power) and lumens (output light measurement).

There is a wide range of lumens and wattage & type of light sources. Due to new federal regulations regarding the elimination of many incandescent bulbs, the newer CFL or LED varieties may have lower wattage for power consumption, but the LUMEN ratings define the amount of light produced and is still applicable.

Here is a representative sampling of types the RB might come in contact with.

INCANDESCENT BULBS(Replacement CFL and LED bulbs have lower wattage, but lumen rating is the controlling factor.:

(Screw Base – Household lighting) 60 WATT 740 LUMENS 75 WATT 1180 LUMENS 100 WATT 1710 LUMENS

(Flood Lighting – Screw base)

75 FLOOD 680 LUMENS 100 FLOOD 770 LUMENS 100 SPOT 920 LUMENS 150 FLOOD/SPOT 1650 LUMENS

HALOGEN BULBS:

75 FLOOD 1060 LUMENS

75 SPOT 1060 LUMENS 120 SPOT/FLOOD 1800 LUMENS

COMPACT FLUORESCENT BULBS:

10 WATT 520 LUMENS

20 WATT 1200 LUMENS 42 WATT 2700 LUMENS

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Appendix – J

CONTRACTOR AUTHORIZATION

Contractors, Developers and Merchant Builders performing work on QLLA properties are required to abide by the requirements, regulations and restrictions set forth in the LANDOWNERS GUIDE, CONSTRUCTION, LANDSCAPING & PAINTING IN THE QLLA COMMUNITY. This endorsement by the Contractor, Developer or Merchant Builder acknowledges that he/she is familiar with the Landowners’ Guide and the Review Board approval given to the Landowner and will perform all work in accordance with the Guide and approval conditions.

CONTRACTOR, DEVELOPER OR MERCHANT BUILDER NAME (PRINT):

MAILING ADDRESS:

BUSINESS PHONE #: ( ) ALTERNATE PHONE #: ( )

BUSINESS EMAIL/WEBSITE:

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF YOUR CONTRACT EXPERTISE (e.g. general Contractor, maintenance, tree removal and trimming, engineering, etc):

FOR ANY WORK UNDERTAKEN ON QLLA PROPERTY, I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “LANDOWNERS GUIDE, CONSTRUCTION, LANDSCAPING AND PAINTING IN THE QLLA COMMUNITY” AND THAT MY WORK WILL CONFORM TO THE GUIDELINES SPECIFIED THEREIN AND THE REVIEW BOARD APPROVED PLAN:

Signature: Date: / /

Company:

Failure to adhere to RB Guidelines could result in revocation of “Authorized Contractor Status”.

Please complete and return to:

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Appendix K

NEW CONSTRUCTION OR MAJOR ADDITION REQUIREMENTS

Applications for New Construction or Major Additions must include one digital and one hard copy of the following, and be annotated with both the Lot number and street number if one has been assigned:

Location Plan: showing the site in relation to roads in the general area at a scale such that the site can be readily identified and found.

Site Plan: prepared by a registered Land Surveyor, Civil Engineer or Registered Architect at a scale of 1 inch equals 20 feet that shows the boundary and existing and proposed contours at two-foot intervals. If all abutting properties cannot be shown on the site plan, a reduced scale of 1 inch equals 100 feet may be required. The site plan should indicate the following:

• Existing and proposed structures. For new construction this includes structures on immediate abutting Lots, including Lots separated by intervening Greenbelts of less than 25 feet.

• For modifications to existing structures the RB requires that drawings demonstrate the changes being made and the existing conditions.

• Lot setback lines, dotted, with distance in feet from each Lot line to the nearest point of the proposed new structure or expansion. See page 7 for setback requirements.

• Construction Disturbance Line, the boundary beyond which construction work does not require alteration of the natural grade or removal of existing vegetation. This line should be indicated by a dashed line and should encompass driveway and utility areas.

• Location, type and size of trees and other vegetation proposed to be removed or disturbed beyond the Construction Disturbance Line, and other vegetation to remain within the Construction Disturbance Line.

• Location of and materials for all paved areas, walkways, driveways, parking areas, retaining walls, decks, patios, fuel tanks (buried or above ground) and other site improvements.

• Location of existing and proposed wells, sewer lines, utility service, ejection vaults, leach fields, easements, restricted building areas and other similar deed restrictions. Well locations must conform to state and local requirements.

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• Location of the electrical power meter. The RB recommends that meters be located on the side of a house or garage closest to the driveway and on a gable end to facilitate ease of reading and servicing. Power companies serving QLLA prefer meters located in this manner. A Landowner desiring a meter located otherwise (e.g., on a pedestal at the driveway or roadside) needs RB approval. The RB may suggest a meeting at the jobsite with the Landowner or Landowner’s representative and a representative of the utility.

• Proposed drainage plans to include culverts, swales, ditches and underground drainage pipes and curtain drains as well as temporary and permanent erosion control procedures. Where a drainage or run-off problem could exist, the Review Board may require engineering calculations of the drainage water volume for the Lot and the surrounding area based on 50-year storm parameters.

Foundation and Floor Plans: Plans drawn to scale, showing relative positions of parts of each floor, with square footage calculations. Square footage is defined as all inhabitable space measured from exterior stud lines. Stairs, flues and mechanical equipment shafts extending through a floor as well as multi-story or cathedral ceiling areas are included on one level only. Areas under sloping roofs count only where sidewalls are at least 5 feet high. Not included in square footage are garages, open porches, decks, attics or other unheated storage areas and furnace or mechanical equipment areas. Square footage for a cluster home includes the garage. For modifications to existing structures the RB requires that drawings demonstrate the changes being made and the existing conditions.

Minimum Square Footage: The required minimum square footage of finished living space is 1,800 for a Single-Family Home, 1,200 for a Condominium Unit, 1,050 for a Condominium Cottage and 2,250 including the garage for a Cluster Home. Determinations are made based on American National Standards Institute’s (ANSI) guidelines.

Elevation Drawings: Elevation drawings of the proposed project made to the same scale as the floor plans and showing all sides, with measurements from grade to highest points and major intermediate points. Drawings also should indicate below-grade portions of a structure by dotted lines. Existing grades along the foundation should be shown by dashed lines, with proposed final grades shown by solid lines. For modifications to existing structures the RB requires that drawings demonstrate the changes being made and the existing conditions.

Aerial View Roof Plan: A roof plan may be required indicating the type of roof, pitch or pitches (not to exceed 12/12), skylights, materials and colors.(See Appendix K).

Colors: The colors of siding, trim, accent, roof, window, slider and doors consistent with the Color Guidelines (see pages 9/10). Factory-applied colors require approval at time of application.

Factory frames: White window frames are discouraged, and may not be approved if they do not match the remaining unaffected window, door and slider frames.

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INDEX

Abutter letters ................................................................................................... 5,12,13,21,23,24

Act 45 .......................................................................................................................... 1,14,18, 24 Act 250.................................................................................................................................... 1,19 Additions ............................................................................................................... 2,5,9,25,31,39 After the fact applications ................................................................................................... 3,33 Air Conditioning(A/C units) ......................................................................................... 2,18,26 Applications/ Forms ...................................................................................................... 1,24-28 Approval Process .................................................................................................................... 2,3 Appeals Process ........................................................................................................................ 20 Awnings .............................................................................................................................2,15,19 Boats ..................................................................................................................................... 14,32 Brooks, streams, ponds, wetlands ....................................................................................... 2,15 Chimneys ............................................................................................................................... …7 Clotheslines .......................................................................................................................2,14,32 Colors .......................................................................................................... 1,2,6,9/10,27/28,33 Compliance, state, federal, local .................................................................. 1,7,17,26,28,30,39 Condominium…………………………………………………….2,5-9,12,19-21, 32,33

Association approval ........................................................................................5,12,19 Construction

Demolition… ........................................................................................................ 2,6,7 Extensions .............................................................................................................. 6,26 Modifications ............................................................................................................ 6,7 Penalties/fines .................................................................................................... 20, 31 Site Visits ...................................................................................................................... 6 Start/Completion/Debris .................................................................................... 6,25

Contractors…………………………………………………..2,3-5,7,11,12,14,20,21,37 Covenants ........................................................................................................... 1,3,7,9,14,15,31 Decks/Porches/Railings .............................................................................. 2,9,10,14,19,25,38

Deed restrictions ...................................................................................................................... 38 Doors ........................................................................................................................ 2,9,10,27,39 Driveways………………………………………………………… 2,6-8,17,35,38/39 Erosion… ...................................................................................................................... 6,8,11,39

Farmsteads,Woodsteads,Plantations ..................................................................................... 14 Fees .......................................................................................................................... 2,4,12,20,30 Fences, Gates & Screening……………………… ………………..2,6,8,15-18,25,30-32 Fines/Violations…………………………………………………….. 3,12-14,20,31,32 Fuel tanks(oil/propane) .......................................................................... 2,6,8,17,19, 31/32,39

Garages/ Garage Doors ............................................................ …….2,7,9,10,15,26,28,33,34 Garbage ............................................................................................................................ 8,16,32 Gazebos ..................................................................................................................................... 15 Generators........................................................................................................... 2,6,17,26,31,33 Greenbelt/ Greenbelt work contract .............................................................. 7,8,13,33,36,39 Guesthouses ..................................................................................................................... ….7,15 Height restrictions ........................................................................................................ ….7,8,19

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Hot Tub/Spa .............................................................................................................. 2,15,18,31

Landscaping ....................................................................................................... 1,2,6,8,11,29,30 Lighting/Lampposts/Pillars………………………………………………….. 2,6-8,37 Log Homes ................................................................................................................................. 7 Lot clearing ................................................................................................................... 6,8,12,34 Modular Homes ...................................................................................................................... 7,9 Patios/terraces .............................................................................................................. 2,8,15,39 Permits ................................................................................................................................. 5,7,36 Pets ............................................................................................................................................. 14 Plans ............................................................................................................................... ….5,6,39 Playhouses, tents ...................................................................................................................... 17 Reflection ....................................................................................................................... 10,14,15 Renewable Energy Devices ......................................................................... ….2,6,14,18,24,33 Roofs ...................................................................................................... ……2,6,10,26,27,30,32 Sewer/water lines, wells ................................................................................................. 2,17,39 Signs ............................................................................................................................... 4,8,15,32 Site visits ........................................................................................................................ 1,6,12,20 Stone walls........................................................................................................................... 2,8,15 Storage buildings/containers ............................................................................................. 15,32 Swimming pools .............................................................................................................. 2,15,31 Tarps .......................................................................................................................................... 15 Tennis courts ............................................................................................................................ 15 Town of Hartford… ............................................................................................ ….1,7,8,14,18 Tree removal/pruning……………………………….......................2,5,8,11-14, 29-34,36 Vehicles recreational/trailers, etc ...................................................................................... 15,32