Building Guidelines & Requirements

With any exclusive residential development, building guidelines and requirements are important to maintain continuity of standards which protects the investment interests of all residents in the community. This includes elements such as minimum square footage requirements, building materials, roofing materials, landscaping, etc.

It should be emphasized that building guidelines are not intended to prevent diversity of design and/or innovation, but rather intended to maintain and uphold craftsmanship and quality throughout the development.

The Approval Process: The Development Review

Development Review Committee (DRC) must approve the following:

  • One paper and one electronic copy of the plans must be submitted for review.

  • Submission of building plans to the county should not be made until the DRC has reviewed and approved all plans and renderings.

  • Site Plat Plan with building placement, grading, and as-built’s must be prepared by Phelps Engineering.

  • Exterior materials and selections must be submitted with plans for approval.

  • Exterior color scheme must be submitted with plans for approval.

  • General landscaping plan must be submitted (budget 2% of the total cost of the home).

  • The Design Review Committee shall have the authority, in its sole and absolute discretion, to approve or reject any and all submissions, including building or improvement plans, and may deny approval for any reason it considers appropriate in furtherance of the design and aesthetic standards of the community.

FINISHED SQUARE FOOTAGE:

Finished floor area excludes attics, garages, basements, or similar.

  • 1 Story, Ranch: 3400 sf minimum

  • 1.5 Story: 4,000 sq. ft. minimum total; with at least 2,800 on main level

  • 1.5 Story Reverse: 4,000 sf minimum total; with at least 2,800 on main level

  • 2 Story: 4,400 sf minimum, with at least 2,800 on main level

  • 3 Story: 4,800 sf minimum, with at least 3,200 on main level

BUILDING MATERIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Exterior: Please reference codes for Site & Building Design Standards

  • Stone veneer must be natural minimum 2” thick stone or greater & cover a minimum of 25% of front elevation.

  • Shutters must be constructed of wood or metal, or otherwise approved.

  • All sides shall be faced with stone, brick, stucco, metal, shingles or lap siding. (4x8 panel not allowed).

  • 4 Sided Trim: Trim color of different tone than main body of the residence on all four sides.

  • Exterior vertical components such as porches, decks (cedar or manufactured) or lanais covered with paint or stain.

  • Vertical decking and hand-rails must be constructed of redwood, cedar, glass, aluminum, iron or an approved equivalent.

  • Ground supports must be of cedar, redwood, stone, manufactured material, or treated wood.

  • Exposed exterior and walls shall have same color as residence, maximum of 4 feet exposed.

  • No more than 2 feet of foundation shall be exposed at the front landscape bed area.

  • No air conditioning apparatus or unsightly projection may be affixed to front of residence.

  • Chimneys on exterior walls may not be cantilevered and must have a foundation beneath.

  • Minimum of 9 foot foundation walls on specs and models.

  • Minimum three-car and maximum seven car garage with maximum of two bays facing street.

  • Approved fences must be 3-rail Montage Majestic Style (aluminum) with dome tops in flat black color, build vertical and horizontal with a maximum height of 4 feet, following slope, or stair stepped.

  • Location of fence must follow property lines and attach to rear of the residence.

DOORS & WINDOWS:

  • Windows and exterior doors must be constructed of glass, wood, aluminum clad, vinyl, fiberglass or otherwise approved by the DRC.

  • Window material and color selection must be approved by DRC.

  • No windows or exterior doors may be of a bright finish.

  • Eight foot garage doors (minimum) must include an architectural pattern or be transparent.

ROOFS:

  • Grand manor shingles (Approved colors include: Colonial Slate, Gatehouse Slate, Stone Gate Gray or Black Pearl) and/or concrete tile. Any other material must be submitted for approval.

  • All fireplace flues in chimneys must be capped with a black or color conforming metal rain cap/vent.

MISCELLANEOUS:

  • Gated Entries must match house architectural design and include columns & decorative lighting.

  • Address plaques, numbering systems, and mailboxes must be approved.

  • All mowed areas are required to have in-ground irrigation systems.

  • All lots must be sodded (front and side yards). No seeding is allowed.

  • Pre-stub radon vents are required.

  • All detached garages, out-buildings, pool-houses, shops, greenhouses, barns, or similar structures, must compliment or match the architectural design of the main residence.

COMMUNITY AESTHETIC:

  • The Reserve at Wolf Creek is a diverse exclusive luxury estate subdivision with a limited number of large lots available.

  • The homes are custom-built, of unique design, where no two homes are alike, or even similar.

  • Architectural styles should be diverse and creativity is welcomed. Designs ranging from traditional to modern, and everything in between.

  • Each residence should demonstrate the latest materials, technology and innovation.

  • Regardless of style, each home should elicit craftsmanship, quality, and overall excellence that is timeless.

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