ARC Information

ARC needs a start and completion date in order to review an ARC application. Projects must be completed within 90 days of approval or homeowner needs to re-submit ARC to committee for another approval.

FAILURE TO SUBMIT AN ARC FORM FOR APPROVAL WILL RESULT IN MONETARY FINE OF $500.00 (see Rules & Regulations – Page 7 – Fines)

• No external change to house or addition to lot without ARC approval.
• Construction must be completed within a reasonable period or time, which will be determined at the time of approval: no longer than 6 months.
• Aluminum screened in porches preferred; however, wood is acceptable.
• All trims and siding must blend with existing architecture.
• All additional roofs must blend with existing roof architecture.
• In addition to 3-tab shingle roofs, snap-lock only metal roofs are an option to homeowners with ARC (Architectural Review Committee approval.

Addendum to Article VI, Section 12: In addition to 3-tab shingle roofing, metal roofs are an option to homeowners with ARC color approval. Special Meeting 5/31/2022.

Metal Roofs style adapted (Standing Seam Snap Lock Metal Panels) was adopted to Rules and Regulations. Board Meeting 1/3/2023.

NO TEMPORARY STRUCTURES ARE ALLOWED

In the state of Florida, a temporary structure is defined as a structure erected for 180 days or less. Structures that are erected for more than 180 days are classified as permanent structures and must comply with the Florida Building Code and require ARC approval.

• ARC Approval Necessary
  • ARC approval is necessary prior to installation, this includes, but not limited to sheds, doghouses, playhouses, fences, and above-ground pools, etc.
  • Temporary structure must be anchored in concrete.
  • Sheds must be installed next to the house and must be painted to match the house.
  • Shed sizes may vary depending upon lot size, location and conformation with the house and surroundings.
  • Any shed, patio enclosures, or addition to house is to be set back 7 ½ feet from the property lot line; applications for exceptions are subject to review by the ARC Committee.
  • Each case reviewed on an individual basis by the ARC Committee.

• Change in Buildings
  • No external changes to house or addition to lot without ARC approval.
  • ARC approval is necessary prior to changing house color.
  • Only two (2) color combinations of paint are allowed. This means a base color and one other color for trim, shutters, and door. (A third contrasting color must be approved by the ARC and may only be used on the shutters and doors as a trim around the squares).
  • Houses must be painted with a contrasting trim.
  • No garage doors are to be made into a solid wall. A window must be placed in the area which is 4’ high X 3’ wide with panes or must match existing windows.
  • Any shed, patio enclosures, or addition(s) to house is to be set back 71/2 feet from the property line.
  • Applications for exceptions are subject to review and county code.

• Satellite Dishes
  • Only 1 meter (37.39”) or under dishes allowed.
  • Dishes must be camouflaged to satisfy ARC Committee.
  • ARC approval for dish location and camouflage must be obtained before installation.

• Swimming Pools
  • Height not to exceed 4 feet above ground.
  • Diameter should not exceed 18 feet.
  • Pools must be enclosed in a 5-foot-high fences area with a security lock. Fence must be 1 ¾ inch chain link as per Palm Beach County Zoning regulations (Not the standard 1 ½ inch chain link.)
  • Building permit is necessary.
  • Installation must be in accordance with all county ordinances.
  • No decks to be erected around pool.
  • Approval by ARC Committee on a case-by-case basis.

• Hurricane Shutters
  • To include, but not limited to plywood, corrugated metal panels, or other material used for protection from hurricane damage.
  • May be installed/put up/closed no sooner than 48 hours prior to “hurricane warning” and uninstalled/removed/taken down within 72 hours after hurricane passes, according to local weather reports.
  • Hurricane panel shutter channels (framework) may be installed permanently with prior ARC approval. The panels themselves can only be put up during the storm period.
  • The shutter channels (framework) must match the existing trim color of the property. Trim includes, but is not limited to, window frames, drip edges, cornices, etc.
  • Only permanently installed hurricane shutters can be used for security measures and left in the closed position with prior Board approval, only if: The property is to be vacant for more than 30 days and the homeowner/resident is temporarily residing at a location that is farther than a five (5) hour drive away.
  • The permanently installed shutters are to return to the “open” position upon the homeowners/resident’s return.

• Driveways
  • May be painted or stained with prior ARC approval, using only the following approved colors:
    • Behr Premium Plus: Porch & Floor (Pearl C60-30)
    • Behr 1-Part Epoxy Acrylic Concrete & Garnes Floor Paint (Trowel C70-36)
    • Behr Plus 10 Concrete Stain (Pacific Fog 815)
    • H&C Silicone Acrylic Concrete Sealer (Gull Gray)

• Fences
  • All fences require prior approval by the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and will be reviewed on an individual basis and must blend with existing architecture.
  • Functional chain link fences and picket fences are acceptable.
  • Picket or similar fences are not to exceed 4’ in height and must be greater than 50% visibly open.
  • Chicken wire and split rail fences are prohibited.
  • Decorative perimeter fences are prohibited.
  • Chain link fences are not to exceed 5’ in height; must be in tight proximity to the house and are reviewed on an individual basis by the Architectural Review Committee (ARC).
  • Solid wooden and privacy/PVC fences around the exterior perimeter of yard are prohibited.
  • Privacy fences are only allowed around garbage receptacles and AC units not to exceed 6’ in height and must be anchored to the ground in concrete.

Adhering to our ARC Guidelines is important to keep our neighborhood looking beautiful.

October 27, 2025