The SIA Board of Directors unanimously approved the following additions to the current SIA Architectural Guidelines, effective January 1, 2018.
- Fences: The Board unanimously accepted the recommendation of the ARC effective January 1, 2018, that all new fences constructed in SIA should have the finished side facing the neighboring property or properties.
Note: Fences already in place within SIA will be grandfathered.
- New Construction and Road Deposits: The Board unanimously accepted the recommendation of the ARC that the current road deposit of $1,000 include Board, the $1,000 the deposit will cover completion of new construction and Board approval of the road condition following construction. This deposit will be used to restore the road to its original condition as necessary. As appropriate, this deposit is refundable contingent on Board approval of the condition of the road and receipt of a copy of the County’s Certificate of Occupancy (CO).
- Road Deposit for Major Exterior Renovation or Repair of an SIA Structure: The Board unanimously accepted the recommendation of the ARC effective January 1, 2018, that a $1,000 road deposit will be required for any major exterior renovation, repair or construction to an existing SIA property or structure. Examples of this include, but are not limited to, a new addition, a new garage, the addition of a swimming pool, a new roof (excluding replacement of current roof covering), etc. As approved by the Board, as of January 18, 2018, this deposit will be used to restore the road to its original condition as necessary. As appropriate, this deposit is refundable contingent on the property owner providing the Board with a copy of the County inspection and approval of the renovation or construction; and the Board approving the condition of the road following the renovation, repair, or construction to the exterior of an existing structure or property.