The Architecture Change Committee (ACC) exists as a representative body of the Avocet Property Owners Association with the sole charter of ensuring consistency in the look and feel of the homes within the neighborhood. The ACC operates with the powers of the POA and will work diligently to provide expedient responses to homeowners who follow the process outlined below. When approve is not obtained prior to work being completed, the ACC has the power to have the homeowner reverse the work, at the homeowner's expense. When necessary, legal action may be taken against homeowners as well. It is the intention of the ACC to ensure changes made to any home within the neighborhood take into consideration the impact on neighbors and the community overall.
As stated in the bylaws, Article IX establishes the Architecture Change Committee.
"Avocet shall appoint and Architectural Control Committee, as provided in the Declaration, and a Nominating Committee, as provided in these By-Laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, until the sooner to occur of (i) all of the Lots comprising the Property having been sold by the Developer (as defined in the Declaration) of the Property, or (ii) such time as the Developer in Developer's sole and absolute discretion relinquishes the control and right to plan approval set forth in Section 26 (a) of the Declaration, the Architectural Control Committee shall solely govern the approval and additions or changes to existing structures located on the Property. The Developer shall retain the right to approve the plans for any new structure to be constructed on any lot sold by the Developer until the occurrence of one of the conditions set forth in clause (i) or (ii) above, whereupon the obligation and right to approve all plans, for new construction or otherwise, shall become that of the Architectural Control Committee. In addition to the foregoing, the Board of Directors shall appoint other committees as deemed appropriate in carrying out its purpose."
The best time to engage with the ACC about an upcoming project is before or during the planning phase. The goal of the ACC is to make the process as user-friendly as possible. By involving the ACC early on, assistance can be provided to ensure the project meets the guidelines specified in this document and that the approval is processed in a timely fashion.
The ACC can be contacted with questions about a project before a request is submitted. To submit a request, complete the Avocet Architectural Change Request form on the POA website. A representative of the ACC will begin the approval process at which time notification will be sent via e-mail (or by phone, if preferred) within 24-48 hours of submission.
Should any additional information be needed by the ACC, notification will be provided via e-mail or phone. If it is necessary for the ACC to visit the home, the homeowner will be contacted to schedule a time for the visit. If any changes involving additions, sheds, retaining walls, or other permanent structures are requested, a brief walk through is required to ensure that neighbors will not be negatively impacted by the structure is properly sited.
Once the request has been approved, notification will be provided via e-mail or phone. The hard copy of the signed approval will be returned via the homeowner’s mailbox, unless other arrangements are made to pick it up in person. Once the work is complete, the ACC must be notified. In some cases, a final walk through may be required. If the project is not completed as defined by the approved ACC request, approval may be revoked, and the homeowner may need to submit a new request for approval of the actual work completed.
There are two major reasons why a homeowner needs a permit on projects: the first is because when a permit is filed, city officials will inspect the work completed at different stages to ensure the work complies with current safety and health building codes. The second, and most significant reason, is it protects the homeowner’s investment they are making to improve the property.
A Peachtree Corners City Permit is required for certain architectural changes. In most cases, the contractor or company performing the work will submit the permit request on your behalf; however, please be aware that it is ultimately the homeowner's responsibility to make sure a permit is requested.
Situations that require permits include can be found here on the Peachtree Corners City website. Some other great resources there include guides on what it takes to add a pool to your property, finish your basement, adding a deck or home addition, or simply replacing your roof.
Be sure to review the ACC Guidelines document to ensure your desired change aligns with the aesthetic and requirements of the neighborhood. Any project deviating from the established guidelines will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
To submit a request to the ACC, please complete the form below. An ACC representative will respond to your request within 48 hours and will typically have an approval decision for you within one week.