Important Information
for Residents of
The Association
of
Chandler’s Landing
This information is provided to members of The Association of Chandler’s Landing. By design, the intent of the noted rules and policies is to ensure the long-term value and desirability of Chandler’s Landing. Maintenance and compliance with this information is the responsibility of individual property owners.
The restrictive covenants of The Association of Chandler’s Landing include the following requirement.
“No building, fence, wall, in-ground swimming pool, attached solar heating panels, or other structure, or basketball goal (whether freestanding or mounted on a residence garage) freestanding birdfeeder…shall be commenced, erected, or maintained upon a Lot, nor shall any exterior addition, change, or alteration be made to such a structure on a Lot until the plans and specifications showing the nature, kind, shape, height, materials, color, and location of the structure…are submitted to and approved by the (Architectural Control) Committee in writing. The Committee shall review such plans and specifications to determine whether the external design and location of the proposed structure…is in harmony with the surrounding structures and topography in the Subdivision.”
This requirement is legally binding on all lot owners and should be considered any time you plan to undertake major activities on your lot. As this requirement states, virtually any change to your lot is subject to review.
The best attitude to take in response to this requirement is to “ask before you start.” This will avoid unnecessary confusion and hard feelings.
This handout was prepared by your Association’s Board of Directors to help you comply with this legal requirement. It was also designed to provide you the guidelines the Architectural Control Committee will use to evaluate your plans. Residents are also encouraged to review the entire restrictive covenant document for the Association of Chandler’s Landing.
Residents are also encouraged to review the Bylaws of The Association of Chandler’s Landing. Rules covering use of the Association’s lakes and other issues are included in this document. These bylaws are amended from time to time. Please make certain your copy is up to date. Members of the Board of Directors will assist you in this regard. Specific attention is directed to the following excerpts from the most current version (2002).
ARTICLE 9:
RULES GOVERNING USE OF THE CORPORATION’S
COMMON AREAS, RIGHTS OF WAY, AND EASEMENTS
Section 9.1 General. Certain areas have been designated in the subdivision as common areas, rights of way, and easements. These common areas, rights of way, and easements may be used by any Member of the Corporation and by family members and guests at such times and such manner as are set forth below.
Section 9.2 Children. Parents are always responsible and accountable for their children. The Corporation shall not be held liable for unattended children in common areas, rights of way, and easements. This includes the lakes and waterways located throughout the subdivision.
Section 9.3 Pets. Pets are to be kept on a leash while walking with their resident Owners. Members are expected to clean up after their pets while using common areas, rights of way, and easements.
Section 9.4 Traffic. Mini-bikes, go carts, motorized three and four wheelers, mopeds, scooters, and snowmobiles are prohibited from using lawns, sidewalks, common areas, and easements within the Subdivision.
Section 9.5 Trash Disposal. Grass clippings, brush, and debris shall not be left on vacant lots, common areas, rights of way, and easements. After the garbage disposal company has emptied trash containers, they are to be returned to their out-of-view place as soon as possible.
Composting piles/containers shall be permitted provided there is sufficient landscaping surrounding the compost to obscure it from view from the street or adjoining lots.
Section 9.6 Lakes. The following shall govern the use of the lakes and waterways located throughout the Subdivision.
9.6.1 Liability. Use of the lakes and waterways located throughout the Subdivision shall be at the risk of those using them. The Corporation assumes no liability.
9.6.2 Watercraft. Watercraft using the lakes and waterways located throughout the Subdivision shall be limited to 12 feet in length or less. Watercraft may utilize 12-volt electric “trolling” motors as long as the motor does not exceed “50 lbs. of thrust.” New watercraft must be approved by the architectural committee. No watercraft shall be allowed on the small entrance pond except for the Chandler’s Landing Sailboat. Each property with a waterfront may store one watercraft on the shoreline between the dates of May 1 and Nov. 1, subject to initial approval of the Architectural Control Committee. Watercraft must be covered or routinely emptied to keep mosquito population down. All other times, watercraft must be stowed out of sight of all neighbors.
9.6.3 Irrigation/Sprinkler Systems. Residential use of the lakes and waterways throughout the Subdivision as a supply source for irrigation or sprinkler systems shall be prohibited.
An Architectural Review Request Form is available from members of the Architectural Control Committee or from the Secretary of the Board of Directors. Requests must be submitted to the Chairperson of the Architectural Control Committee using this designated form along with any additional materials required for full description of a proposed project. Such materials may include (1) sketch or layout; (2) type of material to be used; (3) color of materials; and (4) height.
You will receive a formal reply to your request within 30 days of its receipt. Failure of the Architectural Control Committee to reply within this 30-day period constitutes approval of the submitted request.
POLICY REQUIREMENTS
The following policies are provided to assist residents. Activities or issues not covered here may or may not require approval. Check with a member of the Architectural Control Committee to see if your project requires action of the Committee.
Basketball Posts. Plans for permanently installed basketball posts/goals are subject to review of the Architectural Control Committee. Permanently installed posts/goals shall be freestanding, constructed of commercial grade materials, and located nor more than 20 feet from the dwelling. If located at the driveway, the backboard of the post/goal shall not be left outside in excess of 48 hours.
Movable basketball posts/goals are subject to the same requirements as permanently installed posts/goals.
Decks. Plans for all decks are subject to review of the Architectural Control Committee.
Docks. Docks are prohibited along any of the Association’s lakes or waterways.
Fences. Fences on lots not abutting one of the Association’s lakes and/or waterways are subject to review of the Architectural Control Committee. The maximum height of fencing shall be four feet. Fencing shall be of commercial grade wooden or vinyl construction and limited to backyards. Chain link and “stockade” privacy fencing is prohibited. All fence posts are to face the owner’s dwelling. All fencing must be maintained in a high state of repair.
Above-grade fences are prohibited on all lots abutting one the Association’s lakes and/or waterways. Below-grade electronic fencing is suggested as an alternative for residents with dogs.
Landscaping. Plans for landscaping within any easement or common area are subject to review of the Architectural Control Committee. So, too, are plans for renovations to existing landscaping once the developers have given approval.
Lakeshore. Plans for finishing the shoreline along the back of any lot is subject to the review of the Architectural Control Committee. These plans shall only include the area three feet from the water line onto dry land and up to 15 feet into the lake from the water line. Improvements shall not extend beyond these boundaries. Materials that may be located within this area include washed river rock the size of pea gravel or larger.
Placement of sand along the shoreline of any of the Association’s lakes or waterways is prohibited.
Lighting. Plans for all exterior lighting (other than primary house lighting) are subject to review of the Architectural Control Committee. No lighting attached to a dwelling shall be located above the roofline. External lighting attached to a dwelling or located on a lot shall not utilize mercury vapor or similar lighting mechanisms. External lighting not attached to a dwelling shall not exceed seven feet in height.
Playground Sets. Plans for all playground sets are subject to review of the Architectural Committee. These sets may only be located in backyards.
The maximum permitted height of these sets is eight feet. The maximum permitted length is 20 feet. Playground sets must be of heavy wooden construction and must be kept in a high state of repair.
Swimming Pools and Hot Tubs. Plans for all in-ground swimming pools and hot tubs are subject to review of the Architectural Control Committee. Above-ground swimming pools exceeding 18 inches in height are prohibited.