The
Board has been conducting regular Architectural Inspections for several
years. We still get
asked questions about what is considered a violation and what various terms
mean. For example, what is a rakeboard? When we
refer to the rakeboard we
are referring to the board that is about 6 inches wide which runs along and
under the edge of the roof shingles from the gutters up to the peak. It is an ornamental trim
which usually can be seen easiest from the rear of the house
when roof levels vary between adjacent townhomes. Rakeboards commonly
require painting and/or removal of mildew.
They are the most common deficiency because they are the hardest to get
to, requiring a tall ladder and someone willing to climb on the roof. Black, or weathered rakeboards are unsightly and will lead to rot so it is to
your advantage to maintain them.
Other than rakeboards,
the Board is seeking to promote good grass in the front yards, kept to no more
than 6 inches in height, and well maintained house appearance. For those lawns which are ignored and allowed
to grow taller than 6 inches, the Board will have it mowed and charge the homeowner $25.00. A little top soil, lime and fertilizer works
wonders for greening up lawns, while painting house trim and edging and
mulching the front flower beds promote good property
values.
Tools, trash cans
and toys are not to be stored behind your front bushes.
If you plan to paint your house,
build a deck or do other major improvements, please contact the Board and
inform them of your plans. Approval of
paint color, deck plans is normally a fast process .