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Fences | Single Family | Townhome | Invisible Fences | Unique Neighborhood Streets |
Careful consideration should be given to the basic fencing concept and the manner in which the concept is executed.
Fencing should be compatible with the house, but it should also be appropriate for its intended purpose.
For example, a “privacy fence” has different design considerations than a fence, which is used to define property boundaries. Listed below are suggestions, which may be helpful in selecting a fence style, related to the primary fencing needs.
Property Separation Where the homeowner’s goal is property separation, not privacy, an “open”fence is appropriate. Open fences provide visual definition of property boundaries without obstructing views. However, in light of the open space concept, such fences should be used only where necessary. No interior lot fencing is allowed. Security
Many homeowners wish to restrict children or pets to or from their property. Security fences where privacy is not a factor can be the “open” type. Property line fences should not be counted on to provide security for dogs.
Privacy
While fencing can be used to create private outdoor spaces, homeowners should also consider ventilation. A private space with no cooling breezes on a summer afternoon can be unpleasant. To avoid this, the homeowner might choose from several fencing designs depending on the amount of privacy desired. A spaced board fence is “semi-open” and allows natural ventilation while affording varying degrees of privacy dependent on the size of the boards and spaces between them. More privacy may be obtained while still allowing ventilation, by the use of a board-on-board fence.
Height
The height of the fence, the topography of the land and the relative distance of an observer affect both the amount of privacy afforded by a fence and its degree of visual impact. Fencing types may be selected from the diagrams provided for Single Family houses and Townhomes. The fence type should relate or conform to the architectural features of the house and neighbor’s fence, in design, location, and how it connects to the existing house, and neighbor’s fence as well as the neighborhood in general. Planting schemes can be integrated with all fencing to soften the visual impact and should be considered. Gates should be compatible to fencing in design, material, height, and color. Fencing finished only on one side must be constructed with the finished side facing out. Brick or stone pillars incorporated into the fencing are not permitted. Since lots with reverse frontage on major roadways are highly visible, the following “Special Privacy Actions” will be considered by the ARB:
Style
Fencing must be of an open type, such as split rail, board, cross buck, open space picket styles. Refer to the diagrams following this section for single-family fences. Solid fencing, e.g., a “stockade” type of fence will not be approved. Chain link fencing is not allowed except to enclose the community swimming pools and tennis courts. Property line fencing should be “an open type with pickets not less than 2” but not more than 4”. Fences may have flat topped pickets.
Material
All fences must be constructed of wood. Chain link fencing is not allowed. Metal fences are not allowed. Wire mesh, used to increase security, as part of an “open fence” will be considered in special cases, but must be attached inside the fence and may not extend above the top rail.
Finish/Color
In general, fences should be left to weather naturally. However, fences may be stained to a natural wood tone. Care must be given when staining one side of the fence. Painted fences are not permitted.
Size
Fence Heights (see diagrams that follow).
Location Perimeter property line fencing should not extend forward of the rear plane of the house. Side yard fencing may be considered when site conditions warrant. The following should be considered when designing fences:
Special consideration will be given to lots located on a common driveway (“pipestem” lot) or a corner lot due to the unique way houses are sited on these properties.
Application Requirements:
Also see “Unique Neighborhoods” for changes to the above that may apply specifically to your street or neighborhood and “Maintenance Guidelines”.See also “LATTICE (including Arbor/Pergola/Privacy Screening)”.
The common line fence style must match, in all relevant details, the fence, which has been provided by the builder. Gates should be compatible to fencing in design, material, height, and color. The tops of fences must be installed on the horizontal boards. Any changes in elevation should be made by “stepping”. An example of stepping is provided to the left. Style The only style of fencing allowed for townhomes is the Board-on-Board style. The back line of the fence may be stepped down from six (6) feet to four (4) feet. Lattice on the top foot of rear townhome fences (maximum height, including the lattice on fence, must be 6 feet) will be allowed. End unit townhomes enclosing their backyard may use lattice on all sections except commonly owned sections. No lattice is to be used on commonly owned sections of townhome fencing. All townhome fences must have top caps.
All fences must be constructed of wood or composite materials with wood features and natural wood color. Property line fencing must be of a natural tone or left to weather naturally. Finish/Color Care must be given when staining one side of the fence. Painted fences are not permitted.
Location
The fence must be in the rear yard and can only extend to the property line. End unit townhomes may in some instances extend the fence to the side property line provided that it does not extend forward of the rear plane of the house.
Application Requirements:
Also see “Unique Neighborhoods” for changes to the above that apply Hedgeapple Court, and New Colony I and II. Also see "Lattice (including Arbor/Pergola/Privacy Screening)". Also see “Maintenance Guidelines”.
See below for an illustration on "rear plane". Double-Click on the picture to enlarge it.
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Fencing
is used to separate property, provide security and visual privacy, or
architecturally define space. In achieving any of these goals, a barrier is
created which has both visual and physical impact on the boundaries of
common land and properties of adjacent homeowners.
The
fencing for townhomes will be restricted to the following guidelines:
Material