The purpose of this page is to help keep our neighborhood well-informed about the responsibilities and activities of the Architectural Control Committee, which is a subcommittee of the Board of Directors and comprised completely of Bridgewood homeowner volunteers.
The Bridgewood Estates Homeowners Association Architectural Control Committee was established to preserve the beauty, integrity, and safety of the community for the mutual benefit of all homeowners.
Information and Forms
Bridgewood Estates Architectural Control Committee Charter
ACC Submission Forms
Rules & Regulation Extracts
These are the Regulations & Rules components that govern ACC activity/actions
The Rules & Regulations were created in 2009 by the HOA Board and supercede the original CC&R’s where duplication exists, which it does for the ACC.
Rules & Regulations Extracts (Rules and Regulations 2A_2009 Bookmarked with Table of Contents)
2.1. Submission of Plans
Construction plans, drawings, specifications, and plot plans must be submitted to the ACC including the nature, kind, shape, height, materials, colors and location.
All plans are to be submitted to the Committee utilizing the ACC Request for Architectural Review Form.
2.2. Time Period for Application and ACC Response
Application for ACC approval must be submitted prior to commencement, erection or alteration of any building or structure. The ACC must respond in
writing within thirty (30) days after receiving a fully complete package of plans, as outlined in 2.1 (above).
2.3. Approval or Disapproval
If the ACC fails to approve or disapprove such design and location within thirty (30) days after receiving a fully complete package of plans, approval by the ACC will not be required.
3. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES
3.1. Construction Time
Any structure erected or placed on any lot shall be completed as to external appearance, including finish painting, within six (6) months from date framing commences.
3.2. Landscape Completion
Landscaping shall be completed within 45 days from the date the structure is completed. Landscaping includes the lawn, rock structures, shrubbery, etc., for the entire front yard. The remaining yard (back and sides) must be completed within six (6) months from date of completion or ownership. Landscaping must be consistent with existing neighborhood landscaping and shall not detract from the appearance of the dwelling.
3.3. Roofs
The existing standard for roofs is cedar shake; alternative materials must be pre-approved by the ACC (medium grade or better). Roofs must have a pitch of 6/12 or steeper.
Bridgewood Roofing Guidelines (Updated 2017)
3.4. Driveways
All driveways and exterior walks shall be exposed aggregate concrete unless approval for use of other material is granted by the ACC.
3.5. Fences
Fences and gates must be constructed of cedar. Chain link fencing is not permitted without prior approval by the ACC. Exterior design and color of fences shall be approved by the ACC.
3.6. Garages
Garages are required and shall be incorporated in or made a part of the dwelling house. Single-car garages, carports and detached garages are specifically prohibited.
3.7. Stick-Built Construction
All dwellings shall be of a “stick-built” variety. Mobile homes, manufactured housing, and modular homes are specifically not permitted.
3.8. Storage Sheds
All storage sheds must be submitted to the ACC for approval prior to construction. All sheds must fit the color scheme and match the harmony of the existing exterior design and location in relation to, and its effect upon, surrounding structures and topography. Maximum dimensions: 10′ x 12′ (120 sq. ft. floor area) and 12′ height.
3.9. Exterior Finishes
The exterior of each home (color and finishes) must be approved by the ACC. No approval is required to paint using an existing color scheme; pre-approval from the ACC is required to change an existing color scheme.
3.10. Colors
All colors of all exterior materials and trim features must be approved by the ACC. All vinyl or aluminum painted windows shall be white.