<>CHESTERFIELD
MEWS 
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL GUIDELINES
The Architectural Control Committee, established in the Declaration of
Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (Article VIII), is charged with
the responsibility for interpretation and implementation of those
restrictive covenants which relate to the architectural and aesthetic
integrity of the Community. These guidelines supersede any
preceding published ones. Koger Management is responsible for an
annual architectural inspection of the properties.
The following general and specific guidelines amplify and supplement
the “Declarations” and should be read in conjunction with Articles
VIII, IX, X and XI of that document.
1.GENERAL GUIDELINES
A. Written
approval must be obtained from the
Committee prior to undertaking any alteration or improvement to any
house,
fence, or other structure within the Community.
These undertakings include, but are not limited to, exterior
additions
or changes to any house or fence, construction within fenced areas
which will
extend above the fence line, deck-mounted changes or additions which
will be
visible above the fence line, any new or additional fencing, or
replacing
courtyards. Approval is not required for painting using
approved colors.
B. Prior written approval is required for addition or removal of any
plantings, or any other objects, on common grounds.
C. Approval of any project by the Committee does not waive the
homeowner’s responsibility for obtaining required County permits.
D. Obtaining required County permits does not waive the requirement for
Committee approval.
2.SPECIFIC GUIDELINES
A. Painting - areas that are painted may be repainted in the same color
only. Unpainted surfaces, such as brick, shall remain unpainted and
unstained. Whole surface areas must be repainted at the same
time. Fences are not and shall not be pained or stained - if
necessary, they may be treated with a clear preservative.
The exteriors of homes are a textured plywood that, with proper
maintenance, lasts for many years.*
Painting is required every five to seven years, retaining the original
colors (each building must be one color). The original paint used by
the builder was McCormick Flat Latex Neutral Gray, Moss Green, and
Antique Brass. McCormick Oxford Brown luster acrylic was used on
all trim. Comparable colors in Duron paint may be used only on
Readsborough Court and Delburne Court.
*Four-
by eight-foot replacement panels can be purchased at Home Depot (SKU
#915424) [SKU number current as of 7-1-06].
Approved
Paint Colors
Approved Storm Doors, Front Exterior Light
and House Numbers.
B. Storm Doors/Windows - all installations require prior approval.
C. Roof-mounted objects - Attic exhaust fans, stove chimneys, and
other such
objects require prior approval. (Dish
antennas) There are no restrictions on exterior antennas for the
transmission or reception of any radio or television signal as covered
by the FCC
"OTARD" Rules.
D. Awnings, outdoor carpeting (at main
entrances or in courtyards) and
the like are considered exterior changes requiring prior approval.
3.PROCEDURES
A. Only written requests will be considered by the Committee. These
should be accompanied by drawings, material lists, color samples,
product brochures, and other documentation which would indicate the
nature and extent of the desired undertaking.
B. Requests may be personally delivered to any of the Committee members
or mailed to:
Chesterfield Mews Community Association
Architectural Control Committee
P.O. Box 10133
Fairfax, VA 22030-8008
<>C. The Committee will consider and
act
upon all requests as soon
as possible, but in any case no later than thirty (30) days from
receipt of the request. All Committee replies will be in writing.