DEVELOPMENT GUIDELINES FOR VANTAGE POINTE

 

INTRODUCTION

 

Vantage Pointe is the newest subdivision created by Quarry Land Developers Inc.  Quarry Land’s focus is on the creation of a quality subdivision providing an atmosphere combining the best features of the country with the convenience of the city.

 

Our vision for Vantage Pointe is the establishment of a quality estate community providing outstanding value and appeal for our home owners.

 

Architectural guidelines provide a quality living environment with a consistent and identifiable community image, while offering variety and choice to the individual owner.

 

In today’s market the value of curb appeal is an important factor in creating and maintaining a home’s value. These Guidelines are the means that ensures that the subdivision is of a consistently high quality, reflecting the desired image. They have been designed to take full advantage of the attributes of the site and to establish a theme which will be carried throughout the development.

 

It is imperative that, whatever house design is submitted for consideration and approval, a high level of design addressing the following be considered for each individual home within the community:

·         Siting

·         Massing and proportions

·         Elevations

·         Detailing

·         Landscaping

 

 

1.                     ARCHITECTURAL STYLES

 

All architectural styles will be considered.  The correct and appropriate massing, proportions and detailing, true to the style, are critical to the architectural merit of the home and are elements that communicate the quality of design.

 

Lots shall be used for private residential purposes only, and no attached or semi-detached house, duplex or apartment, or any house, or cottage designed for more than one family shall be erected on a Lot, and not more than one detached dwelling with or without attached garage may be erected on any Lot.

 

Mobile, modular or prefab homes will not be considered.

 

 

 

2.                     AGREEMENT

 

Every Purchaser undertakes to be bound by these Guidelines and agrees that these Guidelines form a charge running with the Lands and each lot therein which shall be protected on title by means of an encumbrance.

 

The enforcement, revision, variance and interpretation of these Guidelines shall be determined absolutely by the Quarry Land Developers Inc. (“the Developer”).

 

No advertising matter, except signs offering the Lands or buildings thereon for sale or rent, or signs designating the name of the residence, or the name of the owners, or address, shall be placed on the Lands.

 

No building shall be occupied prior to its completion, and the issuance of an occupancy permit by County of Leduc.  Construction must commence within 3 years of purchase date. Any construction commenced shall be completed within 18 months of start-up.  Machinery, equipment and materials may be stored outdoors only during the construction period.

 

The Purchaser agrees not to construct any house or other building on the Lot otherwise than in accordance with these Guidelines and agrees not to commence construction on the Lot until a house plan is approved by the Approval Board.

 

 

 

3.            APPROVAL BOARD

 

The Developer will appoint an Approval Board who will review all home plans and approve, reject or suggest modifications.  All Plans must be submitted to the Approval Board and Purchasers must allow a minimum of one week for approval.  The decision of the Approval Board is final and binding on all parties.

 

 

 

4.             DESIGN GUIDELINES

 

Architectural guidelines are designed to accomplish high standards, visually, in our subdivision for the benefit of all owners.

 

Attention must be paid not only to the unified appearance of your home and landscaping but to the surrounding neighborhood as well.

 

 

4.1            Minimum House Sizes

 

The single-family residential dwelling construction upon the Lot shall have the minimum floor area excluding basements, bonus rooms, garage, patio, porch or like part of a building as follows (square footage relates to the total area of floors above building grade.)

 

The lots in Vantage Pointe provide ample room for homes larger than the minimums provided below. The minimum requirements are in place only to ensure a consistent theme for the neighborhood.

 

Sizes

TYPE	SIZE
Bungalow	1500 sq.ft *
Bi-Level	1500 sq.ft.
Split	2000 sq.ft. / main floor 1100 sq.ft.
1 ½ Storey	2000 sq.ft. / main floor 1100 sq.ft.
2 Storey	2000 sq.ft. / main floor 1100 sq.ft.

* Note: Square footage relates to the total area of floors above ground level.

 

4.2               Repetition

 

The same house plan and/or model will not be permitted on adjacent lots. Similar house colours are not permitted on adjacent lots.

 

                       

 

 

 

4.3               Exteriors Materials

 

Finishes must include at least two of the following materials:  brick, stone, cultured stone, ceramic tiling, stone tile, stucco and vinyl.

 

Where vinyl is the predominant front elevation material a minimum of 300 sq.ft. of brick, stone, shale or other such material shall be used in combination with vinyl exteriors.

 

Brick/Stone must be in stacked application complete with a return around the corner to the side for a minimum 24” and shall be a minimum height of 36”

 

Where stucco is the predominant front elevation material the stucco is to be machine applied or trowel finished and is required to incorporate boxed out detailing around windows as well as on corners. A minimum of 100 sq.ft. of brick/stone shall be used if stucco is the primary finish.

 

Detailing on all homes must incorporate a selection of the following:

§  Columns

§  Louvers

§  Brick or stone

§  Scales

§  Rafters

§  Porches

§  Fan windows

§  Bay or boxed window

§  Dentils

§  Keystones

 

 

4.4                Colours: 

 

Colour choice on the main body of the house is not restricted, except that intense shades are not permitted.

 

 

4.5                Roofing:

 

Roof lines on any unit must be consistent or complimentary to the total house design.

 

Roof material shall consist of wood shakes, clay or concrete tile or dimensional architectural asphalt shingles.

 

Roof overhang shall be a minimum 24 inches on 1^st storey and a minimum 18” on 2^nd storey elevations.

 

Roof pitch shall be a minimum of 6 in 12 on bungalows and bi-levels, and 5 in 12 on 2nd and 3^rd storey buildings.

 

Fascia boards are to be minimum 8” wide.

 

Chimneys and flues are to be finished in the same predominant finish as the house.  All chimneys are to incorporate corbelled detailing and include either a concrete or decorative rain cap.

 

 

 

4.6              Window Detail

 

Front elevation windows and side elevation windows on corner lots shall have architectural features depending on house finish:

 

a) Vinyl finish requires pre-finished battens or shutters on all front elevation windows.

 

b) Stucco finish requires built up stucco battens on all front elevation windows.

 

c) Muntin bars and/or grills are optional.

 

 

 

4.7              GARAGES AND DRIVEWAYS:

 

All residential dwellings shall have a minimum double garage. Driveways should be of concrete, exposed aggregate concrete, or asphalt with curb. Paving stones, stamped concrete or borders are permitted and walkways shall be of the same finished material as driveway.   

 

Garage doors must be coordinated to match the house.

 

The maximum distance between the top of the overhead door and the eave line shall not exceed 2 feet without the addition of an architectural feature such as a louver or stucco detail.

 

Garages must not be predominate and must be recessed at least 12” from front elevation of house. Ideal features will incorporate garage into house design with garage access on the side or rear.

 

All outside buildings must be constructed of the same material and finish, design and roof pitch of the house.

 

 

 

5               LAND DEVELOPMENT

 

5.1            Fencing:

 

Fencing material and style MUST be approved by the Approval Board. Fencing is only permitted from the front façade of the home to the back of the lot. No fencing will be permitted in the front yard although security gates will be permitted.

 

5.2            Landscaping:

 

Exterior lighting must be designed in such a way that the light cast does not intrude on neighboring properties.

 

Landscaping should be designed to enhance the home relative to the site.  

 

5.3             Accessory Vehicles: 

 

No trucks, buses, motor homes, recreational vehicles, trailers, boats or similar vehicles shall be continually stored on the front driveway, nor on the side yard, nor on any driveway of any building on any of the Lots.  Storage of such vehicles in an accessory building is encouraged, but if they are otherwise stored on any of the Lots, they shall be screened to reduce visibility of the vehicles or equipment from all abutting streets and adjacent homes.

 

Vehicles over 1 ton will be not be permitted to enter and exit the subdivision on a daily basis.

 

5.4            Animals:

County of Leduc regulations will apply for animals.

 

 

5.5            Setbacks- House location:

 

All buildings shall be set back from the property line of the lots according to the current County of Leduc regulations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES

 

6.1            Survey Posts:

 

Statutory iron survey posts (¾” x 30” ) will be provided at all block corners, points of tangency and changes in direction, and square iron bars  (½” x 18”) will be located at all other Lot corners by an Alberta Land Surveyor. The Purchaser shall be responsible to pay for remedying any damage to the statutory iron survey posts unless damage is caused by a servant, employee, contractor or subcontractor of Developer. The Purchaser shall forthwith replace any such iron posts on the Lot corners.

 

6.2             Disposal of Excavation Dirt and Other Construction Waste

 

The Purchaser shall pile or cause to be piled excess excavation dirt and other construction waste in a specified area if so designated by the Developer or its agent. The Purchaser shall keep excavation dirt within the confines of the lot being built on. The Purchaser shall forthwith remove any spillage onto a road allowance or adjacent lot. The Purchaser will confine all construction waste in a suitable container until it can be removed from the site. If the Purchaser  fails to comply with the requirements of this paragraph, the Developer may remove the dirt and waste and charge cost to the Purchaser. 

 

6.3             Maintenance

 

The Purchaser shall be responsible for maintaining the lot and adjacent areas to the road in good condition by eliminating weeds and/or mowing grass thereon.

 

 

6.4             Charges for Damage

 

The Purchaser shall be responsible for all damages to any local improvements, utilities or survey installation of any nature or kind installed or provided by or on behalf of the Developer or the Municipality. A written Lot Inspection Report must accompany the application for house plan approval. 

 

 

 

7               DEPOSITS and FEES

 

7.1            Compliance Deposit

 

A deposit of three thousand dollars ($3,000.00) shall be paid by the Purchaser, to be held in trust for the Developer by the developers attorney, at possession to ensure compliance with the Architectural Guidelines and cover any unpaid costs to repair possible damage to:

• Driveway approaches and asphalt
• Landscaping and trees
• Drainage,  swales and walkways
• Light standards
• Grading and drainage swales
• Fencing