Architectural Review Committee
Before planning any changes to your property in Ashborough—whether it’s adding a shed, building a fence, planting trees, or painting—the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) must first approve the proposed change. The ARC is here to review your request, meet with homeowners, and offer helpful suggestions.
The ARC consist of neighbors with experience in landscaping, design, tree care, and community guidelines, to ensure that your project fits with Ashborough's overall look and feel. If needed, they can also suggest alternatives that work well for both you and the neighborhood.
If your request is not approved by the ARC, you can appeal the decision to the Architecture Review Board (this consists of the Board of Directors and is known as the ARB). Simply fill out an Appeals Form or contact the community manager, and present your case at the next board meeting or if available, a scheduled time with the ARB. We're happy to work with you to find the best solution for your project and the community!
ARB also known as the Board of Directors include: Phil Bannister, Will Millard, Lee Ellen King, Jodi Brelsford, Jeff Del Mastro, Anthony Scott, Travis Snyder
FIND VARIOUS ARB GUIDELINES BELOW:
HELPFUL GUIDELINES
Protecting resident's property values is the primary purpose of our covenants and the Architectural Review Board. This is done by maintaining a sense of aesthetics that is consistent with our covenants and reflects the practices of similarly valued neighborhoods. Please note the guidelines below.
When reviewing a request, consider whether the change would negatively impact property values in Ashborough if applied throughout the neighborhood. If the change would lower property values, it’s likely to be denied. Requests will not be approved if it is likely to benefit one homeowner, but negatively impact the community as a whole.
Example 1: If a homeowner wants to cover their front yard with gravel to reduce maintenance, allowing everyone to do this could hurt property values, so we would deny the request.
Example 2: A homeowner wants to remove a healthy tree, even with county approval. Since mature trees are valuable to Ashborough’s appeal, we’d try to find a compromise, but may deny the request if it sets a bad precedent.
If a change negatively affects a neighbor’s property value or livability, it’s likely to be denied. We make these decisions without consulting neighbors directly to avoid conflict.
Example: A homeowner requests to place a shed where it’s out of sight from their property, but it would be an eyesore for the neighbor. In this case, the location would not be approved.