• Review and assess all requests by residents of Riverwood for any exterior alterations, additions, or changes in the appearance of your home, including (but not limited to) repainting (color change), removing trees, adding a fence, storage building, pool, etc.
• Approve or deny these requests based on the content of the CCRs (see Covenant Document section ) and the Architectural Guidelines and Restrictions.
• Remit a timely reply to these requests.

Click here to complete the Architectural Request Form

Include the following information (as required based on the type of improvement).

1. A final survey of your lot showing your house location on the lot. This should have been part of your closing papers. It is extremely helpful to use this whenever possible. Use this to show the location of the proposed improvements, i.e., outbuildings, fences, swimming pools, tree removal, etc.
2. If additions are proposed, we need the location, floor plans and elevations (front, rear, and sides) drawn to scale, as well as a description of all exterior materials (roofing, brick and paint colors).
3. Outbuildings, such as storage buildings, need the above information, or pictures or brochures in lieu of architectural drawings. We need to see what the building will look like, know the size and location (as shown on the final survey), as well as the exterior finishes, which must be of the same or similar design and materials as the house. No metal storage buildings are authorized.
4. Please provide the name and phone number of any contractors involved.
5. For fences, we need location, type/style, size, and any other pertinent information. Satellite dish installation requests should show location on house from a top-down view. The dish should be 18″ or smaller and installed so as to not be visible from the street. Exceptions will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis.
6. The anticipated start date and estimated completion date.

The ARC will meet as required to review all submissions. The ARC must receive your request, distribute it to the Committee members, and have a chance to review the requests individually before they can make a decision concerning your request. The covenant states that the ARC has 30 days to review and respond once all necessary documents are received. The review process includes the following steps:

1. ARC members will receive requests and review them individually.
2. The ARC will meet as required to review requests jointly. The Committee will decide during these meetings one of four things:
   • Approved as submitted
   • Approval with changes
   • Denial of request
3. Changes and denials will be thoroughly explained, as well as requests for more information.
4. When a project has been reviewed, the homeowner will be notified of the decision.

If projects are undertaken without permission, violators will be subject to Article VI of the CCRs, which says in part: “An owner shall be responsible for all costs and expenses including legal expenses, incurred by the Association in enforcing the provision hereof.”

The Riverwood Homeowners’ Association appreciates everyone’s cooperation in adhering to these guidelines. With the support of all homeowners, the ARC can maintain the same level of quality which makes Riverwood a great place to live. So, remember before you build, change, or install, obtain approval.