Cherry Lake Homeowners Association, Inc.

Covenants Update

Nov 11, 2001

Thank you to all of the homeowners who have submitted plans for requests for mini-barns, enclosed patios, fences, etc. In 2001, we have approved all of the plans submitted. Please continue to submit your plans for structural changes/additions prior to the start of construction to obtain approval.

The board has done several walk-through of the neighborhood this year to make sure all changes are within D-3 zoning and covenants requirements. We began the process of notifying homeowners who are not in compliance with the requirements. Most violations have been properties overgrown with weeds or lawns not mowed, mini-barns and fences not approved, and trash visible on the property. We will continue to walk the neighborhood and notify any homeowners in violation of the covenants.

Please keep in mind that certain structural requirements must be maintained since we are located in a D-3 Zoning Ordinance. All one story houses must maintain a minimum main floor area of 900 square feet with a one or two-car attached garage and paved drive. All homes with more than one story must have a main floor area of no less that 660 square feet with a one or two-car attached garage and paved drive ( Covenants Item #5--Uses and Size Restrictions). Open porches, patios, garages, and basements shall be excluded in the computation of the main floor area. Any houses that do not maintain these minimum characteristics will be subject to zoning violation fines imposed by the Department of Metropolitan Development (DMD). In addition, the DMD will require you to restore your home/property to these set minimums.

If you are planning to remodel your home, make sure you obtain the appropriate building permits, submit your plans to the board, and maintain the D-3 zoning requirements.

Ann Jacobs, Treasurer