The Links Property Owners Association ARCHITECTURAL CHANGE REQUEST FORM

c/o Coastal Property Management

752 North U.S. Highway 1, Tequesta, FL 33469

(561) 781-8030 Fax: (561) 972-4246

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Applicant/Homeowner Address

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK TO BE DONE

Submit this form for all proposed additions, changes, modifications, etc., accompanied where appropriate by plans, elevations (all views), surveys, etc.). In addition, submissions will include proposed colors, and patterns, materials, and all additional information necessary for the Architectural Review Board (ARB) and the Building

Department (when involved) to make an informed decision. If all required information is not received with this

completed application, the ARB will automatically reject the application until all requested information is

received. Owners assume all responsibility and cost for any addition or change, and its future unkeep. Description ___________________________________________________________________________________________________

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The undersigned acknowledges that they have read and understand this application. They also understand that until a signed approval is received, no work is to be started.

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Applicant’s Signature Applicant’s Signature

CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL 1. Please Refer to The Links Declaration of Protective Covenants Requirements and Checklist

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS ___________________________________________________________________________________________

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You will be notified once approval or disapproval of your request for changes or modifications has been made.

[ ] Approved [ ] Rejected Date ______________________________

THE LINKS PROPERTY OWNERS

ASSOCIATION

of Ranch Colony

2002 Colony Way

1p iter. Florida 33478

THE LINKS DECLARATION OF PROTECTIVE COVENANTS REQUIREMENTS AND CHECKLIST

A. REQUIREMENTS: Before any excavation, construction or other work is done on the property, the following must be submitted and approved by the Architectural Review Board:

1. A check for $250.00 for plan review.

2. Two (2) complete sets of plans and specifications, including front, side and rear elevations, and dimensioned drawings.

3. Two (2) plot plans indicating and fixing exact location of such structure with reference to all sides of lot to insure proper set back.

4. Two (2) landscaping plans indicating placement and type of landscaping material on lot or and/or around building, maintaining as much natural vegetation as possible. No ponds are to be dug.

5. Any change in house plans or location must be re-submitted with a check for $250.00. Any new construction, tennis courts, additions, fences walls, or landscaping must be approved by the ARB.

B. The following is a check list to help you prepare your plans:

1. LIVING AREA: (excluding garage, porches, patios etc.) :2400 Square Feet minimum for single story dwelling. : 1600 Square Feet minimum first floor and a total of 2400 Square Feet Refer to covenants, Paragraph IV, Section 1.

THE LINKS PROPERTY OWNERS

ASSOCIATION

of Ranch Colony

• 2002 Colony Way

~~Jter, Florida 33478 ' .. ___ ,

2. SETBACK OF DWELLING AND PLACEMENT: Front: 50' from easement of road Sides: 25' from lot line Rear: 25' from lot line

3. HOUSE COLOR AND MATERIALS: Soft colors:(large size chips must accompany plans. Materials: Natural woods, natural stone & CBS No imitation products allowed (Paragraph IV, Section 26).

4. GARAGE AND DRIVEWAY: Garage: 2 standard car minimum (22' wide) Garage cannot face the street (side or rear entrance} Driveway: 12' minimum width. Permanent construction from garage to street. Covered entrances are not permitted (Paragraph IV, Section 6).

5. SWIMMING POOLS: Size and location must be approved by ARB. No above ground pools (Paragraph IV, Section 7). No ponds.

6. GARBAGE DISPOSAL: All homes must be equipped with an automatic disposal (Paragraph IV, Section 8).

7. LANDSCAPING BASIC PLAN & SPRINKLER SYSTEM: Sprinkler system with well must be installed and in working order before occupancy of home. Natural surroundings are to be preserved as much as possible (Paragraph IV, Section 9-20). No trees are to be removed without the the approval of the ARB. All landscaping must be completed before occupancy will be allowed.

8. ROOFS: Minimum pitch 6 to 12. Flat roofs on rear porch only. Mansard or built-up roofs not permitted (Paragraph IV, Section 1 0). Roofs must be cedar shakes or tile.

THE LINKS PROPERTY OWNERS

ASSOCIATION

of Ranch Colony

2002 Colony Way

·oiter, Florida 33478

9. AIR CONDITIONING AND SOLAR SYSTEMS: No window, wall or roof AC units. Solar system only on approval of ARB. AC and water trea its MUST be concealed from view (Paragraph IV, Section 13 .

1 0. WINDOW FRAMES I SCREENED ENCLOSURES: No raw aluminum is allowed

11. TV ANTENNAS I SATELLITE DISHES: Antenna I dish style and location must be approved by the ARB.

12. SEPTIC TANK: Placement must meet Martin County Code (Paragraph IV, Section 33)

13. FINAL INSPECTION: Prior to occupancy owner is to contact ARB for final inspection and approval.

14. DRAINAGE: Owner is responsible for proper drainage of lot.

This is only a brief summary of the Deed · Restrictions and Covenants. We strongly suggest you read the same thoroughly, as the covenants are strictly enforced.

The undersigned acknowledges receipt and understanding of this Covenants check list. Undersigned agrees to abide by all covenants of the Links Association. This checklist must be signed and returned to the ARB before final drawings will be approved.

Homeowner's Signature Date

ARB GUIDELINES

INTRODUCTION

The Convenants and Deed Restrictions are used by the ARB as their guidelines on most occasions, however, it has been necessary to clarify some of the restrictions and add others as the PUD grows.

The following have been added to help keep up our standards and establish a better understanding of the rules and regulations.

It may be necessary at a later date to add or delete other rules and regulations.

Procedures (from the by-laws of The Links POA) - The Committee shall formulate general guidelines and procedures and submit them for confirmation to the Board of Directors. Such guidelines and procedures shall be considered adopted policy of the Board unless rejected by a two-thirds (2/3) vote by the Board within thirty (30) days of the date of submittal. The adopted guidelines and procedures shall be incorporated in the Minute Book and the Committee shall act in accordance with such guidelines and procedures.

Revised 05/04/98

ARB GUIDELINES

INDEX

1. INTRODUCTION

2. INDEX

3. SUBMITTAL OF PLANS TO ARB FOR APPROVAL

4. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

5. SIGNS

6. OUTBUILDINGS

7. OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS I CONSTRUCTION I WELLS

8. SATELLITE DISHES I PLAY EQUIPMENT I FENCES

9. OUTSIDE EQUIPMENT I MACHINERY I OUTSIDE LIGHTING

10. INFRACTIONS I FINES I ASSESSMENTS

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ARB GUIDELINES

SUBMITTAL OF PLANS TO ARB FOR APPROVAL

1. ALL plans (house, landscaping, painting, lighting, drainage, outbuidings, play equipment) must be submitted to the ARB for approval before work or placement can begin.

2. An ARB CHECKLIST must be read and signed by each property owner before the ARB will approve any plans.

3. All necessary deposits and/or payments must be submitted to the ARB with the plans to be approved, before the ARB will consider any plans.

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ARB GUIDELINES

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE OF HOMEOWNERS LAWNS (Section IV Paragraph 9):

1. Lawns should be mowed and well maintained on a regular basis.

2. Landscaping should be attractive, well kept, and neatly trimmed at all times. Fertilizer should be applied at regular intervals.

3. Unsightly weeds or trimmings should be removed.

4. Lawns to be sodded with a high quality turf to be approved by the ARB.

5. Lots with cypress trees and un-sodded land toward street must be maintained same as lawns.

6. It is the responsibility of the lot owner to keep all right of ways' clear of brush & debris.

GUIDELINES FOR MAINTENANCE OF VACANT LOTS:

1 . Lots must be bush-hogged to keep the weed and grass growth to a maximum of 12 inches.

2. Notify the ARB if you wish to care for your own vacant lot, otherwise the ARB will bush-hog lots in March/April, June/August, October/November (depending on the weather), and you will be charged for same.

3. It is the responsibility of the lot owner to keep all right of ways' clear of brush & debris.

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ARB GUIDELINES

SIGNS

1. A maximum of two "For Sales" signs are allowed on property; one at the front of the property and one at the rear facing the golf course.

2. Real estate agents and/or owners must use signs provided by the links ARB. They must be purchased at a cost of $75.00 each.

3. Real estate signs must have an active listing and must be removed immediately upon the sale of the property.

4. Building contractors are allowed to place one sign on the property while they are building. However, it may not be placed on any easement. The sign may only be placed on the lot at issuance of a building permit and must be removed upon certificate of occupancy by the ARB.

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ARB GUIDELINES

OUTBUILDINGS

1. Must meet minimum distance from main house and neighboring property as set out in the bylaws and convenants.

2. Outbuildings must match the main structure in style, material, and color.

3. Roof pitch must be 6 to 12 as described in the bylaws and convenants. Roof style must also match that of the main house.

4. Windows must be of the same style of those on the house.

5. Outbuilding must be wired for electricity.

6. Outbuilding may have running water, but no sanitary facilities.

7. The outbuilding should not be easily seen from the street or neighbor.

8. A landscape plan must be submitted to the ARB showing the intended concealment of the outbuilding.

9. All plans must be submitted to the ARB for approval.

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ARB GUIDELINES

OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS I CONSTRUCTION

1. Certain periods of time have been allotted for construction.

The schedule is as follows:

Weekdays Saturdays Sundays

7:00a.m. to 8:00a.m. to

12:00 p.m. to

7:00p.m. 6:00p.m. 6:00p.m.

2. Contractors are responsible for keeping site free of debris and trash during construction. A deposit of $1 ,000.00 will be required from the builder at the time of submittal of drawings. Drawings will not be approved by the ARB without this deposit. Money will be used (if necessary) to keep construction site clean. Balance of the deposit (if any) will be refunded to contractor upon ARB certificate of occupancy. All site expenses are strictly the judgment of the ARB.

3 . Contractors are allowed to place one small sign on the property while they are ~ however it may not be on any easement. The sign may be placed on the '-' lot at issuance of the building permit, and must be removed upon final certificate of

occupancy.

4 . Parking of contractors/construction vehicles will not be allowed on any easement. Any damage will be taken from deposit.

5. Portable toilets for construction purposes must be placed 1 0' from the road easement (22' from the edge of the road) .

WELLS

ARB does not recommend the use of canals or lakes for irrigation use because of canals drying up during dry spells.

ARB recommends the use of two wells.

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ARB GUIDELINES

SATELLITE DISHES

1. Any satellite dish must be approved by the ARB.

2. Any dish over 24" in diameter, or small free standing dish, must be either screened by either a permanent structure or shrubs.

3, Dish location must be approved by ARB.

RECREATIONAL I PLAY EQUIPMENT I FENCES

1. Play equipment must be screened from the road, golf course, and neighbors, as must any other form of athletic equipment, either by permanent structure or shrubs.

2. All fences must be screened from the road, golf course and neighbors by shrubs.

3. All equipment and fences must first be approved by the ARB.

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ARB GUIDELINES

OUTSIDE EQUIPMENT

POST LIGHTS:

1. Each dwelling shall have a post light and/or sufficient landscape lighting. Such lights shall be of the type that will automatically be on at dark.

GARBAGE CANS I POOL EQUIPMENT I A.C. UNITS I PUMPS I MACHINERY

1. All outside equipment (garbage cans, pool, air conditioning units, pumps etc.) must be screened either by permanent structure or shrubs to shield them from sight from the street, golf course, and neighbors.

STREET LIGHTS (Security Lights) I LANDSCAPE LIGHTING

1. All lighting must be submitted to the ARB for approval.

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ARB GUIDELINES

INFRACTIONS I FINES I ASSESSMENTS

1. Fines shall be levied against any infractions at the sole discretion of the ARB. Any fine levied on a lot shall be due and payable within 30 days and said infraction must be corrected within the same period.

2. Fines shall be levied at $50.00 per infraction. A lien will be placed on the owners property for any and all past due fines.

3. The landowner has the right of appeal to the ARB within 14 days of any infraction notice.

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