ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW

SUBMISSIONS

Design Approval Process

PROCESS OVERVIEW

Every proposed new home in Tartan Fields must be reviewed and approved by the Architectural Review Board (Architectural Review Board), including the architect and builder, before construction can begin.  To reiterate and emphasize, construction shall not begin prior to obtaining full final approval for architect, builder and all plans from the Architectural Review Board. The Architectural Review Board, in their sole discretion, will determine the quality, history, capability and ability of the proposed architect and builder who are requesting to be a participant in the creation of your new home or addition.

To assist you in understanding this review, the  Design Guidelines have been developed.  These guidelines provide the basis for review of plans by the Architectural Review Board, and serves as a checklist for you to insure all design elements have been considered in the creation of your home. Any questions in reference to the Design Guidelines should be submitted to the Property Management Company for the Architectural Review Board, through your builder or architect.

 

 

Please keep in mind, all exterior modifications to your property require prior approval from the Architectural Review Board.

 

 

A picture of the final completed project must be submitted to the Architectural Review Board within thirty (30) days of completion of all Architectural Review Board approved projects or else the resident will be deemed to be in violation.

 

Upon approval, written notice will be sent to the submitter for their records and a copy will be kept in our files.  If your plan is not approved, you will be notified in writing and advised what conditions, if any, must be met to obtain approval.

 

 

The Architectural Review Board (ARB) strives to respond to all applications within a 30-day timeframe (often quicker, when possible).  An ARB application must be submitted, and written approval provided by the ARB before any exterior improvement is undertaken, including the replacement, installation, or reconditioning of any element (including, but not limited to siding, roofing, solar panels, windows, etc.) and for any reason (including routine maintenance or repairs due to weather damage, vandalism, or other catastrophic events).  A late application fee will be assessed if any material improvement requiring approval commences before written ARB approval has been obtained.

  • $500 late fee will be assessed to any improvement that increases the footprint of the dwelling and living spaces, including, but not limited to, home additions, patios, outdoor kitchens, and fences.
  • $500 late fee will also be assessed for roof, solar panel, and siding repairs, installation, or replacements.
  • $50 late fee will be assessed to any other type of improvement or repairs.  ARB approvals are good for six (6) months to provide adequate time for project completion.  The applicant must contact the property manager if any changes in timing or plans develop.  Upon project completion, it is the applicant’s obligation to inform Tartan Fields property manager and provide appropriate photographs showing how the completed project conforms to the approved plan. * To help ensure community standards are met, the ARB reserves the right to have a representative make periodic inspections during or after project work to assure compliance with approved plans.

 

ADDITIONS AND REMODELING

Every house addition or remodeling in Tartan Fields must be reviewed by the Architectural Review Board before construction can begin. The intended participating builder must be approved and go through the same 3 step process as it relates to each individual remodeling or additions, decks and patios, and landscape wall.

FEE SCHEDULE

Fees are due at time of submission. Please make checks payable to Tartan Fields HOA, and mail payment to:

Tartan Fields HOA

c/o Ohio Equities

8000 Walton Parkway, Suite 250

New Albany, Ohio 43054

Submission Fees:

 

$50.00 (Additions & Remodeling, Basketball Hoop, Deck, Driveway Replacement, Elevation Change, Exterior Lighting, Exterior Paint, Fence, Front Door, Garage Door, Generator, Gutter Replacement, Hot Tub, Patio, Playset, Quick Review, Railing, Roof, Tree Removal, Windows)

$100.00 (Landscaping)

 

$200.00 (New Construction)

Note: Submission approvals will not be released until submission fee is paid. Submission fees are due with your project submittal.  Please note that approvals will not be released if you have any violations on your property.

Making A Submission

STEP 1: PRELIMINARY ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW

Participating Builder must submit the construction plans as follows by using the Online Architectural Review Submission Form:

  • Design Review Application;

  • Site Plan, Topography, Tree Survey;

  • Floor Plan;

  • Exterior Elevations (all sides);

  • Roofs, structure, materials, manufacturer;

  • Walls, structure, materials;

  • Fascia and Trim construction, materials;

  • Window Specifications: manufacturer, type, finish;

  • Doors/Garage Doors: specifications, materials.

Material samples, product photos, and color chips are to be submitted upon request.

 

The Architectural Review Board will review all design documents, sample materials, color chips and return appropriate comments to the Approved Architect or Participating Builder through the Property Management Company.

STEP 2: SUBMIT PLANS TO APPROPRIATE BUILDING DEPT.

Approved Builder submits the Architectural Review Board approved plans to the Building Inspector and any other such agencies having jurisdiction for required permits.

STEP 3: FINAL ARCHITECTURE REVIEW

A final review will be completed of the following items:

  1. 1.  Landscape Plans

  2.  
  3. 2. Color, chips: (exterior)

    • Roof

    • Fences

    • Walls

    • Fascia & Trim

    • Windows

    • Doors

    1. 3.  Patio/Decks: materials, finish

    2.  
    3. 4.  Fences/Walls: structure, materials

    4.  
    5. 5.  Screen Enclosures: structure, materials

    6.  
    7. 6.  Mechanical Equipment: location and screening details

    8.  
    9. 7.   Exterior Lighting Details 

    10.  
    11. 8.  Driveways: materials, finish

NOTE to Developer: the following sentence is not to be included in the #3 above accordion. It is stand alone.

 

ADDITIONAL NOTE: Any changes or deviations to anything approved by the Architectural Review Board cannot be installed/changed without Architectural Review Board approval.

 

New Construction Submissions – New Construction projects will not receive final approval without a landscape plan. Those are required at time of final approval, see above.

Design Documents

SUBMITTING DESIGN DOCUMENTS

To provide a systematic and uniform review of the proposed construction, the design documents should adhere to the criteria outline below.  Electronic submissions are acceptable and can be emailed to ar*@ta*************.com .

GENERAL DRAWING REQUIREMENTS

  • Drawing Size: 24” x 36″ Blue line
  • Owner’s Name
  • Builder’s and Architect’s Name
  • Lot Address
  • Date of Drawing

SITE PLAN (SEE LANDSCAPE PLAN)

  • Scale: 1” = 20′

  • Property Lines

  • Building Setback Lines

  • Easements

  • Right of Ways

  • Driveways

  • Patios/Decks

  • Walkways

  • Pools

  • Culverts

  • Drainage Plan

  • Dwelling Perimeters (1st/2nd Floor)

  • Roof Line/Overhang

  • Topography (finish and existing grades)

  • Equipment

  • Lighting

LANDSCAPE PLANS (SEE SITE PLAN)

Electric and Gas Meter Location

  • Scale: 1″ = 20′

  • Topography

  • Drainage

  • Easements

  • Right of Ways

  • Existing Trees (6″ diameter @ 31” above grade)

  • Plant Material

  • Surface Material

  • Exterior Lighting Details

  • Transformer Location

FLOOR  PLANS

  • Scale: ¼” = 1′

  • Identify Room Names

  • Doors

  • Windows

  • Room Dimensions

  • Roof Plan

EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

  • Scale: ¼” x 1′

  • Existing Grade Fill

  • All exterior view of all structures including materials, textures and colors

BUILDING SECTIONS

  • Scale: 1/8″ or 1/4″ = 1′ (min)

  • Wall/Roof Section

  • Roof Pitch/Materials/Colors

  • Floor Elevations

EXTERIOR COLORS, FINISHES, & MATERIALS

  • Specifications

  • Manufacturers

  • Samples/Finishes/Product Photos/Color Chips upon request

FOLLOW UP AFTER COMPLETION OF PROJECT

Residents must notify the Architectural Review Board after completion of the project with photographic proof. This is for record-keeping and to ensure adherence to the approved plan.

CHANGES TO DESIGN DOCUMENTS

The Participating Builder must notify the· Architectural Review Board prior to making any changes to the approved plans. A letter with applicable support date (as required) must be submitted to the Architectural Review Board for the file. Any major deviations (as determined solely by the Architectural Review Board) may require full Committee approval prior to commencement of changes.  The Architectural Review Board reserves the right to inspect construction in progress for conformance with approved design documents and Applicants agree to cooperate fully with members of the Architectural Review Board at all times.