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RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

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The Enclaves at Pine Ridge Development Standards

Record of Changes Revision

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0 1/31/08 Original Issue

1 6/2/08

2.3/Page 17- Added section on Driveway Maintenance (including stain colors) 2.13/Page 32- Revised to allow 1 piece of outdoor furniture for non-porch floor plans. Part 4/Page 48- Added Appendix D (Driveway Staining and Preparation)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

RECORD OF CHANGES I

RECORD OF CHANGES I

TABLE OF CONTENTS II

PART 1 1

1.1 Introduction 1

1.2 Important Things to Remember 2 A. The Appropriate Standard 2 B. Changes by Previous Owners 2 C. Covenants Protect Neighbors 2 D. Current Standards 2 1. Don’t Copy Your Neighbors 2 2. Governmental Regulations 2 3. Retroactive Effect: ‘Grandfathering’ 2

1.3 Scope of Architectural Review 3

1.4 Architectural Changes or Modifications 4

I. Plan Approval 4 A. Approval Required 4 B. Approval Not Required 4

II. Applications 4 A. Architectural Change Request (ACR) Form. 4 B. Plans 4 C. Samples 5 D. Grading Plan 5 E. Waiver of Liability 5

III. Plan Review 5 A. Application Deadlines 5 B. Approvals 6 1. Applications Received 6 2. Approval Process 6 3. Applications Returned 6 4. Requests Disapproved – Right to Appeal 6 C. Violations 6 D. Variances 7 E. Enforcement 7

IV. Casualty Damage Repair 7 A. Casualty Damage 7 B. Minor Damage 7

C. Emergency Repairs 7 D. Permanent Repairs 7 E. Structural Damage 7 F. Complete within 120 days 8

V. Demolition 8 A. Definition 8 B. Fencing 8 C. Completion 8 D. Safety 8 E. Dust; Noise 8 F. Approval 8

1.5 Requirements for All Improvements (General) 9

A. Access 9 B. Applicant’s Lot 9 C. Default Architectural Guidelines 9 D. Architectural Compatibility 9 E. Setback Lines 10 F. Building Code 10 G. Colors and Materials 10 1. Colors 10 2. Limited Colors and Materials 10 3. Material Compatibility 10 4. Roofing 10 5. Unacceptable Materials. 10 H. Complete Work within 120 days 11 I. Drainage Structures; Master Surface Water Management System 11 1. Drainage 11 2. Pond Vegetation 11 3. Master Surface Water Management System 11 J. Easements 11 K. Neighborhood Character 12 L. Impact on Neighbors 12 M. Use 12

PART 2 13

2.1 Home/Garage/Temporary Structures 13 A. Dwelling Size 13 B. Height 13 C. Exterior Surfaces 13 D. Setback Lines 13 E. Garages 13 F. Garage Doors/Garage Door Screening 13 G. Roof Projections 13 H. Screens and Screen Enclosures 13 I. Sunrooms/Atriums 14

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J. Gutters and Downspouts 14 K. Window Coverings 14 L. Storm Protection and/or Shutters 14 M. House Facades or Stone Accents 14 N. House Exterior Colors 14 O. Security Bars 15 P. Temporary Structures 15

Approvals 15

2.2 Wells 16

Approvals 16

2.3 Driveways/Sidewalks/Walkways 17 A. Driveway Maintenance 17 B. Driveway Materials 17 C. Driveway Expansion 17 D. Walkway Materials 17

Approvals 17

2.4 Patios and Patio Extensions 18

Approvals 18

2.5 Air Conditioning Units 19

Approvals 19

2.6 Storage Receptacles 20

Approvals 20

2.7 Exterior Electronic Devices/Satellite Dishes 21 A. Location 21 B. Screening 21

Approvals 21

2.8 Fences and Walls 22 A. Community Fencing Philosophy 22 B. Screening Walls 22 C. Fence and Wall Specifications 22 1. Privacy Fences 23 2. Side-yard Fences 23 3. Amenity Fences 23 4. Masonry/Privacy Wall 23 D. Fence and Wall Locations 23 E. Approved Fence Colors 24

Approvals 24

2.9 Yard Accessories and Play Structures 25

A. Barbecue Grills 25 B. Seasonal Decorations 25 C. Fountain and Sculptures 25 D. Lawn and Garden Ornaments 25 E. Decorative Trellis and Arbors 26 F. House Art 26 G. Water Features 26 H. Play Structures 26

Approvals 26

2.10 Pools 27 A. Definition 27 B. Above-ground 27 C. Pool slides 27 D. Permitting 27 E. Size 27

Approvals 27

2.11 Lawn, Landscaping and Trees 28 A. Planting Bed Size 28 B. Landscaping Plantings 28 C. Artificial Ground Covers 28 D. Vines 28 E. Potted Plants 28 F. Mulch 28 G. Edging 29 H. Sod and Lawn Specifications 29 I. Trees and Tree Removal 29 J. Landscape Lighting 30

Approvals 30

2.12 Ramps 31

2.13 Outdoor Furniture 32

Approvals 32

2.14 Energy Saving Devices 33

Approvals 33

2.15 Flags 34

Approvals 34

2.16 Mailboxes and Posts 35 A. Types/Modifications 35 B. Plantings around mailbox 35

Approvals 35

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2.17 Exterior Lighting 36

Approvals 36

2.18 House Numbers 37

Approvals 37

2.19 Signs 38

Approval 38

PART 3 39

3.1 Business Use 39

I. Business In The Home 39 A. Requirements for Approval 39 B. No Waiver 39

APPROVALS 40

II. GARAGE SALES 40 A. Definition 40 B. Prohibited 40

3.2 Use and Rentals 41 A. Single Family Clarification 41

3.3 Home Maintenance 42 A. Owner Responsibility 42 B. Sidewalks 42 C. Pumping and Draining 42 D. Excavation 42

3.4 Garbage and Trash 43

3.5 Obnoxious or Offensive Activity 44

3.6 Pets 45

3.7 Vehicles, Trailers & Boats 46 A. Definitions 46 B. Open Storage Prohibited 46 C. Garage Storage 46 D. Parking on Hard Surfaced Areas 46 E. Parking on Streets 47

PART 4 APPENDIXES 48 Appendix A: 48 Appendix B: 48 Appendix C: 48

Appendix D: Driveway Staining and Preparation 48

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PART 1

1.1 Introduction The Enclaves At Pine Ridge is a small gated community planned for 221 homes, most of which are adjacent to conservation areas. There are two passive parks and several ponds throughout the community that make up the common property. The health, safety, and general welfare of the Enclaves At Pine Ridge and all property therein, is the responsibility of the Pine Ridge at Sugar Creek Homeowners Association governed by its Bylaws and Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions. The Pine Ridge at Sugar Creek Covenants and these Residential Development Standards have been designed to put into place procedures that will carry forward the Enclaves At Pine Ridge development philosophy while enhancing quality of life. They:

• encourage environmental excellence, • preserve the design integrity and architectural quality of dwellings, • prevent deterioration of neighborhoods which inevitably follows an unregulated, laissez-faire

philosophy of construction, maintenance, and property use, and • up-hold property values.

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1.2 Important Things to Remember

A. The Appropriate Standard Many different kinds of changes and additions to a property can be made. The ones described on the following pages are the most common, but not all are described. If a project is not included on the following pages, refer to the standard closest in concept to it; and use that Standard as a guide for preparing an application for plan approval. Please be advised, that the lack of a certain standard in this document will usually result in the application being denied or not approved. This type of response is necessary due to recent changes to the Florida Statutes that govern Homeowners Associations and Architectural Review Boards. Generally speaking, the Architectural Review Board must have written standards in place in order to approve a request. However, the homeowner is encouraged to complete an application anyway in order for the Architectural Review Board (ARB) to consider such requests for future amendments to the Residential Development Standards.

B. Changes by Previous Owners Purchasers of a previously occupied property are sometimes surprised and disturbed when they receive notice that the previous owner made an unapproved alteration or addition, and they are now in violation of the Covenants. Current owners are responsible for any existing violations. When purchasing a home in The Enclaves At Pine Ridge, contact Qualified Property Management (the property manager) and ask if any existing violations of the Covenants or these Standards are outstanding from the previous owner.

C. Covenants Protect Neighbors All property owners and tenants are subject to the Covenants and have agreed to comply with them. In turn, they rely on their neighbors’ promises that they too will comply. Most problems can be resolved and unnecessary complications avoided by a thorough understanding of the Covenants and these Standards. Compliance with the Covenants and these Standards by all neighbors will permit Enclaves At Pine Ridge property owners and residents to enjoy living and raising their families in a pleasing environment and an attractive community with sustained property values.

D. Current Standards These Standards are updated, revised or otherwise amended, from time to time. Always be certain that you have the current Standards. Go on-line at www.pineridgecommunity.com or call Qualified Property Management at 727-853-3736.

1. Don’t Copy Your Neighbors When you consider altering or improving your property, do not rely on what your neighbors have done or said regarding their property. It may have been permitted under a prior standard but not under the current standard, it may have been disapproved and require modification, or it may have been constructed without plan approval, in violation of the Covenants.

2. Governmental Regulations The Covenants and these Standards are not intended to permit any action prohibited by applicable laws, rules, or regulations of any governmental authority. Where these Standards contain requirements in addition to or more restrictive than required by law, these Standards must be followed. Construction must comply with both governmental laws and these Standards.

3. Retroactive Effect: ‘Grandfathering’ Except where stated otherwise, a change in the Standards does not affect improvements which have been approved under earlier Standards so long as construction was completed before the plan approval expiration. Repair or replacement of a grandfathered item must comply with the current standard at the time of repair and replacement.

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1.3 Scope of Architectural Review All Lots and Dwellings in the Property are subject to architectural review in accordance with Article VII of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions and any criteria established, adopted and revised from time to time (“Planning Criteria”) by the Architectural Review Board (the “ARB”). The Planning Criteria may include any matters considered appropriate by the ARB not inconsistent with the Declaration. No site work, landscaping, utility extension, drainage improvement, paving, driveway, swimming pool, pool enclosure, building, fence, wall, or any other physical or structural improvement on or to any Lot, or change or alteration to the exterior of any existing structure or improvement, including change in color scheme, or to any existing landscaping, shall be commenced, erected or maintained until the plans showing such details as the nature, size, design, workmanship, shape, finished grade elevation, height, materials and color of the same, together with a landscape plan and a plot plan showing the location relative to boundaries and adjacent improvements of such proposed improvements or changes, all as applicable, have been approved in writing by the ARB. It shall be the responsibility of each Owner at the time of construction of the Dwelling on that Owner’s Lot to comply with the approved construction plans for the Master Surface Water Management System on file with the District pursuant to Chapter 40D-4, F.A.C (Declaration, Article VII, Section 1, Page 15).

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1.4 Architectural Changes or Modifications

I. Plan Approval

A. Approval Required A homeowner wishing to make an exterior change or modification to his dwelling, unit, lot or parcel, which falls within the Scope of Architectural Review in section 1.3 above, must apply for and receive approval for such change or modification prior to start of the project.

B. Approval Not Required Notwithstanding the preceding paragraph, no application or approval is required for the following:

1. Interior floor, wall and window coverings, and interior decorating and remodeling,

2. Work performed on a public utility system by a public utility company, governmental entity or their agents,

3. Repair or like-kind replacement of an original item installed by the Developer (William Ryan Homes or Inland Homes), or existing improvement if its construction was previously approved by the Architectural Review Board,

4. Other improvements which are specifically exempt according to the applicable standards

herein.

Exemption from the approval requirements of these Standards is not authorization of work done in violation of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, these Standards or applicable laws or regulations.

II. Applications Each application for plan approval must include the following items. Any missing or incomplete information may delay review of an application.

A. Architectural Change Request (ACR) Form. Architectural Change Request (ACR) forms are available on the community’s website (www.pineridgecommunity.com) or a copy can be obtained by contacting the community’s property management company, Qualified Property Management, Inc. (QPM). A sample of the Architectural Change Request form is shown in Appendix A. This form must be completed and submitted for each improvement project. Please be advised that the Association can elect to charge an application fee for all ACR’s submitted to cover administrative costs at any time. Be sure to contact QPM to see if a fee is currently required prior to submitting all requests.

B. Plans Two (2) sets of plans, plot plans, drawings, specifications, and other pertinent information, shall be submitted to the ARB by the Owner. This should be done prior to applying for a building permit (if required). Plans shall reflect any and all proposed improvements or structure of any kind, the placement of which is proposed upon any Lot, together with a copy of any required governmental permits (other than a building permit). Examples of items that should be included without limitation are: any building, fence, wall, sign, site paving, grading, parking, and building additions, alterations,


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screen enclosures, sewer, drain, disposal system, decorative building, landscaping, landscape device or object or other improvement (Declaration, Article VII, Section 3, Page 15).

C. Samples Color samples or chips for all painting applications is required, and submission of product samples, pictures, or brochures of building materials and the colors proposed for use on any Lot, may be required for other types of applications. Additional information may also be required, as necessary, for the ARB to completely evaluate the proposed structure or improvement in accordance with the Covenants and the Residential Development Standards.

D. Grading Plan The existing surface water flows established by the developer shall not be disturbed by any lot improvement if at all practical. If existing flows are being altered at the lot boundary, the application must include a description of the changes in surface water flow that will result from the proposed improvement and a statement from a registered engineer with dominant practice in civil engineering that the changes in surface water flow will not cause significant adverse impact on adjacent properties.

E. Waiver of Liability None of Developer, the ARB or the Association, or any agent or employee thereof, shall be liable to anyone submitting plans for approval or to any Owner, occupant or guest of the Property by reason of, or in connection with approval or disapproval of any plans, or for any defect in any plans submitted, revised or approved in accordance with the requirements of the ARB, or for any structural or other defect in any work done according to such plans. Approval of plans, or any other approvals, variances or consents, are given solely to protect the aesthetics of the Property in the judgment of the ARB and shall not be deemed a warranty, representation or covenant that any action taken in reliance thereon complies with applicable laws, codes, rules or regulations, nor shall ARB approval be deemed approval of any plan or design from the standpoint of structural safety or conformity with building or other codes. Every person who submits plans for approval agrees, by submission of such plans, and every Owner or occupant of any Lot agrees, by acquiring title thereto or an interest therein, that it will not bring any action, proceeding or suit to recover any such damages (Declaration, Article VII, Section 6, Page 17).

III. Plan Review

A. Application Deadlines Completed applications together with all applicable information, (see Paragraph II above), are mailed or delivered to Qualified Property Management (QPM) at:

Qualified Property Management, Inc.

Administrative Office 5901 U.S. 19 Suite 7Q

New Port Richey, FL 34652 Attn: Enclaves At Pine Ridge Architectural Review Board

Upon receiving an application, QPM will date stamp the application ‘Received’. QPM will then draft and send a letter to inform the Owner their request has been received. Applications are not considered complete until accompanied by all of the information necessary for the ARB to make an informed decision. All requests must include an estimated completion date. The ARB has up to 30 days from the date a completed application is received to take action on that request. In the event the ARB fails to respond in writing to an application submittal or re-submittal within such period, the application shall be considered approved under the conditions as submitted or re-submitted.

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B. Approvals The approval process is intended to minimize hardship or undue delays, while preventing additions and modifications to property that would be costly to correct if done improperly or in violation of the Covenants or these Standards. Applications will be handled in the following manner:

1. Applications Received The ARB usually receives newly submitted applications from Qualified Property Management (QPM) on a weekly basis. In most cases, applications will be acted upon on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. However, if the ARB requires additional information, or needs to make a site visit to more clearly understand the proposed change, some applications may not be acted upon immediately.

2. Approval Process The ARB will refer to the Covenants and these Standards to determine the final disposition of the application. Applications will be returned either as ‘Approved’ or ‘Not Approved’. Proposed changes or modifications that fall within the written standards and guidelines shall be approved by any member of the Board or ARB. Those requests that do not meet the established criteria, or none currently exists, will automatically be returned as ‘Not Approved’ indefinitely or until written standards can be established to support the change request. Whenever the ARB disapproves plans, they shall specify the reason for such disapproval. In the case where no current development standard exists to handle the request, the ARB can decide to amend or add (by majority vote) additional development standards to support future requests. If the Standards are updated to support any previously denied requests, the Owner can re-submit an application for approval. Additionally, Owners can petition the ARB to consider development standards on any item of interest by forwarding such requests to the ARB through the property manager, Qualified Property Management.

3. Applications Returned After the ARB has evaluated an application, the application will be returned to QPM where the property manager will draft and send a letter to the Owner explaining the final disposition of the request and shall be accompanied by one (1) copy of the plans.

4. Requests Disapproved – Right to Appeal If the Homeowner wishes to appeal the ARB’s disapproval, an appointment for an appeal hearing may be made with QPM. The appeal will be heard by a committee consisting of:

• At least one member of the Association Board of Directors, The property manager, One member of the ARB, and a recording secretary appointed for the appeal.

• The committee on appeals will submit its recommendation to the Board of Directors within 14 days of its hearing.

• The final authority on appeals is the President of the Board of Directors after confirmation from the Board of Directors.

C. Violations The work must be performed strictly in accordance with the plans as approved. If any improvement or structure is constructed, changed, modified or altered without prior approval of the ARB, or any improvement or structure approved by the ARB is not constructed in accordance with the plans therefore as approved by the ARB, then the Owner shall upon demand, cause the improvement or structure to be restored to be removed, if no plans were approved therefore, or comply with the plans and specifications approved by the ARB, and the Owner shall bear all costs and expenses of such restoration, including costs and reasonable attorney’s fees of the ARB or the Association. If after plans have been approved, the improvements are altered, erected, or maintained upon the Lot other than as approved, the same shall be deemed to have been undertaken without ARB approval. After one (1) year from completion of any improvement, addition or alteration, said improvement shall, in

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favor of purchasers and encumbrances in good faith and for value, be deemed to comply with the provisions hereof unless a notice of such noncompliance executed by any member of the ARB shall appear in the Pasco County public records, or legal proceedings shall have been instituted to enjoin the noncompliance or to enforce compliance with these provisions (Declaration, Article VII, Section 4, Page 16).

D. Variances The ARB may grant variances from compliance with the architectural provisions of the Covenants or these Standards including without limitation restrictions upon height, size or placement of structures, or similar restrictions, when circumstances such as topography, natural obstructions, hardship, aesthetic or environmental considerations may reasonably require. Such variances must be written and signed by at least two (2) members of the ARB. The granting of any variance shall not operate to waive any of the terms and provisions of the Covenants or these Standards for any purpose except as to the particular Lot and the particular provision covered by the variance, nor shall it affect the Owner’s obligation to comply with governmental requirements (Declaration, Article VII, Section 5, Page 16-17).

E. Enforcement The Association shall have standing and authority to enforce in courts of competent jurisdiction the Covenants, the Development Standards, and the decisions of the ARB. Should the Association be required to enforce the provisions hereof by legal action, the reasonable attorney’s fees and legal assistants’ fees and costs incurred, whether or not judicial proceedings are involved, including the attorney’s fees and costs incurred on appeal from judicial proceedings, shall be collectible from the violating Owner. Should any Owner fail to comply with the requirements hereof after thirty (30) days’ written notice, the Association shall have the right but not the obligation to enter upon the Owner’s property, make such corrections or modifications as are necessary, or remove anything in violation of the Covenants or the provisions of these Standards, and charge the cost thereof to the Owner as an individual assessment. The Association, or their agents or employees, shall not be liable to the Owner or to any occupant or invitee of any Lot for any trespass or damages or injury to property or person for any action taken hereunder unless caused by gross negligence or international wrongdoing (Declaration, Article VII, Section 7, Page 17).

IV. Casualty Damage Repair

A. Casualty Damage Casualty damage means damage or destruction (beyond normal wear and tear or deterioration) caused by fire, flood, and hurricane or other natural or man-made cause.

B. Minor Damage Casualty damage which affects only furniture, equipment or wall, floor or window coverings may be repaired without application or ARB approval. Qualified Property Management must be notified of all other casualty damage with 3 working days following occurrence. Call 727-853-3736.

C. Emergency Repairs Emergency repairs required to temporarily prevent property loss or damage or bodily injury may be made without application, review or prior inspection.

D. Permanent Repairs Permanent repairs are considered remodeling work and must comply with these Standards like other additions, alterations or remodeling.

E. Structural Damage If casualty damage requires structural repair or replacement, a completed application with the

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required documents must be submitted and approved under the provisions of the Covenants and these Standards.

F. Complete within 120 days Casualty damage must be removed or restored as soon as feasible. Removal, repair or restoration must begin within 30 days and be completed within 120 days following the date of the casualty damage. Extensions of the time permitted for removal or restoration may be granted by the ARB upon a determination that timely completion of the cleanup or restoration is delayed due to legal investigation, a delay in obtaining insurance proceeds, or other matters beyond the control of the Owner.

V. Demolition

A. Definition For purposes of this Standard, demolition means the removal of all or substantially all of a dwelling or garage.

B. Fencing 1. Construction fencing must be installed around trees in the area of the demolition and access

route if tractors or other machinery are to be used in the work.

2. Perimeter fencing must be installed around the site if demolition will not be completed in 48 hours.

3. Security Barrier fencing must be installed and maintained in compliance of Residential Code

for all properties with in-ground swimming pools, hot tubs, or spas.

C. Completion Work must be completed within 10 days from commencement.

D. Safety The use of explosives or other means or devices which may cause damage to adjoining properties is prohibited.

E. Dust; Noise If the demolition causes dust which substantially impacts neighboring property, water must be used to restrict the dust. The work must be done during normal working hours.

F. Approval No application or approval is required for demolition carried out in compliance with this Standard.

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1.5 Requirements for All Improvements (General)

A. Access If construction work requires access through adjacent property (e.g. an open space reserve, drainage easement, adjacent or vacant lot), written permission from the property owner and a pre-construction photo of the proposed access route must be included with the Architectural Change Request application.

B. Applicant’s Lot All improvements must be located entirely on the applicant’s lot.

C. Default Architectural Guidelines This community was developed with the intent that homes harmonize with each other and present a pleasing and consistent style. Except as required by the Governing Documents, this style is not the result of a formal architectural code but rather the result of the vision of the original builders. In response to recent legislative changes, this community has created the development standards in this document and is continuing the process of adopting more detailed guidelines and standards. These Standards can be found in this section and in Part II. Where a specific standard has not yet been established, the following will apply:

“To ensure the preservation of the existing harmonious design and to prevent the introduction of design that is not in keeping with the community, the Board of Directors and the ARB hereby recognizes and adopts the style and form of the existing, as-built (and properly approved as otherwise required by the Governing Documents) as the standard. This standard shall continue in effect until the adoption and publication of new guidelines and standards.”

To be consistent with the above statement, Owners shall be permitted to use any of the architectural styles, setbacks, colors and color combinations, materials, roof pitches and doors and windows that are already in use within the community for comparable lot types. However, the Owner must still submit an application with the required documents and obtain approval from the ARB prior to making any improvements, additions, or changes to their Lot.

D. Architectural Compatibility In addition to the other requirements of these Standards, all improvements must be architecturally compatible. Architectural compatibility is a continuity or agreeable relationship of architectural style, mass, proportion, scale, materials, color and design detail with existing and planned improvements on adjacent properties and in the neighborhood.

Mass or massing is the visual relationship of architectural elements of various sizes to one another and to the immediate environment.

Proportion is the relationship of height to width, voids and solids, and the bulk of the structure relative to other nearby structures and parts of the whole.

Scale is the visual relationship of architectural and landscape elements to one another and to the immediate environment.

Colors and Materials, including siding, trim, doors, windows, gutters, downspouts, roofing, and all other architectural and site elements, must be in context with their environment.

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E. Setback Lines Setback lines are lines established by these Standards and the original Developer. There may be font, rear, and side setback lines. Certain improvements must comply with the setback lines for that lot. Please reference the appropriate Standard.

F. Building Code All improvements must comply with the Building Code. Where the other provisions of these Standards conflict with the Building Code, the Standards shall prevail.

G. Colors and Materials

1. Colors Colors which harmonize with the natural landscape are strongly encouraged. Muted shades are considered to be most appropriate. Gloss paint is not permitted. The property manager, Qualified Property Management, Inc. has a current chart of approved colors for the community. Appendix B is a list colors used by the Developer in the original construction of homes in The Enclaves At Pine Ridge.

2. Limited Colors and Materials Care should be taken to avoid the use of an excessive number of materials and colors. Colors and materials must be compatible with each other so as to develop a cohesive appearance for the dwelling appropriate to its architectural character and to the neighborhood. Generally speaking, the fewer the number of different colors and materials, the better the result.

3. Material Compatibility Construction materials must be compatible with the original architectural character of the existing dwelling and neighborhood. When enlarging, extending, or remodeling an existing improvement, the materials must be compatible with those of the existing improvement. Materials must harmonize with the natural landscape.

4. Roofing Roofing colors must harmonize with the natural landscape and community. Roofing must be muted shades, and without color pattern. The only acceptable roofing material is asphalt/composition shingles. The property manager, Qualified Property Management, Inc. has a current chart of acceptable roofing materials for the community.

5. Unacceptable Materials. Except as may be allowed by specific mention in a given Standard, unacceptable construction materials include, but are not limited to:

a) pneumatic vinyl structures b) asbestos cement board

c) polyethylene plastic sheets

d) corrugated metal or plastic

e) siding materials with high-gloss finish

f) reflective or “mirrored” glass

g) chain link or hog wire fencing

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h) wire, wire mesh, or wire-bound wood picket fencing

i) metal fence posts

j) asphalt paving

H. Complete Work within 120 days Construction of a new home and related improvements must be completed within one year of plan application and approval. All other construction must be completed within 120 days following plan approval. During any changes, improvements, or additions to a home-site, any damage caused to any adjacent lots or common areas must be repaired at the completion of the project at the Owner’s expense.

I. Drainage Structures; Master Surface Water Management System

1. Drainage Unless first approved by the ARB and the District (Brooksville Service Office, Surface Water Regulation Manager), no Owner may obstruct, alter or in any way modify the method and/or structures of drainage utilized or installed by Developer or the Association from, on or across any Lot, Common Property or easement area; nor shall any structure or material be erected, placed or maintained which shall in any way obstruct such drainage devices or facilities or impede their efficient operation. No elevation changes shall be permitted on any Lot which materially adversely affects the drainage of or to neighboring Lots or the Common Property (Declaration, Article IX, Section 11, Paragraph 1, Page 22).

2. Pond Vegetation Owners shall not remove native vegetation (including cattails) that becomes established within the wet detention ponds abutting their Lot. Removal includes dredging, the application of herbicide, cutting, and the introduction of grass carp. Lot Owners shall address any questions regarding authorized activities within the wet detention ponds to the District, Brooksville Service Office, Surface Water Regulation Manager (Declaration, Article IX, Section 11, Paragraph 2, Page 22).

3. Master Surface Water Management System No Owner of any Lot or other property within the Development may construct or maintain any building, Dwelling, or structure, or undertake or perform any activity in any portion of the Master Surface Water Management System, including, without limitation, the wetlands, wetland mitigation areas, buffer areas, upland conservation areas and drainage easements described in the approved District permit and recorded plat or plats of the Development, unless prior approval is received from the District’s Brooksville Regulation Department. Such prohibited activities shall include, without limitation, digging or excavation, depositing fill, debris or any other material or item, constructing or altering any water control structure, or any other construction to modify the Master Surface Water Management System. Each Owner within the Development at the time of construction of a building, Dwelling, or structure shall comply with the construction plans for the Master Surface Water Management System approved and on file with the District (Declaration, Article IX, Section 11, Paragraph 3 and 4, Page 22).

J. Easements Any improvement constructed within an easement without the consent of the easement holder is subject to removal by the easement holder. The only improvements which may be built or placed in an easement are fences (except in the case of access easements), pool or irrigation piping, landscape borders in the front yard (not exceeding 6 inches in height), air conditioning equipment, light poles, low voltage landscape lighting, side-lot walkways made of stepping stones, gravel or other loose materials (without concrete or asphalt), driveways where they must cross front yard easements and sidewalks where they must cross front or side yard easements to access the street, and

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approved yard structures. Swimming pool pumps, equipment or filters, and air conditioning equipment may be located up to 3 feet into a 7.5ft side easement or 2ft into a 5ft side easement, as applicable. Equipment pads in the easements may not extend beyond the encroachment of the existing air conditioning pad or no more than 3ft into a 7.5ft side easement or 2ft into a 5ft side easement. Improvements within an easement must not impede drainage.

K. Neighborhood Character Improvements must be consistent with and not adversely impact the neighborhood’s existing character.

L. Impact on Neighbors All structures must be located so as to minimize impact on neighboring properties.

M. Use Improvements are approved for their stated use only.

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PART 2

2.1 Home/Garage/Temporary Structures

A. Dwelling Size No Dwelling shall have a heated area of less than 1,400 square feet, exclusive of screened area, open porches, terraces, patios and garage. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 20a, Page 24)

B. Height No Dwelling shall exceed two (2) stories in height, nor shall it exceed thirty-five (35) feet in height. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 20b, Page 24)

C. Exterior Surfaces No Dwelling shall have exposed structural block on its exterior surfaces (front, sides, or back). (Declaration, Article IX, Section 20d, Page 24)

D. Setback Lines The dwelling and all additions or attached structures, with solid roofs or attached enclosed structures, may not extend beyond any applicable setback line. On a side street, a garage or garage addition must be set back at least 16 feet from the side property line and respect all other requirements established by these Standards.

E. Garages All Dwellings shall have at least a two (2) car garage and shall have direct access to the driveway. Garages shall not be enclosed for use as a living area. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 20g, Page 24)

F. Garage Doors/Garage Door Screening

1. Garage Doors must be wood, metal, or fiberglass, painted to match the body or trim color of the home. The structural strength and architectural style of the garage door must be compatible with existing ones in the community.

2. Garage Door Screens (if installed) must be able to cover the entire opening of the garage and have a white frame or be painted to match the body or trim color of the home. The screening material shall be any shade of gray or black that is dark enough to shield or obstruct the view into the garage when the garage door is left open.

G. Roof Projections No roof projections of any type other than roof vents, stacks, chimneys, skylights, small satellite dishes/antennae, and energy saving devices such as solar panels, shall be permitted and such devices must be located on the back or side-facing slopes only. All exposed roof accessories, including piping and brackets, must match or be compatible with the color of the roofing material and be consistent with the color and style existing in the community.

H. Screens and Screen Enclosures Screening material shall be any shade of Gray or Black. No screen enclosures will be permitted on the front or side of any home except as screening allowed on garages in Section 2.1.I.F above. Screen enclosures at the rear of the Lot must be attached to the dwelling and not extend further out than the sides of the home. The screen enclosure frame colors shall be White, Brown/Bronze, or

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Black. Screen/storm doors will be allowed to be installed at the front door provided: they are the full or 3/4 view or retractable style, they are painted the same color as the front door of the home where available (otherwise, the doors may be white or brown/bronze), and located within 4” of the front door. Muntins (or grilles) are acceptable provided the style matches the architectural style and color of the other windows on the Dwelling.

I. Sunrooms/Atriums Sun Rooms/Atriums are a structure attached to a residence that is part of the conditioned air space of the residence. The Sun Room/Atrium may only be installed at the rear of the home and shall not extend past the sides of the home. Frame construction may consist of vinyl, wood, or metal (aluminum or hot dipped galvanized steel). Frame color is to match existing window frames (White) or body color of home. Height of structure is not to exceed existing roof line. Glazing materials may consist of Glass, Plexiglas, Lexan, or Polycarbonate. Only clear or neutral tints less than 20% light transmittance are allowed. Roofs may match existing roof material of your home or you can use the glazing materials as defined above. NO Florida glass. Filler panels may not exceed 18” in height. The structure must be attached to the home.

J. Gutters and Downspouts Gutters and downspouts must be designed and installed so that water runoff does not adversely affect drainage on adjacent properties. The material can be PVC or aluminum. Gutters must be white or brown or painted to match as closely to the body or trim color of the home.

K. Window Coverings Window coverings must be consistent with the character of the neighborhood. Tinted glass is acceptable. Reflective, “mirrored” glass is not acceptable.

L. Storm Protection and/or Shutters Permanently installed hurricane protections allowed at The Enclaves At Pine Ridge shall consist of film and/or removable corrugated panels (Lexan or Aluminum) or fabric panels for the front and sides of the home. Roller or accordion type shutters will be permitted at the rear of the home only. Tracks, brackets, fastener points and covers will match the body color of the home. Roller or accordion types can be White. Safety film may be lightly tinted with neutral color only (no reflective/mirrored film). Other than film, hurricane protections may be utilized after the issuance of a hurricane watch and must be removed within 48 hours after the storm has passed and no longer presents a danger to the home. Hurricane protection may be used for severe weather as issued by the weather service in the same manner as above. Hurricane shutters are not to be used for security purposes. Plywood may also be used as temporary storm protection.

M. House Facades or Stone Accents Stone, Brick, or Wood in earth tone colors and comparable to existing structures installed by the Developer will be allowed. Bricks may be painted to match the trim color of the home, provided that the trim color is an ARB approved color (see House Exterior Colors in section N below). The Property Manager, Qualified Property Management Inc., has a copy of approved Façade/Stone Accent types.

N. House Exterior Colors Paint colors for all exterior surfaces, including the body, trim, garage door, and all exterior doors must be an ARB approved color. Approved colors are those colors originally used by the Developer and any others the ARB has added to the color pallet. No two adjacent homes will be permitted to be painted the same color. Appendix B, Approved Paint Colors, is a list colors used by the Developer in the original construction of homes in The Enclaves At Pine Ridge. The Property Manager, Qualified Property Management Inc., has a copy of the approved color pallet for all homes in The Enclaves At

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Pine Ridge.

O. Security Bars No security bar system may be installed on any window or door of any Dwelling in the Property (Declaration, Article IX, Section 26, Page 25).

P. Temporary Structures No building or structure of a temporary or portable character such as trailers, tents, shacks, storage units or utility sheds, inclusive of greenhouse structures and potting sheds, shall be permitted in the property except as temporary improvements used solely in connection with the construction of approved permanent improvements and removed immediately upon completion of such construction (First Amendment to Declaration, Article IX, Section 8, Page 1 and 2).

Approvals

Pre-Approvals Gutters, downspouts, garage doors, roof stacks and vents, storm doors, window and door screens, and window coverings which comply with these Standards, are pre-approved and require no application to the ARB if they conform to these Standards. ARB Approvals All projects, other than Pre-Approved projects, within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.1) must be approved in advance by the ARB.

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2.2 Wells No individual water supply system shall be permitted on any Lot without approval of the ARB, except as may be installed by the Association Developer for the purpose of irrigation associated with maintaining Common Property and Areas of Common Responsibility within the Development (Declaration, Article IX, Section 1, Page 20). Requests for the installation of a well must include the ΑPermit to Construct a Well≅ duly approved by the Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD), in addition to the required items on the ACR form. Drilling for any well MUST NOT commence prior to any and all approvals. Additionally:

• The well must be located at the rear of the property • Any exposed piping, controls or electrical devices shall be hidden by shrubs.

Approvals All projects within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.2) must be approved in advance by the ARB.

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2.3 Driveways/Sidewalks/Walkways

A. Driveway Maintenance Oil, paint, mold, stains, etc. shall be removed from concrete. If excessive staining cannot be removed from concrete driveways, then the owner shall be required to obtain ARB approval to use a tinted driveway surface stain after proper preparation methods are used, using an approved concrete stain sealant that closely matches the natural color of raw concrete. The ARB has chosen the H&C Concrete Stain product, available at Sherwin Williams, as the product of choice. The only approved colors at this time are: Aztec Sand (HC136) and Hint of Gray (HC156). Refer to Appendix D: Driveway Staining and Preparation for more details.

B. Driveway Materials All driveways shall be constructed of solid concrete or decorative pavers approved by the ARB (Declaration, Article IX, Section 20.e.). Driveways shall not be replaced by paving stones; however thin pavers or stamped concrete overlay (veneering) may be installed over the existing concrete driveway. Note: When driveways and entry walks are paved/veneered, the finish shall be the same. The Property Manager, Qualified Property Management Inc., has a list of ARB approved pavers.

C. Driveway Expansion The width of the driveway may be widened, subject to the following specifications:

1. No driveway expansion will be permitted beyond the external side lines of the garage except as originally installed by the developer.

2. The only material that may be used to widen the driveway is concrete, stamped concrete, brick, or concrete pavers. The colors of the pavers (or stamped concrete) must compliment the color of the home and be on the ARB’s approved color list.

3. If the Owner has previously changed the finish to their entry walk (See C. below), the entry walk must be replaced with the same paving stones as is used for the driveway extension.

D. Walkway Materials The finish of the entry walk connecting the driveway to the front of the house and the front stoop (also any step pads of any exterior side door) may be changed with the following approved materials:

1. Stained with “Concrete Colored” stain or stained “Stamped Concrete”;

2. Brick pavers;

3. Concrete pavers; and

4. Tile approved for outdoor use.

If the driveway has been extended with brick or concrete pavers, the Owner may only change the appearance of the entry walk and front stoop by using the same pavers (i.e. if a Owner used pavers to extend their driveway, they cannot tile or use decorative concrete to resurface the entry walk and front stoop).


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2.4 Patios and Patio Extensions Patios at the rear of the home can be extended out from the back of the home (in the same manner an in-ground pool patio would be constructed) towards the rear property line up to any access or drainage easement or rear property line, whichever is reached first. Additionally, the patio extension shall not extend beyond the sides of the home.

All patio and patio extensions shall be constructed of solid concrete or decorative pavers. A solid concrete patio can be finished with: “Concrete Colored” stain or stained “Stamped Concrete”; Brick pavers; Concrete pavers; and Tile approved for outdoor use.


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2.5 Air Conditioning Units No air conditioning equipment other than compressor units may be visible on the exterior of any Dwelling unless previously approved by the ARB, which approval may be based on the adequacy of screening of such equipment. Window or wall air conditioning units are prohibited (Declaration, Article IV, Section 10, Page 22). Compressors must be muted earth tone in color, standard residential size and design, and located in the Rear or Side Yard. Refer to Part 1.5.J, Easements, for further restrictions on compressor placement.

Approvals Pre-Approvals

Replacement of an existing air conditioning unit or its component parts is pre-approved and requires no application to the ARB as long as the replacement is at the location of the pre-existing unit, and the outside equipment is compatible in color with the dwelling.

ARB Approvals

All projects, other than Pre-Approved projects, within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.5) must be approved in advance by the ARB.

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2.6 Storage Receptacles No fuel tanks or similar storage receptacles may be exposed to view, and same may be installed in a screened area or buried underground (Declaration, Article IV, Section 6, Page 21). Storage receptacles will be installed on the side or back of the home only. Fuel tanks will be required to be buried and the top of tank shall be screened or located so as to not be visible from the street or any other lot. Water softeners, water filters/purifiers, etc. shall be screened or located so as to not be visible from the street.

Approvals

Pre-Approvals

Installation of Water Softeners is pre-approved and requires no application to the ARB if they conform to these Standards.

ARB Approvals

All projects, other than Pre-Approved projects, within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.6) must be approved in advance by the ARB.

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2.7 Exterior Electronic Devices/Satellite Dishes No exterior telecommunications, radio, microwave or television mast, tower, pole, wire, aerial, satellite receiving stations or dish, antenna or appurtenances thereto (if in excess of twelve (12) feet), nor any other exterior electronic or electric equipment, structures or devices of any kind may be installed or maintained in the Property without the prior approval of the ARB. Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, satellite dishes less than one (1) meter in diameter do not require the prior written approval of the ARB; provided, however, so long as reception is not impaired in such a way as to impair acceptable quality signal, the ARB shall have the ability to monitor the location of any such satellite less than one (1) meter in diameter and such dishes shall not be visible from the front of any Lot (Declaration, Article IV, Section 12, Page 22).

A. Location 1. All exterior electronic devices must be located in the back of the home or side of the home if properly screened or obscured from view. Small soffit mounted video surveillance cameras can be mounted at the front of the home for monitoring of driveway or front entrance of the home provided they match the color of the surface in which they are mounted.

2. Small satellite dishes must be located in the rear yard or attached to the back of the home, or attached to the home no less than half the distance back from the front façade on the side of the home or garage, home or garage roof, if satisfactory reception can be achieved. Satellite dishes may not be fixed to a fence. There may be cases where the Satellite dish must be mounted further forward than half the distance back on the side of the home to obtain a satisfactory signal reception.

B. Screening Small satellite dishes installed on the side yard adjacent to a side street must be screened from view from adjacent properties and street rights-of-way. In all cases, small satellite dishes must be located to minimize visibility from surrounding properties and street rights-of-way.

Approvals All projects within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.7) must be approved in advance by the ARB, except for satellite dishes less than (<) one (1) meter in diameter as allowed by the Declaration.

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2.8 Fences and Walls Except for walls constructed by Developer, there shall be no fence or wall permitted on any Lot unless it meets the requirements below and has been approved by the ARB as to size, material, color, location, etc. Landscape buffers may be required by the ARB on the outside of any fences and walls. All fences must be wood or PVC material simulating wood, and installed with the posts and supports on the inside. No fence or wall may be constructed in the following areas of any Lot: (a) between the street along the front of the Dwelling and a straight line being the extensions of the surface of the furthest set back portion of the front side of the Dwelling to each of the two side Lot lines; (b) between the street facing a side of the Dwelling and a straight line being the extensions of the surface of the furthest set back portion of the side of the Dwelling to the rear Lot line; or (c) in any drainage, landscape or other easement area shown on any plat of the Property or in any Wetland Conservation Area. (Any fence or wall within a drainage easement area must comply with Section 11 of Article IV in the Declaration (Declaration, Article IV, Section 16, Page 23).

A. Community Fencing Philosophy In general, fences or walls are not encouraged within the community except where they are integrated with the design of the principle dwelling and enhance the overall character of the community. Examples of this would be such as for visual enhancements to landscaping, areas requiring privacy or safety (ie. Swimming pools, garden courtyards), or for concealment of service areas (trash containers, mechanical equipment, etc.). Hedges and/or clusters of trees and under-story shrubs are preferred. Complete enclosure of rear yards by walls and/or fencing is also discouraged as the feeling of open space and the unity of surrounding area is an important part of reinforcing the natural character of the community. Where a proposed fence or wall is deemed by the ARB to be unnecessary or unsightly and detracting from the character of the community, a landscape screen in lieu of (or in addition to) a fence or wall may be required. Type of landscape materials used as fencing or screening must meet the requirements of section 2.11 below.

B. Screening Walls Mechanical and electrical devices, garbage containers, air conditioner units, pool equipment, and other similar objects shall not be visible from a public street or common area, neighbor’s or public view, or located on property boundaries, must be screened from view by masonry walls, pre-treated wood or PVC fencing (lattice may be acceptable here), or landscaping which is mature enough at planting to provide a substantial screening effect. Overall height of screening walls shall not exceed five (5) feet. Overall length should be kept to a minimum to accomplish the desired result. The width shall not exceed six (6) inches outside the concrete slab at the garage side door (if one exists) or 42” from the side of the Dwelling.

C. Fence and Wall Specifications The ARB has located and pre-established a community standard for three (3) fence types and a masonry wall that are the only acceptable standards for the Community. Appendix C, Approved Fence Types, illustrates the fence types. The Owner of the Lot on which the fence is installed shall be required to maintain all fencing in clean and good order condition. For natural fencing or landscape screening, this includes trimming, pruning, and maintaining all trees, shrubs, hedges, and associated landscaping. Should fencing and/or associated landscaping not be maintained as stated herein, or as required by the ARB approval, the Association may require the owner of the fence to remove it upon thirty (30) days written notice to do so. Any fence shall be constructed to connect to and with any existing fences on any neighboring Lot, unless otherwise specified and/or approved by the ARB. Nothing stated in this section shall be interpreted to mean that the ARB is required or obligated to approve a fence for or installation on any Lot, or that because a fence has been approved on a specific Lot, that it will be approved for installation on any other Lot.

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1. Privacy Fences Privacy Fences are those fences solid in nature and shall not exceed six (6) feet (as measured from the ground to the top edge of the fence), not including the fence post, and shall be made of PVC or rot-resistant wood. Fences shall conform to all manufacturers’ specifications. The approved fence styles shall be substantially similar in looks to those illustrated in Appendix C for Privacy Fences. Gates shall be in the same style and color as the fence type.

2. Side-yard Fences Side-yard fences are those fences solid in nature, similar in construction as Privacy Fences, but shall be a minimum of three (3) feet and shall not exceed four (4) feet in height (as measured from the ground to the top edge of the fence), not including the fence post, and shall be made of PVC only. Fences shall conform to the manufacturers’ specifications. The approved fence styles shall be substantially similar in looks to those illustrated in Appendix C for Side-yard Fences. Gates shall be in the same style and color as the fence type.

3. Amenity Fences Amenity fences shall be a minimum of three (3) feet and shall not exceed four (4) feet in height (as measured from the ground to the top edge of the fence), not including the fence post, and shall be made of PVC only. Fences shall conform to the manufacturers’ specifications. The approved fence styles shall be substantially similar in looks to those illustrated in Appendix C for Amenity Fences. Gates shall be in the same style and color as the fence type.

4. Masonry/Privacy Wall Walls can be utilized as an architectural statement, serve as planters or simply provide screening and privacy. Masonry/privacy walls may not be higher than six (6) feet and shall be constructed of eight (8”) inch concrete blocks and stucco’ed. Paint color shall match the exterior body color of the Dwelling. Painted non-stucco’ed concrete block walls are prohibited. Walls may be constructed of pre-colored brick or stone. The brick or stone shall be compatible with accents on the Dwelling. The use of decorative tile or stucco banding is encouraged to offer interest and architectural flair to walls.

D. Fence and Wall Locations The placement of a fence or a wall on a Lot has a direct impact on adjoining Lots and on the streetscape. This section addresses both the location each type of fence or wall is allowed on the Lot and, in addition, the type of fence that is mandated for certain Lots due to the impact of the fence or wall on adjacent Lots, amenities, or the streetscape. Special situations (such as: odd shaped Lots, access easement clearances, or obstacles) may require placing a fence in a location that deviates from these Standards and will be handled on a case by case basis by the ARB. Non-Amenity (Interior) Lots: All fence and wall types described above are permitted on non-amenity (interior) Lots, however, 6ft. Privacy fencing is the standard type on these Lots. Fencing must be placed along rear and side Lot lines and shall connect to the Dwelling no closer than ten (10’) feet from the front of the elevation of the Dwelling. Placement of a fence on the street side of a corner Lot shall be from the rear corner of the Dwelling to the rear Lot line as an extension of the furthest setback side of the Dwelling. Where 4 ft. Amenity or Side-yard fencing is used in conjunction with 6 ft. Privacy fencing, the Privacy fencing shall not extend past the rear line of the Dwelling and a transition piece must be used that slopes down from the Privacy fence height to the Amenity or Side-yard fence height within the first eight (8) feet. Lanais and pool enclosures do not count in this measurement. If a fence exists on an adjoining interior Lot, the new fence must attach to the existing fence regardless of its setback. When adjoining a fence to an existing fence on a corner Lot, special considerations shall apply. The ARB shall use the required site plan showing the location and the

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proposed attachment to the existing fence and the ARB shall make its decision on a case by case basis. Conservation Amenity Lots: In the case of Conservation Lots, all three (3) types of fences are permitted in the following manner:

1) Privacy fencing shall be used only on the side Lot lines from no closer then ten (10’) feet from the front of the elevation of the Dwelling and must terminate no further than then the rear line of the Dwelling when used in conjunction with the 4ft. Side-yard or Amenity specification. Pool enclosures and Lanais are not included in the measurement. At the point of termination of the Privacy fence, a transitional section shall be used that slopes down from the Privacy fence height to the Side-yard or Amenity fence height within the first eight (8) feet, and the remainder of the fence shall be the 4 ft. Side-yard or Amenity type. 2) Privacy fencing can be used on the side Lot lines from no closer than ten (10’) feet from the front elevation of the Dwelling all the way to the rear Lot line. (This method is discouraged as it tends to block the neighbors view of the conservation area) 3) Fencing along the rear Lot line (if desired to be installed) should be of the Side-yard or Amenity style as not to obstruct the view of the conservation area. 4) Amenity or Side-yard fencing can be used entirely along the side and rear Lot lines and attached to the Dwelling no closer than ten (10’) feet from the front of the Dwelling.

5) On corner Conservation Lots, placement of a fence on the street side of the Lot shall be from the rear corner of the Dwelling to the rear Lot line as an extension of the furthest setback side of the Dwelling.

Pond Amenity Lots: In the case of Lots adjacent to ponds or lakes, the only type of fence permitted from the rear line of the Dwelling to the rear Lot line and along the rear Lot line is the 4 ft. Amenity fence specification. Any of the three types of fences can be used on the side of the Dwelling from no closer than ten (10’) feet from the front elevation of the Dwelling to the rear line of the Dwelling. Placement of the Amenity style fence on the street side of a corner Lot shall be from the rear corner of the Dwelling to the rear Lot line as an extension of the furthest setback side of the Dwelling. If a six (6) foot Privacy fence I used for the sides of the dwelling, a transition section shall be used as described above.

E. Approved Fence Colors Approved colors are as follows:

1. Wood fences shall be painted to match the body color of the Dwelling only. The surface should be primed first, then painted with oil base paint. 2. PVC fences shall be White or Off-White (Tan) only. 3. Masonry walls shall be painted to match the body color of the Dwelling where stone accents are not used.


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2.9 Yard Accessories and Play Structures All yard accessories and play structures (such as climbing sets, forts, swing sets, and play houses), shall be located at the rear of the Dwelling, except that, in the case of Dwelling(s) on corner Lots, such accessories and structures shall be restricted to the side yard furthest from the side street and to that portion of the rear yard which is no closer to the side street than a fence would be permitted under Section 16(b) of the Covenants. Portable basketball structures are permitted at the front of the Dwelling or Lot only when in use and shall be stored in the garbage when not in use. No permanent basketball structures are permitted to be affixed to any Lot or Dwelling. (First Amendment to Declaration, Article IX, Section 17, Page 3) Yard structures include without limitation the following:

• Garden benches • Artwork • Decorative accessories, such as windmills wind vanes, wishing wells and bird baths • Fountains • Seasonal displays • Barbecue grills • Decorative trellis and arbors • Statues

Play structures include play forts, play houses, trampolines, swing sets, climbing apparatus, fixed skateboard ramps and other non-portable play structures or equipment, whether permanent or temporary.

A. Barbecue Grills Barbecue grills are not permitted in the front yard, and are permitted in the side yard only if screened from view from the front and side streets.

B. Seasonal Decorations Seasonal decorations may be displayed for a period not to exceed 6 weeks and be removed no later than 2 weeks after the applicable holiday period.

C. Fountain and Sculptures Each Owner may place a single fountain or sculpture in front of his/her home, subject to the following:

1. No fountain or sculpture shall exceed four (4) feet in height and three (3) feet in width or diameter. 2. All fountains/sculptures shall be constructed of concrete, stone, plaster, or granite. No Plastic fountains/sculptures will be allowed. 3. All fountains/sculptures shall be either natural concrete in color, or shall be a color which compliments the exterior color of the home. 4. All fountains/sculptures shall be placed in mulched/landscaped areas only when installed in the front or street facing side of Dwelling for corner Lots.

D. Lawn and Garden Ornaments Lawn and garden ornaments (no greater than twenty four (24) inches in any dimension) shall be permitted subject to the following guidelines and restrictions:

1. Each Owner is limited to five (5) garden ornaments within the front yard and five (5) within the side yard if home is located on a corner Lot. 2. Lawn and garden ornaments shall be constructed of concrete, stone, plaster, wood, resin, or granite. No plastic ornaments shall be allowed. 3. All lawn and garden ornaments shall be kept free of mold, mildew, moss, and sign of decay. 4. All lawn and garden ornaments placed at the front or street facing side on corner lots shall be

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in mulched/landscaped areas only (not on grass). 5. Ornaments depicting animals, birds, and the like shall be colored as near as possible to the natural color of the animal or bird.

E. Decorative Trellis and Arbors Trellis and Arbors used for supporting plants or for decoration must be placed within the roof overhang. Overall length should be kept to the minimum needed to accomplish the desired result.

F. House Art One decorative item may be affixed to the front facing side of the Dwelling (ie. Aztec suns, stars, sundials, etc.) but limited to no greater than thirty six (36) inches in any dimension. The number of decorative items on walls to the left and right of the front entryway to a Dwelling or front facing surfaces under roofed/covered porches shall be limited to five (5). These items must all be muted or earth toned only. No mirrored or bright reflective surfaces permitted. No art will be permitted in front facing windows visible from the street except for stained glass art that is conservative and appropriate in nature.

G. Water Features Water features placed at the front or street facing side on corner lots shall be in mulched/landscaped areas only (not on grass) and limited to no greater than 50% of the mulched/landscaped area.

H. Play Structures The number of play structures allowed on any lot is limited to three (3). Not more than one of each type of play structure will be permitted on any Lot. Additionally, play structures may not:

• be more than 12 feet in height above natural grade, • contain more than 100 square feet of non-elevated floored area (such as a play house), • contain more than a sum total of 72 square feet of elevated floor area, • contain more than 36 square feet for any single elevated floored area, • exceed 7 feet in height for any elevated floored area, as measured from natural grade.

Trampolines may not: • exceed 15 feet in diameter, • exceed 10 feet in height as measured from natural grade, • have banners displayed anywhere on them, • and trampoline accessories including, but not limited to, poles, padded covers, and

netting, must be muted shades.

Approvals Pre-Approvals Barbeque grills, seasonal decorations, fountains and sculptures, lawn and garden ornaments, decorative trellis and arbors, house art, and play structures less than five (5) feet in height, are pre-approved and require no application to the ARB if they conform to these Standards. ABR Approvals All projects, other than Pre-Approved projects, within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.9) must be approved in advance by the ARB.

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2.10 Pools Swimming pools may not be located in the front or side yard of any Lot, nor nearer than the Dwelling to any side street Lot line. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 19, Page 24).

A. Definition Swimming pool means any structure intended for swimming or recreational bathing, with a capacity for water over 24 inches deep, including in-ground, above-ground and on-ground swimming pools, hot tubs and spas.

B. Above-ground Above-ground swimming pools, including any external piping, must be screened from view by a 6 foot solid fence, wall, or continuous line of hedges where 6 foot fences are allowed. Since 6 foot fencing is not allowed on Lots adjacent to Pond/Lakes, above-ground pools cannot be installed on these Lots.

C. Pool slides Pool slides may not exceed 8 feet in height above natural grade and must be located to minimize impact on adjacent properties.

D. Permitting All swimming pools must meet all State and Pasco County regulations at all times. Construction or assembly of swimming pools in Pasco County, in most cases, requires a permit. After ARB approval for the installation of a swimming pool is granted, the Owner/Contractor shall inform the ARB of the permit number, once issued by the County.

E. Size In-ground and above-ground pool structures are limited to the width of the home and shall not be visible from the front of the Dwelling. This size limitation includes the patio slab or pool deck and any features associated with the pool. Piping, pumps, equipment or filters can be on the side of the home as long as they meet the easements requirements of Part 1.5.j, Easements.


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2.11 Lawn, Landscaping and Trees

A. Planting Bed Size Any homeowner wishing to add/remove or change the shape of planting beds (visible from the street or neighboring property) on his/her property must obtain prior approval from the ARB and is subject to the following conditions:

• No more than 50% or less than 15% of the front yard between the sidewalk and the Dwelling shall consist of planting beds (excluding the portion covered by driveway and walkways).

• No more than 50% of the side yard (if visible from neighboring property or street) shall consist of planting beds.

• No more than 50% of the back yard (if visible from neighboring property or street) shall consist of planting beds.

• All proposed additions of planting beds must compliment the home and enhance the aesthetic value of the property.

• Planting beds shall be around all air conditioning and pool/spa units with shrubbery or approved screening material concealing all sides of the unit(s) visible from the street.

B. Landscaping Plantings Proposed changes to landscape plantings do not require previous ARB approval if changes are made to existing plant beds. However, if the size of the planting bed(s) is changed along with the plantings, prior approval is required and requests shall contain detailed plans indicating any removal and relocation of trees, additional planting of trees, shrubs, and perennials. All plantings need to be of the type normally grown in Central Florida and locally available. Quantity, approximate size and types of plants should be identified. Annuals can be planted without ARB approval provided they are removed once dead.

C. Artificial Ground Covers Astroturf or other artificial ground covers, as well as asphalt, concrete, flag stone, gravel or crushed stone, are prohibited. Crushed rock, gravel, flag stone and rock may be considered, if used for pathways, drainage swales or edging, when used in limited amounts.

D. Vines Vines shall be permitted to grow on any Homeowner’s Lot, with the exception of lawns and growth over plants or trees, but must be kept manicured and trimmed.

E. Potted Plants Potted plants shall not be placed anywhere in the front or sides of the home visible from the street, except as follows: Potted plants shall only be permitted on concrete entries and walkways and shall be limited to four (4). Of the four (4) permitted, a maximum of two (2) shall be allowed to be placed in the front planting beds.

F. Mulch All planting beds shall be filled with either mulch or landscape rock. No bare dirt shall be visible around plantings. Mulch or rock is to be used as a surrounding effect in the planting beds and is not to be used to replace the plants themselves. The approved mulch materials are wood, rock, or rubber and must be earth-toned in color. Rocks must be natural in color.

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G. Edging The following landscape edging is allowed for edging planting beds:

• Black or green plastic edging is permissible only if properly installed. Plastic edging is properly installed if at least 40% of its height is buried in the ground and is secured by stakes.

• Brick or concrete edging stones. • Concrete curbing subject to the following conditions: only natural brick, natural stone, or

solid colors are permitted; Color must be earth tone and must compliment the exterior color of Dwelling.

All edging should not exceed six (6) inches in height or width. All proposed concrete curbing must be submitted for ARB approval and such requests shall include the type of curbing design along with a sample of the color of the proposed materials.

H. Sod and Lawn Specifications 1. Bahia grass is the standard type of in the community. Floritam/St. Augustine grass can be substituted provided that the immediate neighbors have given written approval for such installation. These approvals shall be submitted along with the request for ARB approval. 2. Over-seeding of locally available annual types of grass seed are allowed for Bahia lawns.

3. Grass shall not be permitted to exceed 6” in height when measured from the top of the soil to the top of the highest portion of the plant.

4. Grass shall not extend over concrete more than 2”.

5. Lawns shall be cut, trimmed, and edged in their entirety.

6. Grass clippings shall be swept up or blown back into the yard. Clippings shall not be blown into the street.

I. Trees and Tree Removal Except by Developer, trees measuring six (6) inches or more in diameter at three (3) feet or more above ground level shall not be cut or removed without the prior written consent of the ARB; provided, however, trees located within six (6) feet of the location of the Dwelling as approved by the ARB may be removed without prior approval. More restrictive arbor ordinances or environmental laws shall control in the event of conflict herewith. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 21, Page 24) Refer to Pasco County Permitting requirements for any Tree removal/replacement. Topping of trees is not allowed and is considered removal of the tree.

1. An Oak tree was originally planted by the Developer in the front of each homeowner’s house between the sidewalk and the house. This tree may be replaced by another type of tree. If replaced by another type of tree that will exceed a height of twelve (12) feet at maturity, prior approval from the ARB is required. 2. Any/all other trees planted on each homeowners property may be removed or replaced subject to the following conditions: The tree(s) must be replaced with a tree that exceeds (6) feet at maturity; All trees shall be lifted (branches trimmed) to a minimum of seven (7) feet where located over sidewalks and 12’ where located over streets; All branches below five (5) feet on any tree located in the front yard or street facing side yard on corner Lots shall be removed. 3. No Homeowner shall be permitted to plant trees which bear fruit or nuts, so as to be visible from the street or in a location where fruit or nuts will fall beyond the Homeowner’s property line. All such trees shall be planted in the rear of the home.

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J. Landscape Lighting Landscape lighting shall be permitted at the front of the Dwelling and any street facing side of the Dwelling on corner Lots, for the purpose of safety or aesthetics. Such lighting can be installed along walkways and planting beds, but shall not be permitted to line the sides of the driveway. All lighting fixtures must be maintained clean and in good repair. Any connections, wiring, or transformers must be hidden out of sight.

Approvals Pre –Approval Replacement plantings in existing plant beds, vines, potted plants, addition or replacement of mulch, plastic edging, brick or concrete block edging, seeding and replacement of sod “like-for-like”, over-seeding, and landscape lighting, are pre-approved and require no application to the ARB if they conform to these Standards. ARB Approval All projects, other than Pre-Approved projects, within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.11) must be approved in advance by the ARB.

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2.12 Ramps No skateboard or bicycle ramp or similar structure shall be permanently installed or maintained overnight on any portion of any Lot located forward of the rear wall of the Dwelling or adjacent to any side street. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 24, Page 25)

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2.13 Outdoor Furniture No furniture shall be allowed in front of the home, or on the sides of the home if visible from the street, except as provided herein. For those floor plans which provide a front porch or covered entry with sufficient room for furniture, such shall be allowed, subject to the following restrictions:

• No plastic or PVC furniture is allowed. • Furniture made of concrete, wood, wicker, or iron is permitted. • Furniture must be placed on the porch or entryway concrete only. • All furniture shall be kept in good repair and arranged in a neat fashion. No furniture shall be

stacked or placed on the front porch for storage. For those floor plans which provide a covered entryway only (no porch) with sufficient room for furniture, such shall be allowed, subject to the following restrictions:

• No plastic or PVC furniture is allowed. • Furniture made of concrete, wood, wicker, or iron is permitted. • Only one piece of furniture will be allowed and it must be placed on the covered entryway

concrete only. However, one park bench can be placed on a mulched plant bed surface to either side of the walkway, in lieu of being placed on the concrete surface under the covered entryway.

• All furniture shall be kept in good repair and arranged in a neat fashion.

Approvals Outdoor furniture installation is pre-approved and requires no application or approval if it conforms to these Standards. All other situations require advance ARB approval.

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2.14 Energy Saving Devices The Association shall be empowered to adopt rules governing the type of clotheslines, solar collectors, solar heating panels and other energy-saving devices that may be permitted on any Lot and establish reasonable restrictions relating to safety, location and maintenance thereof. Clotheslines permissible pursuant to the rules of the Association may only be installed in a rear yard location, not visible from the street or neighboring property. This restriction and all rules promulgated pursuant hereto shall be construed so as to not conflict with, or violate the terms of Section 163.04, Florida Statutes. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 28, Page 26)


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2.15 Flags No flags, banners, or pennants or similar items may be displayed where visible from the roadway adjacent to the Lot except one (1) United States flag and one (1) United States armed services flag, each of which are portable, removable and are displayed in a respectful manner and otherwise consistent with the Association’s rules and regulations. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 29, Page 26) Flags shall be displayed on a portable single pole attached to the front of the Dwelling. The pole and flag must be capable of being removed in no more than ten (10) minutes by one (1) person. The maximum size of a flag is 4’-6” X 6’-0”.

Approvals United States and United States armed services flags are considered pre-approved and require no application or approval if they conform to these Standards. All other situations require advance ARB approval.

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2.16 Mailboxes and Posts

A. Types/Modifications Mailboxes must remain of the same type and color as originally placed by the Developer and kept in good repair. Posts shall be made of 4” X 4” White PVC material only. Posts shall display the emblem of the Enclaves At Pine Ridge on both sides of the box support and shall not be repainted, except as needed to correct any signs of wear or damage. When repainted, the original color (White) shall be used. The box itself shall be constructed of white PVC or aluminum painted white. Additionally, no other modifications shall be made to the mailbox or post. No stickers or other such items may be secured to the face of the mailbox. Only the house number shall be displayed on the sides of the box support. No mailbox letters shall be placed on the mailbox. The mailbox and post height shall not exceed five (5) feet above grade.

B. Plantings around mailbox Plantings shall be allowed to grow around the base of the mailbox to the extent such plantings are not allowed to grow higher than the bottom of the mailbox post and are kept trimmed and manicured. Plants shall not come within one (1) inch of the door to the mailbox. Plantings shall be provided with mulch at the base of the plants of the same material used at the font of the Dwelling.

Approvals Replacement mailboxes, posts, and any plantings around the mailbox post, are pre-approved and require no application or approval if they conform to these Standards. All other situations require advance ARB approval.

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2.17 Exterior Lighting (This section does not apply to holiday lighting and decorations- See Seasonal Decorations in section 2.9.B above) Exterior lighting shall be permitted, subject to the following guidelines:

• Each home shall have no more than two (2) coach lights on the front of the Dwelling. • Flood lights are only permitted in front of the home if located on the outside corners of the

home, pointing in a direction toward the rear of the home. • For homes on corner Lots, flood lights shall be allowed on the street-side of the home only if

pointed so as not to shine directly into the street. • Lighting shall not be directed onto any adjacent properties. • No lighting fixture may create glare or a level of illumination that is offensive or inappropriate

when viewed from adjacent properties. • Lights mounted on buildings or poles to provide general lot illumination are not permitted at

the front of the Dwelling. • One post light may be installed at the front of the Dwelling provided that it matches the style

of the coach lights on the home and the post height does not exceed eight (8) feet above natural grade. The post light must be located between the sidewalk and front of the Dwelling. All wiring must be buried out of sight. This type of lighting shall be approved by the ARB prior to installation.

• Landscape up or down lighting used for the purpose of security or aesthetics shall be allowed at the front of the home provided the lamps themselves are not visible and the fixtures blend into the landscape. This type of lighting shall be approved by the ARB prior to installation.

Approvals All projects within the scope of this Standard (Section 2.17) are pre-approved and require no application to the ARB if they conform to these Standards. All other situations require advance ARB approval.

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2.18 House Numbers To aid emergency personnel, delivery people and to conform to Pasco County ordinances, each house must have a readily visible number. The numbers shall be located over the garage door or near the front entrance to the front door, in a location clearly visible from the street in front of the home. Said numbers must be black, gold, or white in color, in stark contrast to the material the numbers are attached to. The overall height of the number shall not exceed six and one half (6-1/2) inches nor be less than four (4) inches in height. For reasons of safety, numbers in script are not permitted. House numbers shall also be permitted to be painted on the street curbing in reflective white with a black background color for contrast without the need for prior ARB approval.

Approvals House numbers are pre-approved and require no application or approval if they conform to these Standards. All other situations require advance ARB approval.

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2.19 Signs No signs, advertisements, billboards, solicitation or advertising structures or materials of any kind shall be placed upon any Lot; provided, however, the following shall be permitted:

• House numbers displayed in accordance with section 2.18 above. • One contractor sign not to exceed six (6) square feet may be erected on a Lot by contractors

performing construction or remodeling work, and must be removed within 48 hours following completion of work.

• One sign advertising that the property is for sale or rent displayed in the front window of the Dwelling only and shall be limited to six (6) square feet in area. The sign must be removed within seven (7) days following the close of sale or rental of that property.

• One open house sign, in addition to the For Sale sign, shall be permitted with the same restrictions as the For Sale or For Rent sign, during the time the Dwelling is open for Public inspection only.

• Two safety-related and/or welcome signs (and the like) placed on or within 12 inches in front of the Dwelling or front of fence that do not exceed one (1) square foot each.

• One temporary, self-standing, youth activity safety sign placed in the area of the Lot between the sidewalk and street, provided it is removed daily.

The Association may enter upon the Lot and remove any sign which violates this section. No signs shall be permitted to be displayed on or within vehicles parked on or kept within the Property visible from the outside, including without limitation lettering or display on a vehicle used in a trade or business. The prohibition on signs displayed on or within vehicles shall not apply to the temporary parking of commercial vehicles used for construction or repair services, pick-up and delivery services and other commercial services being provided to a Lot and/or Dwelling which do not remain overnight. This section shall not apply to Developer or to any Builder doing business in the Property provided that any such Builder first obtains Developer’s written approval of any such structures or materials prior to installing same, such approval to be granted or denied by Developer in Developer’s sole discretion. Such rights of the Developer and residential Builders shall survive the turnover of control of the Association to the Class “A” Members and shall continue for so long as the Developer or any such Builders owns any Lots within the Property. (Second Amendment to the Declaration, Article IX, Section 9, Page 2).

Approval Signs are pre-approved and require no application or approval if they are a listed exception above and conform to these Standards. All other situations require advance ARB approval.

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PART 3

3.1 Business Use

I. Business In The Home

A. Requirements for Approval A home business may be approved by the Board of Directors only if:

1. The lot and improvements are used primarily for residential purposes by the business owner/operator, 2. The street address of the home business is not advertised in a public medium (newspaper, radio, television, yellow pages, trade journals, etc.) or in any public manner, 3. Not more than 25 percent of the floor area of the dwelling or 50 percent of the floor area of the garage is used for a business related activity (storage of materials or equipment, office use, etc.), 4. The home business does not employ or contract with persons not living at that location, but who work at or travel to the home in connection with the business, 5. The home business does not have clients, customers or other persons, who frequently travel to the home in connection with the business, 6. The home business does not cause noise, dust, light, vibration, odor or pollutants which emanate onto any adjacent property in an amount which does or may reasonably constitute a nuisance to an adjacent property owner, 7. The home business does not have trucks with a licensed or rated capacity greater than one ton, tractor-trailer cabs or trailers, or other business vehicles, equipment or supplies openly parked or stored upon the property or adjacent streets or properties, 8. The home business does not have any sign or other writing on the lot displaying the name or identity of the home business which is visible from any street, 9. The home business is not conducted upon any portion of the lot which is visible from a public or private street, and 10. The home business is compatible with and does not infringe upon the residential character of the surrounding neighborhood.

B. No Waiver Approval of a home business is not an approval of any remodeling work, or a waiver of any other provision of the Covenants or these Standards. Plans must be submitted to the ARB and approved for any remodeling or alterations to any structure. The provisions of the Covenants and these Standards regarding: good property maintenance, parking, the requirement for a two car garage, maximum Living Area, etc., must be met at all times. Commercial type businesses are not permitted.

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APPROVALS All home businesses must be reviewed and approved in advance by the Board of Directors. Upon review of home business, approval will be for a period not to exceed two (2) years or for a period as determined by the Board of Directors. The home business is subject to revocation if a violation of these Standards occurs.

II. GARAGE SALES

A. Definition A garage sale is any sale to the public of household or personal articles or other goods or merchandise, held on a Single Family Lot. Garage sales include events advertised as a “garage sale”, “patio sale”, “moving sale”, “yard sale”, “estate sale”, “craft sale”, “craft demonstration”, “trunk sale”, “by invitation only sale” or other similar term.

B. Prohibited Garage sales are prohibited and no variances from this Standard will be approved. However, the Board from time to time may arrange for a community-wide garage sale for one day only, and advertised as such, to allow Owners to get rid of unwanted but usable household items. This exception will be the only permitted deviation from the garage sale prohibition.

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3.2 Use and Rentals Lots shall be used for single family residential purposes only. Owners may rent or lease Dwellings for periods of at least thirty (30) days and not in excess of one (1) year provided that (a) the Owner delivers thirty (30) days’ prior written notice of the lease or rental to the Association, together with a copy of the written lease or rental agreement; (b) the tenant completes such informational form as may be required by the Association and Owner delivers the same to the Association prior to commencement of the tenancy; and (c) the Association shall have the right to enforce its rules and regulations and the restrictions set forth in this Declaration against such tenant and the Owner but without any obligation to do so against tenant, such enforcement being the sole responsibility of the Owner. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 18, Page 24)

A. Single Family Clarification For the purpose of clarification of the above paragraph, a single family shall be defined as Two Adults and their children. Furthermore, the number of occupants in the household shall not exceed two per bedroom. The number of bedrooms shall be those rooms in the home designed by the Developer/Builder as a space for sleeping and contains a closet space.

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3.3 Home Maintenance

A. Owner Responsibility Each Owner shall keep and maintain the building improvements, including Dwelling, and landscaping located on that Owner’s Lot in good and presentable condition and repair consistent with the approved plans therefore, and shall otherwise keep such Lot and all improvements located thereon in neat and attractive condition. To the extent not included in the areas required to be maintained by the Association pursuant to Section 4 of this Article (in the Declaration), each Owner shall, at the Owner’s expense, grass over, mow and keep free of trash and debris, on a routine basis, those portions of the Master Surface Water Management System located on that Owner’s Lot (whether or not included in a platted drainage easement). When required, major repairs to, and major maintenance and reconstruction of, components of the Master Surface Water Management System will be performed by the Association, at Common Expense. Each Owner shall grass over, mow and keep free of trash and debris, on a routine basis, the unpaved portion of any platted street(s) abutting the Owner’s Lot. Each Owner shall be responsible for the maintenance, operation and repair of the swales on the Owner’s Lot. Maintenance, operation and repair shall mean the exercise of practices, such as mowing and erosion repair, which allow the swales to provide drainage, water storage, conveyance or other stormwater management capabilities as permitted by the District. Filling, excavation, construction of fences or otherwise obstructing the surface water flow in the swales is prohibited. Landscape maintenance shall include without limitation irrigation, fertilization, weeding, mowing, trimming, spraying for insects and disease, and periodic replacement of damaged or diseased plantings. (Declaration, Article VIII, Section 1, Page 18)

B. Sidewalks All sidewalks shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of Pasco County. Each Owner shall be responsible to maintain, repair and replace the sidewalk abutting his or her Lot. Such maintenance, repair and replacement shall be at the sole cost and expense of the affected Owner. In the event an Owner shall fail to maintain the sidewalk abutting his or her Lot in a manner satisfactory to the Association, the Association may undertake necessary maintenance, repair or replacement of the sidewalk in accordance with the provisions of this Article. In no event shall the maintenance, repair or replacement of any sidewalk within the Development be an obligation of Pasco County. (Declaration, Article VIII, Section 2, Page 18)

C. Pumping and Draining The Owner of any Lot which includes or is adjacent to any pond, creek, bay head, or other body of water shall not reduce the depth or size of said body of water by pumping or draining therefrom. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 23, Page 25)

D. Excavation No clearing or excavation shall be made except incident to construction, maintenance or repair of an improvement; and upon completion thereof exposed openings shall be back-filled, and disturbed ground shall be leveled, graded and covered with sod or seeded in accordance with the approved landscape plan. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 15, Page 23)

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3.4 Garbage and Trash

No trash, garbage or other waste material or refuse shall be placed or stored on any part of the Property except in covered or sealed sanitary containers. All such sanitary containers must be stored within each Dwelling or placed within an enclosure or concealed by means of a screening wall approved by the ARB. Except for normal construction debris on any Lot during the course of construction of the Dwelling, no weeds, garbage, refuse, or debris of any kind shall be placed or permitted to accumulate upon any portion of the Property. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 5, Page 20) Collection. All trash, garbage and refuse shall be placed for pickup not earlier than the evening preceding pickup, and all containers for garbage and refuse shall be returned no later than the evening of pickup to their normal, hidden location. Except for normal construction debris on any Lot during the course of construction of the Dwelling, no weeds, garbage, refuse or debris of any kind shall be placed or permitted to accumulate upon any portion of the Property. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 22, Page 25)

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3.5 Obnoxious or Offensive Activity No activity or use shall be allowed upon the Property which is a source of annoyance, embarrassment or discomfort to Owners or their tenants or invitees, or which interferes with the peaceful possession and proper use and enjoyment of the Property, nor shall any improper, unsightly, offensive or unlawful use be made of any Lot, Dwelling or the Common Property, and all the laws and regulations of applicable governmental bodies shall be observed. The Property shall be used, enjoyed and occupied in such manner as not to cause or produce any of the following effects discernible outside any Dwelling; noise or sound that is objectionable because of its volume, duration, beat, frequency or shrillness; smoke; noxious, toxic or corrosive fumes or gases; obnoxious odors; dust, dirt or fly ash; unusual fire or explosive hazards; vibration; or interference with normal television, radio or other telecommunication by other Owners. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 2, Page 20)

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3.6 Pets Birds, fish, dogs, cats, reptiles, insects and all other non-human organisms, (collectively, “Animals”), may be kept as pets only, and shall not be held or offered for sale or maintained or bred for any commercial use. Livestock, including but not limited to horses, cattle, poultry and pigs, specifically are not allowed as permitted Animals. Animals shall be sheltered inside Dwellings and the total number of Animals per Dwelling shall be limited to three (3). No separate or exterior shelter for Animals shall be permitted. All Animals must be kept in a fully fenced area or leashed when outside and shall not be permitted to run loose. No Animals shall be permitted to remain on the Property if it or they disturb the tranquility of the Property or the Owners or tenants thereof, if it or they are unlawful, dangerous, annoying, or a nuisance to or destructive of wildlife, or if it or they are specifically excluded from the Property by the Board after notice and hearing. Where more restrictive than the foregoing, all applicable leash laws shall be complied with at all times within the Property. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 4, Page 20) Cleanup of Animal Excrement. Animal waste must be removed from the Lot as required by good animal husbandry, and to control odor and prevent a health hazard. Owners shall prevent their Animals from depositing excrement and/or urine on any Lot other than the Owner’s Lot. Additionally, the Owner shall be responsible to cleanup any excrement deposited on Common Property or Adjacent Properties and as required by Pasco County leash laws.

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3.7 Vehicles, Trailers & Boats No vehicle may be parked on the Property except within garages or on paved streets and paved driveways. No inoperative vehicles shall be allowed to remain on the Property in excess of forty-eight (48) hours unless kept in an enclosure and not visible from the street or any other Lot. No commercial vehicles, except those present on business, shall be parked on any part of the Property. For purposes of this provision, “commercial vehicles” shall mean cars, trucks or any other motorized vehicles, and trailers that may be attached thereto, which are used primarily for business rather than personal purposes. No trailers, boats, campers, trucks, mobile homes, motorized recreational vehicles or motorcycles may be parked in the Property unless parked inside the garage. (Declaration, Article IX, Section 7, Page 21)

A. Definitions 1. A recreational vehicle is a motorized vehicle, including a motor home or truck camper, which is designed to provide temporary living quarters for recreation, camping, travel or business use. Excluded from the definition of a recreational vehicle are pick-up trucks with a licensed capacity of 1 ton or less with a camper cover that does not exceed the height of the cab by more than one (1) foot. 2. A trailer is any vehicle designed or intended to be coupled to or drawn by a motor vehicle. 3. A mobile home or trailer home is any type of trailer designed either for travel over the highways or for housing accommodations or both.

B. Open Storage Prohibited 1. Trailers, trailer homes, recreational vehicles, mobile homes, farm-type tractors, boats, semi-truck tractor or trailer or other similar vehicles or equipment may not be parked forty-eight (48) consecutive hours or more on any street or on any Lot where visible at ground level from a street or adjacent property.

2. Vehicles with a licensed capacity in excess of one (1) ton may not be parked on any Lot or in the Property except during periods of pickup or delivery or if parked in the garage. Motor vehicles which are disabled, not currently licensed or registered, or are otherwise inoperable on a public street, may not be parked on any street or at a location where visible at ground level from any street or adjacent property. 3. Not more than one truck or van with a licensed capacity of less than (<) one (1) ton, used primarily for family or household purposes, may be openly stored on the Lot for more than 30 days. 4. Parking of recreational vehicles or trailer homes of visiting friends or relatives is permitted for not more than 10 days and the parking of such vehicles shall be limited to the driveway of the Lot. 5. Periodic movement of the vehicle for the purpose of circumventing this Standard does not comply with this Standard.

C. Garage Storage Trailers, trailer houses, recreational vehicles, mobile homes and boats may be stored in a garage providing that such storage does not result in the displaced automobile(s) being parked outside the boundary of the Lot.

D. Parking on Hard Surfaced Areas All vehicles parked on a Lot must be parked on concrete or other approved hard surface material. Parking on lawns, ditches, open space areas, or other dirt, gravel or grassy areas is prohibited.

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E. Parking on Streets Parking on streets or in the street right-of-way shall be avoided and such parked vehicles are subject to being issued traffic violations. Any vehicle parked on the street shall be removed, as a minimum, by 10 PM and shall not be allowed on the street prior to 6 AM daily.

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Part 4 Appendixes Appendix A: Architectural Change Request Appendix B: Approved Exterior Paint Colors Appendix C: Approved Fence Types Appendix D: Driveway Staining and Preparation

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Architectural Change Request Qualified Property Management, Inc.

5901 U.S. 19 Suite 7Q New Port Richey, FL 34652

Phone: 727-869-9700, Fax: 727-869-9825

A. Homeowner(s) Information Owner(s) Name: _______________________________________________________ Lot#: __________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________(Hm./Work/Cell) Email: _____________________________________ Please select one of the following that categorizes your project to be reviewed: ___ ADDITION ___ ALTERATION ___ REPLACEMENT ___EXCLUSION/VARIANCE

B. Description: (Please provide as many details as possible} ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ if more space is needed or required please attach additional sheets as necessary. C. Required Details (Must provide 2 copies of one or more of the following):

____Sketches ____Drawings ____Clippings ____Catalog Illustrations ____Material Samples ____Brochures ____Other Pertinent Items

D. Attach 2 copies of your lot survey/plot plan. Mark on the survey the area or areas where the work is going to be done. (Exterior re-painting or paint changes may exclude this item but must include all paint samples and areas to be used) E. Time Frame: Anticipated Start Date ___/___/_____ Anticipated Completion Date ___/___/_____

Note: All projects are expected to be completed in a reasonable amount of time. The ARB understands that weather and contractor circumstances do arise. Please keep us informed if your project begins to fall more than a week behind schedule.

F. Contractor Information. OR ____ Homeowner Self Install Company___________________________________ Address____________________________________ City/State__________________________________ Phone_____________________________________ Contact Name_______________________________ License #___________________________________

Appendix A

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G. Homeowner(s) Acknowledgement: It is recommended that you review the Declarations of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (including any amendments) provided to you or available on our website (www.pineridgecommunity.com) for a complete description of your responsibilities regarding Architectural Review Board requirements and submittals. Please mail or drop off your completed application to our office at:

Qualified Property Management, Inc. Administrative Office 5901 U.S. 19 Suite 7Q

New Port Richey, FL 34652 Attn: Enclaves at Pine Ridge Architectural Review Board

You will be notified in writing with the decision made by the Association and/or the Architectural Review Board. Pursuant to the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions, your application process may take up to thirty (30) days. Please plan accordingly. If approval is granted, it is not to be construed to include approval of any County or City Code Requirements. A building permit from the appropriate building department is needed on most property alterations and/or improvements. It shall be the sole responsibility of the owner to determine whether a permit is required. The Association and/or the Architectural Review Board shall have no liability or obligation to determine whether such improvement, alteration, or addition complies with any applicable law, rule, regulation, code, or ordinance. As a condition precedent to granting approval of any request for a change, alteration, or addition to an existing basic structure, the applicant, their hires and assigns thereto, hereby assume sole responsibility for the repair, maintenance, or replacement of any such change, alteration, or addition. IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT MY HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION AND QUALIFIED PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, INC. ARE NOT REQUIRED TO TAKE ANY ACTION TO REPAIR, REPLACE, OR MAINTAIN ANY SUCH APPROVED CHANGE, ALTERATION, OR ADDITION, OR ANY STRUCTURE AND OTHER PROPERTY. THE HOMEOWNER AND ITS ASSIGNS ASSUME ALL REPONSIBILITY AND COST FOR ANY ADDITION, CHANGE, AND ITS FUTURE UPKEEP. I (we) agree not to commence with any change, alteration, additions, and/or improvements to the dwelling/lot as stated above until the Association or the Architectural Review Board notifies me in writing of their decision. I further acknowledge that I am responsible for removing and restoring any alteration not approved by the Association or the Architectural Review Board to its original state. ____________________________________________ ____________________________ Owner’s Signature Date ____________________________________________ ____________________________ Co-Owner’s Signature, if Applicable Date For Office Use Only

ACTION TAKEN By the Reviewer, the Association/Architectural Review Board

Date:_________________ _____Approved _____Not Approved Conditions of Approval/Disapproval:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Signatures: __________________________________ ____________________________________

Board Member 2nd Board Member (for Variances)


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Appendix B Approved Exterior Paint Colors

1. Body: Panda White SW6147 16. Body: Svelte Sage SW6164 Trim: Accessible Beige SW7036 Trim: Ancient Marble SW6162 Door: Refuge SW6226 Door: Reddened Earth SW6053 2. Body: Panda White SW6147 17. Body: Universal Khaki SW6150 Trim: Softer Tan SW6141 Trim: Nacre SW6154 Door: Renwick Rose SW2804 Door: Rookwood Blue Green 3. Body: Morning Sun SW6672 18. Body: Universal Khaki SW6150 Trim: Inviting Ivory SW6372 Trim: Wool Skein SW6149 Door: Oakmoss SW6180 Door: Aurora Brown SW2837 4. Body: Morning Sun SW6672 19. Body: Nonchalant White SW6161 Trim: Dover White SW6385 Trim: Useful Gray SW7050 Door: Baked Clay SW6340 Door: Morning Fog SW6255 5. Body: Argos SW7065 20. Body: Nonchalant White SW6161 Trim: Shoji White SW7042 Trim: Useful Gray SW7050 Door: Granite Peak SW6250 Door: Roycroft Pewter SW2848 6. Body: Argos SW7065 21. Body: Olympus White SW6253 Trim: Reserved White SSW7056 Trim: Pure White SW7005 Door: Riverway SW6222 Door: Naval SW6244 7. Body: Macadamia SW6142 22. Body: Olympus White SW6253 Trim: Moderate White SW6140 Trim: Gray Screen SW7071 Door: Roycroft Bronze Green SW2846 Door: Renwick Heather SW2818 8. Body: Macadamia SW6142 23. Body: Sands of Time SW6101 Trim: Softer Tan SW6141 Trim: Nice White SW6063 Door: Canyon Clay SW6054 Door: Black Magic SW6991 9. Body: Compatible Cream SW6387 24. Body: Sands of Time SW6101 Trim: Classical White SW2829 Trim: Sand Dollar SW6099 Door: Rookwood Dark Green SW2816 Door: Fired Brick SW6335 10. Body: Compatible Cream SW6387 25. Body: Perfect Greige SW6073 Trim: Vanillin SW6371 Trim: Popular Gray SW6071 Door: Caribbean Coral SW2854 Door: Roycroft Pewter SW2848 11. Body: Wool Skein SW6148 26. Body: Perfect Greige SW6073 Trim: Dover White SW6385 Trim: Spalding Gray SW6074 Door: Quartersawn Oak SW2836 Door: Snowbound SW7004 12. Body: Wool Skein SW6148 27. Body: Sawdust SW6158 Trim: Relaxed Khaki SW6149 Trim: Ramie SW6156 Door: Black Emerald SW2936 Door: Red Bay SW6321 13. Body: Svelte Sage SW6164 28. Body: Practical Beige SW6100 Trim: Moderate White SW6140 Trim: Pacer White SW6098 Door: Eminent Bronze SW6412 Door: Arresting Auburn SW6034 14. Body: Sensible Hue SW6198 29. Body: Balanced Beige SW7037 Trim: Antique White SW6119 Trim: Wool Skein SW6148 Door: Fireweed SW6328 Door: Stunning Shade SW7082 15. Body: Biscuit SW6112 30. Body: Softer Tan SW6141 Trim: Realist Beige SW6078 Trim: Tony Taupe SW7038 Door: Rare Gray SW6199 Door: Cordovan SW6027

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Appendix C Approved Fence Types

Privacy Fence – PVC Board on Board Type.

Side Yard – PVC Closed Picket Type.

Side Yard – PVC Open Picket Type.

Privacy Fence – PVC Shadowbox Type. Privacy Fence – Wood

Board on Board Type.

Side Yard – PVC Scalloped Picket Type.

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Appendix D Driveway Staining and Preparation

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