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SAUNDERS MEADOW, INC. OVERVIEW OF CONDITIONS, COVENANTS AND RESTRICTIONS (CC&Rs)
In an effort to familiarize new owners and remind current owners of the CC&Rs and Bylaws of the Saunders Meadow, Inc. homeowner association, we have provided below a summary of some important features in the documents.
• No exterior architectural changes or additions can be made without prior approval of the Board of Directors, and must be done in compliance with Riverside County codes and regulations.
• Exterior materials and colors shall be compatible with the natural forest that we live in. Earth tones, soft browns and greens are encouraged. White trim is prohibited. This provision also pertains to all sheds and propane tanks.
• Wood pile tarps should be brown in color and are available at many hardware stores. Blue tarps are not permitted.
• No fences are permitted with the exception of a small dog run (guidelines adopted by the Board on November 13, 1993) which must be approved by the Board.
• Each owner has the responsibility to maintain their own property and comply with all fire regulations
• Cutting down of live trees is only permitted with the prior approval of the Board. Several recent fire abatement programs have involved the removal of trees – again all with the approval of the Board. The Board has also approved the removal of any dead or dying trees.
• Use of the property is limited to residential purposes and only one residential unit is permitted for each property.
• Rental of any property is limited to 30 days per year. This prohibition can be waived by the Board with a finding of financial hardship.
• Annual assessments are to be paid by each property owner. Late fees will be assessed for delinquent dues.
• If you have a question or issue with a neighbor, please make an effort to contact her or him to resolve the matter. The Board should only get involved after both parties have made a good faith effort to solve the issue.
The above list is not intended to be complete or exhaustive. If you have questions about these matters, please consult the full documents, a Board member or an advisor. You should have received a set of the CC&Rs and Bylaws from your escrow officer. If you did not receive a copy, please contact us at Saunders Meadow Inc., P.O. Box 390, Idyllwild, CA 92549
Full text of Article VI of CC&Rs
~ARTICLE VI USE RESTRICTIONS ~
Section 1
All lots shall be used for residential purposes. All lots shall be used, improved and occupied in accordance with the uses prescribed by the County of Riverside under Zoning Classification R-5.
Section 2
No new buildings, and/or other new external additions to existing buildings shall be erected, placed or altered on any lot until the construction plans and specifications and a plan showing the location of the structure having been approved by the Board of Directors or designated committee of the Association as to harmony of external design with existing structures and as to location with respect to topography and finished grade elevation. Not more than one residence, garage and woodshed shall be permitted on any one lot.
Section 3
No noxious or offensive activity shall be carried on upon any lot, nor shall anything be done thereon which may be or become an annoyance or nuisance to the neighborhood. The use of chain saws before the hour of 8:00 a.m. should be restricted.
Section 4
No structure of a temporary character, i.e., trailer, recreational vehicle, pasement, tent, shack, garage, barn or other out building shall be used on any lot at any time as a residence either temporarily or permanently.
Section 5
No derick or other structure designed for use in boring, mining or quarrying for oil or natural gas or precious minerals shall ever be erected, maintained cr permitted upen any lot in said tract.
Section 6
The Association owns and maintains its water system. The system is adequate only for normal household use. Any other use shall be at the discretion of the Water Committee. There will be no outside watering or waste water in any way. All lines are to be drained and main valves turned off whenever the owner leaves. There will be no tampering with valves other than those situated on each owners lot. Any major leak or trouble in the water system shall be reported to the Water Committee or a member of the Board of Directors of the Association. Use of water is contingent upon the owner being in good standing with all dues, fees and assessments paid. Excessive use of water may lead to suspension of service. The former private water system is no longer owned or maintained by SMI, all properties are now serviced via meters individually by Fern Valley Water District.
Section 7
There shall be no sub-division or splitting of any lots, or the creating of new lots from the common area.
Section 8
The use of bright-colored mortar or stucco, corrugated iron, tar paper, or cobblestones will not be permitted. Stains are preferable to paints for outside wood surfaces. The natural wood color may be retained or stains may be colored to produce a neutral brown or weathered gray. Where paint is required, soft browns and greens are preferred. Window and door casings and other outside trim must harmonize with the background and should not present strong contrasts. No white trim will be allowed.
Section 9
Stone, brick, or concrete block chimneys must extend to a solid ground foundation with adequate footing below froatline, and must be of fireproof construction lined with flue tile or fire brick. All exposed surfaces must be in keeping with the exposed building foundation. Factory-built chimneys and fireplaces shall be Underwriter’s Laboratories listed and installed in accordance with the UL listing.
Section 10
The following roof coverings are acceptable: For high-pitched roofs and other wood shingles, composition shingles (mineral-surfaced and asbestos), tile, fiberglass and other flexible materials. For low-pitched or flat roofs, composition or built-up roofing with a gravel topping is permitted. Corrugated metal, single-ply roll roofing, or tar paper is not permitted. Roof colors must harmonize with the walls. Flat metal or aluminum must be painted an approved color and kept painted.
Section 11
Acceptable spark arresters shall be installed on chimneys and flues. The roofs of all buildings shall be kept clear of leaves and other flammable material. All stoves, heating systems, and electrical wiring shall comply with the building and electrical codes of the National Board of Fire Underwriters and Rivetside County. The need for, location of, and details incident to firelanes and other area fireproofing will be prescribed by the Association. Open fires are prohibited.
Section 12
Natural forest conditions will be preserved to the fullest extent. Tree pruning and clearance will be held to the minimum and may be done only under the direction of the Association. Urbanlike flowerbeds and mowed lawns are not desired. Walks must be gravel or native stone; and the use of painted or whitewashed rocks or trees and other types of decorations foreign to the natural environment are not approved.
Section 13
No more than one sign will be permitted for each residence. Text will be limited to the owner’s name and or name of residence. Over-all dimensions will be the minimum required to present the text in letters of reasonable size. Only rustic, routed type signs with painted letters and stained background will be permitted. “Private Property” or “No Trespassing” signs will not be permitted. All signs are subject to the approval of the Board of Directors of the Association.
Section 14
Each owner of a lot in said tract agrees for himself, his heirs, assigns or successors in interest, that he will permit free access by owners of adjacent or adjoining lots to slopes or drainage ways located on his property which affect said adjacent or adjoining lots, when such an access is essential for the maintenance of permanent stabilization on said slopes or normal maintenance of the drainage facilities for the protection and use of property other than the lot on which the slope or drainage way is located.
Section 15
Each owner of a lot in said tract agrees for himself and his assigrs that he will not in any way interfere with the established drainage pattern over his lot from adjoining or other lots in said tract, and that he will make adequate provisions for proper drainage in the event it is necessary to change the established drainage over his lot. For the purposes herein, “established drainage” is defined as the drainage which occurred at the date of recording hereof.
Section 16
Each owner has the responsibility for the general maintenance and cleanliness of his lot, including removal of leaves, needles, dead branches, etc. to the distance prescribed by local fire department regulations. All garbage and rubbish shall be hauled to the Riverside County Disposal Area. There will be no burying of rubbish or garbage.
Section 17
No turkeys, geese, chickens, rabbits, goats, cattle, horses, mules, ducks or any other animals usually termed farm animals or bees shall be kept or allowed to be kept on said property.
Section 18
Cutting of trees, native shrubs and plants, alive or dead, is prohibited except with permission of the Board of Directors of the Association.
Section 19
This is a game refuge . Firing of guns is prohibited and dogs must be kept on a leash or under control at all times.
Section 20
No fences shall be allowed.
Section 21
Owners and their guests shall restrict their use of motorcycles and other vehicles to dedicated roads.
Section 22
No commercial enterprise shall be conducttd from any cabin residence or other building in this tract. Vehicles with commercial signs shall not be parked or stored within the tract.
Section 23
The lots shall be used for residential purposes. They shall not be used commercially. For purposes of this paragraph, rental of a lot for more than a total or thirty (30) days in a calendar year shall be deemed to be a commercial use. Any advertising or any listing of the lot with a real estate broker for rental purposes shall be deemed to be commercial use. Upon the showing of hardship or necessity, the Board of Directors of the Association may relieve an owner of the provisions of this section.