An Exterior Alteration Application must be submitted for screening of any kind. As noted in a number of architectural guidelines, the RHAC may require landscape or fence screening as part of, but not limited to the following exterior alterations: antennas and satellite dishes, basketball units, clotheslines, compost piles, dog houses, driveways, vegetable gardens, heating and air conditioning units, hot tubs and whirlpools, lawn ornamentation, patios and walkways, play equipment, pools, sheds and storage units.

While there are numerous types of shrubbery and fencing material that would screen a structure, the RHAC may recommend a certain width, height and type of landscaping/fencing material for a particular alteration. An example of a width and height requirement is that shrubbery be as tall and wide as the object at the time of planting, or another example would be a tree at least 6 feet tall (these are merely examples). The RHAC may recommend a deciduous or coniferous type, whichever is more appropriate. Please pay particular attention to their recommendation.

It is the resident's responsibility to provide a landscape plan for screening, when needed. Many local nurseries are quite helpful with landscaping ideas. The village Covenant Advisor will also be of assistance, if needed.

Application Requirements:

Submit a site (plat) plan including a scale drawing of the object to be screened and the location, variety, width, height and description of landscape screening. The description should include the size of the tree/shrub at planting and the projected size at maturity. Include any existing landscape and or fences. With regard to fences used as screening, please include the material of the fences as well as the height, style, materials, and color. Please refer to the "Fencing Guidelines" for additional requirements.