Mountain Vista Metropolitan Architectural Submission/ Application Form

Make sure your attachments include ALL of the following information:

• A completed Submission Form
• A description of the project, including; height, width, depth, materials, colors, etc.
• A complete materials list of the project, including; paint samples and/or stain color
• A picture or drawing of the intended/ existing project (sketches, clippings, catalog illustrations, and other data or links to the website)
• A site plan showing the location of the house along with any other structures on your lot and the proposed structure (including dimensions from the property line or other structures see below examples):

I understand:

• That no work on this request shall commence until I have received the approval of the Architectural Control Committee (ACC).
• Any construction or alteration to the subject property prior to the approval of the Architectural Control Committee is strictly prohibited. If I have commenced or completed any construction or alteration to the subject property and any part of this application is disapproved, I may be required to return the subject property to its original condition at MY OWN EXPENSE. If I refuse to do so and the District incurs any legal fees related to my construction and/or application, I will reimburse the District for all such legal expenses incurred.
• That any approval is contingent upon construction or alterations being completed in a neat and orderly manner.
• That there are architectural requirements covered by the Covenants and a board review process as established by the Board of Directors
• All proposed improvements to the property must comply with city, county, state, and local codes. I understand that applications for all required building permits are my responsibility. Nothing herein shall be construed as a waiver or modification of any codes. My signature indicates that these standards are met to the best of my knowledge.
• That any variation from the original application must be resubmitted for approval.
• That if approved, said alteration must be maintained per the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for the Ventana Community.
• This alteration will not detrimentally affect the proper drainage of any common areas or surrounding lots. I will be responsible at my expense to correct any drainage problems to such areas that may occur as a result of this work or alteration. Additions or alterations must not affect the grades, swales, and drainage patterns established by Builder which assure that any water falling on the property surrounding the Residence whether from natural precipitation or lawn irrigation, will flow positively away from the Residence. I will be responsible at my expense for any damage caused to my house resulting from grading modified by this work or alteration.
• The Builder/Applicant acknowledges and agrees that the Committee and Association assume no liability resulting from the approval or disapproval of any plans submitted. The Committee and the Association assume no liability and make no representations regarding the adequacy or quality of any submitted plans or whether such plans comply with any or all governing authority requirements. The Committee's review, comments, and/or approvals do not relieve the Builder/Applicant of their responsibility and obligation to comply with the Master Declaration, Master Design Guidelines, or Subdivision Guidelines as applicable. The Builder/Applicant agrees to grant the Association accesses to property at any reasonable hour to inspect for compliance issues.
• It is the duty of the owner and the contractor employed by the owner to determine that the proposed improvement is structurally, mechanically, and otherwise safe and that it is designed and constructed in compliance with applicable building codes, fire codes, other laws, or regulations, and sound practices. Your association, the ACC Committee, and any employee or member thereof, shall not be liable in damages or otherwise because of the approval or non-approval of any improvement.

I certify that the above information is an accurate representation of the proposed improvements and that the work will conform to applicable codes, covenants, and standards. I also certify that the improvements will be completed in accordance with the approved application. I understand that construction is not to begin until approval has been received from the Architectural Control Committee. The Architectural Control Committee has permission to enter the property to make inspections, as they deem necessary.

REVIEW PROCESS – Your association's governing documents stipulate the amount of time the ACC may take to render a decision (which is 30 days). However, the ACC will make every reasonable effort to expedite the review process. Applications will be reviewed during the timeframe for completeness and the ACC may request additional information to help clarify your proposal.

APPLICATION – The application must be accompanied with necessary documents, photos, drawings, brochures, and information necessary to present to the ACC. Property owners must sign the application. The contractor’s signatures for property owners will not be accepted. Modifications are not permitted to commence until the modification has been reviewed and approved by the ACC.

NOTIFICATION - All owners will be notified in writing once the request has been approved or denied.

APPEALS – If your association allows appeals of an ACC Committee decision, requests must be based on the association documents and timeframes stated by the documents.