Improvement Requiring ARC Approval
  • Improvement Requiring ARC Approval

    It is the homeowner's responsibility to ensure that all Improvements to their property align with the current approved Standards. Changes to a property that do not meet current Standards are subject to a Covenant Violation. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • The ARC, individual ARC members, the Genesee Foundation nor any assigns shall be liable for damages to anyone submitting plans to them for approval, or to any Owner or applicant by reason of mistake in judgement, negligence or nonfeasance arising out of, or in connection with, the approval or disapproval or failure to approve any plans, specifications or descriptive documentation. Every applicant who submits plans or descriptive documentation to the ARC for approval agrees, by submittal of such documents, that they will not bring action or suit against the ARC, individual ARC members, the Genesee Foundation or assigns to recover damages.

    You are advised to not enter into any construction contracts, schedule work or expend money related to construction in advance of your project until you have the written approval of the ARC (see Section IV: E of the Standards).

    Commencement of construction is considered acceptance of all conditions. Submission of ARC form(s) constitutes permission for ARC member(s) to access property from the date of submission until the Owner’s Notice of Completion is approved.

    Owner acknowledges that by submitting this request Genesee Foundation has the authority to stop any work in violation of the procedures set forth in the Governing Documents, to stop any work not in compliance with the approved final submittal, and to require correction and/or removal of any non-complying work at Owner's expense.

    The Genesee ARC is subject to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act open meetings laws. You should keep a copy of this submittal for your files.

  • A/C Units, Heat Pumps, Mini-Splits, Compressors

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: B and H of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Address Signs

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: A of the ARC Standards as well as the Genesee Foundation Sign and Flag Policy (HOA Policies and Guidelines). Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Letters and numbers will be * inches high. 

  • The color(s) of the letters and numbers will be * . The color(s) of the background will be .

  • The face area of this sign will be a total of * square feet.

  • The height of this sign will be * feet from the ground.

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  • Decks, Railings, Stairways

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: E of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Fenced Areas: Boundaries, Dog Runs, Fences, Hedges, Invisible Dog Fences, Temporary Landscape Fencing, Wildlife Barriers

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: L and T of the ARC Standards. Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website). Note: Maximum area must not exceed 600 square feet. Only one fenced area per residence is allowed.
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  • Hard Surfaces: Driveway, Driveway Extensions, Patios, Walkways

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: R of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Exterior Lighting

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: K of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Hot Tubs, Saunas

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: H and S of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Landscaping

    Before completing this form, review Section VII: B. 7 and Section IX of the ARC Standards. It is recommended that homeowners schedule a Courtesy Review prior to creating plans, hiring contractors, or making decisions for landscaping improvements. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
  • Does this landscape design include any of the following? If yes, a separate form  must be submitted.

    • Deck: Gound level
    • Fence: New, Replacement, Repair
    • Hard Surface: Walkway, Steps, Patio
    • Lighting: Landscape or Step Lighting
    • Retaining Wall: New, Replacement, Repair
    • Yard Art
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  • Additions, Expansions (Including Garage Expansions), New Dwellings

    Before completing this form, review Section VII; Section X: A, B, C, D; Section XI; Section XII of the ARC Standards. Homeowners must use a licensed Architect and must schedule a Pre-Design Meeting. Homeowners should also verify all building and zoning restrictions with the Jefferson County Planning and Building Department before proceeding with any design work. Note: Notice of Commencement Form must be filed with the ARC when construction begins.
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  • Survey must include:

    • Topography (Contours) at a maximum of two (2) foot intervals   
    • Existing building structure(s), including retaining walls, dimensioned to at least 2 Lot (property) lines
    • Locations and elevations of adjacent roads and driveways
    • Locations of rock outcroppings
    • The location of trees affected by the proposed Improvement(s)
    • The location of any significant trees or grouping of trees elsewhere on the site.                  
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  • The Site Plan must include:

    • The location of new construction dimensioned to at least two (2) Lot lines
    • Locations of all corner site stakes
    • Existing and proposed topography in the area of new construction at maximum of two (2) foot contour intervals
    • Grading plan showing existing and proposed topography
    • Locations of all utilities
    • All easements, setbacks, no-build and height-restricted zones
    • Structure height relative to existing grade
    • Existing driveway location and proposed alterations 
    • Finished floor elevations for entry, basement and walkouts
    • Location of construction parking, dumpsters, construction trailers, construction material/excavated soil storage and portable toilets.
    • Limits of construction site disturbance as well as means of erosion control
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  • Architectural Plans must include:

    • Exterior Elevations at same scale as floor plans with both existing and proposed grade lines labeled 
    • Building/Site Cross Sections indicating existing and proposed grades as well as maximum building height(s) indicated from the highest natural grade contiguous to the building
    • Photographs of all staked corners of proposed addition showing context to the existing home as well as the site and adjacent residences. 
    • Floor and roof plans
    • Exterior details including chimneys, stairs, decks (including railings and supports)
    • Exterior finish materials and colors to be notated on the exterior elevations
    • Exterior lighting plan and manufacturer spec sheets for all proposed exterior lighting, including fixture finish and color
    • Manufacturer spec sheets for all windows, doors and garage doors (including finish, color, texture and glazing)

    Note: A sample board of all exterior finish materials may also be required

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  • NOTE: All ancillary improvements, such as fenced areas, play equipment, enclosures, yard art, landscaping, exterior lighting, driveway, etc. must be submitted separately. 

  • Notice of Commencement (Additions, Expansions, New Dwellings)

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  • Notice of Completion

    All homeowners are required to file this Notice when an Improvement project is completed. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Awnings, Shade Structures

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: D of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Exterior Finishes: Paint, Siding, Stain, Stucco

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: I of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Play Equipment

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: U of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Roofs

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: X of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Yard Art, Wall Art

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: BB of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Solar Installations

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: Z of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Windows, Doors, Garage Doors

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: F, P and AA of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Enclosures Other Than Fences (Under Deck Storage)

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: G of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
  • Enclosures may not extend farther than 15 feet from the Dwelling.

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  • Gutters, Downspouts

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: Q of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Exterior Finishes: Stone Veneer

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: J of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Pools Note: Outdoor pools are highly discouraged

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: V and Section IX: A, B, and C of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Exterior Equipment: All Mechanical and Utility Systems

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: H of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Retaining Walls

    Before completing this form, review Section II: 5 of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Antennas

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: C of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Satellite Dishes Exceeding 40" in Diameter

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: Y of the ARC Standards. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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  • Flagpoles

    Before completing this form, review Section VIII: K and N of the ARC Standards. Also, read the Genesee Foundation Sign and Flag Policy. Note: Submittals must be received no later than noon on the Friday prior to the ARC meeting (deadline and meeting dates may be found on the Community Calendar on the Genesee Foundation website).
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