Please retain these Standards as part of your permanent papers. You are obligated to make these standards available to any renters of your home. Even if you rent you, as the homeowner, are still responsible for architectural violations on your lot. You are also obligated to notify PPM, Harrington Grove’s Property Management Company, of your current mailing address.

When you desire to make an application, we request that you duplicate copies of the form attached at the rear of these standards. No request for a change will be considered if not submitted with the application form and appropriate exhibits.

Please return completed applications to PPM at the address shown on the application form. Applications will be stamped by PPM with the date received. The application will be duplicated and mailed to the Architectural Committee for review. The date received by PPM will be the first day of a 30-day review period during which the board is required to render a decision of the application.

Please read and follow these standards. You MUST obtain approval IN WRITING from the Architectural Control Committee BEFORE the start of any exterior change. The Architectural Control Committee (“Committee”) may take up to 30 days to act on an application.

Therefore, do not commit labor or materials or begin any exterior change to your home until you have received written approval.

Your adherence to these guidelines will ensure that you will receive a response to your application at the earliest possible date.

The Harrington Grove Community Association’s Board of Directors, herein referred to as “Board” and the Board’s Architectural Control Committee, herein referred to as “Committee” or “Architectural Committee” present the following Standards designed to assist homeowners and tenants in complying with the Declaration requirement (Article VII) of obtaining prior approval for exterior changes on any property in Harrington Grove. It is the intended effect that these standards should cause an equitable and consistent handling of all applications for Architectural Committee approval.

All neighborhoods in Harrington Grove have their own restrictive covenants. ALL HOMEOWNERS AND TENANTS ARE ADVISED TO CONSULT THE NEIGHBORHOOD RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS APPLICABLE TO THEIR LOT, AS THERE ARE VAIATIONS BETWEEN THE NEIGHBORHOOD COVENANTS. One of the purposes of these Standards is to provide clarity and uniformity between the neighborhood covenants. He Neighborhood restrictive covenants and the Declaration supersede and control over any conflict with these Standards. Be sure to check your neighborhood covenants for more specific details.

All exterior changes defined in the Declaration, the respective neighborhood restrictive covenants, and in these Standards require prior Architectural Committee approval. At any time the zoning codes of the City of Raleigh are more restrictive they will supersede all guidelines, neighborhood or master covenants. All applications are approved with the implicit condition that the owner or owners or their contractor obtains any and all permits required by the city of Raleigh. If such permit is not obtained, the change will be considered not to have been approved. The Association will not be in any way held liable for any fine, damage or injury incurred by reasons of the failure to obtain permits as required by law.

II. POLICY

In a planned community such as Harrington Grove, the question naturally arises as to how to maintain a harmonious, quality development as the community matures. The following standards attempt to provide a meeting ground between private interests and the broader interest of the Harrington Grove Community.

Maintenance of design quality is controlled through the strict application for the guidelines established in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions of the Harrington Grove Community Association, Inc. recorded in Book 4012, Page 6 of the Wake County Registry. The Declarations and neighborhood restrictive covenants run with the land and are binding on all homeowners and renters and should be fully understood. The fact that each homeowner is subject to these Covenants should assure all homeowners that the standards of design quality will be maintained thus enhancing the community’s overall environment and protecting aesthetic appeal.

The Declaration establishes an Architectural Committee comprised of 3 or more representatives appointed by the Board of Directors. Article VII of the Harrington Grove Declaration requires the Architectural Committee’s prior written approval of any exterior change, addition or alteration to any property. Such changes include any building, fence, wall or other structure that may be added or altered. It further requires that the plans, specifications and location showing the nature, kind, shape, height, and/or materials be approved in writing to ensure harmony in external design and location in relation to surrounding structures and topography. Each property owner should read the Declaration and their neighborhood restrictive covenants to obtain a full understanding of the Architectural Control Requirements.

The Architectural Committee is charged with conducting the review of all applications for exterior changes and rendering a decision to the applicant in writing within 30 days of receipt of the application. If an application is denied, the applicant may appeal to the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors may reverse or modify the Architectural Committee’s decision by a majority vote of the Board. If the Architectural Committee fails to approve or disapprove a request for a change with 30 days after receipt of the application, then approval will not be required and Article VII of the Declaration will be considered to have been waived.

The standards, which follow, are the procedures and guidelines applied b the Architectural Committee and the board to assist the Association and its members in the design review process. It is hoped that these Guidelines will serve as a positive tool to assist each homeowner in the full and free use of their property in a manner consistent with the aesthetic and harmonious development of the Harrington Grove Community.

III. RESPONSIBILITY

HOMEOWNER

Homeowners are responsible for maintenance and upkeep of their properties, even if they rent to tenants. They cannot transfer responsibilities for maintenance of grounds or upkeep of the properties to tenants. In the absence of appropriate maintenance or upkeep to any property, the association is authorized to hire, at the homeowner’s expense to be collected as an assessment, a maintenance contractor to make repairs to all structures or to maintain the grounds necessary to bring the property into compliance with the declaration, the neighborhood restrictive covenants and these standards.

IV. GUIDELINES

Notes: Throughout this document the term “changes” shall include additions and deletions.

TYPES OF CHANGES, WHICH REQUIRE SUBMITTAL

The Architectural Committee’s prior approval is required for ANY CHANGE in the exterior of a property pursuant to Article VII of the Declaration, the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants, and these Standards. Section 2a of Article VII of the Declaration is shown in its entirety below.

(Insert from Declaration)

Article VII

ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL

Section 2 Controls

No building, fence, or other structure shall be erected, placed, or altered, nor shall a building permit for such improvement be applied for on any Property in Harrington Grove until the proposed building plan, specifications, exterior color or finish, plot plan, (showing the proposed location of such building or structure, drives, and parking areas) shall have been approved in writing by the Declarant or by the architectural Committee of the Association. In addition, Declarant further may require prior written approval of a landscape plan. Declarant further reserves the right to promulgate and amend from time to time Architectural Standards and construction specifications for specific neighborhoods and areas or for all Properties within Harrington Grove and such Architectural Standards and Construction Specifications shall establish, define, and expressly limit those standards and specifications which will be approved in said neighborhoods and areas or within the Properties, including, but not limited to, architectural style, exterior color or finish, roofing material, siding material, driveway material, landscape design, and construction technique. Declarant may refuse approval of plans, location, exterior color or finish, or specifications that Declarant determines to be not in harmony of external design, construction and/pr location in relation to the surrounding development. No alteration in the exterior appearance of any building or structure shall be made without prior written approval by the Declarant. In the event approval of such plans is neither granted nor denied within thirty (30) days following receipt by the Declarant of written demand for approval, the provisions of this paragraph shall be thereby waived.

This requirement applies to every homeowner’s private property. The Association for the non-exclusive benefit of all of the homeowners owns the Common Areas, and no improvements or alterations can be made on the Common Areas.

V. REVIEW CRITERIA

The Architectural Committee expects the majority of all architectural changes will be addressed by the detailed guidelines to follow. The Architectural Committee must review change requests in accordance with the requirements contained in the Declaration and applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants and may review change requests in the context of the standards in the following sections.

LANDSCAPE AND ENVIRONMENT

The exterior change must not unnecessarily destroy or blight the natural landscape or the achieved man-made environment.

RELATIONSHIP OF STRUCTURES AND ADJOINING PROPERTY

The proposed change should relate harmoniously to its surroundings and to existing buildings and terrain that have a visual relationship to the change.

PROTECTION OF NEIGHBORS

The interests of neighboring owners and tenants should be protected by making provisions for such matters as surface water drainage, sound and sight buffers, preservation of views, light and air, and other aspects of design, which may have substantial effects on neighboring homes. The Architectural Committee will consider the various and appropriate criteria and exercise discretion in determining which of these criteria will govern each specific application.

DESIGN COMPATIBILITY

The proposed change must be compatible with the design characteristics of the applicant’s home and the general neighborhood setting. Compatibility is defined, in part, as harmony in style, scale, materials, color and construction details.

Scale: The three dimensional size of the proposed change must Relate satisfactorily to and be harmonious with adjacent structures and their surroundings.

Materials: Continuity is established by use of the same or compatible materials as are used in the existing home.

Color: The Architectural Committee must approve all color changes, no matter how subtle. This includes changing the color or shade of your house, shutters, or door. If the color of house, shutters, or door is to remain the same color then approval is not needed from the Architectural Committee.

NOTE: If the homeowner wants to repaint the home the color of the “faded” shade of the home, this is considered a shade change and requires approval as do all changes.

Homeowners are encouraged to maintain records on paint colors for future references.

WORKMANSHIP

The quality of work must be equal to or better than that of any existing structures. Poor practices may cause the owner problems and may be visually objectionable to others.

TIMING

A property change may be built or installed either by owners or by a contractor. However, projects that remain uncompleted for a long period of time are visually objectionable and can be a nuisance and safety hazard for neighbors and the community. All applications must contain a proposed maximum time period form start to completion of construction. If the proposed time period is considered unreasonable, the Architectural Committee may disapprove the application, or approve the application on the condition that the work is completed by a certain date. Minor additions are to be completed within 7 days, whereas more labor-intensive additions may take up to 30 days.

*Do not apply for a building permit, purchase materials or commit to any contractor in anticipation of approval by the Architectural Committee. Applicants should wait until they have received written application approval prior to purchasing or committing to such work. Homeowners should plan well in advance to allow time for application processing, which may take up to 30 days.

VI. DESIGN APPLICATION REVIEW PROCEDURES

The Association’s procedures for application, review, inspection, appeal and enforcement of design review are outlined in this section.

OBJECTIVES

The Architectural Committee, in examining each application for design approval, considers whether or not the exterior change is in conformance with Article VII of the Declaration, the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants, and the standards outlined herein.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Complete the Application Form and attach all required exhibits. Include full details of the proposed change. If the change is structural, fencing or grading, submit a sketch or plan, including relevant documents, and outline specifications. Talk to your neighbors about your change. They may be able to offer valuable input; Approval or consent form neighbors are one factor the Committee will consider. Be sure to include such information as type of materials, size, height, color, location, etc. Provide a sketch of the location of structure, landscaping or other change showing its location relative to your house and lot boundaries. Mail or deliver the application form to the PPM at the address shown on the application form. The Architectural Committee is not required to consider applications which are incomplete. Incomplete applications will be returned causing delay in obtaining approval. If you have not received a notice of receipt of your application within seven (7) working days from the PPM, it is your responsibility to call PPM.

The Committee will complete its review of the application within 30 days from receipt and PPM will respond to you in writing. Should you not hear from PPM within 30 days, please call to follow up. Work may not begin until you receive approval from PPM.

A fully completed application with all the required information will be considered by the Architectural Committee based on its individual merit, using these Standards, the Declaration and applicable neighborhood restrictive covenant as a basis for making a decision. The Architectural committee’s review process is outlined below.

During the Architectural Committee’s consideration of an application, and depending on the type of change requested, Architectural Committee members and/or a consulting architect may visit the site and may talk to the applicant or neighbors.

A quorum of the Architectural Committee is a majority of the total number of people currently serving on the Architectural Committee.

The Architectural Committee will consider the application and any data or comments received form immediate neighbors, other members and/or the consulting architect. After discussion of the application as submitted, the Architectural committee will return incomplete application or request additional information, approve conditionally, disapprove, or approve the application as submitted. The Architectural committee should note in writing on each application the reason or reasons for conditional approvals or disapprovals.

The Architectural Committee will give each applicant written notice by use of a duplicate copy of the application or by writing a letter stating the decision.

The Architectural Committee will record its action and the notification to the applicant by placing copies of the executed application and/or letters in the Architectural Committee’s archives. Duplicate copies of all records will be forwarded to PPM.

Conditional approval means that work may proceed as contained in the application so long as the condition imposed by he Committee is or will be met. The Architectural Committee may inspect work in progress and request (either orally or in writing) the applicant to correct any non-compliance with the approved design. All applications are approved with the implicit condition that the owner(s) or their contractors (s) obtain any and all permits required by the city of Raleigh. If such permit is not obtained, the change will be considered not to have been approved. The Association will not be in any way held liable for any fine, damage or injury incurred by reasons of the failure to obtain permits as required by law.

FINAL APPROVAL AND WALK THROUGH

The Architectural Committee reserves the right to inspect projects at any time during the term of the project execution to assure projects comply with the intent of the original Architectural Committee’s approvals.

APPEAL PROCEDURE

If an applicant disagrees with the decision of the Architectural Committee, the following appeal process is to be followed:

The applicant must file a written appeal with the Board of Directors within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of the decision; and upon receipt of such a timely written appeal, the Board of Directors will establish the date and time the appeal will be heard, normally at the next scheduled Board meeting. A reverse decision will require a majority vote of the Board. Upon completion of the appeal, the applicant will be notified of the Board’s decision in writing.

CORRECTION PROCEDURES

Remedies: An exterior change made without the required approval of the Architectural Committee, or the Board on appeal constitutes a violation of the Declaration. A violation will require removal or modification of the work at the expense of the property owner or payment of damages incurred by the Association in having the work removed or modified, and/or may result in the imposition of fines.

Monetary fines may be imposed upon the Homeowner, as follows:

Once the Association receives a complaint and review/inspection confirms that the violation exists, the Architectural Committee causes a letter to be sent to the homeowner explaining the violation and giving the homeowner not less than a ten-day grace period (from the date of the letter) to correct the documented violation. This letter must contain a copy of this section of the Standards regarding fines and must state a date, time and place for the homeowner to appear to demonstrate why the fine should be waived. Violations that are not remedied within the grace period will result in a fine of up to $150 being levied against the homeowner. The fine described above may be avoided by correction of the violation within the grace period as follows. Within the grace period, the homeowner must submit an application (See Exhibit A to these Standards) requesting approval of the property changes that resulted in the violation. If the application is approved by the Architectural Committee. The fine described above will be waived.

a. Violations resulting from the non-structural or non-design issues require the homeowner to immediately eliminate the conditions that cause the violations. Merely removing the conditions causing the violations for short-periods or temporarily does not satisfy the requirement of elimination. Repeated discovery of the conditions on the property that are in violation of the Declaration, the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants, or these Standards are considered additional instances of the same violation and will result in immediate imposition of the $150 fine. Any imposition of this fine must be stated in a letter to the homeowners which letter must contain a copy of this section of the Standards regarding fines and must state a date, time and place for the homeowner to appear to demonstrate why the fine should be waived.

If an application for approval of the violation is not timely submitted within the grace period, or if such application is not approved, the $150 fine remains in effect. Homeowners wishing to avoid the fine at this point must appear at the next scheduled meeting on the HOA Board to show or present their mitigating circumstances. If at this time, the HOA Board determines the violation is corrected it may excuse the fine in whole or in part.

If the Homeowner fails to appear at the HOA Board meeting an additional fine of $15/day will be assessed until such time the HOA Board determines the matter needs to be addressed in the courts. At this time the matter will be turned over the HOA attorney for covenant enforcement. If the matter does proceed to the courts, court and attorney fees along with all accumulated fines will be requested.

Reports: The Architectural Committee will inspect authorized construction in progress as well as the community in general to identify apparent and flagrant violations. Additionally, all homeowners have the right to notify the Architectural Committee or Board of apparent violations of any provisions of these Architectural Standards and Construction Specifications the Declaration, or the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants.

The Architectural Committee will investigate each reported violation and attempt to influence the owner or tenants to bring the violation into compliance. Committee members will meet with the property owner having an improvement, which is in violation to discuss problems and possible resolutions. Should the homeowner or tenant fail to follow up on agreed upon corrections, the Committee will submit the matter to the Board of Directors for final disposition. This could lead to the Association filing legal action against the owner or tenant.

VII. REPAIRS

Construction

Homeowners are responsible for repairs to existing structures, additions, etc. No application to affect repairs and restoration to original condition is required. Note, however, that restrictive covenant governing most lots in Harrington Grove require the owner of a lot to repair damage to his residence and reconstruct improvements within twelve (12) months after such damage or destruction occurs, in the event that any residence or structure on any lot is destroyed or partially destroyed by fire, Act of God, or as a result of any other act or thing. Damaged structures not part of or attached to the residence constructed on such lot may be completely removed and the area landscaped on which the structure stood, or repaired or reconstructed by the owner. Each homeowner should review the Declaration and applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants governing his particular lot for exact requirements.

Each owner shall keep his lot in an orderly condition and shall keep the improvements thereon in a suitable state of repair. All construction, landscaping or other work which has been commenced on any lot shall be continued with reasonable diligence to completion within the time approved by the Committee and no partially completed house or other improvement shall be permitted to exist on any lot, except during such reasonable time period as is necessary for completion. The from any dirt, mud, garbage, trash or other debris resulting from any such construction on his lot.

Maintenance

The owner of each lot shall maintain at all times the grounds and improvements situated on their lot, including, but not limited to, plantings, landscaping and lawns, in a neat and attractive manner satisfactory to the Board of Directors of the Association. Upon an owner’s failure to do so, the restrictive covenants allow the Association to have the grass, weeds, shrubs, and vegetation cut, and have dead trees, shrubs and plants removed from such lot, and replaced, and may have any portion of the lot resodded, seeded, or landscaped, and all expenses incurred by the Association for such work shall be a lien and charge against the lot on which the work was done and the personal obligation of the then-owner of such lot.

Upon an owner’s failure to maintain the exterior of any structure, including the roof, in good repair and appearance, the Association may make repairs and improve the appearance of such structure in a reasonable and workmanlike manner. The cost of such work shall be immediately due and owing from the then-owner of the lot on which the work was performed and shall constitute an assessment against the lot and the personal obligation of such owner, collectable in a lump sum, and secured by the lien against the lot. Each homeowner should refer to the restrictive covenants governing his/her particular lot for further details.

It is incumbent upon the homeowner/tenant to maintain their home in good repair. Proper attention to paint, caulk, flashing, mortar, and other surface maintenance is required. Visible structure and other accessories that are part of the property must be maintained as recommended by the manufacturers. Exhibit B while not all-inclusive will assist homeowners in assessing their maintenance status. If a homeowner has any questions concerning the proper maintenance for their home, a comprehensive guide to home upkeep is available at PPM, at the homeowner’s expense.

A City of Raleigh ordinance provides that grass over 8” in length is a violation of the City Ordinances. The Harrington Grove Association reserves the right to maintain, at Homeowners expense, any property that receives continuing complaints from surrounding neighbors and is also subject to enforcement action by the City of Raleigh.

Exterior Siding and Trim

All exterior siding and trim painting or replacement requires prior approval. Siding must be in the same width (6½ inch nominal exposure) and style (beaded) used in Harrington Grove. Trim must be similar in relative dimension; form and appearance as conforming to the original design of home and must be harmonious with other properties in Harrington Grove. The Homeowner must understand that replacement siding and trim generally requires removal of existing siding and trim. All color selections and trim work must be approved.

Replacement Windows

Replacement windows must be approved and are required to match one of the styles used in Harrington Grove.

Storm Doors and Windows

All storm doors, whether wood, aluminum, vinyl, or other high quality material, installed on the front of the residence, must match the color of the residence or be stained to match a stained wooden entrance door.

Storm windows must be of high quality materials and match the trim color of the residence. Style of window must match existing windows of the residence.

Roofs

All roof replacement must be approved to ensure the same color, material type, and style is used to conform to standard set by original builder.

Exterior Lighting

All exterior lighting added which is not attached to your structure requires prior approval. Lighting attached to your structure should be limited to entrance and/or spotlights (no mercury vapor lights allowed). Such spotlights should be directed down or along walls so as not to interfere with your neighbor’s privacy. Low voltage garden type lighting in back yards or along front walkways (not sidewalks) does not need approval. If this type of lighting is placed along the driveway, then approval is required to assure no interference with road right of way and to ensure compliance with the Declaration, applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants and these Standards.

Buffer Screening Guidelines

Buffer screening, including without limitation vegetative screening, shall be used only as a means to visually screen and obstruct from view a boat, trailer, camper, trash can, satellite disc/dishes, or other temporarily stored object, as required by the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants. Screening devices do not eliminate the need to park all vehicles on an approved parking pad as outlined in the covenants. The Architectural Committee before installation must approve all buffer screening. Fence screening must follow the opening requirements established by the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants, and homeowners are encouraged to review these restrictive covenants as those requirements may differ from neighborhood to neighborhood.

All buffer screening that would fall on a public easement, right of way, or utility easement must have a City of Raleigh permit. No buffer screening should be planted in such a way that at maturity the plants will in any way obstruct the view of any street or intersection traffic. In addition to seeking approval from the Committee for landscaping plans, all corner lots must contact the City of Raleigh to obtain approval of any landscaping plan, which may fall in any of the above mentioned easements.

The buffer area must be located between the public view and the object. If another is directly adjacent to the property line, the object will require additional screening so that at least 50 percent of the total surface are is obstructed from the street or adjoining streets. Buffer screening may only occur on the rear of side portions of a lot.

Vegetative screening shall provide coverage at maturity of at least 50 percent of the total surface are of the object to be screened from the view. Plant material shall be planted so that no openings greater than 4 feet in diameter exist upon the plants maturity. A minimum height for newly planted material is 3 feet. All vegetative screening shall be of an evergreen or non-deciduous variety.

Trash Can Screening

The neighborhood restrictive covenants require all trashcans to be placed to the rear of the property and out of sight from the street. If trashcans are screened, the foregoing buffer Standards shall apply.

VIII. DESIGN GUIDELINES

This section of the standards provides specific guidance regarding particular design situations frequently encountered in Harrington Grove. Generally acceptable methods for achieving the required objectives and standards are indicated below. They are suggested methods rather than mandatory methods. Additionally, design methods that are generally not acceptable are also noted.

SATELLITE/ANTENNAE RECEIVERS

Any satellite dish or disc that is one meter or less in diameter or any antenna that is designed to receive television broadcast signals are permitted without application and approval of the Committee. Where possible, we recommend that the dish, disc or antenna is located on a part of the lot so as not to be clearly and readily visible from any street or any neighboring lots, or is located anywhere on the lot but is reasonably and adequately screened to prevent visibility from any street or any neighboring lots. Any satellite dish or disc that is greater than one meter in diameter or any antenna that is designed to receive any signal other than television broadcast signals are not permitted on the Properties.

CLOTHESLINES

Clotheslines are not permitted.

DOG PENS AND DOG HOUSES

Doghouses, as sheds, need to be built similar to the home in order to complement and be harmonious with the home. Doghouses no larger than 10 square feet may be approved upon application and must be painted or stained to either match the house or blend with the surroundings. See “Fences” below for allowable pen material, height and finish. Whole yard pens will be treated in the same manner as fences. The doghouse and/or pen must be located at least 5 feet from a neighbor’s property line, behind the house and positioned to provide minimal visibility from any street. They must be properly maintained, kept in good repair, and free from materials that may create unpleasant odors.

In accordance with the Code of the City of Raleigh, NO kennel or dog breeding operation is allowed at any time.

Retaining walls made necessary by the slope or grade of any lot are allowed, but require prior approval from the Architectural Committee.

DECKS

In accordance with the City of Raleigh all decks, new, extensions, or screened decks also require prior written approval form the Architectural Committee.

Decks should be stained in neutral colors to blend in with the natural surroundings of the home. They may be painted to match the trim of the home, but any staining or painting requires prior approval from the Architectural Committee.

ROOM ADDITIONS

Any room addition requires approval form the Architectural committee and permit(s) from the City of Raleigh. The Architecture Committee requires an application with drawings and specifications, as well as a copy of the plot plan for the lot.

CARPORTS

The City of Raleigh allows carports. However, they must be attached to the home, and within the building envelope (most homes in Harrington Grove fill the building envelope, eliminating the possibility that a carport can be constructed). Carports are not allowed to be in the back of the home or to protrude beyond the front set back of the home.

No carport shall be permitted closer to the street than the front setback of the home. The carport shall be attached to the main structure on either side. The carport roof must match the main structure’s roof in material and color. The pitch of the roof must be complimentary to the existing roofs and its alignment must compliment the main structure. The gables shall be sided with the same material as the main structure, unless the existing siding is masonry. The siding and trim shall be painted with same color scheme as the main structure. The ceiling of the carport shall be finished and painted or stained. The trim shall compliment and not contrast with the main structure’s trim. The supporting columns shall either be masonry or posts of traditional design. A masonry foundation shall be extended to a height of 2.5 feet on all sides except the front and the side attached to the home. This foundation will be capped with solid brick. The area between the top of this foundation and the underside of the carport roof, and the front entrance area shall remain open except for the approved supporting columns.

The following neighborhoods DO NOT ALLOW CARPORTS: Arbor Phase I, ALL of the Commons, The Park phase I, all but a few lots in the Glen (check your neighborhood restrictive covenants for applicable lot numbers).

GRADING

Major changes to the topography of a lot, which could include landscaping, adding walkways, enlarging patios, etc. all require prior written approval. Any topography changes could significantly alter the drainage pattern of a neighborhood increasing the danger of flooding. Since whole neighborhoods could be affected, such changes in topography must be approved prior to start. Neither the Harrington Grove Community Association nor the Architectural Committee accepts any liability for any damage caused by such changes in grade or topography, whether approved or not. The applicant must obtain approval for grading changes form city and/or county planning agencies, as required by law.

At no time is a Homeowner allowed to grade or change any easement, right of way, or utility easement without prior approval form the City of Raleigh,

At no time is a Homeowner allowed to grade, plant, or dump any yard waste or trash in any Harrington Grove Common area.

PLANTS AND GARDENS

Architectural committee approval is not required for most minor planting or landscaping treatments that are biodegradable. However, if any planting in hedge or row form being considered for the front or side/front yards will act as a “fence” or wall then an application for such addition must be submitted to the Architectural Committee. Caution should be exercised while digging deep holes so as not to cut into any electric cable, etc. It is suggested that, before digging, homeowners contact the appropriate utility company requesting the company to locate their lines. Vegetable gardens must be kept in the rear yard. Vegetable gardens include fruit and herb plantings.

TREE REMOVAL

No trees measuring 6 inches or more in diameter at a point 3 feet above ground level may be removed without prior written consent for the Architectural Committee except in the case of an emergency.

If planting in an easement, right of way or utility easement area, the Homeowner needs to obtain a permit from the City of Raleigh. The Architectural Committee suggests that no vegetative planting over 3 feet at maturity be planted in these areas to assure complete visibility for all cars and pedestrians.

No planting or gardening in designated flood planes in the neighborhood is allowed.

PATHS AND WALKWAYS

The Architectural Committee before construction must approve any path or walkway in writing or installation begins.

Any path or walkway leading form the house to the font curb/sidewalk requires A PERMIT FROM THE CITY OF RALEIGH. Proof of a $5000 bond, $300,000 liability insurance, and a diagram showing location and building materials is required by the City of Raleigh. The City highly recommends these types of walkways be installed by a licensed, bonded and insured contractor.

PLAY EQUIPMENT

Play equipment which can easily be removed, such as swing sets, does not need approval provided it is located in your back yard, positioned 5 feet form any neighboring property line, and reasonable distanced from any public property such as greenways and streets. Large playhouses or enclosed or permanent structures or permanent playground equipment shall be treated in the same manner as storage sheds, and require approval. The maximum size allowed for such enclosed or permanent structures: 10 feet x 10 feet; height: 12 feet, and the structure must be level. Large awnings or tarps on such structures or playground equipment shall be removed immediately if torn or damaged. Basketball goals are to be away from the curb areas of the street and must be located on the owner’s property in such a manner that the playing area is not in the street.

The City of Raleigh prohibits the placement of portable or permanent basketball goals or any other sports equipment on right of ways, easements, curbs, or streets. This includes all streets in Harrington Grove (“Private” included). This is subject to a fine by the Association. There can be no basketball, street hockey play etc. in the streets. If an organized street game such as street hockey is planned, a fee must be paid to the City of Raleigh and permit must be obtained from the City stating date and length of time, street will be closed to traffic for play. Violating homeowners are subject to being reported to the City of Raleigh.

Playhouses supported by backyard trees (tree houses / treehouses) are not permitted. Playhouses must be in the rear portion of a lot, behind the home, and must be unobtrusive.

SHED/STORAGE BUILDINGS

Detached freestanding storage sheds are discouraged. However, if an owner feels he has inadequate storage and there is not structural way to add a storage shed attached to the house, then an application can be submitted for permission to erect such a structure. Sheds must meet the following minimum criteria:

1. Maximum size of any storage shed is 100 square feet (10 x 10).

2. Sheds must have a suitable constructed floor system and/or foundation.

3. All sheds must be constructed out of wood materials and must be painted or stained to either match the house or blend with the natural surroundings. No metal sheds allowed.

4. Placement of a detached shed in relationship to the house should be behind the house and not in side yard areas that are highly visible from the street. They must also be located at least 5 feet form the neighboring property lines.

Where possible, storage sheds should be attached to the house. Whether attached or freestanding, all sheds must receive prior written Architectural Committee approval before construction or installation begins.

SIGNS

No sign of any kind shall be displayed on any lot except one “for sale” or “for rent” sign of not more than six (6) square feet in size and signs of not more that six (6) square feet expressing support of or opposition to political candidates or referendum issues. Such political signs shall not be placed on a lot earlier that sixty (60) days before the election and shall be removed within two (2) days after the election is held. Commercial/Business advertisement signs of any kind are not allowed.

Signs are not to be placed on any public easements or right of way at any time and are subject to a fine from the City of Raleigh.

“Talking For Sale” signs, in addition to a regular “for sale”, require a permit from the City of Raleigh. Signs on common property or public right of ways, i.e. New Leesville Blvd., are not allowed.

MAILBOXES

All mailboxes and mailbox posts should be a consistent style and color as described below:

· Mailbox posts are to be made of wood only, and follow the original design of the developer of the given Harrington Grove subdivision.

· Posts must be white in color. Posts painted gray or house trim color are no longer allowed.

· Mailbox will be metal, black in color, and without decorative accents or designs; standard "T2" (medium rural route) size, measuring about 8.25" wide, 11" high, 21" deep. No other style or color is authorized.

BUSINESSES

All in home businesses of any kind require a permit from the City of Raleigh and Board of Adjustment and are subject to the city ordinances. Not commercial or business signs of any kind may be posted on any property.

NOISE AND NUISANCES

The City of Raleigh has a noise and nuisance ordinance, any violation of which also constitutes a violation of the neighborhood restrictive covenants. If several complaints from surrounding homeowners concerning loud and objectionable noise are received, the Homeowner in question may be fined under the Assessment section discussed under the Correction Procedures section.

SWIMMING POOLS

In ground pools are permitted as long as all City of Raleigh permits and Architectural Committee written approval is obtained in advance. The Harrington Grove Architectural Committee requires a six-foot fence for security and safety reasons. See fence section for fence standards.

BOATS, TRAILERS, CAMPERS, COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

No boat, boat trailer, or utility trailer shall be parked on the street or nearer to the street than the front or side building setback lines. A boat and/or boat trailer may generally be parked or kept on a lot if it is parked or kept in such a manner that it is screened from all streets, the Common Property or Restricted Common Property, all adjacent lots and is parked or stored on a portion of the lot improved for that purpose, i.e. garage or approved parking pad. Exceptions to these screening requirements apply to the Park Tract A, Glen, Commons, Arbor Phase I, and these must still be on approved parking pads. Homeowners are encouraged to review their neighborhood restrictive covenants as these requirements may differ from neighborhood to neighborhood.

Screening may be either by fence or plantings but, in any case, the screening must comply with the Raleigh Zoning Ordinance and be approved by the Harrington Grove Architectural Committee pursuant to Article VII, Section 2 of the Declaration and pursuant to the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants.

No mobile house trailer (whether on or off wheels), vehicle or enclosed body of the type which may be placed on or attached to a vehicle (known generally as ‘recreational vehicles’ or ‘campers’), or commercial vehicles of any kind shall be parked on any street within the subdivision. In a neighborhood where restrictive covenants allow such vehicles to be parked or kept on a lot, the same parking, screening, compliance, and approval guidelines for boats and trailers set out in the above paragraph apply. Each homeowner should review the neighborhood restrictive covenants governing his particular lot to determine how his lot is restricted with respect to such vehicles.

No tractor-trailer trucks or cabs shall be parked on any street or lot within a subdivision.

Any commercially licensed vehicle, which is otherwise parked or screened in accordance with the applicable neighborhood restrictive covenants, must be registered to a business offsite of residence. A post office box number is not valid offsite business address. To the extent the Code of the City of Raleigh is more restrictive than the restrictive covenants with regard to parking of vehicles, the Code will control.

IX. FENCES

There are two types of fences, which may be approved in Harrington Grove: SPLIT RAIL or PICKET FENCES. Fences are specifically addressed in each neighborhood restrictive covenant. HOMEOWNERS SHOULD CHECK THESE FIRST, for further restrictions that listed here. If you need a copy of the covenants, please notify PPM for your copy. Fences are not permitted to extend on any lot closer to any street than the front or side building setback lines. On corner lots, they may be no closer to a side street than typically 15 feet. The board advises the homeowner to understand the conditions of building over an easement in accordance with City of Raleigh codes. All fence approvals fall under the discretion of the Architectural committee.

Any fence installed anywhere in Harrington Grove must be an “open fence”, i.e., one in which the openings through which clear vision is possible from one side to the other on a horizontal plane occupy a certain percent of the side area of the fence (check your neighborhood restrictive covenants for the applicable percentage opening required for your lot). The posts are to be placed on the inside of the fence pickets are to be placed on the outside of the fence.

All fences must meet the requirements of the zoning ordinance of the City of Raleigh, Wake or Durham County, etc., whichever is appropriate.

Fencing should be no lower than 42 inches. A fence up to a height of six feet may be approved where the rear property line of a lot borders on non-Harrington Grove Property. If the homeowner is installing a swimming pool, then a six-foot fence is required for safety and security reasons. IN NO CASE should the height of a fence exceed 6 feet. Preferred fencing material is wood. Chain link fences are not permitted. For animal or child security, a 2 x 4 inch or 2 x 2 inch mesh may be used with split rail fencing only. Fences may be painted or stained to coordinate with the house or to blend wit the natural environment. Fences must be properly maintained and kept in good repair.

PICKET AND/OR SPLIT RAIL

The most common materials are cedar, cypress, redwood and pressure treated pine. The latter is the most used and the most economical. The typical constructions usually utilize 4” x 4” posts, 2” x 4” rails and 1” x 4” uprights or pickets. (Dimensions given are for what is referred to, as dimensional lumber, actual dimensions are ¼ “to ½” less). The common width of the space between pickets is approximately 1.5” or the width point; it is recommended that uprights or pickets be no wider than 4.5” except in the case of small privacy enclosures.

Some vinyl type of pickets may also be approved.

FENCE CONSTRUCTION

Fence height will be limited to 42-inch minimum and 6 foot maximum. Lots with swimming pools require a 6-foot fence. Fence picket width will be limited to either 1” x 4” rails or 1” x 6” dimensional lumber. Fence finish may be paint, stain or sealer.

FENCES ALONG COMMON EASEMENTS

Fences along common easements fences, i.e. Leesville Boulevard and North Radner Way, must be located a minimum two feet short of the common easement fence. Shrubbery must be planted within the two-foot gap. An invisible, underground fence may be installed along the two-foot gap and back fence for purpose of a dog restraint. If a board fence is erected along the two-foot line it may be no higher than the easement fence. If a higher fence is requested, it will be at the discretion of the Architectural Committee.

In accordance with the City of Raleigh, no city permits are required for fences, except for corner lots. Contact the City of Raleigh Inspection Department for information on obtaining the required permit. Fences installed in violation of the sight distances or which constitute a traffic hazard will be subject to enforcement action by the City of Raleigh. The Association will not be responsible for a homeowner’s failure to obtain a permit; the obtaining of a permit form the City of Raleigh does not constitute approval by the Architectural Committee.

PRIVACY FENCES/WALLS

A privacy fence is a fence with the board-to-board opening less than the percent allowed in your neighborhood covenant. Under no circumstance is the privacy fence a solid wall. In all cases where a privacy fence or wall is desired, it should be limited to a very small area at the perimeter of a deck or patio. It should have minimal impact to existing open/natural landscaping, not break up the lot, and have minimal visibility from the street.

X. OTHER DESIGN DATA

Many additions to your property may require the approval of the City of Raleigh and/or Wake or Durham County and certain permits may be required. It is the Homeowners responsibility to contact the City of Raleigh and/or Wake or Durham County in order to determine whether such permits or approvals are required.

XI. TOP TEN ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS & CONSTRUCTION GUIDELINES

The Architectural Review Committee of Harrington Grove has composed the following quick reference guideline to assist you in planning any exterior changes to your property. These are intended to be guidelines, in conjunction with and in addition to any other guidelines and Covenant requirements. All exterior changes must be approved in writing prior to any changes being made. Your cooperation n the approval process is appreciated.

1. Home Additions/Improvements

· Consistent with the original design of the house

· Colors and materials consistent with general scheme of neighborhood.

2. Accessory Buildings

· Sheds cannot be larger than 10 x 10 and must be used for storage only.

3. Fence

· No privacy fences allowed

· Split rail or picket fences 4 to 5 feet tall

· Taller fences considered on a case-by-case basis

· Wooden fences or vinyl only

· Must be consistent with % opening of neighborhood restrictive covenant.

· If attaching to existing fence, need permission of owner to do so.

4. Trailers, Boats, Campers, Other Recreational Vehicles, Utilities Trailers

· Must be parked off the street.

· Must be parked on an APPROVED pad located behind the front setback of house.

· Most must be screened from view of street and adjoining lots.

· No tractor-trailer trucks or cabs permitted on any lot or street.

5. Decks

· Made from natural materials/stained with neutral colors.

· Need permits from City of Raleigh.

· Needs to blend with neighborhood.

6. Satellite Dishes

· Are allowed (dishes of one meter or less).

· Needs proper screening from street and adjoining lots under buffer.

· Screening guidelines

7. Landscaping/Buffer Screening

· Consistent with lot size.

· Compatible with general scheme of neighborhood.

8. Swimming Pools

· Approved on a case-by-case basis.

· Must be compatible with general scheme of neighborhood.

· Grading and drainage of pool and yard need prior approval.

9. Exterior Lamps and Yard Lights

· Approved on a case-by-case basis.

· Must be compatible with general scheme of neighborhood.

· Must not disturb other neighbors.

10. Other Items

· Garbage cans must be hidden from view of street.

· Dog pens and dog houses-reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

· Vegetable gardens must be behind the back setback of the house.

· Play equipment must be easily removed and in back yard.

· Tree houses supported by trees are NOT APPROVED.

The following are amendments/updates to be added to your Architectural Guidelines:

I. For swimming pools: Any application for an in-ground swimming pool will require proof of (a) proper grading and (b) adequate drainage. These are necessary to ensure that neighboring lots will not experience drainage problems.

II. For fences: Any time a fence is to be connected to an existing fence (likely to be on someone else’s property), permission should be obtained prior to the attachment. The section of fence that lies on somebody else’s property belongs to them and they can do with it as they please, including removing that section. If prior notification is not obtained, the Harrington Grove Architectural Review Committee will not be held liable.