EDGING

FIGURE: 56 | Metal Edging

FIGURE: 57 | Stone Edging

FIGURE: 58 | Metal Edging Edging may be needed to help define planting beds, prevent the washout of gravel/rock materials, or to delineate different ground plane materials. Edging types listed below must consist of natural or dark color materials. All edging must be maintained or removed and replaced when in bad condition. Edging must also be clear of any community property including the public sidewalk by 18” clear distance. All edging areas must be reviewed and approved by the DRB. APPROVED EDGING

METAL EDGING Metal edging should set slightly below the ground plane so it disappears into the landscape. This is the preferred edging material.

PAVER/STONE EDGING A variety of local materials will be allowed for paver edging. All paver edge must have a natural finish and compliment the architectural style of the home.

CONCRETE EDGING Poured in place concrete edging is acceptable based on approval from the DRB for the proposed pattern and color of the finish. Colored (red, orange, gold, black, etc.) variations will not be accepted.

RESTRICTED MATERIAL

Plastic edging is not allowed for long term maintenance issues.

Wood timber or railroad ties are not preferred due to sustainability and pest concerns.

FIGURE: 60 | Rail Fence Example

FIGURE: 61 | Brick Wall Example

COMMUNITY FENCING

Fencing adjacent to community open space areas will have a different set of requirements to maintain the Sunbridge Community aesthetic.

 Any fencing open to a community lot must have a natural tone.

Wood, metal, and simulated wood are examples of appropriate fence materials.  No walls allowed adjacent to any community lot.  All fencing adjacent to a community zone must be 6’ in height.  All fencing adjacent to an open pond or wetland zone will be the standard black. Material selections for walls and fences are flexible to allow for design continuity with the home. The scale, proportion, color, and finishes must be compatible with the architectural design of the residence. All fencing and walls need approval by the DRB. Permitted wall types include: low fences and walls, ornamental or safety fencing, low retaining walls, modular block walls, metal rail fencing, and wood slat fencing. Walls and fences may be natural wood, metal, or stone. Stone and brick may be allowed if they match the architectural style of home. Segmented block retaining walls can be considered as long as they consist of natural tones. Additional fence requirements are as follows:  Wood fences should be constructed from quality materials stained a solid color and sealed. All fasteners used to construct fences shall be hot dip galvanized, aluminum, or stainless steel to prevent rusting and stain marks.  All fencing must be set back a minimum of 3’ from all sidewalks.  All rear fencing needs to be located within rear building setback.  Any wall or fence shall not exceed a maximum of 6’ in height.  All fencing must be set back a minimum of 5’ from any street or alley that does not have a sidewalk.  If fencing already exists on adjacent sides, you must tie in your fence. (Or set your fence back from existing fence a minimum of 3’ to allow for maintenance of yard between.)  All aluminum and iron materials must be powder coated or primed and painted black.  High quality simulated wood treatments designed for fence construction will be allowed.  All gates must swing into property so as not to interfere with any sidewalks.

RESTRICTED MATERIAL

Chain link fences, railroad ties, PVC, and pre-manufactured walls do not fit the community aesthetic and are not allowed.

Stucco walls are not allowed due to maintenance concerns.

Walls and fences intended to serve as dog runs or animal pens are not allowed.

FIGURE: 62 | Playground

FIGURE: 63 | Gazebo

FIGURE: XX | Pine Straw

FIGURE: 64 | Pool Enclosure

FIGURE: XX | Edge Example

FIGURE: 65 | Vine Trellis

FIGURE: 66 | Archway All vertical hardscape and amenity elements including: pools, playgrounds, spas, vine trellises, pergolas, fountains, ponds, fire pits, etc., need to be detailed and dimensioned in the submittal plan. All details associated with vertical elements such as: cross sections, material callouts, and paint/stain colors must be included in the submittal documents.

All vertical features must be limited in height to 10’, and must be reviewed and approved by the DRB.

Screened patio enclosures and pool enclosures are to be black or dark bronze color only – white is never an acceptable color. Statues, art or sculptures, rock work, sports equipment or other permanent fixtures are prohibited from view in any common areas or streets. Special permission may be granted, based on the necessary review and written approval for pieces that are 3’ tall or lower. Taller items may not be acceptable.

All items must be within the property area and by offset from adjacent lots by a minimum of 18”.