We have implemented architectural standards in order to make Garden Valley a cohesively beautiful community and to protect home values. The complete architectural standards are described in Exhibit "D" to the Declaration, which you may view or download on the Deed Restrictions page. Below is a summary of the main provisions of those architectural controls.
Architectural Review Board ("ARB")
The ARB is set up to review and approve site plans and design of homes and landscaping. Its mission is to adhere to the Declaration while at the same time being sensitive to each homeowner's particular set of circumstances. The ARB consists of five members and will initially be controlled by the developer, but it will ultimately be controlled by GVA.
Home Exteriors
Most of the Declaration contains the normal protections and restrictions found in many resort developments, but its exterior materials requirements are unique. A galvanized standing seam metal finish roof with a 10/12 pitch is required. The exterior walls of your home are required to be stone, fiber cement (such as Hardiplank) or log, with some limited use of wood or stucco on architectural features. Brick is not permitted. Beyond these requirements on materials, the Declaration allows for great flexibility and creativity as to design and size (no minimum or maximum square footage). The developer strongly believes that the use of these materials will prove beneficial in the long run, making Garden Valley truly unique among east Texas communities and resulting in higher home values.
ARB Approval for Construction of your Home
The steps to get approval, commence construction and move in your home are as follows:
1. Informal Meeting with the ARB.
2. Submit Preliminary Plan which includes the location of all structures, elevations, a tree survey, and a description of all exterior materials and finishes.
3. Comments and review by the ARB.
4. Submit Final Plan which includes a site plan, final elevations, roof and foundation plans, a landscape plan, and a string stakeout on the lot.
5. Final Approval by the ARB.
6. Provide Compliance Deposit.
7. Routine inspections during construction.
8. Final Inspection and issuance of Final Approval Certificate.
9. Return of Compliance Deposit.
10. Move in!
