Architectural Design Standards

SECTION 1.

All building is to comply with the current RM of Blucher District Zoning Bylaws as may be amended from time to time. Prior to commencement of any construction for housing or outbuildings, the owner shall obtain the required building permit from the RM of Blucher.

SECTION 2.

PERMIT - The developer shall provide written approval to the purchaser of purchaser's builder prior to the building permit being applied for. Prior to construction for housing, outbuildings or construction of fencing APPROVAL FROM THE DEVELOPER IS REQUIRED.

SECTION 3.

SIZE - The minimum size for housing is: 1300 square foot bungalow and 1900 square foot 2 storey or such other design as may be approved by the developer. The outbuildings' permitted sizes are dictated by the RM of Blucher bylaws.

SECTION 4.

FOUNDATION - Concrete or insulated block or such other foundation as APPROVED BY DEVELOPER permitted by the RM of Blucher.

SECTION 5.

ROOF PITCH-As approved by developer. Asphalt shingles, clay, metal, or such other as approved by the developer.

SECTION 6.

GARAGES - All houses constructed shall have a mimimum of a 2 car garage.

SECTION 7.

EXTERIOR FINISHINGS - Housing shall be completed with exterior siding; hardie board, stucco, brick, stone, vinyl siding, or such other siding as APPROVED BY DEVELOPER. APPROVAL IS ALSO REQUIRED FROM THE DEVELOPER FOR THE EXTERIOR COLOR OF HOUSING AND ALL OUTBUILDINGS.

SECTION 8.

RTM HOUSING - "Ready to Move" housing is permittted and is subject to APPROVAL BY THE DEVELOPER.

SECTION 9.

SEWAGE - Septic Systems are required and as permitted by the RM of Blucher.

SECTION 10.

TIMELINES - Housing construction shall commence within 2 years of lot purchase and completion shall occur within 2 years of commencement.

SECTION 11.

LANDSCAPING AND DRIVEWAY - Each occupied house shall have basic landscaping and shall maintain a basic level of cleanliness. Each lot owener shall at his or her own expense, construct a driveway to the residence and each driveway shall be at minimum, gravel covered.

SECTION 12.

ANIMALS - Animals including large animals, ie. Horses are permitted as per the RM of Blucher bylaws. For large animals the current bylaw permits 2 animals for every 5 acres. Purchasers are strongly encouraged to review the said bylaws and or contact the RM of Blucher for clarification.

The developer reserves the right to amend the aforementioned architectural design standards as may be required and deemed to be in the best interests of the development.