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6. Vinyl windows provided by the following manufacturers (only) in the style listed (only) are
approved: These are Simonton - Master Pro finish; Jeld-Wen - Select Vinyl; Ply Gem - Pro
Series (MW) Classic; Windsor-Signature series. Pella 350 series; Andersen Silverline;
Viwinco S-series and PGT 400 series. Vinyl windows from other manufacturers must be
designed to meet the minimum requirements of ASTM E1996/E1886 impact test. SDL’s
are required as specified in item 4.
7. Single Hung windows are not approved, nor are single sash screens on any dual sash
window.
8. There may also be other requirements for construction and fit and finish of the windows.
9. Windows shall be clear glass or an approved gray tinted glass.
10. Window screens shall be dark bronze or charcoal and shall be the full size of the window
when used. Screens covering one sash are not permitted. Frames may match window trim
color.
11. Windows shall be trimmed/banded on the front and at the rear elevations. The ARC must
approve security treatments for doors and windows; however, no “burglar bars”, steel or
wrought iron bars, or similar fixtures shall be installed on the exterior of any windows or
doors of any dwelling.
12. Groupings of windows shall have a mullion between them. Manufactured mulled windows
are acceptable.
13. No black out of windows is permitted.
14. No signs shall be placed in windows.
15. Curtain fabric or other interior window treatment exposed to the exterior shall be neutral in
color as viewed from the exterior.
16. The main front entry door shall be solid wood or fiberglass to simulate wood with a high
level of detail and trim and casing around the doorway. The main front entry door shall be
8’-0” tall x 3’-6” wide, or may be a pair of doors or a single 6-8 x 3-0 door with side lites and
framed glass transom. Arched doorways do not require transoms. Other entry designs may
be presented and reviewed on a case by case basis, but shall relate in design to other
fenestration patterns on the home.
17. Two story entrances are not permitted.
5.8 Exterior Colors: Exterior colors shall be appropriate to Coastal Cottage homes and will be
reviewed on a case by case basis. No whites or primary colors may be used. Owners must submit
color selection with the application in an electronic form. (digital image from manufacturer’s
website). Owners must place all finish materials and colors on the sample board for final approval.
5.9 Roofing: A variety of roof shapes consistent with Coastal Cottage (gable, hip, shed roof profiles)
will be considered appropriate at Summerhouse. Roof shapes within a home or between a home
and ancillary structures on the property shall be complementary to one another. Dormers are
required on street facing roofs and rear elevations facing public spaces and lakes.
The pitch of the dominant roof will vary by style. For lots 1-620, the minimum roof slope shall not
be less than 4:12. For lots 621-1029, the minimum roof slope shall not be less than 6:12. One and
one half story homes shall have pitches not less than 8:12. Gabled and hipped dormer roof pitches
shall match the main roof pitch. Shed dormer roof pitches and porch roof pitches shall not be less
than 3:12.
Materials on porch roofs, accent roofs, dormers shall be metal or wood shingles. The main roof of
the home may be metal or fiberglass, asphalt or wood shingles or concrete tile (other than barrel or
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