The master plan for Meadow Lakes at Boca Raton incorporates a number of home styles– sharing similar architectural details– which unify the community and create a sense of “neighborhood.”
In order to maintain this sense of “neighborhood”, the HOA is responsible for preserving key architectural details, to assure the master plan is adhered to and uniformity is maintained.
The Architectural Control Board (ACB) is staffed by homeowners, appointed by the Board. The ACB is charged with reviewing residents’ improvement plans, to assure the improvements are consistent with other homes in the neighborhood, and will not detract from the neighborhood.
Prior to commencing any exterior changes or improvements to the home, residents are required to secure an ACB form from this website or the management office, fill it out completely (describing proposed improvements), and submit to the management office. The ACB will review the improvements, visit the residence, and will advise if the improvements are approved. The process takes approximately 3 weeks.
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The key architectural details which are most closely-monitored include:
1. Roof style and color. This is a key element which is crucial to the overall “feel” of the community. Residents may repair or replace their roof, but the replacement must be the same style and color, as the original roof.
2. Exterior color of house and trim. Residents wishing to re-paint their homes can re-paint in a different color, but the color must be selected from the HOA’s approved list. Color swatches must be painted on the house, for ACB final approval.
3. Driveway Upkeep, Enhancements, and Widening. Residents are responsible for keeping their driveway and entry walk clean and mildew-free. Effective cleaning requires pool chlorine. Failure to maintain a clean driveway and entry walk may result in a violation letter from the HOA and possible fining. Residents are allowed to stain or paint their driveway (using approved stain or paint color listed on this site), professionally install pavers, or professionally-contract a mosaic finish. Residents requiring more space to enter/exit their vehicles may widen their driveway up to 20″ on either side. If concrete is poured or mosaic installed, the surface must match the driveway’s finish and color. If paving stones are used, they should be securely installed on a bed of gravel for stability. Prior to beginning any driveway enhancement project, secure ACB approval, to insure the project is within community guidelines.
4. Major landscaping changes. Residents are encouraged to pre-plan their landscaping, anticipating future growth. If fencing needs to be replaced, it should be in the same location and style as the original builder-installed fence. If the 4×4 posts are on your side of the fence, the fence is yours to upkeep. Posts should remain on your side of the fence. ACB approval should be secured before any fence is replaced or upgraded.
5. Fencing in Meadow Lakes must not exceed 6′ in height. Homes bordering either of the lakes may construct 6′ side fences, but the fence facing the lake must be a maximum of 4′ and must be a “see-through” picket style fence. Wood fences must be shadow-box style. PVC and similar plastic fences must be white. Secure ACB authorization before installing any fence.
Homeowners are urged to remind their contractors, guests, and visitors with heavy equipment or trailers to avoid damaging our roadways and common areas in Meadow Lakes. Any damages to the pavement, curbing or common areas, caused by homeowner’s contractors, guests, or visitors, will be repaired by the Association and billed back to the Homeowner.
Although some residents express concern that their freedom of expression is being compromised–when they have to secure approval for their improvements—few residents will disagree that coordinated colors, home styles, and landscaping contribute to a beautiful community.