6.9.2.1.3. c. Architectural Control Committee Review and Approval

c. Architectural Control Committee Review and Approval

The Architectural Control Committee will generally meet on a monthly basis.

In response to the submission of a complete application, the applicant will receive a letter of approval with or without conditions, or a letter of disapproval, noting the basis for such disapproval.

The Architectural Control Committee’s approval of any proposed modification is within its sole discretion.

The Architectural Control Committee may, in its discretion, determine to enforce or modify in whole or in part, any or all of these Design Guidelines.

Approval by the Architectural Control Committee does not relieve the applicant of the responsibility of obtaining all other necessary approvals and permits required by Worcester County, the State of Maryland, or any other agency having jurisdiction over the Property.

Notification of the Architectural Control Committee’s final approval constitutes a binding agreement between the applicant and the Association.

Deviation from approved plans is prohibited.

If a deviation from the approved application is found during or after the completion of the project, the applicant will be notified in writing by the Architectural Control Committee through the property manager; and, upon receipt of such notice, the applicant shall reapply, stating the change requested to the original application and approval.

If the Architectural Control Committee approves the deviation, the applicant will be notified in writing that the change has been accepted.

If the deviation is not approved, the applicant will have 30 calendar days from the date of the letter to correct the deviation and make a request to the Architectural Control Committee for a re-inspection.

After the 30-day period has expired without correction to the deviation, the matter will be given to the Covenants Committee.

If Covenants Committee moves to hold a hearing, an Architectural Control Committee member should be present to provide supporting documentation and/or testimony.

The property manager may also provide assistance.