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Architectural Rules and Regulations
Effective June 10, 2006
the PUD, TROA Covenants and currently accepted building guidelines are the documents used to develop these rules and regulations.
Construction Standards & Building Code:
All requests for site modifications including new construction or modification of existing structures and amenities must first be submitted to the Architectural Review Committee for approval. This submittal must include the properly completed Construction Request Form, a drawing of the proposed improvements and a detailed site plan showing all existing and proposed improvements.
All Park Models, Cabins, Chalets and Colorado Rooms entering the resort must be built to meet the Colorado Division Of Housing standards or other standards acceptable to Summit County, which are applicable for that type of unit. Proof of this standard shall be an RPTIA Seal, ANSI Certification Seal, Colorado Division Of Housing Seal or the equivalent seal from a regulatory agency acceptable to Summit County, or plans certified by a State of Colorado licensed engineer.
Size Of Chalets
All chalets, park models and cabins must adhere to the following size criteria:
Outside Dimensions: maximum exterior dimensions 38 feet in length by 14 feet in
width. Exterior measurements are taken from the outer most
edge of the unit and include all siding, trim, bump outs, window
boxes and bays.
Height: 15 feet as measured from the top of the frame on which the unit
is built, to the highest point of the roof, but in no case to exceed
17 feet from the ground to the highest point on the roof.
Site Improvement Set Backs:
Chalet, Colorado Room, Porch, deck and shed improvements must meet Summit County and TROA required setbacks. These set backs are as follows:
--Utility side of lot is 3 feet
--Rear of lot is 3 feet
--Non-utility side of lot is 6 feet
--Front of lot snow easement is 10 feet
--Note that all measurements are made from the building overhang to the property line on
both sides and rear of lot
--Sheds are only required to meet 3 foot set back on either side of lot
--Driveway Dimensions-Maximum width 20 feet- Minimum depth 10 feet
Definitions:
Colorado Room shall mean a pre-constructed addition to the living area of a Park Home that is physically attached to such structure and which is readily portable. The maximum outside dimensions of any Colorado Room are twelve (12) by thirty-two (32) feet and the Colorado Room must be set back a minimum of six (6) feet from the front vertical plane of any Park Home. There may be no internal partitions, kitchen, laundry, bathroom, or permanent bedroom facilities. A significant portion (60%) of all exterior walls must be glass to allow unobstructed view corridor through the room. The roof pitch must be consistent with eve of the adjacent cabin or chalet.
Porch shall be constructed upon a four (4) inch slab on grade foundation or other footings acceptable to county building codes, and shall be designed and constructed to be readily portable. Porch can only be constructed and attached to the side of a Park Home and the maximum dimensions and set back are consistent with the Colorado Room. A porch must have a minimum of 60% glass and shall not have partitions, plumbing, heating, insulation, or cooking facilities. Porch enclosures must meet minimum lighting standards which include an outside entry light and light switch inside to illuminate the interior. A porch enclosure can only have one (1)
Duplex receptacle.
Deck shall mean an exterior area constructed and intended for outdoor activities. Decks may be constructed on site or factory built and may be open, covered or screened, but may have no interior or exterior walls.
Storage Shed for Lots 1-248 and 397–400: one storage shed built on skids without permanent foundation with a maximum of 120 square feet of floor space and maximum wall dimension of 14 feet on any side. The maximum height can be 8 feet 2 inches. Storage sheds are restricted to the rear 35 feet of the lot.
Storage Shed for RV Lots 249-367: one storage shed built on skids without permanent foundation with a maximum of 120 square feet of floor space and maximum wall dimension of 14 feet on any side. The maximum height can be 8 feet 2 inches. These sheds must be constructed with log siding, green metal roof and stained in cedar or redwood tones. Sheds must be placed at the rear of the RV pad except for Lots 297-308 and 332-344 which shall be placed between the landscaping planters.
Note:
1- Summit County considers a loft as uninhabitable storage space. The county will not allow permanent access ladders to be installed in Colorado Division of Housing approved park homes coming into the resort.
2- The footprint of the Chalet and Colorado Room manufactured by Rocky Mountain Chalet has been accepted as the dimensional standard to be used for future units coming into the resort.
General Rules For Any Modification Or New Construction
1- A Building permit is required for all construction except for storage sheds.
2- A Colorado licensed engineer required for any site modification or new construction.
3- A Summit County registered contractor required for site modifications or new construction.
4- A Colorado Division Of Housing approved Park Home will require placement of the unit by a state certified installer.
5- All site improvements and new construction must meet currently adopted building codes.
6- A site survey will be required for most major construction projects.
7- All site plans will require Summit County Planning Department approval.
Variance
If an owner’s architectural request is rejected and they feel they have extenuating circumstances that are peculiar to their lot, the process for appealing is the following:
1- The owner must send a written appeal to the Architectural Review Committee and request a meeting to discuss the reason for declining the request.
2- If the appeal is not resolved at this meeting, the owner may then request the appeal be forwarded to the TROA Board of Directors for final consideration.
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