BuildingDesign Guideline

Welcome to Crystal Lake Ranch

We are delighted that you have chosen to build your cabin in this stunning location.

Crystal Lake Ranch is the mountain retreat of your dreams, a blank canvas ready to bring your vision to life. Together, we will establish a legacy that will endure for generations.

Design Guidelines and Improvement Requirements

The Design Guidelines and Improvement Requirements have been crafted by the Crystal Lake Ranch Design Committee. The committee's objective is to create guidelines that focus on preserving the land's natural beauty and fostering community integration. Crystal Lake Ranch welcomes and encourages creativity. Our goal for this project is to establish a unique, self-sustaining community characterized by the highest standards of quality, care, and recreation.

We envision the homes at Crystal Lake Ranch as inspired by a collective design of exceptional mountain architecture from around the globe. Builders within Crystal Lake Ranch should apply thoughtful attention and great imagination during the design and construction phases, all with the shared aim of cultivating a higher-level community.

From colors and materials to textures and outdoor features, these design guidelines will offer owners a framework and procedures for our community's development. Crystal Lake Ranch aims to set the standard by which other mountain communities are measured. The Architecture Review at Crystal Lake Ranch will emphasize both quality and style, with a predetermined range of acceptable materials, colors, and procedural guidelines for each phase of construction.

Architects will have the freedom to propose selections that are suitable for individual sites while fulfilling their clients' visions. Our Design Guidelines are designed to inspire both Owners and Architects to create exceptionally crafted homes, offering Owners the opportunity for expanded personal preferences, provided that the final outcome reflects design excellence. Ultimately, the success of projects will rely on the understanding and cooperative relationships fostered among all parties involved.

The rugged charm of remarkable mountain architecture can reach new heights through exemplary designs that address contemporary needs while honoring the distinguished camp lifestyles this area offers.

In the interest of making the best level of style integrity for homes at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH, every project submitted for review is evaluated for conformity to the subsequent parts of Composition:

1] Site Integration

Every home should be integrated into its explicit setting. This includes the correct location among the setbacks, well-thought-out floor plans, and exterior siding complementing existing grades, adequate integration, responding to the present natural and planned future surface water flows, and finally, thoughtful and ecologically responsible exterior materials.

2] Scale

Homes should be suitably scaled relative to the scale of the property and relative to the location context. In general, the dimensions for every home shall be consistent with the buildable area while remaining in step with the Owner's desires. Homes sitting on waterfront lots or steep sites can provide bigger vertical limits than those in open areas.

3] Proportion

Each style part of the house ought to have an inherent proportional relationship with the complete structure. This could be created by developing a hierarchy of massing that relates to the programmatic parts of the house. For instance, a good space volume ought to seem hierarchically dominant over a bedroom set, and a pedestrian entry might have a better appeal than automobile storage. This additionally applies to roofs, windows, doors, fascias, and details, like posts, entry areas, exterior walls, and landscape walls. The goal is for all style parts among the house to be in pleasing proportion to each other and the composition as a whole.

4] Rhythm

Rhythm refers to style continuity among the project's massing and particularization. Generally, this happens as a regular or harmonious repeat of overall forms; window and door openings, rooflines, structural support parts, colors, and materials. The design ought to exhibit a discernible rhythm, together with sequence by element size, form, and pattern. Even apparently random patterns will produce pleasing rhythms.

5] Balance

Balance is measured by the general composition of visual forms; the outside material placement and integration, the proportion of window space to wall mass, and the composition of building masses.

6] Color

The utilization of color, which is an integral component of the design and the overall content, is very vital. Homes designed with consideration for color application from the beginning can use more interesting and complex compositions compared to styles that do not have the color selection from the beginning. The Crystal Lake Ranch Committee supports the utilization of earth tone colors. The goal is to create a diversity of color that adds character to the complete community by complementing the natural setting of the particular site.

7] Texture

Our region's intense mountain daylight reflects an amazing quantity of sunshine energy; therefore, a rich and varied palette of textures is required to attenuate the reflectivity of walls and roofs. Although excessively dramatic or shiny texturing should be controlled because it is often equally disruptive to the visual setting. Random refined texturing is most famous for visually distracting repetitive patterns.

8] Shadow

A vital part of style is the use of shadow. The utilization of depth within the architectural style is desirable at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH. A home built without attention to this part of the style might seem to lack compatibility with its context. A transitional space or architectural feature, such as a covered walkway bridging an interior space to its exterior counterpart, is a necessary component to augment the visual appeal and livability of the home. Additionally, depth in door and window openings will add value to the visual quality of the home.

9] Material Integration

Architecture Review doesn't stipulate specific criteria concerning the allowable kind and placement of exterior materials. Rather, it depends on the experience of the planning skills to form solutions that respond to the requirements of the actual site while complying with Crystal Lake Ranch Design Guidelines. The purpose of this element is to confirm that, in addition to providing the correct quantity of exterior material, artfulness in overall composition is also achieved. The mixture of textures shall be complementary instead of competitive. Colors shall be compatible, and their placement should enhance the opposite components of style integrity, like balance, appropriateness, and visual strength.

10] Visual Strength

One of the determinants of a design's visual strength is how the structure's components look and feel once assembled. A well-composed home that has excelled in the style components listed here will have visual strength.

11] Appropriateness

The degree of diversity of individual style expression is measured against the goals for the overall character of CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH. Some styles are also deemed inappropriate or incompatible with these goals and are not necessarily a reflection of the quality of the design. Appropriateness also applies to all or any alternative components listed here concerning the parts being compatible in scale, materials, color choice, etc.

12] Creative Endeavor

This part acknowledges that the standards considered here aren't meant to dictate nor inhibit the general creative quality of a style submission. A style is also exempt from specific design review criteria if the planning success incorporates all alternative components contained herein. The exception should not cause an undue negative impact on neighboring properties or to the community as a whole. Creative attention to each of the elements of composition marks the difference between a design that succeeds and tracks efficiently through the Crystal Lake Ranch Architecture Review process and one that will likely not be approved.

The Architecture Review process at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH is designed to foster an interactive collaboration among the Owner, their Architect, and the Architecture Review team. This partnership aims to achieve a distinctive, well-crafted design solution for each property, while respecting the reasonable limits set by the expanded opportunities for design expression. All homes in CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH must be designed by licensed Architects. If an Owner wishes to engage a design professional who is not licensed, they must reach out to the Architecture Review office to discuss the selection process in detail. With fewer prescriptive mandates, communication among all parties is crucial to avoid unnecessary or costly pursuits of unacceptable design solutions. To facilitate this, CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH will provide open-door access for Architects to test concepts informally along the way, ensuring that each design progresses towards a suitable outcome. Meetings will be scheduled upon request by either the Architect or the Owner, and project submissions can be sent via email for review. While the Preliminary and Final Design submissions may mirror traditional processes, effective communication among all parties will transform these reviews into confirmations of a well-evolved design concept. The fee for Architect Reviews is $250, payable by check upon completion of the revision process.

1] Getting Started

When an Owner decides to initiate the design for a new home at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH, we would love to hear from them. This informal conversation can take place over coffee at the Architecture Review office or via telephone for Owners located out of town. A primary goal of this meeting is to familiarize the Architecture Review team with the Owner's intentions for their home design at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH. During this discussion, we may learn the name of the Architect, or if one has not been selected, we can assist with selection criteria for the Owner to consider.

2] Orientation & Pre-Design Meeting

This onsite meeting will involve the Architect, the Architecture Review team, and the Owner if they wish to participate. During this session, we will identify specific site constraints, review Design Review principles, and address any questions. For an Architect's first project in CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH, the agenda will also include discussions about the home's orientation, planned foundation, design style, and outdoor features. A site analysis is required at this stage.

3] Concept Review Meeting

In this meeting, the Architect will present the initial concept for the structures and the site, allowing for a formal response from the Architecture Review team prior to developing the design for the Preliminary Submittal. This step is crucial as it provides a 'Go' or 'No Go' decision based on conceptual design sketches, helping to prevent the expenditure of significant time on a design that may not be viable.

4] Preliminary Design Submittal

This is the most critical checkpoint in the process. During the Preliminary Design Submittal, the Architect will present the developed concept, reflecting insights gained from site visits, conceptual reviews, and their creative input. In addition to the standard drawings for this phase, a massing model of the proposed structure and its site is required. Once approved, the design is finalized, and construction drawings may commence. Upon conclusion of this phase, Architecture Review will issue the applicant a “wet stamp” from CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH (HOA), enabling the submission of plans for building permit review.

5] Final Design Submittal

The Architecture Review team will assess the plans prepared for construction to ensure they conform to the previously approved Preliminary Design. Following approval from both the Architecture Review and the Architectural Committee, the Final Design will release the Building Permit, paving the way for the Pre-construction meeting.

6] Construction Phase

COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OUTLINED IN THE CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES AND CONSTRUCTION REGULATIONS SECTIONS OF THIS HANDBOOK IS MANDATORY. FOR FURTHER DETAILS, PLEASE REFER TO THESE SECTIONS. THE ARCHITECTURE REVIEW FEE IS DUE AT THE START OF THIS PHASE. APPLICANTS SHOULD REQUEST SPECIFIC CHECKLISTS FOR EACH STEP OUTLINED ABOVE BEFORE COMMENCING THE REVIEW PROCESS. FOR CURRENT INFORMATION RELEVANT TO YOUR PROJECT, PLEASE CONTACT THE ARCHITECTURE REVIEW.

1.1 Site Analysis

A thorough review of a property's planning considerations can result in an extraordinary project.

Anything less than full attention to these considerations will result in a project never being what it could be, even with the most-accomplished architectural design.

A thorough understanding of a project site in advance of the design process is strongly encouraged. Following the recommendations of the geotechnical report in the early part of the design process is strongly encouraged. Submission of the analysis to Architecture Review is not required.

Contact Architecture Review for items to review and document [solar orientation, topography, views, vegetation, access, etc.] when conducting the site analysis.

1.2 Additional Structures

The benefits of creating compounds of separated structures for Guest Houses and other accessory structures are multiple. They not only increase the options for property owners to create discreet environments for separate activities and can reduce the functional needs for structure, maintenance and cleaning, but perhaps most importantly, they can reduce the impact of larger structures on the environment.

Each Estate parcel contains the development opportunity to construct an additional structure.

Residential accessory uses are permitted as follows:

1. Uses that are customarily part of a single-family dwelling but not limited to swimming pool houses, workshops, studios, garages, playhouses, treehouses, pavilions, gazebos, and guest houses.
2. Floor area for all residential accessory uses is 1,000 square feet for parcels less than 3 acres. Floor area for parcels larger than 5 acres is restricted only by building coverage, and maximum building size.

A property that features a Guest Residence in addition to the Primary Residence should endeavor to establish a hierarchy of structures such that the Guest Residence is connected to the Primary Residence by way of architectural style, materials, and colors, yet be subordinate to the size and scale of the Primary Residence.

1.3 Driveways

When planning your project at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH, endeavor to maintain that rural camp feeling by minimizing the visual impacts of vehicular access and parking.

The establishment of driveways shall not impede the drainage of water along the side of the road in the established ditches, water bars, and drainages. When necessary; driveways shall incorporate a culvert or tinhorn longer than the width of the intended driveway. The culvert shall be back cut at 20 degrees and graded/stabilized to ensure protection against erosion.

Limit slopes of driveways at the road and in the area for unloading and near the parking areas to the minimum required to promote sufficient drainage. Parking areas and driveway aprons must be located within the building envelope, not inside the setback areas.

1.4 Gates and Fences

Entry gates and monuments at driveway entries are permitted, provided they are set back from the adjoining right-of-way approximately 50 feet to allow vehicles to be fully off the main road while accessing the gate. Gates and Monuments are not limited in height, however, shall be of a scale to complement the surrounding entry as well as the architecture of the Primary Residence. When operable, entry gates shall be provided with an automatic opener and shall be constructed sufficiently to prevent sagging. Entry gates shall not be of solid materials such as board-on-board fencing nor any fencing prohibited on this guideline.

Walls and fences should endeavor to extend the architecture of the home into the landscape, enhancing the outdoor living areas or serving as a screen for service and storage areas. Gates shall complement the design and scale of the fence or wall of which they are a part. Walls and fences are limited to 4-foot height. Such walls shall be permitted to be solid only where connected to the home or ancillary structure. Solid privacy fencing that limits the views across and through the community is prohibited. Retaining walls may be used as necessary to preserve unique site attributes, or where they are designed as architectural extensions of the home or ancillary structure. Retaining walls will be a maximum of 6 feet in height and utilize materials that complement the architecture.

Fencing along the entire perimeter of an Owner's property line is prohibited. Wire or chain-link fences for containing pets must be dark-coated wire on posts that visually disappear into the landscape and may not be located within any of the lot setbacks.

The address signage may be located directly adjacent to the right-of-way.

The lighting of driveway entrances is permitted provided the lighting is directed downward and the light source is shielded from the road and neighboring lots. Lighting shall be kept to the minimum amount required to illuminate the address number and comply with the color temperature stated in this Guideline.

1.5 Lighting

Exterior lighting should endeavor to preserve the night sky and the quality of darkness. It shall use low-intensity light sources providing light limited to what is required for safety and security. It shall avoid light pollution by focusing light downward on specific areas and contain the light escaping outward or upward through the proper selection of fixtures, lamps, installation, and placement, and the design and construction of enclosures. Exterior lighting shall not brightly light large areas in a way that is visible from neighboring lots, roads, or amenity trails.

1.6 Screening

All utilities and mechanical systems (HVAC units, wells, utility meters, etc.) shall be screened from view from the right-of-way and neighboring lots. Screening shall be incorporated into the architecture of the building or shall be of a construction complementary to that of the building it serves. Screening can also be achieved by plantings native to the area. Adequate screening is accomplished when such equipment is not visible from the neighboring property line.

Any fuel tanks which serve a dwelling must be concealed with screening or landscaping and placed on the side or back of the dwelling.

Well, caps should be protected from the weather with an unobtrusive enclosure.

Septic Systems and All above-ground components of septic systems shall be screened from view. All trenching done for installation of septic, utilities, or water shall be backfilled and graded to the original grade.

Standby generators and supporting automatic transfer switches and pass-through electrical panels shall be placed in a location to screen them from view from the right of way and other lots. Standby generators shall be propane powered. Portable generators shall not be used instead of a standby generator.

1.7 Landscape Design

The natural vegetation that has been disturbed by construction shall be re-established upon completion and occupancy of the building. The planting area around Improvements is divided into two categories:

Landscaped Area: The landscaped area is an area within 20 feet of structures that will most likely be disturbed during construction activities and require complete revegetation. In revegetating this area, the plant palette may contain limited amounts of non-native and turfgrass species in more formal and geometric arrangements. Even within the landscaped area, the design shall endeavor to maintain its natural character.

Natural Area: The Natural Area consists of all remaining areas within the lot. The Natural Area should remain in its existing vegetated state to screen and obscure the Improvements from adjacent properties, rights-of-way, and amenity trails or similar spaces. Areas that are outside the Landscaped Area that have been disturbed by construction activities will be returned to their natural state, using indigenous plants.

Trees

New plantings of any kind should be indigenous and non-invasive naturalized species adapted to the climate.

The use of irrigation systems will be minimized to conserve precious resources. Careful planting design with indigenous or naturalized materials will create landscapes that naturally flourish in the climate. Necessary irrigation systems will employ water-conserving materials and methods such as drip lines, weather sensors, proper water head distribution, and focus. All permanent irrigation systems shall be below ground. Collection or harvesting systems are permitted.

• baldcypress (Taxodium distichum)
• black walnut (Juglans nigra)
• Chinese pistache (Pistacia chinensis)
• dogwood, flowering (Cornus florida)
• dogwood, roughleaf (Cornus drummondii)
• eastern redcedar (Juniperus virginiana)
• elm, American (Ulmus americana)
• elm, lacebark (Ulmus parvifolia)
• hackberry (Celtis occidentalis)
• Kentucky coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus)
• oak, bur (Quercus macrocarpa)
• oak, sawtooth (Quercus acutissima)
• oak, Shumard (Quercus shumardii)
• pine, loblolly (Pinus taeda)
• pine, pinyon (Pinus cembroides)
• redbud (Cercis canadensis)
• soapberry, western (Sapindus drummondii)

1.8 Signage

Each lot with a residence is required to have street identification at the driveway entrance at a 3 ft minimum. This shall be either in the form of an address post or incorporated into the design of an Entry Gate & Monument.

Family or Property Signage: Standalone signage providing Family Names or Property Names to identify a property shall match the design aesthetics of the mountain Community.

This is the time when you might start thinking of the name of your property—

Construction Signage: During lot sales or construction activities the erection of temporary signage not exceeding 12 SF is permitted. Such signage may display the lot number, serve as temporary address signage, and may contain other important information related to the sale or construction on the lot.

Temporary Construction signage shall be removed upon occupancy of the home or improvement under construction.

Sign Lighting: Signs are not permitted to be lighted, except for the address numbers, unless included as part of an Entry Gate & Monument design approved. All exterior lighting shall comply with lighting temperature specifications.

2.1 Style, Order and Proportion

The Primary Residence is to be distinguished from other structures on the property. It is typically the largest in size and scale and is the primary gathering space. The design of the Primary Residence serves to inspire and inform the architecture of the property. It should incorporate the highest level of ornamentation and detailing. It is not a requirement that the Primary Residence be the first to be constructed on the property, however, its placement on the site relative to other buildings and structures is important. The location of the Primary Residence should be a part of the very initial plans for a property's development.

CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH is planned to be a Mountain Lodge Resort Style community.

Historically, mountain architecture in this country has ranged from the very simple small cabin to large, complex chateaus and amazing mountain lodges found in the great camps of the east and west. Draw not only from these domestic examples of great mountain architecture but also from those found in mountain climates around the world.

The backdrop of our topography makes for a compelling argument to be complementary in form. Take clues from mountainous forms. Attempt to neither replicate, nor stand in stark contrast . . . rather play with and enhance the environment found at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH whether with timbers and slate or sinuous shapes of weathering steel and concrete.

There are differing views on the definition of an inviting lodge in the country, but we all sense the presence of a pleasing cadence in a well-designed home. Work on perfecting the rhythm of the project as it is viewed from offsite.

2.2 Building Area

Structures should not dominate their sites; rather they should sit gracefully into their surroundings. Maximum building sizes are based on the character of the property including determinants such as size, visibility from common areas and water views, and the extent of screening vegetation.

Refer to the Development Notebook Sheets for the allowable enclosed building area for an individual property. The enclosed area is defined as the square footage of heated floor area measured from outside of the exterior wall to outside of the exterior wall. This does not include porches, terraces or decks that are not fully enclosed, nor unfinished attics, basements or garages.

2.3 Building Height

Structures should not dominate their site. They should be configured so as to respond to the site's features — usually working with, rather than against, the topography.

At the discretion of Architecture Review, some taller elements of the home may extend up to 42 feet. Building height for one story Cabins is limited to 28 feet above the original / natural grade.

At the discretion of Architecture Review, an element of the structure (such as a tower element or a vista loft) may extend to a height of 32 feet when tastefully incorporated as a feature element of an exemplary design. In addition to the requirement to complement the site's existing features, keep in mind the need for homes to be scaled to relate well to their occupants.

2.4 Materials and Colors

Architects are required to present exterior materials and colors in a palette designed to complement the existing landscape found on each property prior to any construction.

The CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH Community Plan Design Guidelines require that exterior materials should generally be natural materials that blend and are compatible with the native landscape of the specific parcel and development.

With this in mind, locally sourced materials should also be chosen for their ability to age gracefully and require the least amount of ongoing maintenance possible.

Materials imitating another product will generally not be approved. Examples are non-wood products embossed to imitate wood such as wood-grained cement fiber board siding or concrete stamped to imitate stones. Only high quality materials, complementary to the mountain setting will be approved.

Logs, heavy timber posts, beams and trusses at gable ends are encouraged to add character to the architecture, beams should be sealed and stained instead of painted in a solid color.

Plywood or cement board and stucco will generally not be approved as primary siding materials. But may be approved on a case-by-case basis, primarily as an accent material where it is demonstrated that the application and color are appropriate.

Natural, locally sourced stone, foundations, chimneys, outdoor fireplaces, and exterior facades are encouraged to utilize stone veneers or load bearing stone masonry on at least 25% of the exterior facade, the use of dry stack stone is discouraged in the community.

Interior window coverings facing the outside of the residence shall be of a color that is harmonious with the finishes used on the exterior of the home and are not permitted to be white or off-white.

While there are no specific measurable limitations for most properties, for compatibility with the surroundings, Architects are encouraged to provide a palette of exterior finishes on the darker side of the spectrum of available choices. White, shiny, or extremely contrasting materials and colors will not be approved. Prior to installation, the approval of all exterior materials applied to the home is subject to an onsite review and approval by Architecture Review.

2.5 Accessory Structures

Where possible, split the total square footage into multiple structures. The “family compound” is an image that is welcomed at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH.

Create projects which spread the total volume of structures among more than one building.

Separate outbuildings such as free-standing garages, guest quarters, in-law units, pavilions, etc are desired to encourage camp-based compound imagery and to minimize the impact of singularly-large buildings within CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH.

Small, stand-alone structures are a welcome component in helping to create the family compound.

2.6 Garages

In planning your project, diminish the visual impact of cars at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH. To encourage the indoor storage of all vehicles, no limit is placed on vehicle storage space beyond the limits found on accessory square footage.

Unless substantially screened from view by structures, site walls, or thick tree cover, or for some compelling other reason, garage doors primarily facing the roadways will not be approved. Whenever possible, turn the doors away from the street, preferably into an auto court, or design the entrance to the garage cleverly so as not to have a negative impact on the street.

Consider modestly scaled portals into automobile courts such that the garage doors are only apparent from within. Break rows of numerous garage doors into groupings or separate them so as not to provide a too-repetitive façade.

When thoughtfully integrated into the remainder of the project's architecture, covered, but not enclosed, vehicle storage is preferred over parking vehicles in the open.

Keep in mind that under free-standing garage buildings must be counted in the area allowed for accessory structures.

Wooden garage doors are preferred for the detail and character that wood provides.

2.7 Roofs

Large volumes contained within steep roofs can create overly-heavy massing of homes. Consider the use of low-pitched slopes to minimize the visual impact of the roof structure.

Roofing in a mountain climate is an important consideration for not only its appearance, but also for the pragmatic issues of resistance to fire, wind, sun, rain and ice. Consider deep overhangs to divert water away from the building and to reduce the impacts of intense solar exposure. Design roofing systems with resistance to these elements in mind.

When designing your build, acknowledge the impact of the design of the roof, think of earth tone colors medium to dark browns, warm grays, black or other muted colors that blend into the surroundings instead of shiny or bright colors like blue, yellow, red or white, which will not be approved.

Whether employing steeply-pitched roof structures or something nearly flat, Class A roofing materials are required to minimize the threat of fire. If using a painted metal roof, it must be a finish specified as low- or ultra-low gloss to reduce its reflectance and a color that complements not only the rest of the home's materials but also the native landscape of the specific property on which it is located.

2.8 Decks

The inclusion of elevated living spaces for outdoor enjoyment is often a programmatic requirement for CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH homes.

Integration into the architecture and/or site is an important consideration. This can be achieved by including structural elements that visually ground the deck to the home or to grade.

Spindly or insignificant deck supports will not be approved. Stone or timber columns are preferred.

2.9 Foundation

Basement, slab and crawl foundations are accepted.

It is preferred to cover the exterior of the foundation with stone veneer or stone masonry.

All buildings must be erected from a foundation.

Prefabricated buildings are not allowed.

2.10 Sport Courts, Pools and Spas

CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH is equal parts recreation and relaxation.

Sport courts, pools and outside spas may be allowed if they are successfully integrated into the home's site [and building] design concept. Consideration will be on a case-by-case basis where the size of the property and the siting proposed for the court accommodates it well. These elements should not appear to have been designed as afterthoughts and simply appended to the home.

Sports courts [tennis, basketball etc.] cannot include lighting for evening use. Pools and spas may have underwater lighting as appropriate for safety as long as they do not create light pollution or light trespass.

2.11 Lighting

The ability for all to see an abundance of stars at night is one of the characteristics that maintains a rural atmosphere. Minimize light pollution to maintain that view. Additionally, be considerate of neighbors by minimizing light trespass onto their properties.

Exterior lighting will only be allowed within the Building envelope in areas where the fixtures serve to light occupied areas of the home, such as a porch, walkway, patio, or deck.

Light trespass is defined as the creation of a shadow from light fixtures [by way of the direct rays from the lamp] onto a neighboring property. Design or specify exterior lighting fixtures to prohibit this from occurring with the use of fully-shielded, downward-projecting fixtures.

Light pollution is the escape of light into the night sky. Cumulatively, this limits our ability to see the nighttime sky clearly. Exterior light fixtures must be shielded to prohibit up-lighting.

Single instances of a fixture emitting a high level of unshielded light can negatively impact neighbors across very long distances.

Additional concerns should be considered with glazing that allows excessive interior lighting to escape — especially by way of well-illuminated garages and skylights receiving direct rays of interior light fixtures. For these conditions, install window and skylight coverings to reduce the incidence of light escaping after dark.

Safety and security lighting is allowed around the home and along driveways when believed to be necessary. Motion sensor-activated fixtures with automatic shutoff after five minutes are required to minimize offsite impacts from exterior security and safety lighting including any installed at driveways. Where possible, maintain setbacks for all exterior-mounted fixtures that are at least 3 times the mounting height away from the property line. For example a light fixture that is mounted at 10 feet high should be at least 30 feet from a property line.

2.12 Fireplaces and Fire Pits

All exterior fireplaces shall be natural-gas burning. All interior wood-burning fireplaces shall also be plumbed [roughed-in] for natural gas.

There are no limits to the number of natural-gas-only devices.

Employ the use of fire-resistive construction techniques to reduce the potential that your home could start or contribute to a structure or wild land fire.

All of us are aware of the sometimes-extreme fire danger that exists in the mountains. When designing your project, always be cognizant of the dry conditions and high fire danger by designing projects that respond to this concern.

Design outdoor landscapes creating defensible space and buildings using fire-resistive materials.

2.13 Mechanical Equipment and Utilities

Give consideration to the architectural integration of utility meters, AC condensers and generators so they do not appear as an afterthought. Check with the servicing utility providers for their specific requirements. All utilities must be screened, only chamber septic tanks will be allowed.

Thoughtful design of the ways we store garbage until collection will minimize impacts on the region's wildlife populations.

Design areas to temporarily store household garbage pending pick-up in such a way as to not attract wildlife.

Incorporate refuse enclosures into a structure — either the main building or an extension thereof and preferably not visible from the roads.

The building of enclosed trash receptacles is recommended to prevent the presence of wildlife near it.

Vehicle Access

Before starting any residential construction activity at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH, all contractors must meet with Security staff to provide descriptions of cars and trucks that may need access to the project's site. No person or vehicle will be able to travel past the CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH entry gate until the requested information has been received and the vehicle's Pass has been issued. We may require proof of vehicle insurance as a condition of entry. Pass holders may only travel to properties noted on the Pass. Security staff may deny entry into CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH to any Pass holder who violates the provisions of, the Architecture Handbook or any other Community Association rule.

Traffic Parking

Safety is paramount at CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH, Security staff will enforce traffic regulations and parking rules. Property Owners, their guests and agents [including family members, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, architects, employees, etc.] are required to follow all Vehicle Safety Rules. The General Contractor in charge of a specific project is responsible for the actions of the Pass holders [construction crew members, sub-contractors, suppliers, etc.] but will not be responsible for their traffic-related fines.

All persons entering must obey the Vehicle Safety Rules. Violations may result in fines and the temporary suspension of the privilege to drive in CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH. In the event of a Vehicle Safety Rule violation, one warning may be given for minor infractions before a fine will be imposed or driving privileges temporarily suspended. SECURITY STAFF will have the information on speed limits and traffic regulations.

Equipment Operations / Parking

Construction crews may not park on or use areas outside of the project's Construction Zone, on commonly-owned areas or in areas identified as open space. All vehicles must be parked in the approved driveway and turnaround areas. If construction vehicles cannot be kept inside of the Construction Zone, overflow parking may occur along the edge of the roadway during construction hours. Vehicles may only park on one side of the road with all tires on the paved area.

Construction vehicles may not park on neighboring properties, driveways, common areas, open space or along any road adjacent to occupied homes. If the road is not wide enough to facilitate on-street parking near the construction site, crews may need to park further away where the road is wider. Parking on the shoulder of the road is not allowed.

Performing vehicle maintenance is not allowed unless the vehicle is disabled such that its operation is unsafe. In that case the vehicle must be towed to an offsite repair facility.

Intentional or unintentional discharge of fluids is not allowed. Vehicles that are leaking fluids may be refused entry or requested to be taken off property until it is proven that it has been repaired.

Heavy equipment must have a means of absorption or containment of leaking fluids underneath whenever the equipment is not in use. At the end of the work day, all construction equipment must be parked within the Construction Zone. Overnight storage of heavy equipment and vehicles is only permitted on active construction sites where construction activity using the equipment is ongoing daily.

Material Deliveries

All building materials, equipment and machinery required for construction must be delivered to and remain within the Construction Zone of each property, clear of all setbacks. This includes building materials, earth-moving equipment, generators, mixers, cranes and any other equipment or machinery that will remain at the project site overnight.

Material delivery vehicles may not drive across setbacks [except via the construction access], adjacent properties, common areas or golf course property to access a construction site or provide deliveries in a road or right-of-way.

Construction Debris

Contractors are responsible to clean up all construction debris at the end of each work day. A commercial dumpster must remain on project site during all phases of active construction. Please locate all dumpsters in the Construction Zone.

During construction, each site must be kept neat and be properly monitored to prevent it from becoming an eyesore for neighbors, common area or open space. Clean-up costs incurred by the HOA or Architecture Review in enforcing these requirements shall be reimbursed by the Contractor or subtracted from the Construction Deposit.

Dirt, mud or debris resulting from activity on each construction site must be removed daily from roadways, open spaces and driveways.

Concrete and Waste Management

All waste from the cleaning of concrete equipment [mixers, delivery trucks, line pumps and boom trucks] must occur in the concrete truck-based reclaiming system or a recycling bin and legally disposed of off-site.

Dust and Noise

The Contractor is responsible for controlling dust and noise generated from their construction site, including the removal of dirt and mud from road ways and rights-of-way daily that is the result of construction activity on the property.

Contractors must cover stock-piled materials and provide sufficient watering to eliminate any fugitive dust. Consider the requirement to eliminate dust from leaving the project site during periods of inactivity as well as during construction operations.

The use of audio equipment must not be audible beyond the property lines, especially adjacent to common parcels and occupied homes. Repeated violations may result in fines and prohibition of any use of any audio equipment during construction.

Temporary Power

Existing power supplies must be used when available. Do not use generators unless power service is unable to be provided by the power company. Due to noise concerns, fuel-powered generators should never be used when there is an existing power source on site. Power lines shall be placed underground at the earliest possible opportunity.

Work Hours

Excessive noise is defined as activities that generate noise audible from off site such as heavy equipment operation, hammering, power sawing, concrete delivery, compressor-generated tools, etc. Quiet outdoor construction activities such as hand landscaping, activity within an enclosed structure, hand-painting and staining is permitted on Saturdays. Construction [including landscaping by anyone other than the Property Owner] is not permitted on Sundays.

There are several days each year when construction may be restricted due to holidays or community events. The HOA Community Association will establish dates for these holidays, community events and special occasions each year. Contractors will be notified in advance of these occasions and are responsible for restricting work as required on their sites on these days.

Temporary Sanitation Site

Contractors are responsible for providing adequate sanitation facilities for all workers and visitors to their project site at all times until Final Release is requested in writing. Temporary toilets must be located within the Construction Zone.

Alcohol, Controlled Substances & Firearms

The possession or use of any type of firearm anywhere within CRYSTAL LAKE RANCH is prohibited.

Fires, Flammable Materials & Fire Extinguishers

Fires are only allowed for equipment designed to heat space, masonry water, roofing products, plumbing fittings, etc. Careless disposal of cigarettes and other flammable materials as well as the build-up of potentially flammable materials constituting a fire hazard is prohibited.

Additional restrictions may be imposed during periods of high fire danger.

Site Visits

Visitors to active project sites are limited to those persons with official business relating to the construction activity, such as construction workers and tradespeople, architect's staff, building officials, Security staff, Architecture Review staff Board of Directors, sales personnel, and the property Owner[s] and their family. There can be no invitations extended to non-owner friends or family.

Pets

No pets, except for disability-assisting dogs, may be brought onto the property by anyone other than the Owner.

If the Owner brings a pet to the site, it must be properly contained within the property or leashed when taken beyond the property lines.

Construction Trailers & Materials Storage

Temporary buildings for offices or material storage shall not be used for any kind of advertising. Material storage shall be as orderly as practical. The placement and appearance of all trailers and storage containers must be approved in advance by Architecture Review.

Signs

Contact Architecture Review for design specifications [materials, colors, etc.] and installation requirements [placement, maximum height, etc.] before designing, fabricating, or installing a temporary project sign.

Construction Timeframe

Architecture Review Application

Crystal Lake Ranch

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

WHEREAS Crystal Lake Ranch, LLC (“the Developer”), is the owner of that certain tract of real property situated in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, and described as follows:

See Exhibit A, attached hereto

The real property described in Exhibit A is hereinafter referred to as “the Property”.

Crystal Lake Ranch, LLC does hereby certify that the Property has been divided into Lots 1-35 of Crystal Lake Ranch (the “Subdivision”), a plat of survey for which was recorded on January 31, 2021 in Plat Cabinet Number 2 at Page 307 in the records of the Office of the County Clerk of McCurtain County, Oklahoma. Crystal Lake Ranch, LLC does intend to sell the lots of said subdivision subject to the conditions and restrictions hereinafter named.

THEREFORE, For the purpose of providing an orderly development of the Property, and for the further purpose of providing adequate restrictive covenants for the mutual benefit of all present and future owners of the Property, the following restrictions and reservations are hereby imposed upon all Subdivision lots (which lots may be collectively referred to herein as “Lot or Lots”):

1. All Lots shall be used solely for residential purposes and nightly rentals. There shall be no commercial business conducted or permitted on any other Lots, except that nightly cabin rentals are permitted.
2. Homes and/or cabins in the subdivision shall be no less than 1,500 square feet of heated and cooled space.
3. No structures shall be erected, altered, placed or permitted to remain on any Lot other than one (1) detached single family dwelling and a private garage and other outbuildings incidental to residential use of the building site. All outbuildings must be similar in appearance and construction to the single family dwelling.
4. The location of all dwelling units and other permitted buildings or structures must be approved in advance by the Developer prior to construction of the same.
5. All structures shall be sightly, of neat construction and character to enhance the value of the property. Prior to beginning construction on any Lot, the owner thereof must first obtain written approval from the Developer or the Crystal Lake Ranch Homeowners Association (“HOA”) for the site plan, building plans and specifications.
6. All structures shall be of native building materials such as: rock, stone, wood, concrete siding finished as wood, etc., on no less than 80 percent (excluding roof, glass, windows and doors) on the exterior. No more than 20 percent of non-native materials shall be used on the exterior walls such as brick, vinyl, processed wood, metal, etc.
7. Roof pitch and color must be consistent within the other structures in the subdivision and must be approved by either the Developer. Approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. Any shingled roof must be approved by the Developer. Blue roofs, red roofs, or other brightly colored roofs are not permitted in the subdivision.
8. Driveways for personal use must originate from a point of the original dedicated/platted roads of the Subdivision and shall terminate at a point not outside of owner's original Lot. It is the intent of this covenant to prohibit ingress and egress from any other area or adjoining Lot. However, this prohibition does not apply in the event that the owner of a Lot receives a written easement to access said Lot from the owner(s) of adjacent property lying outside Crystal Lake Ranch subdivision.
9. Easements for installation and maintenance of roadways, cart paths, public and/or private utilities and drainage facilities, as shown on the recorded plat of the Subdivision, are herein reserved and within these easements no structure, planting, or other material shall be placed or permitted to remain which may damage or interfere with the installation and maintenance of utilities, or which may alter the direction of flow of road ditches or drainage channels in the easements, or which may obstruct or retard the flow of water in the easements. The easement area of each Lot and all improvements shall be maintained continuously by the owner of the Lot, except for those improvements for which a public authority or utility company is responsible.
10. No animals, livestock, or poultry of any kind shall be raised, bred, or kept on any Lot except that dogs, cats or other household pets may be kept, provided they are not kept, bred or maintained for any commercial purposes, and further provided that said animals do not become nuisances to the surrounding property owners.
11. No debris, trash, or unsightly accumulation of materials shall be allowed to remain on the Lots, except that during the time in which a home or cabin is under construction (which time may not exceed twelve (12) months), building materials may be stored on the Lot in an orderly and tidy manner. During the construction phase, the owner or contractor must maintain a portable restroom on the Lot on which the construction is taking place; provided however, that if said owner or contractor has another portable restroom within 50 yards of the Lot, then no additional restroom is required. Upon completion of construction, all such building materials and portable restrooms must be removed immediately and subsequent to the completion of construction, all trash must be stored in garbage containers. At no time, during construction or afterward, shall burning of debris, trash or building materials be allowed.
12. No Lot shall be used for outside storage; any materials or motorized vehicles shall be stored on premises must be kept in an enclosure, complete with roof and sides.
13. During the time in which a home or cabin is under construction (which time may not exceed twelve (12) months), the owner of the Lot may park a motor home, recreational vehicle or camper trailer upon said owners Lot. After the earlier completion of said construction or said twelve (12) month period, no such motor home, recreational vehicle or camper trailer may be parked on the owner's Lot. No automobile or automobiles may be parked on the Lots unless such automobile is on inflated tires and in mechanical operating condition.
14. Except for the Lot described in paragraph 1 of these covenants (for which commercial use is permitted), no fence may be constructed on a Lot without prior written approval of the Developer or the HOA and in no event shall said fence be allowed to interfere with or cross easements herein reserved on any Lot.
15. For the mutual benefit of the owners of subdivision's Lots, the Developer has or will incorporate under the laws of the State of Oklahoma a corporation known as Crystal Lake Ranch Homeowner's Association, Inc. (the “HOA”) to exercise the functions of the HOA, which include but are not limited to the maintenance of the subdivision's roads, cart paths and related facilities. All Lots in the subdivision shall be subject to the fees, assessments and other actions legally imposed or taken by the HOA. The initial dues for said HOA shall be $2,000 per Lot and shall be paid by any purchaser of a Lot from the Developer.
16. Membership in the HOA is mandatory, and shall be restricted to those owners of any Lot in the subdivision. Such owners shall be a member of the HOA. The membership of an owner shall become effective for all purposes upon the owner's receipt of fee simple title to a Lot (such as by deed). Membership shall be appurtenant to and may not be separated from ownership of any Lot.
17. The HOA shall be governed by a Board of Directors, which shall act in a manner set forth in the HOA's articles of incorporation and bylaws, a copy of which may be obtained upon request from the HOA's officers or directors or the Developer. All pertinent provisions of said articles of incorporation and bylaws shall apply to the owners of any Lot in the subdivision.
18. The Developer may appoint an initial Board of Directors for the HOA. Subsequent Board of Directors shall be elected in accordance with the bylaws of said HOA.
19. Each owner of a Lot in the subdivision, by acceptance of a deed therefor or through other means of conveyance (such as court decree), whether or not it shall be so expressed in any such deed or other conveyance, shall be deemed to covenant and agree to pay to the HOA initial dues, annual dues and special assessments for capital improvements, all of which are to be established and collected from time to time as provided herein and in the HOA bylaws, a copy of which may be obtained upon request from the Developer. Any such dues, together with interest thereon and costs of collection, shall be a charge and a continuing lien on the particular Lot against which they are assessed and shall further be the personal obligation of the owners of such Lot at the time when the dues were assessed. Such lien shall continue on the Lot against any new owner until it is paid.
20. No improvements shall be erected nearer than twenty-five (25) feet from any subdivision road or an easement reserved herein or in the subdivision plat. On all Lots, no improvements shall be erected nearer than twenty-five (25) feet from any property line dividing two Lots.
21. No existing erected buildings or structures of any sort may be moved onto and/or placed on any portion of the Subdivision without the prior written approval of the Developer or the HOA.
22. The use of firearms, fireworks, activities, noise or other nuisances that cause annoyance or discomfort to other homeowners or that interfere with the general safety and peace within the Subdivision is strictly prohibited.
23. Any vehicular traffic in the subdivision must obey posted speed limit signs.
24. The use of all-terrain or off-road motorized vehicles (e.g., 3-wheelers, 4-wheelers, side-by-sides, dirt bikes and the like) shall be allowed, provided that they remain on the subdivision streets, obey any speed limit signs, and do not produce loud exhaust noises. The use of said vehicles on empty lots in the subdivision is prohibited.
25. If the parties hereto, or any of them or their heirs or assigns shall violate any of the covenants herein, it shall be lawful for the HOA to prosecute any proceedings at law or in equity against the person or persons violating or attempting to violate any such covenant either to prevent them from so doing or to recover damages or other dues for such violation.
26. All septic systems installed on any Tract shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations issued by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, including but not limited to those contained in the Oklahoma Administrative Code relating to individual and small public on-site sewage treatment systems.
27. All propane storage tanks used on any Tract must be installed underground.
28. There shall be a maximum of two (2) signs of any kind that shall be displayed to the public on any Lot. No sign may be more than five (5) square feet in size. The signs must be professionally made and shall be for one of the following permitted purposes: (a) the name and/or address of the structure and/or management company; (b) advertising the property for sale; (c) the name of the builder (during the construction phase).
29. Neither the owner of a Lot nor any person on said owner's behalf shall cause or allow the flow of water through the road ditches or drainage channels to be impeded by virtue of the installation of a driveway on a Lot, by failure to use a culvert under a driveway when needed, or by installing or maintaining a culvert that does not allow sufficient water flow and allows water to back up or be diverted, the result of which is that water run onto another owner's Lot or across a road.
30. Any matter requiring the approval of the HOA may be approved by a committee to whom the Board of Directors of the HOA has delegated the authority to give such approval.
31. Lot 33 may be designated, at the Developer's discretion, as a Common Area for use by the owners of all Lots in the subdivision and their invitees. Maintenance, improvement, upkeep, supervision and repair of the Common Area(s) shall be the responsibility of the HOA, which may institute rules and regulations regarding the same. The Developer may at its discretion convey Lot 33 or any additional property designated by the Developer as a Common Area to the HOA. The Developer reserves the right to enter the Common Area(s) for the construction, installation, repair or replacement of any improvements or amenities to the Common Areas.
32. These restrictions and covenants are to run with the land and shall be binding on all present and future owners of Lots in the subdivision and all parties and persons claiming under them unless a recorded instrument signed either by (a) the Developer within four years of the date of this document or (b) the owners of a majority of said Lots changes, modifies or amends said restrictions and covenants in whole or in part However, no changes, modifications or amendments to paragraph number 1 herein may be made to prohibit commercial use of the Lot described therein without the written approval of the owner of said Lot.
33. Invalidation of any of these restrictions and covenants by judgment or court order shall not affect any of the other provisions herein, which shall remain in full force and effect.
34. Lot splitting (i.e., the conveyance of less than an entire lot, or any other division of lots) in the subdivision is prohibited.
35. The use of firearms, fireworks, activities, noise or other nuisances that cause annoyance or discomfort to other homeowners or that interfere with the general safety and peace within the Subdivision is strictly prohibited. Hunting in the subdivision shall be prohibited.
36. No lot may be used for agricultural purposes, including but not limited to the growing of marijuana or related crops.
37. The Developer reserves the right to dedicate any adjacent property now owned or subsequently acquired by the Developer or its successors or assigns to the subdivision as additional Lots and/or Common Areas. If the Developer chooses to dedicate additional property to the subdivision, said property shall become part of the subdivision and shall be subject to the covenants set forth herein, including any duly recorded changes or amendments thereto.

Executed this 10th day of February, 2022.

Crystal Lake Ranch, LLC — Ana Johnson Mayer, Manager

Crystal Lake Ranch, LLC — Everardo Aviles Martinez, Manager

Before me, the undersigned notary public, in and for the said County and State, on this 10th day of February, 2022, personally appeared Ana Johnson Mayer and Everardo Aviles Martinez, as Managers of Crystal Lake Ranch, LLC, to me known to be the identical persons who executed the within and foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that they executed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed for the uses and purposes therein set forth.

Given under my hand and seal the day and year last above written.

Notary Public — Kevin Brittain, Commission #21006326, Expires 05/10/25