Dear Semiahmoo Property Owner:

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Dear Semiahmoo Property Owner:
You’re building a new home! Congratulations! Welcome to our beautiful, growing community.
Building a new home can be an exciting, rewarding experience. If you’ve built a home before, you already know
what a busy and challenging time it can be. There are meetings with your architect and builder, plans to review, and
plans to revise. There are 1,001 details to think about and shop for – details that will make your new home reflect
your individual tastes and lifestyle. It’s a lot of work, but worth all the effort – especially when you’re building in a
beautiful community like Semiahmoo. And, the special beauty of Semiahmoo is why the Architectural Standards
Committee (ASC) writes this letter.
Semiahmoo is governed by a set of rules that affect land use, architectural design, and landscaping. The Covenants,
Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) are designed to: preserve the natural beauty of our attractive setting;
establish and preserve a harmonious aesthetic design for the community; and protect and promote the overall value
of Semiahmoo.
To help monitor compliance with our CC&Rs, the homeowners’ Semiahmoo Resort Association (SRA) Board of
Directors appoints homeowners to serve on the Architectural Standards Committee. The ASC is composed of a
rotating group of Semiahmoo homeowner volunteers who meet twice monthly to review everything that
significantly changes the appearance of a home, and lot (i.e. landscaping; yard). The committee does not issue your
municipal building permit, nor does it review your plans for compliance with the City of Blaine building codes.
The committee’s function is to check building plans to make sure they are in compliance with the Semiahmoo
CC&Rs. Your plans must be approved by the ASC before you obtain a building permit from the City of Blaine.
Compliance with the CC&Rs is a process that involves everyone in the community. With your help, and the
assistance of your architect and builder, in adhering to these guidelines we will preserve the beauty and tranquility
that has attracted so many wonderful people to Semiahmoo.
The information in this document will help you to prepare your application to the ASC. We have included a
summary of the key CC&Rs that affect residential design, landscaping and signage. Also included is the House
Plan Review Checklist (HPRC) along with the forms that must be completed and submitted with your building
plans. All necessary forms required for the ASC review and approval process are included. Please examine this
information as soon as you start planning your new home, and be sure to review it carefully with your architect and
builder. Many misunderstandings, additional costs and disappointments can be avoided by closely following these
guidelines.
As you work out the details of your dream home you will likely have many questions. Keep in mind that the SRA
staff is here to help you, and we look forward to assisting you in every way that we are able during your
construction. Please call the ASC at (360) 371-7786, at any time that you have a question or concern. And, utilize
the information on our website (www.semiahmooresortassociation.com).
Sincerely,
Architectural Standards Committee
This is the February 5, 2015 Revision of the Guidelines and Standards for Home Construction (GSHC). Please disregard any
information from a previous version of the GSHC if it should conflict with the information in this current revision. These
standards and guidelines are subject to change without notice. Please note the additional tree information attached with this
document.
Revised February 5, 2015. Architectural Standards Committee, 9001 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine, WA 98230
Voice 360-371-7786 Fax 360-371-3588 www.semiahmooresortassociation.com e-mail: [email protected]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.
FIVE EASY STEPS for sending your plans to the ASC: .....................................................................................................2
2.
A TYPICAL TIMETABLE for the architectural design and plans review process. .............................................................3
3.
ARCHITECT and CONTRACTOR STANDARDS.............................................................................................................4
4.
LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES and STANDARDS ...............................................................................................................8
4.2.
TREE AND LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES - January 7, 2000................................................................... 8
(Revised: October 19, 2010)
4.4.
LANDSCAPE PLAN MOST LIKELY TO BE APPROVED ........................................................................ 9
4.5.
EXCAVATION, SITE PREPARATION AND EXISTING TREE CARE ..................................................... 9
4.6. TREES................................................................................................................................................................9
5.
SIGNAGE (Revised: November 21, 2013).........................................................................................................................15
6.
FINES – June 2004 (Revised: April 2006) .........................................................................................................................17
7.
VIEW CONTROL PLAN ...................................................................................................................................................18
HOUSE PLAN REVIEW CHECKLIST .......................................................................................................................................19
AVERAGE ADJACENT NATURAL GRADE CALCULATION...............................................................................................26
FREQUENTLY OMITTED ITEMS (Must be Completed before Submission)............................................................................29
SECURITY DEPOSIT AGREEMENT – TERMS and CONDITIONS........................................................................................30
SEMIAHMOO RESORT ASSOCIATION CONSTRUCTION PERMIT....................................................................................32
W-9 (If you are not a U.S. Citizen or a Resident Alien call the ASC Office for form W-8BEN.) ................................................33
IN ACCORDANCE with the USA PATRIOT ACT of 2001........................................................................................................34
APPENDIX I: SET BACKS AND HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS ..................................................................................................35
APPENDIX II: STONEHAVEN REGULATIONS .....................................................................................................................40
APPENDIX III: IDAHO WOOD MAIL BOX INFORMATION ................................................................................................41
APPENDIX IV: TREE REMOVAL, RETENTION, and REPLACEMENT ................................................................................44
APPENDIX V: COMMUNITY RULES ......................................................................................................................................46
APPENDIX VI – SEMIAHMOO MASTER PLAN PLANT LIST D ………………………………………………………..….487
APPENDIX VII: GLOSSARY OF TREE MAINTENANCE……………………………………………………………………49
APPENDIX VIII: VIEW CONTROL TREE SUGGESTIONS......................................................................................................50
APPENDIX IX: RECOMMENDED PRUNING PRACTICES………………………………………………………………....51
APPENDIX X: 2015 CALENDAR of REGULAR ASC MEETINGS…………………………………………………………..55
Revised February 5, 2015 Architectural Standards Committee, 9001 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine, WA 98230
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FIVE EASY STEPS for sending your plans to the ASC:
1.1.
1.2.
1.3.
1.4.
1.5.
Secure three (3) complete sets of plans, including detailed landscape plans from your architect or builder
(you may opt to submit your landscape plan at a later time— refer to the Landscape Standards and
Guidelines in Section 4). The plans and specifications submitted should be prepared to that degree of
completeness required for building permit issuance. A digitized copy of your plans (CD) is required
with your submission.
Complete the attached House Plan Review Checklist and other forms.
Attach a check for $2,500, payable to: Semiahmoo Resort Association.
Your complete submission must be received in the ASC office before by 12:00 noon, one week before the
next scheduled Friday meeting. Meetings are held the second and fourth Thursday mornings of each
month (first and third Thursdays in November and December). Incomplete submissions will be returned
without review. The ASC does not review plans until the homeowner holds title to the property; no
reviews are performed while the purchaser is waiting for a real estate sale to close. NOTE: All matters
with the ASC must be in writing. Please address letters to: Architectural Standards Committee; 9001
Semiahmoo Parkway; Blaine, WA 98230.
Before the formal review, please provide either: $10,000 Completion Bond (by owner, not builder), or
$5,000 cash, or an amount equal to 20% of the estimated cost of the proposed improvements (whichever
is less). Make check payable to: Peoples Bank (The $5,000 will be deposited in an interest bearing
savings account, in your name, and will accrue interest. Upon completion and satisfactory final
inspection of your home, monies will be returned to you. If you do not wish to provide personal
information required by the USA Patriot Act of 2001 you may provide a completion bond instead of a
cash deposit.)
2. A TYPICAL TIMETABLE for the architectural design and plans review process.
The architectural design and plans review process through the Architectural Standards Committee takes
approximately 27 days. ASC meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Refer to the
calendar (Appendix VII) for meeting dates. For the typical timetable for landscape plan review, if submitted
separately from the architectural plans, refer to the Landscape Standards and Guidelines in Section 4.
Prior to submitting plans to the ASC all property owners are strongly recommended to contact Debbie
Smith at 360-371-7796 so that she may arrange a meeting with: the homeowner(s), the realtor, the
builder, and representatives of the SRA and the ASC. The purpose of this meeting is to enable all parties
to “get acquainted;” to discuss their expectations; to review construction requirements and answer
questions; and to explain the interaction of all agencies and departments within the Semiahmoo
community.
2.1. Day 1: Your complete submission is received by 12:00 noon one week before the next scheduled Friday
meeting. The landscape plan may be submitted at the time of original submission, OR no later than 30
days following framing approval by the City of Blaine.
2.2. Day 2-5: If your submission is complete, your plans will be reviewed. If your submission is not
complete, it will be returned to you.
2.3. Day 7: Application Acceptance Review (Friday). Your submission can be accepted for posting if no
material changes to your plans are required. The site plan, elevations and landscape plan (if included in
the submission), are posted on-site for neighborhood review.
2.4. Day 8-19: ASC comments are mailed or emailed to applicant.
2.5. Day 21: Formal Review (Friday). Your submission can be formally approved if no material changes to
your plans are required.
2.6. Day 22-27: ASC comments/approvals are mailed or emailed. Once you sign the ASC copy of your plans
you may take your plans (stamped “approved”) to the City of Blaine for building permit review.
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ARCHITECT and CONTRACTOR STANDARDS.
A Summary of Architectural Standards and Restrictions.
The following is a brief summary of the architectural portion of the Semiahmoo Resort Association
Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (commonly referred to as the CC&Rs) as provided to
the property owner upon purchase. As this is a summary only, please refer to the complete CC&Rs. The
purpose of the CC&Rs is to preserve the natural beauty of the Semiahmoo community; to establish and preserve
a harmonious and aesthetically pleasing design for the development; and to protect and promote the overall
value of Semiahmoo. Please refer to your individual neighborhood’s CC&Rs for additional guidelines and
standards pertinent to you.
2.7.
2.8.
2.9.
2.10.
2.11.
2.12.
2.13.
2.14.
2.15.
2.16.
2.17.
2.18.
Setback and Height Limits as called out in the CC&Rs of individual neighborhoods (refer to Appendix
I).
Minimum Living Space: 1200 sq. ft. on ground floor.
Roof Pitch: 4:12 minimum, 12:12 maximum.
Roofing material(s): Natural cedar shingles or shakes, or a substitute roofing material which looks like
shingle or shakes in size, thickness, texture and color, from an approved list of substitutes as established
by the Board of Directors of Semiahmoo Resort Association. The Board of Directors approved the
following non-wood roofing materials:
2.10.1. EcoStar Seneca Cedar Shake Tile – Cedar Brown (revised 2009).
2.10.2. G.E.M. Euroshake – Colors reviewed and approved on case by case basis. (2009)
2.10.3. DaVinci – Colors reviewed and approved on case by case basis. (2010)
2.10.4. Boral – Colors reviewed and approved on case by case basis. (2013)
Roof Plan: Should not exceed 25% flat. No rooftop mechanical devices except flues and vents. Solar
collectors and/or skylights mounted on roof plane should not exceed 20% of total roof area.
Siding & Accent Material(s): The primary siding material shall be wood, or wood shingles, and it must
appear on all elevations. The accent material(s) (wood shingles, stone, brick, stucco, etc.) can be used on
one or more elevations, but should be used to accentuate certain features or areas only. They cannot be
used to cover 100% of any elevation or to an extent that they appear to be a primary material. Accent
materials that wrap around corners (e.g. from front to side elevations) should continue at least to the
nearest inside corner so that material transitions do not occur at outside corners or in the mid-area of any
particular wall plane.
Exterior Color Scheme: Exterior finish shall be of earth tone hues acceptable to the Architectural
Standards Committee. (Usually your exterior colors should vary from your immediate neighbors’
exterior colors.)
Window Sash: Permitted materials include: wood, aluminum and vinyl in acceptable colors. Natural
aluminum is not permitted.
Foundation Exposure: Above grade foundation exposure is not to exceed six (6) inches. Acceptable
remedies for excess foundation exposures, if any, will vary depending on the length of the excess
exposure and must be approved by the ASC before the remedies are implemented. Extenuating
circumstances of any excess foundation exposure will be reviewed on a case by case basis. In general the
guidelines for excess foundation exposures are:
2.15.1. Exposures greater than six inches and less than twelve inches: painted to match the body color
of the house and/or screened with landscaping.
2.15.2. Exposures twelve inches or greater: treated with a siding veneer, a rock veneer, sandblasting,
or other remedy pre-approved by the ASC.
Driveway: Allowed materials include: asphalt, concrete, brick, or cementious pavers. The landscaped
area between the edge of the driveway and a side property line must be at least five feet.
Pedestrian Paths: Existing crushed limestone paths must be restored.
Service Yards: Should be screened from view and contiguous with lines of house (may not encroach
into building setback.) Screening fence or landscaping shall be at least 6’ high.
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2.19. Exterior Appearance: Exterior elements not allowed include: perimeter fencing, outside clotheslines
and foil or reflective material used on windows.
2.20. Utility and Service Connections (gas and electric meters, telephone and security system boxes, etc.):
must be located in an obscure location and clearly shown on plans; must be screened from view; and
must be painted to match the house if located too high on the wall to be screened with landscaping.
2.21. Exterior Lighting: Type and placement of exterior lighting devices must be approved by the ASC. All
proposed exterior fixtures must be indicated on the exterior elevation plans. The objective is to eliminate
glare and annoyance to adjacent property owners and passersby. Although indirect lighting (defined
below) is preferred, limited direct lighting (defined below) may be acceptable. Direct lighting is to be
used for decoration and accent only and must not be used for safety purposes. Acceptable Indirect Safety
Lighting fixture types include: recessed can or pot lights; below-ground, up lighting; low-louvered,
landscape lights; and wall-mounted, shielded up/down lights. Direct Decorative Lighting fixtures will be
assessed by the ASC on a case-by-case basis. Under no circumstances will clear or colored glass or bulbs
be allowed, and in no case may the total wattage per fixture exceed 25 watts. Security Lighting: Any
direct lighting over 25 watts must be switched by motion detector only. Detection range is limited to
your property.
2.22. Mail Boxes: Must be consistent with criteria set forth by ASC. (To purchase mail boxes contact Idaho
Wood at 800-635-1100, www.idahowood.com or www.mailboxes.com. Refer to Appendix III.)
2.23. Signs: One approved sign with owner’s last name. (Refer to the Sign Regulations in Section 5.)
2.24. Antennas: No radio receivers or antennas are permitted outside the house. Satellite dishes 18” in
diameter or less may be allowed, if unobtrusive, so as to blend with the surroundings. Approval must be
obtained from the ASC prior to placement.
2.25. Pets: Dog kennels, when authorized, must be screened and constructed matching the home exterior with
the long dimension contiguous to the dwelling.
2.26. Completion: The home exterior and landscaping must be completed within one year after the
construction has begun.
2.27. Landscaping: In addition to 3.20, all landscaping must be completed within ninety days of occupancy
or substantial completion of the construction. Also see Tree and Landscape Guidelines, Section 4.1.
Linear plantings are strongly discouraged; lawn edges and plantings must meander.
2.28. Burning: As of June 24, 1998, burning is no longer permitted.
2.29. ASC Fees: $2,500 original submission review fee payable to the SRA. Construction must substantially
commence within six (6) months of the approval date or a new application and submittal fee must be
made to the Architectural Standards Committee. Additional fees may be imposed by the ASC as follows:
2.29.1. $200 fee for design changes requiring consulting;
2.29.2. $100 fee for design changes requiring additional committee review and/or inspection;
2.29.3. Other fees based upon estimated costs for unusual or extraordinary situations as defined by
the ASC;
2.29.4. No fee is charged for changes made during construction that do not affect the footprint.
2.30. Bond/Security Deposit: Post a $10,000 completion bond or $5,000 security deposit. Security deposit
funds must be made payable to Peoples Bank. The funds are deposited in your name and earn interest
until the ASC releases the funds after the final inspection of construction and landscaping.
2.31. Excavating: Please exercise care when excavating; excavation may not encroach upon neighboring lots.
Do not push dirt against trees, as this may cause permanent damage to the trees. Refer to Section 4.5.
2.32. Brushing/Clearing: Hillside lots should not be severely cleared too far in advance of building start, for
erosion control.
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2.33. Gate Use and Gate Codes: Contractors may call Debbie Smith, the Semiahmoo Resort Association
Executive Director, at (360) 371-7796 to request a Contractor’s Gate Code while building in Semiahmoo.
This code may be given to subcontractors and suppliers. Contact the SRA when construction is
complete. All construction-related vehicles, including delivery vehicles, must use the closest gate to the
site whenever possible.
2.34. Temporary Power: Request utilities from the City of Blaine. The City will install a meter and provide
your temporary power upon receipt of written approval from the Washington State Department of Labor
and Industries. Payment of sewer and water hook-up fees, in conjunction with your initial utility request
and permit fees may be required.
2.35. Construction Debris:
2.35.1. A trash receptacle must be on-site at all times. A thorough clean up must be conducted at
the end of each day of all personal and construction debris. Dumpster must be emptied weekly
(sooner if needed) and all other trash receptacles must be emptied daily, or as needed to
maintain an orderly site.
2.35.2. Streets are to be kept free of dirt and debris. Building materials must be neatly maintained
at all times.
2.35.3. Construction vehicles are to be parked on site. Or, adjacent to site on one side of the street
only, and are to be removed (except for large construction equipment) every night.
2.35.4. Drainage patterns are to be checked closely during construction to avoid mudslides and/or
erosion onto neighboring lots and into storm drains. Under no circumstance will the physical
impact of construction on the adjacent properties be allowed without specific written
permission of the affected property owners.
2.36. Job Trailer: One trailer, or “job shack”, per site is allowed, and it must be kept unobtrusive. The unit
shall be small in size, as far off the road as possible, maintained neatly, and removed when construction
is substantially complete.
2.37. Temporary Sanitary Facilities: The door should be turned away from the street and neighbors, and be
located well onto the property.
2.38. Speed Limit: The speed limit is 20 miles per hour (or less) within the various neighborhoods. It is the
responsibility of the general contractor to ensure that his/her employees, and those of the sub-contractors,
adhere to the posted speed limit.
2.39. Common Courtesy: The impact of any construction on nearby neighbors should be kept to an absolute
minimum. Concerns include: parking, construction crew pets (which are not allowed), profanity, and
borrowing power, water or phone from your neighbor.
2.40. Work Hours: Weekdays between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Saturdays between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
No construction is allowed on Sundays or American holidays: New Years Day (Jan. 1), Memorial Day
(varies), Independence Day (July 4), Labor Day (varies), Thanksgiving Day (4th Thurs in Nov.) and
Christmas Day (Dec. 25).
2.41. Radios: Radios are not allowed on job sites at any time.
2.42. Mechanical Equipment: If heat pumps, air conditioning units, or other similar equipment are to be
placed outside of the building, they are subject to the approval of the ASC. If approved, such equipment
shall be placed only in service yards designed to minimize the audible and visual impact of any
mechanical equipment on the adjacent property owners and street. All such equipment is to be shown on
the Building Plans, and the acoustical data noted, or otherwise submitted. Mechanical equipment may
not encroach into setbacks.
2.43. UBI Numbers: Effective July 27, 1997, House Bill (HB) 1514 (Chapter 54, Laws of 1997) provides that
persons hiring general, specialty and electrical contractors must obtain and keep a record of the
contractor’s UBI number. Failure to do so can lead to monetary penalties imposed by the Department of
Revenue.
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2.44. Street and Pathway Repairs: Streets, gutters and/or pathways which are disturbed during construction
must be repaired to original condition.
2.45. Crawl Space Access Covers and Roof Vents: Crawl space access covers must either match the exterior
of the home, or be painted to match the exterior of the home (if a galvanized cover is used). Plastic and
metal roof vents must blend with roofing (i.e. painted to blend with the roofing).
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3. LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES and STANDARDS
3.1. A TYPICAL TIMETABLE for the landscape plan review process.
The landscape design review process through the Architectural Standards Committee (ASC) takes
approximately 21 days. ASC meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month (first and third Friday
in November and December). Refer to the calendar (Appendix VII) for meeting dates. The landscape plan may
be submitted at the time of original submission, OR no later than 30 days following framing approval by the
City of Blaine. Consider meeting with a garden consultant regarding the special circumstances of each lot. Also
consider meeting with Vance Much, Semiahmoo Golf Course Superintendent, 360-371-0606, regarding special
circumstances of each lot as it adjoins the golf course.
3.1.1. Day 1: Submit your completed plan by 12:00 noon, 15 days before the next scheduled Friday meeting.
3.1.2. Day 2-14: If your landscape plan is complete, it will be reviewed by a garden consultant. If your plan
is not complete, it will be returned to you. Your neighbors will be notified by mail that your landscape
plan is available for their review. A member of the Garden Committee (an ASC subcommittee) will
review your plan on site, however, questions and comments should be directed to the ASC rather than
an on-site Garden Committee member.
3.1.3. Day 15: Landscape Plan Review (Friday). Your submission is reviewed by the ASC at a regular
meeting.
3.1.4. Day 16-21: ASC comments are mailed or emailed to applicant. Once you have received your
landscape plan approval letter you may begin landscaping.
3.2. TREE AND LANDSCAPING GUIDELINES - January 7, 2000, revised October 19, 2010
For more information about trees refer to the Tree Removal, Retention, and Replacement Guidelines and
Standards (TRRR) (see Appendix IV). For a current list of local noxious weeds and other up-to-date local
landscaping information refer to http://www.co.whatcom.wa.us/publicworks/weeds/weedlist.jsp. For more
information about species appropriate for planting in our coastal Pacific Northwest location refer to
www.whatcom.wsu.edu/mastergardener and the Semiahmoo Resort Association Master Development Plan
Plant List D (See Appendix VI). It is preferred that a majority of the trees and plants proposed be from the
Master Plan Plant List D. The purpose of these guidelines are to preserve the "natural setting and beauty" of
Semiahmoo (10.01 of the CC&Rs); and provide for consistent treatment of property and homeowners. These
standards embody the following points:
3.2.1. Quantity of Trees: New and existing trees should be in place to frame and enhance the front and rear
view of the house, screen undesirable views, and provide privacy between neighbors, and partially
screen homes from the view of the golf course. Upon completion of a home and its landscaping, a
single lot should have a minimum of 15 trees in the perimeter area (defined as the area between the lot
lines and the set back lines) of the lot. This number includes existing and newly planted trees, is purely
a minimum, and does not allow the removal of healthy trees from this area as explained by 10.07(d) of
the CC&Rs.
3.2.2. Size of Newly Planted Trees: Newly planted trees and replacement trees should be as large as can be
found available and practical in each individual situation. Deciduous trees should be a minimum of 2
inches in diameter as measured by calipers. Conifers should be a minimum of 6 feet tall after planting.
3.2.3. Location of Newly Planted Trees: Large trees are considered to be permanent lot improvements.
Newly planted trees should be planted in locations which will allow the tree room to grow and thrive
(i.e. a sufficient distance from a dwelling and other features).
3.2.4. Replacement of Trees on Improved Lots: These guidelines recognize the need to replace diseased,
dead, or fallen trees from time to time. Unless there are mitigating circumstances, these trees should be
replaced with trees sized as stated above.
3.2.5. Species of Trees: While evergreen trees are preferred, the guidelines recognize that the owner may
want, or the topography may require, a combination of evergreen and deciduous trees in the finished
landscape.
3.2.6. Legend of Trees and Plantings: At the time a landscape plan is submitted to the ASC, the landscape
plan should include a legend of trees and other plantings, specifying the number, species, and size of all
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the plant material at the time of planting. Trees and plants must be fully identified. For a more
complete list of plan requirements refer to House Plan Review Checklist Section J (in this GSHC).
3.3. TIPS FOR A LOW-MAINTENANCE GARDEN
Check and correct drainage and erosion problems; limit the size of the lawn; use ground covers and mulch for
weed control; use native plant material; and install small flower beds. An irrigation system is cost-effective,
especially during times of limited summer rainfall, unless drought-resistant landscaping is used.
3.4. LANDSCAPE PLAN MOST LIKELY TO BE APPROVED
The ASC does not dictate a style of landscaping to Semiahmoo homeowners. Each lot is unique. In order to
maintain the aesthetic quality of the Semiahmoo Resort Community the landscape plan must be tailored to the
needs of each lot. While each landscape plan will have variations from the next, here are some generalizations
about the typical approved landscape plan:
3.4.1. Plants and trees are placed in locations appropriate for their size and growth patterns. (i.e. Are fast
growing or larger species going to outgrow their locations?)
3.4.2. A greater quantity of 3- and 5-gallon plants and a lesser quantity of 1-gallon plants (the ASC anticipates
that smaller plants would be spaced closer together).
3.4.3. Ground covers spaced no greater than 36 inches apart On Center, depending on the size of the plants.
3.4.4. A greater quantity of conifers and indigenous trees, and a lesser quantity of ornamental trees.
3.4.5. A limited amount, if any, of unplanted or sparsely planted bark areas.
3.4.6. A blending of landscaping features with adjacent lots, common areas and the golf course.
3.4.7. Smaller trees and/or part of the urban forest left intact if possible (areas left natural);
3.4.8. A more established look when planted (does not look “newly planted”).
3.4.9. A budget of 5 – 10% of the cost of the house (excluding the cost of the lot; a budget of 20% would
likely include irrigation costs).
3.5. EXCAVATION, SITE PREPARATION AND EXISTING TREE CARE
3.5.1. Put a temporary fence (as a temporary barrier) around the drip line of the tree to be retained (or 10’ –
15’ from the trunk, whichever is greater) to define the space around the tree. Inside this fencing do not:
remove, soil, drive a vehicle, stack building materials, park equipment, add soil, or do anything that
would compact the soil.
3.5.2. Consider threading pipes and conduit under and around existing roots, rather than cutting through the
roots. Hand dig around roots whenever possible. When the roots of an existing tree have to be cut
make a clean cut.
3.5.3. Do not add or remove soil from around trees. The place where the roots start to flare at the base of the
trunk indicates what the proper soil level should be around the tree.
3.5.4. If possible save a group of trees – it may put a tree at risk if nearby trees are removed. Consider saving
smaller trees and the forest under story.
3.5.5. Tree topping is considered tree mutilation and, as per the CC&R 10.07(d), must have prior approval
from the Architectural Standards Committee. Pruning an existing tree should be limited to less than
30% of the tree. Prune conifers carefully as their limbs will not grow back.
4.6 Large Trees (To be planted with Maximum Size in Mind)
Size of Trees
The ASC includes the following sample list of larger trees, smaller trees, and tree-like shrubs. These lists are for
your reference – you may plant any trees and shrubs you choose. The ASC recommends that homeowners plant
trees that will mature to a size less than 80’ tall and 20’ wide. Large trees aggressively compete for resources
defeating nearby shrubs, trees and lawn. As they grow they will disrupt the foundation, driveway, and street and
will probably need to be removed before they reach maturity.
4.6.1
Large Pacific Northwest Tree (larger than 80’ x 20’): (BEWARE OF MATURE SIZE)
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The ASC recommends that you consider planting smaller varieties of these large trees (or plant shrubs that can be
trained to be trees). The height and diameter of these trees at maturity are listed below:
Tree
Colorado White Fir
Noble Fir
Deodar Cedar
Atlas Cedar
Cypress (Leyland,
Chamaecyparis
Dawn Redwood
Hemlock (European, Canadian
Larch (European, Japanese)
Norway Spruce
Port Orford Cedar
Western Red Cedar
Height in 10 Years
Height at Maturity
20’ x 14’
100’ x 30’
100’ x 30’
100’ x 50’
100’ x 60’ – 80’
100’
22’ x 15’
24’ x 14’
Grand Fir
Western Larch
Douglas Fir
Hemlock – Western
4.6.2
100’
100’
100’
150’
150’
150’
200’
200’
18’ x 12’
250’ x 20’
250’
Suggested Smaller Conifers
Below is a partial list of the kinds of hybridized conifers one can plant in the landscape and still maintain the height
restrictions without having to resort to cutting the trees out. All of the trees on this list will only reach the maximum
indicated. However, this is just a partial list. It is apparent that the ‘normal’ trees one sees in yards are represented
here, but a hybrid level, not at the species level. Therefore, it is important to be aware of the type of tree one is
purchasing. All species cedars, spruce, pine, fir, juniper and cypress have the potential to grow up to 100 feet tall. It
is up to the homeowner and their landscaper to purchase the right tree for the situation, i.e. a tree which has been
hybridized to stay small.
Species
Common Name
Variant
Pinus
Pine
Sea Urchin
Approx. Height at
Maturity
2’
Chamaecyparis obtusa
Cupressus macrocarpa
Juniperus Sabina
Pinus heldreichii
Pumilla
Thuya Arborvitae
Hinoki False Cypress
Monterey Cypress
Juniper
Bosnian Pine
Spruce
Arborbitea
Nana Gracilis
Gold Spread
Tamariscifolia
Schmidtii
Heather Bun
Hetz Midget
3-4’
3-4’
3-4’
3-4’
3-4’
3-4’
Juniperus
Juniperus x chinensis
Juniperus x pfitzeriana
Juniper
Juniper
Juniper
Juniper
Juniper
Gold Cone
Plumosa Aurea
Blue and Gold
Pfitzeriana Aurea
Pfitzeriana Glauca
5-6’
5-6’
5-6’
5-6’
5-6’
10
Thuja plicata
Thuja plicata
Western Red Cedar
Western Red Cedar
Chamacyparis
Ch. lawsoniana
Ch. nootkatensis
Chamaecyparis pisfera
Chamaecyparis pisifera
Picea
Picea glauca
Taxus baccata
Thuja occidentalis
Port Orford Cedar
Alaska Cedar
Sawara False Cypress
Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Standishii English Yew
American Arborvitae
Chamaecyparis nootkatensis
Chamaecyparis thyoides
Chamaecyparis thyoides
Crptomeria japonica
Juniperus
Juniperus chinensis
Juniperus scopulorum
Picea
Thuja ericoides
Thuja orientalis
Alaska Cedar
White Cedar
White Cedar
Abies
Juniperus chinensis
Juniperus chinensis
Juniperus chinensis
Juniperus communis
Picea pungens glauca
Pinus parviflora
Thuja occidentalis
Thuja occidentalis
Thuja plicata
Stoneham Gold
Collyer’s Gold
5-6’
5-6’
Templehof
Ellwoodii
Green Arrow
Boulevard
Filifera
8’
8’
8’
8’
8’
8’
8’
8’
8’
Albertiana ‘Conica’
Standishii
Smaragd
Aureas
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
10’
White Fir
Chinese Juniper
Chinese Juniper
Chinese Juniper
Irish Juniper
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Colorado Blue Spruce
Japanese White Pine
American Arborvitae
American Arborvitae
American Arborvitae
Candicans
Blue Point
Robusta Green
Spartan
Hibernica
Grey Gleam
Skyrocket
Wichita Blue
Montgomery
Fukuzumi
‘Smaragd’ (Emerald)
Techny
Striblingii
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
12’
Pinus strobus
Eastern White Pine
Pendula
14’
Abies koreana
Abies lasiocarpa
Korean Fir
Blue Dwarf Rocky
Mtn. Fir
Descanso Dwarf Cedar
Chinese Juniper
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Eastern Red Cedar
Austrian Pine
Austrian Pine
Scotch Pine
Norway Spruce
Hortsmann’s Silberlocke
Glauca Compacta
15’
15’
Compacta
Spearmint
Cologreen
Moonglow
Hillspire ‘Cupressifolia’
Arnold Sentinel
Teardrop
Fastigiata
Cupressina
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
Cedrus
Juniperus chinensis
Juniperus virginiana
Pinus nigra
Pinus nigra
Pinus sylvestris
Picea abies
Juniper
Juniper
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Spruce
American Arborvitae
American Arborvitae
Torulosa
Andelyensis
Heather Bun
Elegans Compacta
Robusta Green
Variegated Kaizuka
Welchii
Ohlandorffi
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Taxus baccata
Taxus cuspidate
Tsuga
Tsuga hussii
English Yew
Japanese Yew
Hemlock
Hemlock
Baby Blue Eyes
Iseli Fastigiate
Dovastonii Aurea
Ch. lawsoniana
Pinus heldrechii
Port Orford Cedar
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Bosnian Pine
Wisselii
Tolleson’s Weeping
Leucodermis
18’
18’
18’
Picea
Pinus aristata
Pinus edulis
Pinus sylvestris
Pinus thunbergii
Taxus x media
Thuja bacchananii
Thuja koraiensis
Thuja occidentalis
Thuja plicata excelsa
Eastern Red Cedar
Eastern Red Cedar
Black Hills Spruce
Bristlecone pine
Pinyon Pine
Scots Pine
Japanese Black Pine
Hick’s Yew
American Arborvitae
Korean Arborvitae
Eastern Arborvitae
American Arborvitae
Gracilis
Canaertii
Manhattan Blue
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
20’
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana
Pinus aristata
Pinus flexilis
Lawson False Cypress
Rocky Mtn. Juniper
Bristlecone Pine
Limber Pine
Gracilis
Skyrocket
Abies koreana
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana
Ch. lawsoniana
Ch. lawsoniana
Ch. nootkatensis
Cupressus macrocarpa
Cupressus sempervirens
Picea glauca
Pinus parviflora
Korean Fir
Port Orford Cedar
Taxus baccata
Taxus baccata
Tacus baccata
Thuja fastigiata
Thuja pyrimidales
Thujopsis dolabrata
Tsuga mertensiana
Fletcher’s False Cypress
Alaska Cedar
Fernspray False Cypress
Monterey Cypress
Italian Cypress
Black Hills Spruce
Silver Japenese White
Pine
Adpressa English Yew
English Yew
Columnar Irish Yew
American Arborvitae
American Arborvitae
Variegated Hiba
Hemlock
Golden Splendor
Fastigiata Group
Hicksii
Vanderwolf’s Pyramid
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
15’
25’
25’
25’
25’
30’
Alumii
Fletcheri
Pendula
Crippsii
Filicoides
Tetragona Aurea
Goldcrest
Swane’s Gold
Densata
Bakerii
Fat Albert
Glauca
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
Fastigiata Robusta
Fatigiata
Hogan
Compacta
Variegata
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
30’
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Tsuga diversifolia
Hemlock
Ch. lawsoniana
Ch. lawsoniana
Ch. nootkatensis
Pinus strobus
Port Orford Cedar
Port Orford Cedar
Alaska Cedar
Eastern White Pine
Lutea
Stewartii
Green Arrow
Fastigiata
35’
35’
35’
35’
Calocedrus decurrens
Chamaeyparis pistfera
Sciadopitys verticillata
Incense Cedar
Japanese Umbrella Pine
Aureaovariegata
Filifera Aurea
40’
40’
40’
4.6.3
30’
Suggested Broad Leaf Evergreens & Shrubs (which can be trained as trees):
Shrubs
Holly
Height at Maturity
to 12’ or more
Bay Laurel or Sweet
Bay, Laurus nobilis
Oregon Grape, Mahonia
25’ – 30’
Wax Myrtle or
Bayberry, Myrica
Photinia
10’ – 30’
flowers in April – yellow & fragrant; blue purple
berries
Native shrub
10’ – 7’ wide. Some species
to 25’ tall
5’ – 15’
All varieties bloom in early spring
6’ - 10’ shrubs & 40’ trees
Many culivars
10’ x 10’
8’ – 12’
5’ – 15’
Fragrant flowers in October
Many species
Native shrub
Up to 20’
Native
To 30’
White flowers in August
25’ – 30’
Native
30’+
Up to 20’
7 – 8 species
Native
To 30’
White flowers in August
Lily of the Valley Shrub,
Pieris
Laurel, (common,
Portuguese, cherry)
Prunus
Elaeagnus
Viburnum
Evergreen Huckleberry
Silk Tassel Bush,
Garrya
Glossy Chinese Privet,
Liqustrum
Tanbark Oak,
Lithocarpus
Evergreen Magnolia
Evergreen Oak, Quercus
Silk Tassel Bush,
Garrya
Glossy Chinese
Privet, Liqustrum
2’ – 30’
Characteristics
Many species; some with variegated leaves, blue
leaves or green glossy leaves; berries can be red,
white or black
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4.6.4
Suggested Smaller Deciduous Trees:
Trees
Maple, Acer. A.griseum, A.japonicum and A.pseudosieboldianum
Height at Maturity
to 25’
Dogwood, Cornus. C.kousa and C.mas
Magnolia
Flowering crabapple, Malus
Persian Ironwood, Parrotia
Stewartia
Styrax
to 25’
to 30’
to 20’
to 30’
15’ to 30’
to 30’
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4. SIGNAGE
The object of these regulations is to underscore the quality of construction that takes place at Semiahmoo, and to
promote the theme of community pride and unity. Per Article X, Section 10.13 of the Semiahmoo CC&R’s:
5.1 A single sign is allowed per property, not to exceed 18” x 18” with either a single, or double, wood post
(see example). Golf course frontage lots may have a single sign with wood post(s) on the fairway side and one
single, or approved double sign, with wood posts, on the street side.
5.2 A double sign with wood posts, (“For Sale” and “Contractor”), will be approved if installed per example
(opposite). Contractors may install a sign at the time of submission to the Architectural Standards Committee. A
second Contractor’s sign must be removed upon substantial completion. Double signage is not allowed on golf
course frontage or for any other purpose.
5.3
For Sale signs may have the following information: “For Sale”, “Telephone/Cell Number” (one number
only), “Agent’s Name”, “Brokerage Company”, “E-Mail Address”. “Website, Virtual tour and QR” (Quick
Response Code with Bar Code) can be incorporated in the sign. No additional words or descriptions of any kind will
be permitted.
5.4 Pending signs are allowed as of April 27, 2004 with the stipulation that at the time of closing the “for sale”
sign, along with the “pending” sign, be removed. “Pending” signs must be: green and white; 6 inches by 18 inches;
the same font as the “for sale” sign; and placed either at the top or bottom of the “for sale” sign.
5.5
Contractor signs are approved on unimproved sites only at the time of submission to the ASC. The
following information is approved for usage on Contractor signs: “Construction Company”, “Telephone/Cell
Number (one number only), “E-mail Number”. No additional words or descriptions of any kind will be permitted.
5.6 All signs must be painted professionally green and white in color and be maintained in a clean, orderly
manner. Note: Day-glo or florescent paint is not allowed.
5.7 Mounting: No sign may be mounted in excess of 3’ above ground, and each sign must be supported on its
own white or green wood post(s).
5.8 Sign Location: Except on golf course frontage lots, as noted above, all signage shall be located on the street
side of the property within 10’ of the curb.
5.9
Homeowners may have one sign with their last name and/or address only, as approved by the ASC.
5.10 Multi-family, Open House, and subdivision signs may deviate from the above regulations, but must first be
approved by the ASC.
5.11 All other signage or advertising of any kind is prohibited and will be removed. Such removed signs may
be claimed at the Semiahmoo Resort Association office located at: 9001 Semiahmoo Parkway, Blaine, WA.
Revised: 11-21-2013
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5.
5.1.
5.2.
5.3.
5.4.
FINES – June 2004 (Revised April 2006)
Everyone constructing a home within the Semiahmoo community is bound by Article X of the
Semiahmoo CC&Rs. The rules contained within Article X govern all home construction activities such
as: when you are able to begin your construction; the time allowed for construction and landscaping;
acceptable construction site behavior; and site cleanliness. Article X also governs existing homes for
exterior changes, tree removal requests, etc.
On November 27, 2001, the Semiahmoo Resort Association (SRA) Board of Directors approved a
schedule of fines to be levied at such times that the ASC members ascertained that non-compliance with
the Semiahmoo CC&Rs has occurred. This schedule of fines was recently revised as depicted below.
The Board has the authority to impose the fine. The following is a listing of the most commonly
encountered non-compliance issues and the amount of the fine that will be levied upon the person in
whose name the plans were submitted and formally approved (or in the case of an existing home, the
owner who holds title to the property).
The imposition of fines is in addition to other remedies that the Association possesses against an owner
that violates the CC&Rs, rules and regulations, including the right, in accordance with Section 12.04, to
compel removal of any offending structure or improvement constructed in violation of the CC&Rs, rules
and/or bylaws, and the right to collect attorneys’ fees and costs incurred by the Association in collecting
unpaid fines.
ARTICLE X AND
SRA CONSTRUCTION PERMIT
Section 10.03
Permitted Improvements
Section 10.03
Permitted Improvements
Section 10.03
Section 10.07 (d)
Design Regulations – Site
Section 10.06 (c) Construction of
Improvements
Section 10.07 (e)
Design Regulations – Site
SRA Construction Permit - #4
ISSUE
FINE
Beginning construction prior to formal approval
(including tree removal)
Unapproved exterior changes during construction
Current new home
submission fee
Up to $10,000.00
Unapproved exterior changes to existing home
(including landscaping and painting)
Unapproved tree removal (per offense)
Up to $10,000.00
Exceeding maximum allowed time for new
construction and landscaping without approved
extension of time
Playing radios on site during construction
SRA Construction Permit - #5
Loose animals on site during construction
Section 10.06 (b) Construction of
Improvements
SRA Construction Permit -#12
Section 10.06 (d) Construction of
Improvements
Working outside of the approved hours of:
Monday-Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Unclean site during construction; Includes disposal
of excess concrete in a responsible manner
Section 10.06 (d) Construction of
Improvements
Deficient site clean-up following final inspection
Up to $10,000.00 per
tree per offense
$500.00 per month
Up to $200.00 per
incident after first
written warning
Up to $200.00 per
written warning
Up to $200.00 per
written warning
Up to $500.00 per
week after first
written warning
Up to $200.00 per
week after first
written warning
To avoid penalty, please follow the rules. Should you have any questions regarding the above-mentioned
information, please call the SRA office at (360) 371-7796.
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6.
6.1.
6.2.
6.3.
6.4.
6.5.
6.6.
6.7.
VIEW CONTROL PLAN
WHEREAS it is stated in ARTICLE X, paragraph 10.07 (f), The Architectural Standards Committee
shall have the authority to promulgate, alter, amend and enforce a view control plan for the purpose of
providing a uniform and equitable system for the maintenance and maximum utilization of views from
each site within the development. Such plan may obligate Owners or Multi-Family, Neighborhood or
Commercial Associations to prune, trim or remove trees, shrubs, or other vegetation as necessary to
protect and maximize views from Sites within the development. The expense of such required pruning
shall be borne as agreed between affected parties, or as determined by the Architectural Standards
Committee.
WHEREAS the Board of Directors of the Semiahmoo Resort Association (SRA) has received formal
requests from Community Members to adopt a View Control Plan, and, this request was supported by a
majority of the responding members of the SRA through a survey taken in February of 1995;
WHEREAS it is stated in ARTICLE X, paragraph 10.07 (e), Owners shall be responsible to maintain all
Sites and to clear unsightly weeds or undergrowth as reasonably deemed necessary by the ASC even
though no improvements have been constructed on the Site;
WHEREAS it is stated in ARTICLE X, paragraph 10.07 (d), Unless located within five (5) feet of a
building or a recreational or parking facility, no Owner or Multi-Family, Neighborhood or Commercial
Association, other than Declarant, shall be entitled to cut, remove, or mutilate any trees, shrubs, bushes,
or other vegetation having a trunk diameter of six (6) inches or more at a point of four (4) feet above
ground level, without obtaining the prior approval of the ASC.
WHEREAS it has been previously determined that each lot in the Semiahmoo Community has been
assigned a height restriction which predetermines the maximum height of any dwelling unit built upon
said lot;
The Board of Directors has reviewed the relevant portions of the recorded Declaration of Covenants,
Conditions, and Restrictions for Semiahmoo Resort Community, the available sales materials and
literature distributed by Resort Properties, Inc. and has invited comments from interested parties to
ascertain both the legal and equitable rights of property owners in the development. The Board’s intent is
to adopt a plan that preserves both the woodland character of Semiahmoo and marine views, and that
does not unduly burden the volunteer members of the Architectural Standards Committee.
ACCORDINGLY, THE VIEW CONTROL PLAN shall be comprised of the following rules:
6.7.1.The View Control Plan shall apply to only those lots with a building height restriction of less than
30 feet as designated by the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for
Semiahmoo Resort Community, and amendments thereto.
6.7.2.Since a residence can be constructed on any lot up to the maximum height as designated for each
lot by the Covenants, and the construction of such a residence would inhibit the view from
other properties, said other property owners are not entitled to a view below the designated
height restriction for that lot.
6.7.3.All newly planted trees, shrubs, bushes or other vegetation included with the landscaping of any lot
shall not exceed, or be allowed to exceed, the designated height restriction for that lot. This
restriction shall not apply to any vegetation, trees or other landscaping existing at the adoption
of this plan. (Adopted December 12, 1995)
6.7.4.Owners of undeveloped lots are encouraged to cooperate with Owners of adjacent lots whose view
is impacted by natural growth that does not fall within the restrictions of ARTICLE X,
paragraph 10.07 (d) by authorizing the removal or pruning of such growth. If the parties agree
to a plan, the SRA recommends that the expense of such actions shall be borne by the party
receiving the benefit of the improved view.
6.7.5.The enforcement of the VIEW CONTROL PLAN shall follow the procedures of the
ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES POLICY, which is attached as part of this plan.
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HOUSE PLAN REVIEW CHECKLIST
Subdivision(neighborhood):
Lot #:
DATE:
Property Address:
Property Owners:
Owners Address:
Contractor:
Designer:
Telephone Numbers:
Submitted
or Shown
Item
A GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1
2
3
4
$2,500 submittal fee payable to Semiahmoo Resort Association
Building Deposit (check one):
$10,000 completion bond (by owner, not builder) or
$5,000 security deposit payable to Peoples Bank.
Photographs showing lot from street and from golf course/lake/waterfront
3 Complete sets of plans & 1 Digital Copy of the Plans (CD)
B BOUNDARY & TREE SURVEY BY LICENSED SURVEYOR (SCALE 1”=10’)
5
Legal Description, (subdivision and lot number)
6
Property lines, easements of record, bearings and distances
7
Boundary and tree survey stamped by a licenses surveyor
8
House plan overlaid on tree survey
9
Sketch of any structures on adjacent properties, if none, write n/a:
10
Clearly indicate utility stub-out locations; sanitary sewer, gas, phone, cable TV, power,
and storm water (including nearest downhill catch basin) and invert elevations
11
Site drawing showing the location of: trees > 6” in diameter at a height of 48”, & old
stumps
12
Site topography with 2’ contours or less on all lots
13
Square footage of lot clearly indicated on blue print
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C SITE PLAN, BASED ON “B” (Scale 1”=10’)
14
Legal description (subdivision and lot number)
15
Property lines, bearing and distances solid lines
16
Show minimum setbacks and easements per applicable lot standards: dotted lines
Front:
Left:
Right:
Rear:
Height:
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Hot tub (hot tub must be painted house siding color and screened from view)
18
Building locations with dimensions (house, carport, garage, decks) and mechanical
equipment: solid lines
19
Exterior mechanical equipment and acoustical screening (circle one): yes
20
Roof overhangs: dotted lines
21
Site topography with contours on lot (include existing and proposed final grading plan)
22
Sidewalks, driveways, parking areas, stairways, walls and mailbox location
23
Finished floor elevations
24
Existing and final grade elevations at each building corner, and contour lines (existing &
final)
25
Indicate site drainage, footing drainage, routing and connection to storm system location
26
Include all other utility routing locations and connections to house
27
Direction of primary views
28
Indicate on the site plan which tree are being proposed for removal; mark out  the trees
proposed for removal. For more information about tree removals refer to Appendix IV.
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Coverage calculations: all calculations are included on plans (calculations cont. on next
page)
no
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C SITE PLAN, BASED ON “B” (Scale 1”=10’) - continued
a
Total lot square footage (from B13)
Footprint Coverage
b
footprint coverage allowed (25% of line a) excluding roof eaves
c
square footage within foundation perimeter (building footprint):
d
square footage of any architectural projections such as decks (3 feet
or more above grade)
e
total footprint coverage: (add lines c & d)
Footprint Coverage
%
Lot Impervious Coverage
f
impervious coverage allowed: 35% of line a
g
square footage of area under all roofs including overhangs:
h
square footage of driveway not covered by overhangs:
i
square footage of sidewalks and patios not covered by overhangs:
j
all other impervious surfaces not included in lines, g, h, & i (i.e.
hardscapes surfaces: solid surface decks, patios, pavers set in
concrete, hot tub, landscape features and architectural projections;
excluding softscape surfaces such as plants, trees, lawn, ground
cover, bark mulch, pavers set in sand) Pavers set in sand may be
calculated as part of the impervious lot coverage at the discretion of
the ASC.
k
total impervious surface (add lines g, h, i & j): line k must not
exceed line f
Lot Impervious Coverage
%
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D FLOOR PLAN (scale ¼”=1’)
30
All exterior dimensions
31
Door and window openings and sizes
32
Material for decks, porches, courtyards, walks (list materials):
33
Exterior lighting (direct and/or indirect – 25 watts maximum allowed per direct light
fixture)
34
Total square footage of living space (1200 sq ft min 1st floor):
ground floor:
main floor:
upper floor:
TOTAL:
E ROOF PLANS (scale ¼”=1’)
35
Hips, valleys, ridges & flat areas
36
Perimeter limits to roof with exterior walls below
F ELEVATIONS (Scale ¼”=1’)
37
Building elevations showing all walls and location of service connections and meters
Be sure to show all exterior elevations, including inset areas like entryways and
courtyards
38
Schedule or indication of all exterior material finishes
39
Roof material (circle one):
Cedar Shake
Cedar Shingle
Monier Lifetile, Ecostar Cedar Shake Tile, Euroshake, DaVinci Color: _____________
40
Roof slope(s) (4:12 to 12:12; max 25% flat roof):
41
Siding material (list exterior color(s)):
42
Accent material (list size/type & paint/stain color):
wood/shingle:_____________________________________________
stone/brick: ____________________________________________
stucco/other:
42a
Accent materials must terminate on an inside corner.
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43
Doors, trim, & fascia (list size & paint/stain colors):
fascia: __________________________________________________
window & door trim: ______________________________________
corners: _________________________________________________
garage door(s): ___________________________________________
front door: _______________________________________________
other exterior doors: _______________________________________
other: __________________________________________________
44
Decks & railings (description & paint/stain colors):
45
Screen fences for service yards, dog runs, pony walls (list materials, detail, height,
color):
46
Screening details for mechanical equipment (heat pump/satellite dish/AC/hot tub):
47
Window frame material (list type of material & color):
48
Skylight(s) cut sheet
49
Location of street address (6” numbers) drawn on elevation(s)
50
Finish and existing grades and distance to finished floor
51
Foundation materials and exposure dimensions (6” max.)
G SAMPLES TO BE INCLUDED WITH SUBMISSION
52
Exterior color samples applied to (approximately 6” by 12”) samples of the materials to
be used (color name, manufacturer and stock number provided on sample)
53
Color of all exterior doors (front, garage and other doors)
54
Accent samples: brick, stone, stucco
55
Exterior direct and indirect lighting cut sheets including: wall-mounted, ceilingmounted, post-mounted and landscape lighting
56
Cut sheet for all exterior mechanical equipment (i.e. heat pump, AC, hot tub)
57
Owner’s name, subdivision (neighborhood) & lot number must be on all samples,
pictures, cut sheets
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H CROSS SECTION (Scale ¼”=1’)
58
Cross section through highest portion of building
59
Building height limit per application lot standards
60
Average Adjacent Natural Grade (Please use worksheet)
61
Overall building height proposed
62
Floor to floor dimension
63
Dimensions from top floor to tope plate of top floor
64
Exterior wall heights
I UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS of INDIVIDUAL NEIGHBORHOODS
65
Check with your individual neighborhood’s CC&Rs for additional building and
landscaping requirements (especially Boundary Ridge I, Boundary Ridge II, Drayton
Cove, Drayton Hillside I, Drayton Hillside II, and Stonehaven).
J LANDSCAPE PLAN Based on “B” page 14 (Scale 1”=10’ or less) Refer to Section 4.
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Complete landscape scheme overlaid on to a cleaned up copy of the site plan
67
Meandering edges (lawn, bark beds, planting areas); landscaping at lot lines blended into
adjacent lots and golf course
68
Existing trees clearly shown and accurately located
69
Show 15 trees (new & existing) > 6’ in height on the perimeter of the lot (Section 4.2).
70
Provide a plant legend (size, quantity, species, and the type of non-vegetative ground
cover (i.e. bark or mulch)) listed in table format. Specify the spacing of ground cover
plants and small shrubs; ground covers must be spaced not more than 36 inches apart On
Center, depending on the size of the plants (smaller plants may need to be spaced closer
together).
71
Show the locations of all utilities and mechanical equipment, especially the electric
meter, gas meter, irrigation controls, satellite dish, hot tub, air conditioning unit, and heat
exchanger. They must be screened from the view of neighboring properties, the golf
course, and the street with evergreen plants. Mechanical equipment must be fully
screened from view with evergreen plants at least as tall as the unit at planting or placed
in a walled enclosure (CC&Rs Section 10.09). A cut sheet of mechanical equipment
must accompany the plan.
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72
Show the location of all other landscape features: sidewalks, patios, decks, retaining
walls, decks, hot tubs, water features, pergolas, trellises, putting green, mechanical
equipment, etc. Note: if these features have not already received ASC approval a
change request must accompany the landscape plan. The request must include complete
information about the feature(s): dimensions, location, materials, and finish.
73
Note any grading changes not already approved for construction. Does the final grading
blend with the existing grade on adjacent property?
74
Exterior landscape lighting (circle one): yes
no
if yes provide a cut sheet and description/detail (Section 3.15)
75
Note whether or not an irrigation system will be installed. If a system will be installed in
only part of the lot, note which areas will receive irrigation.
The ASC takes no responsibility for the architectural or engineering soundness of any project reviewed by
the Committee. No inspection performed by the ASC is in any way a structural inspection, nor is it in lieu
of inspections required by others such as the City of Blaine, Whatcom County, or the State of Washington.
All applicants are specifically advised to seek independent professional advice regarding architectural or
engineering recommendations for their project.
All correspondence with the ASC must be in writing. No oral commitments are considered binding.
Changes to plans must be made to all three submitted sets. All changes must be initialed and dated by
applicant. Please request in writing the release of your $10,000 Bond or $5,000 Security Deposit when
you have completed the construction of your home and your landscaping.
Deliver your plans, your building material samples, the House Plan Review Checklist (pg 13 – 19), the
Average Natural Grade worksheet (pg 22), Frequently Omitted Items checklist (pg 23), Security Deposit
Agreement (pg 25), Construction Permit (pg 26), W-9 (if providing a cash deposit, pg 27), Patriot Act of
2001 information (pg 28), and all required information and documentation to the Architectural Standards
Office by noon 1 week prior to the meeting date.
Owners
Date
Signature of Owner or Owner’s Representative
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AVERAGE ADJACENT NATURAL GRADE CALCULATION
SCHEDULE EXAMPLE
The Average Adjacent Natural Grade shall be determined from a topographical map prepared by a licensed Surveyor and
calculated in the following manner:
1. The average natural grade shall be determined at each corner of the building, including the garage.
2. The lineal feet of each wall measured and recorded.
3. The average natural grade along each wall shall be calculated by taking the elevation of one corner, added to the
second corner, and divided by two.
4. The average natural grade for a given wall shall be multiplied by the length of wall under consideration.
5. The sum of the figures for all walls found in Item # 4 above shall be divided by the sum of the wall lengths that
make up the perimeter of the house, including the garage, to achieve the average natural grade.
CORNER
NATURAL
GRADE
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
TOTALS
90.10
91.75
95.50
95.75
92.75
93.00
94.00
96.25
92.50
90.50
WALL
LINE
LENGTH
OF WALL
AVERAGE
NATURAL
GRADE
90.93
93.63
95.63
94.25
92.88
93.50
95.13
94.38
91.50
90.30
0.00
LENGTH OF
WALL TIMES
AVERAGE
GRADE
3637.00
5149.38
2390.63
2356.25
1393.13
935.00
2853.75
3303.13
2745.00
451.50
0.00
0.00
AB
40
BC
55
CD
25
DE
25
EF
15
FG
10
GH
30
HI
35
IJ
30
JK(A)
5
KL
LM
MN
NO
OP
PQ
QR
RS
ST
TU
UV
VW
WX
XY
YZ
ZA
270
25214.75
THE SUM OF THE LENGTH OF WALLS—
TIMES THEIR ASSOCIATED AVERAGE NATURAL GRADE—
DIVIDED BY THE SUM OF THE WALLS
=
93.39
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AVERAGE ADJACENT NATURAL GRADE CALCULATION
SCHEDULE WORKSHEET
The Average Adjacent Natural Grade shall be determined from a topographical map prepared by a licensed Surveyor and
calculated in the following manner:
1. The average natural grade shall be determined at each corner of the building, including the garage.
2. The lineal feet of each wall measured and recorded.
3. The average natural grade along each wall shall be calculated by taking the elevation of one corner, added to the
second corner, and divided by two.
4. The average natural grade for a given wall shall be multiplied by the length of wall under consideration.
5. The sum of the figures for all the walls found in Item # 4 above shall be divided by the sum of the wall lengths
that make up the perimeter of the house, including the garage, to achieve the average natural grade.
CORNER
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
NATURAL
GRADE
WALL
LINE
LENGTH
OF WALL
AVERAGE
NATURAL
GRADE
LENGTH OF
WALL TIMES
AVERAGE
GRADE
AB
BC
CD
DE
EF
FG
GH
HI
IJ
JK
KL
LM
MN
NO
OP
PQ
QR
RS
ST
TU
UV
VW
WX
XY
YZ
ZA
TOTALS
THE SUM of THE LENGTH OF WALLS—
TIMES THEIR ASSOCIATED AVERAGE NATURAL GRADE—
DIVIDED by THE SUM OF THE WALLS
=
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FREQUENTLY OMITTED ITEMS (Must be Completed before Submission)
SITE PLAN

Setbacks: Are all features of the home including eaves, decks, driveways and appendages inside the
required setback lines of the lot?

Are the existing and final grading and contour lines marked on the plan?

Adjacent Home(s): Are adjacent homes, if any, shown on the site plan?

Drain Line Connections: Are all drain lines shown and connections indicated?

Mailbox: Is the mailbox shown on the site plan?

Utility Meters and Service Connections: Are the meters and boxes located on the site plan?
ELEVATIONS and PLANS

Height Limit: Has the height limit been met?

House Numbers: Is the house number placement shown on the elevations?

Light Fixture Placement: Are the locations of light fixtures correctly shown on the elevations?

Light Fixtures: Do all exterior (non-recessed) light fixtures indicate non-clear glass with a maximum of
25-watt per fixture?

Accent Materials: Do all stonework and other accent materials terminate on an inside corner?

Doors and Windows: Are the doors, windows, and trim accurately represented on the elevations?
LANDSCAPING

Submission: Your landscape plan may be submitted at time of original submission, OR within 30 days
of framing approval by the City of Blaine.

Plan: Does the landscape plan include a plant list?

Plant List: Does the plant list indicate name, quantity, and size of plants at initial planting?

Trees: Is there a minimum of 15 trees (existing and newly planted) in the perimeter of your lot?

Screening: Have large areas of solid walls been screened with plants? Is there screening between your
lot and the adjacent lot/s? Is there screening between your lot and the golf course?

Utility Screening: Have the utilities been screened from the view of neighbors, the street, and the golf
course?
SUBMISSION CHECKLIST. Bring the following items to the ASC office with your plans:

3 Complete Sets of Plans and Elevations

1 Original Stamped, Signed Tree/Lot Survey. Is the tree survey signed and stamped by a licensed
surveyor?

1 Digital Copy of the Plans

Completed House Plan Review Checklist

Signed Construction Permit

Signed Security Deposit Agreement, with W-9 and check, or Bond (bond photocopies not accepted)

Color copy of driver’s license

Photographs of the Lot. Have you provided photographs of the lot from the street and, if applicable, the
golf course?

Submission Fee (check made out to the SRA)

Skylight and Exterior Lighting Fixture cut sheets

Physical Exterior Samples: stonework sample, exterior colors painted on wood (all labeled)

Site Marked: Has the lot been ‘ribboned’ on all sides (excluding street)?
____________________________________
Signature
_________________________
Neighborhood and Lot Number
__________________
Date
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SECURITY DEPOSIT AGREEMENT – TERMS and CONDITIONS
If the Owner has made a Cash Deposit as its Security Deposit, the Association will deliver such Cash Deposit
into an interest-bearing account with Whatcom Land Title Company, Inc. (the “Escrow Agent”) (check made
out to Peoples Bank) and Paragraphs 1, 2, and 4 of these Terms and Conditions shall constitute the joint escrow
instructions of the Owner and the Association.
If the Owner has provided a Bond as its Security Deposit, the Association will retain the Bond and Paragraph 3
of the Terms and Conditions shall establish the conditions under which the Association may seek performance
or payment under the Bond. In addition, the Bond shall be in form and substance acceptable to the Association
and issued by a surety acceptable to the association (the “Surety”).
At any time prior to return of the Security Deposit to the Owner as provided in Paragraph 5 of the Terms and
Conditions, the Board of Directors of the Association may recover on the Security Deposit upon giving written
notice to the Owner and the Escrow Holder or Surety, as appropriate, of an Event of Noncompliance, as defined
below (a “Noncompliance Notice”). An “Event of Noncompliance” shall occur whenever the Board of
Directors of the Association determines that:
The Owner has not achieved final completion of the exterior elements of the Improvements, including
landscaping and deficiency list items, by the Completion Deadline (as may be extended from time to time in the
sole discretion of the Architectural Standards Committee of the Association in the event of mitigating
circumstances);
The Improvements are not being constructed in strict conformity with the plans and specifications approved by
the Architectural Standards Committee; or
The Owner is not strictly complying with any of the procedures and requirements of the Applicable CC&Rs
relating to the design and construction of the Improvements.
A noncompliance Notice shall identify the factual basis for determining an Event of Noncompliance as well as
the specific provisions of the Applicable CC&Rs that the Owner has violated. If the Security Deposit is a Cash
Deposit, then, within fourteen (14) days of receipt of a Noncompliance Notice, the Escrow Holder will release
the Cash Deposit (including accrued interest) to the Association and the Association will be entitled to retain the
Cash Deposit (including accrued interest). If the Security Deposit is a Bond, then, within fourteen (14) days of
receipt of a Noncompliance Notice, the Surety will make payment to the Association or tender performance
under the Bond.
Upon the Owner’s final completions of the Improvements, the Owner may submit a written request to the
Association for return of the Security Deposit, and provided that the Association determines that the Owner has,
in fact, finally completed the Improvements and that no Event of Noncompliance has occurred, the Association
will arrange for the return of the Security Deposit to the Owner within thirty (30) days of the Owner’s request.
Nothing herein shall be deemed to be any limitation or restriction on any other rights or remedies that the
Association may have in law, equity or under the Applicable CC&Rs with respect to an Event of
Noncompliance.
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SECURITY DEPOSIT AGREEMENT
Owner(s):
Date:
Property Address:
new construction
Type of Improvement (circle one):
remodel
other (describe):
COMPLETION DEADLINE for construction and landscaping is one year after the commencement of
construction (excavation).
(Actual Start Date:
Owner’s Initials:
)
SECURITY DEPOSIT:
_____ Cash Deposit in the Amount of $
(the lesser of $5,000 or 20% of the estimated cost of improvements (“Cash Deposit”); or
_____ $10,000 Performance and Payment Bond (“Bond”)
ASSOCIATION: Semiahmoo Resort Association
APPLICABLE CC&Rs:
1. Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Semiahmoo Resort Association
2. Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of:
The Owner intends to undertake construction of the Improvements on its Property and acknowledges that the design
and construction of the Improvements are subject to the procedures and requirements relating to the improvements
set forth in the Applicable CC&Rs. The Owner further acknowledges that the Association and, in particular, the
Board of Directors of the Association, are responsible for the administration and enforcement of the Applicable
CC&Rs with respect to the Improvements, and that as one of the preconditions to the Association approving the
design of the Improvements and authorizing commencement of construction, the Owner must provide the
Association with Security Deposit securing the Owner’s diligent and faithful performance of its obligations under
the Applicable CC&Rs under the terms and conditions set forth herein.
By initialing one of the spaces provided above in the Security Deposit section, the Association hereby
acknowledges receipt from the Owner of the form of Security Deposit corresponding to the space initialed.
By signing in the space provided below, the Owner affirms the foregoing and consents to the administration of the
Security Deposit in accordance with the Terms and conditions listed on page 24 of these Guidelines and Standards
for Home Construction.
Owner(s)
Date
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SEMIAHMOO RESORT ASSOCIATION CONSTRUCTION PERMIT
Lot #
Subdivision:
Address
Property Owner(s)
Builder
While under construction it is hereby agreed that the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) of the
Semiahmoo Guidelines and Standards for Home Construction and, in particular, the following conditions will be
observed:
1. Lot corners shall be located and maintained during construction.
2. The streets will be kept clean and free from dirt and debris, and cleaned daily.
3. Street, curb, neighborhood entry gate or pedestrian path damaged from construction will be repaired at the
owner’s expense.
4. There will be no radios on the site during construction.
5. There will be no construction crew pets on site during construction.
6. Speed limits of 20 mph (or less) in the various neighborhoods will be observed. Refer to the speed limit that is
posted on each gate. All construction-related vehicles, including delivery vehicles, will use the closest gate
to the site whenever possible.
7. All construction related activities must remain within the lot boundaries. No moving equipment, clearing,
grading, or storage of material on the neighboring properties will be allowed without written permission.
8. A trash receptacle must be on site at all times. Thorough cleanup at end of each day of all personal and
construction debris. Dumpster to be emptied as needed, and all other trash receptacles to be emptied daily, or
as needed to maintain a clean, orderly site.
9. Burning of construction debris is not permitted. All excavating and construction debris must be removed from
site via truck or trailer.
10. Sanitary facilities will be placed well onto the property with the door facing away from the street.
11. Parking on the street will be on one side of the street only.
12. Signs will conform to the ASC sign regulations.
13. The hours of work will include Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. No work
will be allowed on Sundays or American holidays: New Years Day (Jan 1), Memorial Day (varies),
Independence Day (July 4), Labor Day (varies), Thanksgiving Day (4th Thurs in Nov) and Christmas Day.
14. This Semiahmoo Resort Association Construction Permit DOES NOT take the place of any building permits
required by the City of Blaine or any other jurisdiction.
15. DRAYTON HILLSIDE ONLY: Construction during rainy seasons is discouraged.
Additional requirements/comments: When this form is completed and returned, you will be permitted to start
construction in accordance with the approved plans and conditions of approval. Construction must substantially
commence within six (6) months of the ASC date of the formal approval ( / /2015), or a new application and
submittal fee must be made to the Architectural Standards Committee. Any variations from the approved plans or
colors must be submitted for prior approval in writing to the ASC. By signing in the space provided below, the
OWNER affirms that he/she has read and understands the schedule of non-compliance issues and related fines listed
within these Guidelines and Standards for Home Construction. The SRA Construction Permit must be posted on
site along with the City of Blaine building permit.
Architectural Standards Committee
Date
Property Owner(s)
Date
Builder
Date
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W-9 (If you are not a U.S. Citizen or a Resident Alien call the ASC Office for form W-8BEN.)
For complete W-9 instructions go to http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf.
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IN ACCORDANCE with the USA PATRIOT ACT of 2001
Whatcom Land Title Company is required to
record the following information
when establishing an interest bearing escrow account.
Record Owner:
Need Middle Initial
Tax ID# or Social Security #
Owner’s Mailing Address:
(must have street address)
Telephone:
Date of Birth:
Occupation:(not where you
work)
Place of Birth:
Driver’s License Number
(incl. issue date & exp. date).
Provide Copy of Driver’s
License (color)
Mother’s Maiden Name:
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APPENDIX I: SET BACKS AND HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
FRONT
SIDE
REAR
HEIGHT
Boundary Estates (This is a quick reference only – refer to the BE CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 4
25’
15’
30’
35’
Boundary Ridge I (This is a quick reference only – refer to the BR I CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 18
25’
10’
50’
Lots 19 – 32
25’
10’
30’
Lots 33 – 48
25’
10’
30’
Lots 49, 50, 51
25’
10’
30’
Lots 52 – 56
25’
10’
30’
24’
24’
30’
24’
30’
* Note: Lots 5-8, 11-13: Wall surface facing access road shall not exceed 15’
Boundary Ridge II (This is a quick reference only – refer to the BR II CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 10
25’
10
Varies/see Plat Map
Lots 11 – 20
25’
10’
30’
24’
30’
Carnoustie (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the Carnoustie CC&Rs.)
Lots 1–6 single family (sf)
25’
10’
40’
Lots 7 sf See C-1
25’
10’
40’
Lots 8–11 sf
25’
10’
40’
Lot 12* sf See C-2
25’
10’
20’
Lots 13–14 sf
25’
12.5’
50’
Lot 15* sf See C-2
25’
12.5’
50’
Lot 16* sf See C-2
25’
15’
***
Lot 17–18* sf
25’
15’
40’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
Multi-Family
Setbacks see C-3
Drayton Cove (This is a quick reference only – refer to the DC CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 5
25’
10’
30’
Lots 6 – 10
25’
10’
0’
Lots 11 – 21
25’
10’
Varies/see Plat Map
Lots 22 – 23
25’
10’
30’
Lots 24 – 28
25’
10’
30’
Lots 21 – 27 (see CC&Rs for Eagle’s Nest restrictions)
Lots 23 and 24 (special 100’ Eagle’s Nest restriction)
Height See E
30’
30’
24’**
24’**
30’
(corner lots 1, 20, 27, 28) – 25’ setback from both streets
** Parcels 11 - 23 may be 24’ to roof peak, measured vertically from the ave. curb grade at street abutting the Parcel
Drayton Hillside I (This is a quick reference only – refer to the DH I CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 18
20’
10’
***
Lots 20, 21
20’
10’
30’
Lots 22 – 35
20’
10’
40’
20’****
20’****
20’****
*** the minimum building setback for the rear yard shall be zero (0) feet from the building setback line located in the rear
yards of those lots and identified as the waterfront setback line on the Phase I Plat.
**** or 36’ for two-story rear façade, see also Section 3.08 (f), Pg 10 Drayton Hillside CC&Rs
F
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Drayton Hillside II (This is a quick reference only – refer to the DH II CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 6
20’ +/- 5’
10’
30’
Lots 7 – 10
20’+/- 5’
10’
30’
Lots 14 – 17, 24
20’+/- 5’
10’
20 or 30’#
Lots 18 - 23
20’+/- 5’
10’
30’
Lot 11
20’+/- 5’
10’
20’
Lot 12, 13
20’+/- 5’
10’
20’
30’*
28’
30’**
30’***
28’****
30’
Height is measured from the ave. curb grade, located at the midpoint of the up hill parcel line. If garage entrance is
perpendicular to uphill rd reduce setback by 5’; if parallel to uphill rd increase setback by 5’; if diagonal - 20’.
*
ave. curb grade will be 84 vertical feet above the line of ordinary high water recorded on the plat map
** ave. curb grade as measured from Drayton Harbor Rd.
*** from ave. curb grade as measured from the private road
**** ave. curb grade shall be 162 vertical feet from the line of ordinary high water
#
14, 15, 16 is 20’; 17, 24 is 30’
Prestwick Village (This is a quick reference only – refer to the PV CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 19
25’
15’
30’
FRONT
SIDE
REAR
Royal Troon (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the RT CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 5
25’
15’
40’
Lots 6, 7
25’
15’**
40’
Lots 8, 9
25’
15’
40’
Lot 10
25’
15’
50’
Lots 11 – 13
25’
12.5’
50’
Lot 14*
25’
12.5’
50’
Lot 15*
25’
15’
***
Lot 16*
25’
15’
40’
Lot 17*
25’
15’**
****
Lot 18*
25’
15’**
35’
Lot 19*
25’
15’
40’
Lot 20*
25’
10’
30’
Lot 21
25’
10’ W
30’
Lot 22
25’
10’
30’
Lot 23*
25’
10’ E
****
Lots 24*, 25*
25’
15’
40’
Lot 26*
25’
15’
30’
Lot 27
25’
10’
30’
Lot 28
25’
10’ W
30’
Lot 29*
25’
10’
25’
Setback from
Lots 26 & 27
Lots 30, 31
25’
10’
30’
Lots 32, 33
25’
10’ S**
30’
Lot 34*
25’
10’
30’
Lot 35
25’
10’
30’
Lot 36*
25’
10’ E
****
Lots 37, 38
25’
15’
40’
*
See Section 2.10 (e), Page 7, Royal Troon CC&Rs
** No structure may encroach onto the utility easement area.
*** 30’, 35’ or 40’ depending upon which Rear Parcel Line is being used to measure from
**** 30’ or 40’ depending upon which Rear Parcel Line is being used to measure from
35’
HEIGHT
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
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FRONT
SIDE
REAR
HEIGHT
Saint Andrews Green I (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the SAG I CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 46
25’
10’
30’
30’
Saint Andrews Green II (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the SAG II CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 55
25’
10’
30’
30’
Saint Andrews Green III (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the SAG III CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 28
25’
15’
30’
35’
Saint Andrews Green IV-A (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the SAG IV CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 11
25’
10’
30’
Lots 53 – 83
25’
15’
30’
35’
35’
Saint Andrews Green IV-B (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the SAG IV CC&Rs.)
Lots 12–26, 31, 32, 35,
36, 39, 40, 43 – 46
25’
10’
30’
See below++
Lots 27–30, 33, 34, 37,
38, 41, 42, 47 – 52
25’
15’
30’
See below++
++ Height Requirements for SAG IV-B
Lots 12, 13-15, 25, 31, 32, 35, 36, 39 & 40
24’ from Canvasback Road
Lots 16
16’ from Canvasback Road
Lot 17 – 24
16’ from Canvasback Loop
Lot 26
24’ from Canvasback Road driveway easement
Lots 27-30, 33, 34, 37, 38, 41-52
30’ from average adjacent natural grade
Saint Andrews Green IV-C (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the SAG IV CC&Rs.)
Lots 1–7, 9–13, 28-31, 36-50
25’
15’
40’
Lot 8
25’
15’
15’
Lot 14
25’
Setback from lots 13 & 15
10’
Setback from lot 26
10’
Setback from lot 20
30’
Setback from Open Space
30’
Lots 15, 16, 18, 19
25’
10’
25’
Lot 17
25’
10’
10’
Lots 20, 23, 24, 25
25’
10’
30’
Lot 21
25’
Setback to Open Space
10’
Setback from lot 22
30’
Lot 22
25’
10’
Setback from lot 21
30’
Lot 26
25’
30’
Setback from lot 25
10’
Setback from lot 27
15’
Setback from lot 14
10’
Lot 27
25’
40’
Setback from lot 26
*varies
Setback from lots 28 & 13
15’
Lot 32
25’
10’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
35’
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FRONT
Lot 33
25’
Setback from lot 32
Lot 34
25’
Setback from lot 35
Lot 35
25’
Setback from lot 34
Setback from Golf Course
* 5’ from the angular easement adjacent to property line
SIDE
REAR
HEIGHT
10’
35’
10’
35’
30’
20’
35’
15’
30’
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FRONT
SIDE
REAR
HEIGHT
Stonehaven (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the Stonehaven CC&Rs.)
Lot 1
20’
25’ N
10’
35’
Lot 2
20’
5’ N
10’
35’
Lot 3
20’
5’
40’
35’
Lot 4
20’
5’**
30’
35’
Lots 5, 6
20’
5’**
25’
35’
Lot 7
20’
40’ W****
35’
Lot 8
20’
5’**
45’
35’
Lot 9
20’
5’**
60’
35’
Lot 10
20’
5’ N
60’
35’
Lot 11
20’
40’ W30’
35’
Lots 12, 13
20’
***
30’
35’
Lots 14, 15, 16
20’
5’**
30’
35’
Lots 17, 18
20’
5’ S
30’
35’
Lot 19
20’
5’**
30’
35’
Lots 20, 21
20’
5’
30’
35’
Lot 22
20’
5’**
30’
35’
Lots 23, 24
20’
***
30’
35’
Lot 25
20’
5’**
30’
35’
Lot 26
20’
5’
50’
35’
Rear setback from Lot 11
30’
Lot 27
20’
5’
55’
35’
Lot 28
20’
5’**
55’
35’
Lot 29
40’
40’ S
40’
35’
Lot 30
60’
5’**
40’
35’
Lot 31 *Semiahmoo Pkwy
70’
5’**
45’
35’
*Blue Grouse Way
20’
Lot 32
20’
5’**
45’
35’
Lots 33, 34
***
55’
35’
Lots 35 – 37
20’
5’**
55’
35’
Lot 38
20’
5’**
50’
35’
Lot 39
20’
5’**
45’
35’
Lots 40 – 46
20’
5’**
45’
35’
Lot 47
25’ N
45’
35’
** The minimum distance between structures on adjacent parcels shall be fifteen (15) feet. Example: if a
residence on Lot 4 is set back five feet from the western boundary, then any structure on Lot 5 would have
to be set back at least ten (10) feet.
*** No structure may encroach on the utility easement area (the 12.5 foot wide strips running along each side
of the common borders).
**** The minimum building setback for the rear yard shall follow the southerly border of the expanded utility
easement area located on lot 7 as shown on Stonehaven map.
Turnberry Wood (This is a quick reference only. Refer to the TW CC&Rs.)
Lots 1 – 25
25’
15’
30’
35’
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APPENDIX II: STONEHAVEN REGULATIONS
Semiahmoo Resort Community - Revised July 23, 2009*
1. All project submissions must comply with the Guidelines and Standards for Home Construction (GSHC)
except when superseded by information in this appendix. All samples and forms required by the GSHC
must be supplied with the submission.
2. Landscaping requires one tree near the street. List of suggested trees will be given to the owner.
*Note: Chanticleer red spire pear tree requirement was removed on 7-23-2009.
3. If building a custom home in Stonehaven, follow the full regular submission process detailed in the
GSHC.
4. If building one of the Kappler-designed homes, Trillium Corporation, dba Semiahmoo Company,
reserves the right to determine orientation and siting of each home on each lot. Considerations will include:
a. Appropriate mix of neighboring plans and elevations to avoid repetition.
b. 5’ minimum side yard setback, 15’ minimum setback between homes (refer to the Stonehaven
Homeowners Association Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions).
c. Garages back-to-back whenever possible to facilitate streetscape aesthetics and outlooks.
d. Orientation of one Aberdeen, Balmoral or Carnoustie approved Stonehaven floor plans by Kappler
(each model has three “3” approved floor plans and nine “9” elevations).
e. Plans are the property of Semiahmoo Company and will not be used for any purpose other than to build
within Stonehaven. One set of construction drawings was provided to purchaser after all contingencies
were removed from the offer to purchase.
5. If a Kappler-designed home is proposed without revisions only a courtesy review by the Architectural
Standards Committee (ASC) is required:
a. See #1, 2, and 4, above.
b. $350 (subject to change) Courtesy Review Fee made payable to: Semiahmoo Resort Association
(SRA), in place of the regular submission fee.
c. One set of plans to the ASC for courtesy review.
d. If the submission is complete, approval is made immediately at the ASC meeting.
6. If a Kappler-designed home is proposed with revisions, a full review is required as detailed in the GSHC:
a. See #1, 2, and 4 above
b. If House Design is revised by someone other than Kappler Associates, Semiahmoo Company will
review these changes for aesthetic continuity and impervious coverage. All exterior redesign
and/or redesign review costs will be born by purchaser.
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APPENDIX III: IDAHO WOOD MAIL BOX INFORMATION
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APPENDIX III: IDAHO WOOD MAIL BOX INFORMATION:
Additional Mailboxes approved:
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LOCKING MAILBOXES
On June 26, 2014 the colors: Green, Black, Brown & Copper were approved for use within the
Semiahmoo Community for locking mailboxes. These are USPS approved locking mailboxes from
www.mailboxes.com. They are called Roadside Mailboxes. You can contact the company by phone at:
800-624-5269 or order online. The mailboxes below are two of the available colors.
The company was contacted and gave the following information:
The mailbox price is: $125.00 (weight 25#) (item #4325)
In ground post: $80.00 (weight 20#) (item 4385)
Newspaper holders are $50.00 each (item 4315)
Contact the ASC Administrator for additional information at 360-371-7786 or by e-mail:
[email protected]
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APPENDIX IV: TREE REMOVAL, RETENTION, and REPLACEMENT
GUIDELINES and STANDARDS
C&R Section 10.01 Purpose. “...to preserve the natural setting and beauty…” of the Semiahmoo Resort Community.
CC&R Section 10.06(a) “...Dwellings and structures will be located with regard to the topography of each Site taking into
consideration the location of trees and vegetation and other aesthetic and environmental considerations…”
CC&R Section 10.07(d) “Unless located within five (5) feet of a building… no Owner… shall be entitled to cut, remove, or
mutilate any trees, shrubs, bushes, or other vegetation having a trunk diameter of six (6) inches or more at a point of four
(4) feet above ground level, without obtaining the prior approval of the ASC…”1
Guidelines and Standards for Home Construction (GSHC) Section 4.2. Tree Guidelines. “The purpose of these guidelines is to
preserve the “natural setting and beauty of Semiahmoo (10.01 of the CC&R’s); and provide for consistent treatment of
property and homeowners.”
A TREE MAY NOT BE REMOVED WITHOUT THE PRIOR
APPROVAL OF THE ARCHITECTURAL STANDARDS COMMITTEE.
1. ARBORIST REPORT. In all cases, an owner may be required to provide a certified arborist’s report
detailing the health and status of the tree, if the Architectural Standards Committee (ASC) deems the
report necessary in order for the ASC to finish its inspection and review of a tree. The owner is
required to provide this report at his/her expense. The ASC requires its Tree Evaluation Form be used
as at least a part of the arborist’s report.
2. WHEN THE ASC REQUIRES A REPLACEMENT TREE.
2.1. If the tree requested for removal is especially significanti, particularly large, or otherwise
especially desirable more than one replacement tree, and other mitigating measures, may be
required, including larger than standard replacement trees.
2.2. Standard replacement trees are:
2.2.1. Deciduous trees with a trunk caliper measurement greater than two inches.
2.2.2. Evergreen conifers with a height greater than eight feet (i.e. seven to ten gallon).
2.3. If there is not adequate room for a replacement tree, or if the lot has a larger number of trees,
replacement trees may not be required.
3. TREE REMOVAL REQUESTS ACCOMPANYING CONSTRUCTION SUBMISSIONS
3.1. If the tree is within five (5) feet of the proposed foundation of the house it may be removed.
3.2. If the tree is far enough from the proposed dwelling to be undamaged during the construction
process the tree may be approved for removal if it is not a significant tree. * Replacement trees
and other mitigating measures may be required at the discretion of the ASC.
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City of Blaine Shoreline Management approval may be required in order to remove trees less than six inches in diameter, at a height of 48
inches, on some lots in Aerie, Boundary Ridge I, Boundary Ridge II, Drayton Cove, Drayton Hillside I, and Drayton Hillside II.
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4.0 TREE REMOVAL REQUESTS ON UNDEVELOPED LOTS AND DEVELOPED
LOTS (WITH A HOME)
4.1 If the removal of trees is not the only proposed lot improvement on an undeveloped lot
then a landscape plan must be submitted and reviewed. Tree removal requests will be
reviewed in conjunction with a landscaping plan. [The ASC requests that an owner
consider keeping trees in the perimeter of an undeveloped lot (outside of a future
possible building envelope), if possible.]
4.2 The tree may be approved for removal if it is not a significant tree. * Replacement trees
and other mitigating measures may be required at the discretion of the ASC.
4.3 The tree must be retained if it is a significant tree.
4.4 The tree may be approved for removal if the area is overcrowded with trees (not enough
room for all trees to grow to maturity), or if the tree in question is limiting the growth
and development of a more significant tree.
5.0 TREE MAINTENANCE (See Appendix VII – Glossary of Tree Maintenance)
5.1 For view control purposes, tree topping is not a viable option, (see glossary) under
normal circumstances.
5.2 VIEW CONTROL TREE SUGGESTIONS (See Appendix VIII – View Control Tree
Suggestions)
5.3 RECOMMENDED PRUNING PRACTICES (See Appendix IX – Recommended
Pruning Practices
6.0
INSPECTION REQUESTS. Every effort will be made by the ASC to complete emergency
inspections in a timely manner. All other inspections will be conducted twice per month. Inspections are
scheduled at ASC meetings. Tree inspection requests must be received at least three days prior to any
ASC meeting. Inspections usually take place within 7 days of the ASC meeting. Contact the ASC office
for more information. A tree removal request must include the reason why the tree is being requested for
removal, and the location and type (species) of tree. The tree must be physically identified on site
(ribboned).
DUE TO INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES THE ASC RULING ON A PARTICULAR TREE MAY
DIFFER FROM THESE GUIDELINES AND STANDARDS.
I have received a copy of, and understand, these guidelines and standards.
_____________________________________
_____________________
SIGNATURE
DATE
_______________________________________________________
PRINT NAME
________________________________
NEIGHBORHOOD & LOT NUMBER
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A significant tree is identified as any tree which is deemed by the Architectural Standards Committee (ASC) to have a size,
shape, health, and appearance that contributes greatly to the natural setting and beauty of a lot. In general, significant trees are
healthy, larger, attractive, symmetrically shaped, of good color, and with a good crown. Examples of significant alders,
birches, and other similar deciduous trees a significant tree include younger trees with a relatively straight trunk and few broken
branches, and older and shorter trees with relatively straight trunks and a well shaped crowns.
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APPENDIX V: COMMUNITY RULES
As property owners in the Semiahmoo Resort Community, we are all members of the Semiahmoo Resort
Association (SRA) and accordingly subject to the provisions of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for the
Semiahmoo Resort Community (CC&Rs) and the SRA Bylaws. Over the years, the Semiahmoo Resort Association
has developed a number of “Community Rules.” The purpose of these Community Rules is to lend greater
definition to the CC&Rs and the Bylaws and in so doing help us all to protect the beauty and the serenity of our
much cherished community.
All SRA members are provided with a copy of the CC&Rs at the time of purchase, and we are all required to abide
by them. In particular, Article X that sets out the Architectural Standards and Use Provisions is very familiar to all
of us who have built here. But did you know that Article X also applies to members who wish to do exterior
renovations to their home or property? In addition, we are responsible for conveying this information to our
architects, contractors, builders, trades people, gardeners, etc., as well as any guest or tenants of our
property. If you are in need of a copy of the CC&Rs, please contact the SRA office at (360) 371-7796.
With this publication, the SRA wishes to make property owners aware of the Community Rules. These Community
Rules do not replace the CC&Rs, they supplement them. (Where applicable, the number of the corresponding
CC&R will be given in parentheses at the end of the rule; ASC refers to the Architectural Standards Committee.)
1. Observe the posted speed limit in each neighborhood—20 miles per hour (or less) inside the gates.
2. Place trashcans and recycling containers at curb (not in the street) on day of pickup only, returning them to
your property same day of pick-up.
3. Mailboxes must be the type established by the ASC and must be maintained (10.12).
4. Homes and yards must be maintained (5.01 & 10.17).
5. Burning of debris is permitted only in accordance with City of Blaine regulations; contact Whatcom County
Fire District 13 at (360) 371-2533.
6. No trash or debris may be dumped or placed on vacant lots or any other portion of the development (10.17).
7. Light bulbs in direct exterior light fixtures must not exceed 25 watts per fixture (10.12). No exterior light
bulbs shall be colored, except for reasonable periods of time during the holiday seasons.
8. Tarps covering woodpiles, play equipment, etc. must be an earth-tone color (not blue) (10.17).
9. Exterior holiday decorations are permitted only for reasonable periods of time during the holiday seasons (5.01
& 10.17).
10. No perimeter or other permanent fencing shall be allowed (10.12).
11. No tree, shrub, bush or vegetation with a trunk diameter of 6 inches or more measured at four (4) feet
above ground (unless located within 5 feet of a building, recreational or parking facility) may be cut or removed
without prior approval of ASC (10.07). Please contact the ASC office at (360) 371-7786.
12. All exterior changes to be made to the residence or to the landscaping during construction (including changes
to exterior paint color) require prior approval from the ASC.
13. All exterior changes to existing houses and yards (i.e. paint color, structural modifications, alteration or
addition of exterior lights, installation or change to a patio, decks, hot tub, playhouse or play equipment, any
changes that would alter the impervious condition, etc.) require prior approval of the ASC, see CC&R, Article
X for full requirements and procedures.
14. Yard structures, for example but not limited to, trellises, garden benches, play houses and play equipment, hot
tubs, etc. must not encroach onto setbacks.
15. Portable basketball backstops must be kept on private property and not be placed on SRA property.
16. Installation of a satellite dish and its location requires prior approval of the ASC and, if applicable, the
Condominium Association (10.14).
17. Parking of vehicles (other than the parking of personal vehicles of guests while visiting) is not permitted on
neighborhood streets. Off-street parking must be provided by the property owners (10.19). Parking and storage
restrictions apply to mobile homes, trailers, motor homes, tractors, trucks other than pick-up trucks, boats, boat
trailers, commercial vehicles of any type, etc., (10.19).
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18. Pets shall be leashed at all times when walked or exercised in any portion of the Common Areas, and all pet
owners must immediately remove all excrement left by their pets on Common property (10.16).
19. Hours of construction work include Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to
7:00 p.m. No construction work shall be done on Sundays or holidays, except for an emergency situation (as
defined in CC&R 10.06).
20. No maintenance work shall be done on Sundays or holidays using equipment or machinery such as chain saw,
power saw, leaf/debris blower, power-washing equipment, tree chipper, etc., except for emergency situation
(10.06 & 10.17). Routine yard maintenance by property owners, using power equipment and machinery limited
to mowing, trimming and weeding, is permitted on Sunday between 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
21. Except as may be required by legal proceedings, no signs or advertising posters of any kind shall be
maintained or permitted without the express permission of the ASC (10.13 & 10.17). Political Signs may be
displayed before any primary or general election in accordance with RCW 64.38.034. Signs must be: neat; well
maintained; in good taste; no grater than 36 inches by 30 inches; installed with a single post close to the ground;
a maximum of four signs may be displayed simultaneously; signs may only be displayed within four months of
the date of the election and must be promptly removed after the election.
22. All fireworks and explosive devices are banned behind the gates of Semiahmoo (effective 06-12-06).
23. Flags and Flag poles are governed as follows. Flags: allowable flags include flags of national origin only. Flag
poles: metal pole (bronze colored aluminum or white aluminum); front or rear yard installation only; located
within the building envelope (i.e. outside of the setbacks); not to exceed 25 feet in height; and with an internal
halyard.
24. If you choose to rent or lease your home, the SRA requires that you provide evidence that you have given your
tenant a copy of the CC&Rs and Community Rules. Contact the Administrative Director in the SRA office to
certify that you have completed this obligation. Additional copies of the documents are available if needed.
25. SOLICITATION: On November 27, 2007, the Board of Directors determined that there is NO
SOLICITING within the gates of Semiahmoo.
ENFORCEMENT and SANCTIONS
1. CC&Rs 11.02, 11.04 and 12.04 set out the enforcement procedure and the imposition of sanctions to be
followed by the SRA. The Board has established procedures for the imposition of monetary fines for
violations of the CC&Rs, including these Community Rules. Subject to those procedures, fines of up to
$10.00 per day, not to exceed $150.00 per month may be imposed for each violation of the Community
Rules. Fines would continue to accumulate until the related violation is corrected. The Board also has a
right to specifically enforce the Community Rules under the procedures set forth in the CC&Rs.
2. The SRA Board of Directors may designate an SRA employee(s) to enforce the provisions of the CC&Rs,
the Bylaws and the Community Rules.
3. In the case of improperly parked vehicles, the Board has the authority to have such vehicles impounded.
AUTHORITY OF SRA
1. Subject to provisions contained in the CC&Rs, the Board of Directors may establish reasonable rules and
regulations concerning the use of Sites, Multi-Family, Neighborhood and Commercial Areas and Common
Areas and facilities located thereon, including without limitation, the Recreational Amenities. (11.01)
2. In the event of conflict between this publication and the CC&Rs and the Bylaws, the CC&Rs and the
Bylaws will govern.
Adherence to our Community Rules and the CC&Rs should enhance the experience of living at Semiahmoo
for all members of the SRA. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the SRA office at (360) 3717796.
Effective Date: September 18, 2001. Revised 3-26-02; 4-19-04; 6-12-06; 11-20-06; 7-18-07; 11-27-07; 2-19-08 and 8-1-08
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APPENDIX VI – SEMIAHMOO MASTER PLAN PLANT LIST D
Native and ornamental species for residential, commercial, and recreation areas and open spaces in the Uplands.
Note “-N” after a plant name denotes a native or naturalized species suitable for use in natural reserves, forest
edges, and other natural settings.
TREES
Abies grandis, grand fir, (lowland fir) -N
Acer circidiphyllum, (A. circinatum) vine maple, -N
A. palmatum, Japanese maple
A. rubrum, red maple
Calocedrus decurrens, incense cedar, -N
Cercidiphyllum japonicum, Katsura tree
Cercis ssp., red bud
Chamaecyparis lawsoniana, (false cypress) Port
Orford cedar, -N
Cornus florida, Eastern white (flowering) dogwood
Cornus mas, cornelian cherry, -N
Crataegus oxycantha, English hawthorn
C. phaenopyrum, Washington thorn
Fraxinus oxycarpa, flame ash
Gleditsia triancanthos, honey locust – thornless
vars.
Liquidamber styraciflua, sweet gum
Malus floribunda, flowering crabapple
Oxydentrum arboreum, sourwood (sorrel tree)
Pinus densiflora, Japanese red pine
P. monticola, Western white pine
P. nigra, Austrian black pine
Plantanus acerifolia, London plane tree
Populus nigra ‘Italica’, Lombardy poplar
P. tremuloides, quaking aspen
Prunus spp., flowering cherry
Pseudotsuga menzeisii, Douglas fir, -N
Quercus chrysolepis, canyon live oak
Q. ilex, holly oak
Q. palustris, pin oak
Q. robur, English oak
Rhus typhina, staghorn sumac
Salix babylonica, weeping willow
Sequoia sempervirens, coast redwood –N
Sorbus aucuparia, mountain ash, -N
Stewartia spp., stewartia
Sytrax japonica, Japanese snowball tree
Thuja plicata, western red cedar, -N
SHRUBS AND WOOD GROUND COVER
Amelanchier laevis, serviceberry, -N
Arbutus unedo, strawberry tree
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi, kinnickinick, -N
Berberis darwinii, Darwin’s barberry
B. thunbergii, Japanese barberry
Buxus sempervirens, common or English boxwood
Camellia spp., camellia
Chaenomeles spp., flowering quince
Clematis spp., clematis vine
Cistus hybridus & purpureus, rock rose
Cornus canadensis, bunchberry, -N
C. stolonifera, red twig dogwood, -N
Corylus cornuta, hazelnut (filbert), -N
Daphne spp., daphne
Enkianthus campanulatus, enkianthus
Erica spp., heath
Euonymus alata, spindle bush
E. fortunei vars., wintercreeper
Fragaria chiloensis, sand (beach) strawberry, -N
Gaultheria procumbens, wintergreen, -N
G. shallon, salal, -N
Hedera helix, English ivy
Helianthemum nummularium, sunrose
Holodiscus discolor, ocean spray, -N
Hypericum calycinum, St. John’s wort
Ilex altaclarensis ‘Wilsonii’, Wilson holly
I. crenata, Japanese holly
Juniperus chinensis procumbens, Japanese garden
juniper
Kalmia latifolia, mountain laurel
K. microphylla, western laurel
Ligustrum japonicum, waxleaf privet
Magnolia stellata, star magnolia
Mahonia aquifolium, Oregon grape, -N
M. nervosa, low Oregon grape (long leaf mahonia), -
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N
Nandina domestica, heavenly bamboo
Osmanthus delavayi, Delavay osmanthus
Pernettya mucronata, pernettya (Gaultheria
mucronata)
Philadelphus spp., mock orange, -N
Photinia glabra, Japanese photinia
Pierus japonica, pierus
Potentilla fruiticosa, shrubby cinquefoil
Prunus laurocerasus ‘Otto Luyken’, Otto Luyken
laurel
LAWN
60% creeping red fescue
20% Kentucky bluegrass
10% velvet bent grass
10% Pennefine ryegrass
Sod or seed as per standard horticultural practices.
P. lusitanica, Portugal laurel
Pyracantha spp., firethorn
Raphiolepis spp., Yeddo & Indian hawthorn
Rhododendron spp., rhododendrons and azaleas, -N
Ribes sanguineum, red flowering currant, -N
Rosemarinus officinalis, rosemary
Sarcococco spp., sarcococco (sweet box)
Stranvnaesia davidiana, stranvaesia
Symphoricarpos albus, snowberry, -N
Viburnum burkwoodii, viburnum
V. davidii, David’s viburnum
V. plicatum tomentosum, doublefile viburnum
V. tinus, laurustinus
Vinca minor, periwinkle
Weigela spp., weigela
ANNUALS/PERENNIALS/FERNS
Anemone x hybrida, Japanese anemone
Aquilegia spp., columbine, -N
Astilbe spp., astilbe (false spiraea)
Calendula officinalis, calendula
Coreopsis spp. Coreopsis
Hemerocallis spp., daylilies
Iris siberica, Siberian iris
Lythrum salicaria, lythrum (purple loosestrife)
Narcissus spp., daffodils, naturalizing
Phlox spp., phlox
Polypodium glycyrrhiza, licorice fern
Polystichum munitum, sword fern, -N
Tulipa spp., tulip
WILDFLOWER SEED MIX
‘Northwest Wildflower Mix,’ Northwest Native
Wildflower Mix,’ and other mixes are available from
Environmental Seed Producers, Inc.;
www.espseeds.com.
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APPENDIX VII – GLOSSARY OF TREE MAINTENANCE
*Crown thinning of conifers (needle leaf trees: fir, cedar, pine, larch, chamaecyparis, etc.).
*“Wind sail”: The amount of tree canopy that resists the force of the wind. A dense canopy catches more wind
than a thin or more porous canopy. Crown or canopy thinning on any type of tree can reduce the resistance to
wind forces – there is less surface area.
*“Selective limb/branch removal”: Thinning by removing branches and/or limbs to the stem in a way to
enhance air and light circulation, and reduction in wind sail while maintaining balance and symmetry without
impacting the health of the tree. Generally, this is done by removing every third or forth branch/limb, depending
on the tree.
*“Windowing”: Removing foliage to open up or frame a particular view. This may upset the symmetry of a tree
or trees, but can be worth it to the homeowner without more drastic measures such as topping or complete
removal.
*“Raking” is a term used to describe the removal of small interior branchlets and twigs, generally on fir trees, to
thin the crown. Shortening limbs to acceptable laterals is another means of crown reduction. Both cause reactive
growth: raking causes limbs to grow longer, while shortening stimulates interior growth.
*Crown reduction of deciduous trees (broadleaf species)
Reducing the size of a deciduous tree involves “drop crotch pruning”, a term to describe the removal of branch
ends back to a lateral branch large enough to accept the growth energy being diverted to it. When used with
crown cleaning and interior thinning, this process will reduce the overall size of a tree crown.
The most important rule for successful drop crotch pruning (as well as heading cuts in general) is the “1/3 to ½
rule”. That is, when deciding on a lateral to cut back to make sure it is at least 1/3 the diameter of the stem you
are removing, preferably ½ !
**Pollarding: the annual removal of all of the previous year's growth, resulting in a flush of slender shoots and
branches each spring.
**Topping: a poor maintenance practice often used to control the size of trees; involves the indiscriminate
cutting of branches and stems at right angles leaving long stubs. Synonyms include rounding-over, heading-back,
dehorning, capping and hat-racking. Topping is often improperly referred to as pollarding.
**Crown Reduction Pruning: a method of pruning used to reduce the height of a tree. Branches are cut back to
laterals that are at least one-third the diameter of the limb being removed. Stumps left on branches are not
appropriate pruning practices. Cuts shall be made at an appropriate junction, leaving a viable branch.
**Crown Raising: a method of pruning to provide clearance for pedestrians, vehicles, buildings, lines of sight,
and vistas by removing lower branches.
**Crown Thinning: a method of pruning to increase light penetration and air movement through the crown of a
tree by selective removal of branches.
*John Hymas, Moonlight Tree Service 2010
**Courtesy of the US Dept. of Agriculture.
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APPENDIX VIII – VIEW CONTROL TREE SUGGESTIONS
Short-growing Conifers
(Or trees that can be pruned to maintain height)
As we know, view issues can be contentious. It is best to plan ahead when planting trees in landscaping that may
block views as they mature. Here is a list of trees that normally do not grow over 30ft, or may be pruned to maintain a
desired height and size without harming the health of the tree. In most cases this type of periodic pruning will be
necessary every 1-3 years, depending on the species.
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo). Slow to moderate growth to 35ft. with equal spread. Good near salt water.
Wild Lilac (Ceanothus ‘Ray Hartman’). Moderate grower to 20ft. Not long-lived.
Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica). Moderate growth to 30ft, equally broad in shade, narrower in full sun.
Holly (Ilex). Large shrubs or can be pruned to single-stemmed tree. Many varieties available. Hardy and easy to prune
to size and height.
Sweet Bay (Laurus nobilis). Slow growth to 40ft. It can be pruned easily into formal shapes. ‘Saratoga’ is a good
variety.
Privet (Ligustrum lucidum). Usually used as a hedge plant, but several varieties are sold as small trees: L. ligustrum
(Glossy Privet), L. japonicum (Japanese Privet), L. japonicum ‘Texanum’, and L.japonicum ‘Silver Star’ are some. All
can be easily pruned to control height and spread.
Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora). Evergreen Magnolia may grow to 80ft, but height can be controlled with
periodic pruning. There are several varieties, probably new ones that grow slower and/or shorter.
Pines: Our native Shore Pine (Pinus contorta) being a multi-stemmed tree can be pruned to control height and spread.
There are other species and varieties with similar habit that are hardy to our region and either grow very slowly, max out
at 20-30ft. or can be pruned to maintain size.
Yew Pine (Podocarpus macrophyllus) and Totara (Podocarpus totara). The foliage is similar to the Yew. Both are easy to
prune to desired height. May be hard to find?
Holly Oak (Quercus ilex). An oak tree that likes salt air and is tolerant of hard pruning.
California Laurel or Myrtle (Umbellularia californica). A slow grower to 25ft. and is native to coastal regions of Oregon
and California.
Portugal Laurel (Prunus lusitanica). Usually used as a hedge plant, it can be pruned to or purchased as a single-stemmed
tree. Hardy and can be easily pruned to desired shape.
There are many other evergreen trees like Arborvitae and Irish Yew that can be topped at a desired height without
harming the tree’s health. These usually are multi-stemmed with an extreme vertical growth habit. Most single-stemmed
conifers such as firs, hemlocks, cedars, etc. do not handle topping well, and either health is compromised or the reactive
growth is unattractive and potentially hazardous. This is far from a complete list of potential evergreens to choose from. I
suggest that all requests be researched before planting is allowed.
Most small deciduous trees are multi-stemmed (decurrant) and can be pruned to maintain size and height. Large growing
deciduous trees can be also, but it is labor intensive and must be started when the trees are young. Best to invest in
smaller, semi-dwarf or dwarf trees when potential views are involved.
John Hymas, Moonlight Tree Service 2010
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