[minhari19]

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We went through something similar last year. One tip is to do a full review of your CC&Rs and make sure any new guidelines are consistent with them. You’ll also want to check your governing documents for any supermajority voting requirements when amending architectural standards. Consulting a land-use attorney helped us ensure everything complied with city ordinances, especially for height and setback restrictions.

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Agreed, especially about getting legal advice. When we updated ours, we also made sure to get community input through a survey. This helped minimize pushback when we enforced the new standards. Make sure your design review board is well-versed in the new guidelines so there’s consistent interpretation when approving or rejecting applications.

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One more thing to consider—will you add any restrictions on solar panels, or exterior lighting? We got a lot of feedback on energy-efficient upgrades when we revised our guidelines. Depending on your state, there might be solar access laws to consider. Don’t forget about materials—modern designs often use non-traditional materials that may need specific provisions in your guidelines.

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