Review/update responsibility

Revision

Reference

Florida Statute 720.3035

Introduction

 Note:  As part of the review process, the QH ARB reserves the right to consult with the third-party developer regarding new home plans and specifications to insure that the original architectural criteria established for Bella Riva is followed.

• Front: 20 feet*
• Rear: 20 feet* to house and lanai/gazebo. (Developer has the right to increase rear setback as per lot).
• Screen enclosure: 15 feet to back of screen enclosure non-screened pool: 3 feet of jurisdictional line.
• Side: 5/10 feet*

Note: The front set back line shall be no less than twenty (20) feet from the front Lot line, and the rear set back line shall be not less than twenty (20) feet from the rear Lot line; provided, however, a pool enclosure may be placed no less than fifteen (15) feet from the rear Lot line. The side setback lines shall be no less than five (5) feet from the side Lot lines; provided, however, there shall be a minimum of fifteen (15) feet between exterior finished walls of the Dwelling Units and the outdoor unit of the HVAC system and screening wall surrounding the same may be placed no less than four (4) feet from a side Lot line. Notwithstanding the foregoing front and rear set back lines, with respect to Lot 18, the front and rear set back lines shall be not less than fifteen (15) from those Lot lines.

• Construction of a dock must comply with applicable State of Florida and Federal requirements and regulations, e.g., Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FLDEP), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) and/or St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD). Proof of such review(s) by the appropriate agency or agencies and their approval must accompany the application to the ARB before such application will be considered.
• The total length of the dock shall not exceed 50-feet, or the length needed to reach navigable water from the properties rear shoreline which may require a variance. The maximum width of 4-feet with either a T or L platform requirement of varying widths based upon the homeowner’s request and the location of the dock.
• The dock shall be constructed using pressure treated wood or synthetic lumber and be no more that 2-feet above the water level at mean high tide (MHT).
• No railings or other structures shall be constructed above, below or on the sides of the dock structure, i.e., roofs, benches, boxes, etc., because a low-profile appearance is required to not either obstruct or disrupt the views of other homeowners located on the marsh or across the marsh.
• Electrical power may be authorized based upon its use, e.g., boat lift; however, as a rule, dock lighting is not authorized.
• One (1) small powered boat is authorized. Other types of watercrafts may also be permitted with approval.
• No vessels of any type shall be stored on the dock.
• Additional requirements may be necessary based upon the proposed location of the dock structure, etc.

The plans and specifications for a proposed reconfiguration of any existing dock must also be submitted to the ARB for review and approval along with the appropriate approval(s) from the required regulatory agency or agencies. Reconfiguration is defined as any change in a dock configuration designed to increase the capacity of the dock to accommodate a vessel longer than permitted to be moored at the dock in its current configuration including dock extension, widening or installation of dock piling, etc.

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