CIMARRON MESA PUD

 

SUMMARY OF COVENANTS

and

INITIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

 

1. Introduction

 

Cimarron Mesa PUD was developed under Section 6 of the Ouray Land Use Code “Regular PUD,” and will be approved for final plat in late July, 2006. There are nine lots in the development ranging from 4.3 acres to 5.2 acres. In addition to the lots, there is 14+ acres of open space that will be common area. Ouray County regulations require that a homeowner’s association (HOA) be formed to administer maintenance of the internal roads and common areas. The covenants for Cimarron Mesa PUD “Declaration” will establish the homeowners association.

 

The developer is Cimarron Range Partners, LLC, which has extensive experience in real estate investment and development.

 

The Declaration was drafted by an experienced HOA law firm in Denver to provide a solid foundation and structure under which a successful HOA can operate beyond the involvement of the developer. It addresses and incorporates all the requirements of the Colorado Common Interest Community Act (CCIOA) which has established guidelines for communities who own common property and who administer it with a dues structure. Although it may seem lengthy on first reading, it contains all the protections a HOA and individual property owners need to protect their respective interests.

 

The intent of the document is to create a simple-to-administer HOA with minimum dues requirements and involvement by its members. The HOA will also administer a design review process to ensure that homes constructed in the PUD meet general requirements of size, quality and consistency in order to promote and protect the property values of all owners in the community. Use restrictions, particularly noted in Article 9 of the document establish some limitations to activities and uses on individual lots intended, again, to promote and protect property values, peaceful coexistence, and harmony.

 

2. Maintenance Requirements of HOA

 

ROADS – Snow removal, surface maintenance

OPEN SPACE – Liability Insurance for HOA; Noxious Weed Monitoring; Ditch Maintenance, La Tierra Ditch Co. (Spring Pond Water.)

 

A modest dues structure will be established to provide for current needs, plus establishment of a reserve fund for maintenance items (such as road surface) that may not be needed for 5-7 years. First year dues are projected at $25 per month per lot.

 

 

3. Design Guidelines

 

The initial guidelines for construction on the property are as follows:

 

  1. Stick Built or Systems Built Homes Allowed. No single, double, triple-wide modulars allowed (nothing with a VIN number)
  2. Minimum Square Footages:
    1. Single Story – 1,800 finished square feet, exclusive of basements, garages, covered porches, patios or outbuildings.
    2. Two or more stories – 2,300 finished square feet, exclusive of basements, garages, covered porches, patios or outbuildings.
    3. Maximum Square Footage – no maximum
    4. Accessory Dwellings – per Ouray County Specifications
  3. General Design Theme –
    1. Homes that incorporate design aspects of western farm/ranch architecture are welcomed. Other ideas should gain preliminary approval prior to lot closing. Contemporary or obtuse designs may not be approved.
    2. Features should include fenestration to break-up wall surfaces, gables, porches, dormers that create a broadening base and architectural interest. A wide variety of materials may be mixed to accomplish this by blending wood, stucco, stone, or brick.
    3. Roof materials should be non-reflective. Nominal Roof Pitch should be

 5 : 12 or greater with minimum 18 inch overhang.

    1. A landscape plan will be required. Some trees and shrubs may be required, including drip irrigation. Horse grazing areas will be required to be sprinkle irrigated to avoid overgrazing and introduction of noxious weed species.
    2. Solar panels may be allowed subject to review for placement and screening. Geothermal and/or passive solar applications encouraged.
    3. Perimeter fencing shall match the three-rail split rail fencing marking the property corners. Interior fencing is subject to approval by the Design Review Committee.
    4. Clustering of structures is preferred over spreading. All structures shall be constructed within the designated building area on each lot.

 

Conceptual or finished building plans, together with color board may be submitted to Cimarron Range Partners for review and comment. Please contact Brian Kolowich at (970) 209-6540  or email:     bkolo@montrose.net