a) Accessory buildings including, but not limited to, detached garages, sheds, storage buildings, greenhouses, private studios, pool houses, or cabanas are not permitted

b) Gazebos which are constructed as standalone structures, rather than sunshades, will be considered accessory buildings and are not permitted

c) Playhouses are not considered accessory buildings and do require DRC approval

a) Must be located on the ground in the rear or side yard

b) To minimize noise, it is encouraged to screen all equipment (i.e., fence or landscaping)

a) Exterior antennae are not allowed except as permitted by the FCC Telecommunications Act of 1996

b) Satellite Dish receiver and antennae installation is not permitted on the front plane of the home. Where possible, placement is to be in the rear yard and below the first floor eaves of your home

c) If the Satellite Dish receiver and antennae cannot be mounted on the house, it must be in the rear yard below the fence line and, to the maximum extent possible, shall be screened from view of neighbors

d) Satellite Dishes and wireless antennae greater than 1 meter (39.37 inches) in size are not permitted

e) For additional standards, refer to Section 3.18 of the Declaration and the Heritage Hills HOA Community Standards

Arbors are typically freestanding structures that act as an entryway or are constructed over a path. They will be evaluated as part of the review of an overall landscape plan.

a) Must have, and provide for, growth of vine-type plantings (plants to be used should be noted as part of the landscape plan)

b) May be made of wood, iron, copper, or other acceptable products (i.e., composite material). Plastic and lattice arbors are not permitted

c) Must not exceed eight feet (8’) in height and five feet (5’) in width

d) May not be placed in setbacks or utility easements

e) May not be used as screening

a) Awnings may only be installed on the rear of homes

b) Colors, materials, mountings, and supports must be consistent with the material, style, and scale of the home

c) Metal or fiberglass awnings are not permitted

d) Height of awnings over patio and decks shall not exceed ten feet (10’)

e) Cannot unreasonably obstruct or diminish the view of adjacent homeowners

f) Rear-illuminated awnings or awnings illuminated from a lighting source mounted behind the awning are not permitted

g) Retractable awnings must be closed when not in use

a) Fixed/freestanding backboards, embedded in concrete near the driveway, are permitted. These units:

i. Must be installed on your property (i.e., not the property line)

ii. Be located within two feet (2’) of the side edge of your driveway

iii. Be located at least half (1/2) of the length of the driveway from the inside edge of the sidewalk

iv. Have a backboard and pole which is gray, black, white, or clear

v. Not impede or obstruct the use of your neighbor’s property

vi. Any logos on the backboard may not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the total backboard area

b) Portable basketball systems are allowed provided they are kept and stored in an upright position in the driveway at least ten feet (10’) from the street

c) Basketball systems are not allowed to be on the streets or areas adjacent to easements

d) Backboards may not be mounted to the house

e) No lighting systems may be installed on, or support the use of, the basketball system

f) The DRC may require installation of additional landscaping to screen basketball systems

a) Birdbaths, birdfeeders, and birdhouses must be in your side or rear yard

b) Only two (2) birdbaths, birdfeeders, and birdhouses, in any combination, shall be permitted on a property (also reference Statues, Art, and Ornaments for total count of these items permissible)

c) Birdbaths may not exceed two feet (2’) wide by two feet (2’) long by three feet (3’) high in size

d) Birdhouse and/or birdfeeders may not exceed one foot (1’) wide by one foot (1’) long by two feet (2’) high in size

e) If mounted to the house, deck or pole, a birdhouse and/or birdfeeder is to be placed no higher than six feet (6’)

a) Permanent clotheslines are not permitted

b) Retractable clotheslines are permitted but must be retracted when not in use

a) Tapered columns should have a minimum base diameter of twelve inches (12”) and boxed-out columns should also minimally be twelve inches (12”) by twelve inches (12”)

b) Deck columns and support posts must have substantial mass, width, and visual substance. In general, a minimum six-inch (6”) by six-inch (6”) column must be used and built up with detailing to a minimum of ten inches (10”) by ten inches (10”), unless otherwise approved

c) Column proportions should be consistent with any involved entryways, porches, and roof areas

d) Column character and detailing should be consistent with the proposed architectural style

a) Composting container shall not be visible from the streets and must be screened (i.e., fence or landscaping)

b) Odor must be controlled

c) Underground composting is not permitted

a) Construction dumpsters must be located on driveways during the construction project and be removed within two (2) months of their placement unless approved by the DRC for a longer period

b) Homeowner is responsible to secure/cover dumpster whenever not in use to prevent flying debris

c) Port-a-potties must be located on the owner’s property next to the front or rear of the house (i.e., not located in side yards) and, if visible from the street, have the same time restrictions as dumpsters

d) A daily cleanup of construction materials is required. Debris must be secured in a container and materials neatly and securely stored

e) Reference the Heritage Hills HOA Community Standards for days/times exterior construction is permitted

A Deck is an above-grade, flat-floored platform (“walking surface”) extending horizontally adjacent or attached to a home and, generally, supported on posts or footers. Standards to be followed include:

a) Installed as an integrated part of the home, landscape design, or patio area. Should not look as if it is “tacked on”

b) Acceptable materials for walkable surfaces are wood and composite decking (e.g., Trex)

c) Complimentary in materials and color to the home

d) Integrate into other components of the home and compatible with architectural character

e) All visible wood decking must be painted or stained

f) Stairways providing access to/from lower yards in excess of ten (10) risers must be offset or interrupted with a landing

g) May incorporate features such as benches, railings, stairs, and planters. These should be identified on the Plot, Elevation, and Landscape Plans as appropriate

h) Deck skirting is not permitted

i) Does not unreasonably obstruct or diminish the view of adjacent property owners

j) Must not be installed within a setback or utility easement

Heritage Hills is home to various wildlife. To avoid creating sanctuaries or areas of interest for this wildlife, dog houses are discouraged. The DRC will review specific requests

a) Installation of dog runs is discouraged. However, proposals for a single (1) dog run per property can be submitted for review

b) Must be constructed using: 1) an approved fence design for your property, where the existing fence is wrought iron, or 2) a 2- or 3-rail open-rail fence

c) Chain link fences may not be used

d) Wire mesh up to two inches (2”) by four inches (4”) is allowed on the interior fence portions only

e) Limited in size to 500 square feet

f) At least fifty percent (50%) of the dog run must be attached to the house

g) Cannot be higher/taller than the fence on the property

h) Dog runs must be located in the rear yard and abut to the rear of your home. Dog runs are not permitted in the side or front yard

i) Landscaping must be used to adequately screen the dog run from side/rear neighbors

j) Must not encroach on setbacks or utility easements

k) Covers over the dog runs are not permitted

a) Must be compatible with the style and color of your home

b) Security screen doors at the main entry shall be of minimal ornamentation and shall complement the color, style, and architectural character of the home, and be consistent with other, similar doors installed in the neighborhood

a) Homeowners must not interfere with or modify established drainage patterns. Homeowners are solely responsible for proper drainage and erosion control

b) Homeowners shall consider retaining wall drainage so that the installation does not impact the existing drainage pattern

c) Landscape design plans that include retaining walls or changes in grading must show current drainage patterns and any changes

d) Landscape designs which include retaining walls over forty-two inches (42”) require an engineering certificate certifying walls will not change the current drainage pattern or, if the drainage pattern is changed, certification that the new drainage pattern will not adversely affect the drainage on adjacent or nearby properties or open spaces

a) Driveways may not be extended beyond the width of the garage/outside edge of the home

b) Extensions or expansions greater than three feet (3’) of driveways are not permitted. Only one (1) driveway extension will be permitted for a home (i.e., for the home’s lifetime)

c) All extensions shall use the same materials as the existing driveway d) Replacements shall be of concrete, brick, or stone pavers and be consistent with the color, style, and architecture of the home

e) Extensions which could be construed as parking pads are not permitted (i.e., if pavers are used to extend the driveway)

a) Acceptable exterior wall materials include natural wood, stucco, brick, stone, hardboard, and other types of wood siding

b) Masonry materials (e.g., brick, stone, stucco) shall be incorporated into the design of all front elevations

c) Side and/or rear elevations shall incorporate masonry materials, especially where the exposed elevation will be visible from public areas including corner lots, houses backing up into common areas or open space

d) Sufficient, logical, and proper trim details should accompany any change of materials

e) Siding widths should be proportionate to structure size and should not exceed a six-inch (6”) width

f) When replacing or repairing any exterior finish, the finishes must integrate with the style and colors of your home

All exterior painting/staining projects require a Design Review Request (DRR).

a) Review of DRRs for painting/staining home will be expedited as long as the DRR is complete and specifies that the paint/stain is the same color as currently used, and which was previously approved by the DRC

b) When you select exterior colors, strongly consider the color and style of your roof tile and the architectural style of your home

c) Exterior wall colors should coordinate with other exterior finishes, as well as with adjacent homes

d) Exterior colors should not match, or be essentially the same as, any immediate neighbor or homes directly across the street (i.e., any home with a portion of its front property line across the street from a portion of your front property line)

e) Natural, earth-toned colors should be used

f) Accent colors should be used logically and are encouraged. Using the same color for the main body of the home and trim is discouraged

g) In a design that incorporates an all-stucco exterior, substantial “banding”, color changes, and detailing should be used so as to give the appearance that the building is resting on a base and generated from the ground plane up

h) If color stucco repair is done, it must be completed so the entire home is one consistent color

i) Repainting of a black wrought iron perimeter fence and repainting/re-staining a wood privacy fence does not require a DRR if the fence color and paint/stain are the same color as currently used, and which was previously approved by the DRC

j) No stone, stone caps, or brick may be painted. Stone caps are stone or concrete typically found atop stone/brick pillars or along the top of stone/brick on a home. In lieu of paint, stain for use on stone, stone caps, and brick may be considered but is discouraged.

a) Exterior speakers and outdoor televisions should be defined within an outdoor living design so as not to cause nuisance to neighbors when in use

b) Exterior speakers and outdoor televisions are not permitted at the front of the property

Fencing standards within Heritage Hills differ between neighborhoods and within neighborhoods (e.g., The Overlook; The Summit; corner lots). For more details also look at specific Fence Standards - Side Fencing, The Overlook, Properties bordering community facilities or detention lots, Properties bordering brick walls, and Corner sites.

Note as well that the District is responsible for some of the split rail fencing between Heritage Hills and the South Suburban path. If the District discloses to the homeowner that the District is not responsible for the fence, then an appropriate DRR should be submitted to the DRC by the homeowner for any improvements.

a) Fencing materials must adhere to the following:

i) Fences may be constructed of cedar, black wrought iron, or composite materials (i.e., Trex). See below for special circumstances

ii) The use of barbed wire is prohibited everywhere within Heritage Hills

iii) Chain link, woven wire, and vinyl fencing is not permitted

b) Fencing returning to the house (i.e., side fencing) must have a minimum setback of one-third (1/3) the depth of the house as measured from the front of the house/garage

c) Fence/posts must be installed on your property, not the property line

d) Privacy fences should be in a vertical orientation (i.e., panels run up/down) and with a flat top (i.e., dog ear, shadow box fencing not permitted)

e) The “good side” (i.e., smooth side) of fencing should face the street or open space if there is no residential neighbor. If there is a residential neighbor, the “good side” may face the owner’s home

f) Fencing in front yards is not permitted

g) No fences over six feet (6’) above grade level are permitted

h) Non-reflective two-inch (2”) inch by four-inch (4”) wire mesh is permitted in dimensional and split rail fencing to keep pets in homeowner’s yard

i) Landscaping shall be used to soften the visual impact of fences

j) Fence stain color must be approved by the DRC. Stain colors which differ significantly from a cedar/wood color are not permitted (e.g., white, blue, yellow)

k) Painted wood fences are not permitted

a) Fencing 42 inches and under

i. Fencing may be installed to within nine feet (9’) of the back of curb or sidewalk and may be parallel with the back of curb or sidewalk

ii. Fencing returning to the house must have a minimum setback of one-third (1/3) the depth of the house as measured from the front of the house/garage

b) Fencing over 42 inches

i. Privacy fencing over 42 inches in height must be held back at least sixteen feet (16’) from the back of curb or sidewalk

ii. Fencing must have a minimum setback of one-third (1/3) the depth of the house as measured from the front of the house/garage

iii. Black wrought iron fencing over 42 inches in height must be held back at least nine feet (9’) from the back of the curb or sidewalk

When an invisible fence is installed in the front yard, one (1) sign advising that the fence is there and active must be displayed. The sign may be no larger than twelve inches (12”) by twelve inches (12”) and should be located within two feet (2’) of the curb or sidewalk

a) Privacy fences are permitted along the side property lines provided they meet the standards noted in
(i.e., Fence – General; Fence – Side Fencing, etc…)

b) Fences adjoining the perimeter brick walls may not exceed the height of the brick wall

c) Privacy fences are not permitted in The Overlook

Properties bordering the community facilities and detention lot have a two-rail fence in place along the rear property line. Any side fences must utilize the same fence in design, height, and materials

a) Screen fencing is predominantly temporary, and is not permitted

b) Screening for outdoor living spaces should be accomplished with landscape, privacy fence, or outdoor privacy walls

c) See also Outdoor Privacy Wall

a) Side fencing refers to where fencing returns the house (e.g., backyard fence comes towards the house at a certain point along the house)

b) Side fencing must have a minimum setback of one-third (1/3) the depth of the house as measured from the front of house/garage

a) Six foot (6’) black wrought iron fencing or dimensional two inch (2”) inch by eight inch (8”) rough cedar fencing

b) Privacy fences are not permitted

c) Split rail fences are not permitted

d) Brick or stone pillars interspersed with fencing are/not permitted

a) Must be integrated into the outdoor living design and landscape plan

b) Materials must coordinate with the color scheme and materials used on the home

c) Must not be located within setbacks or utility easements

d) Site chimney elements may not exceed a height of eight feet (8’). To achieve this, the chimney element on fireplaces must be set back a minimum of five feet (5’) from any fence and five feet (5’) from any other wall

e) For portable fire pits, reference Chapter 7, Article V – Open Fire and Burning Restrictions of the Lone Tree Municipal Code.

a) A maximum of one (1) freestanding flagpole (i.e., embedded in concrete) and two (2) removable poles held in brackets mounted on the front of the home, are permitted

b) Freestanding flag poles are permitted in the front yard only and must not be installed within the setback area

c) Freestanding poles may not exceed twenty feet (20’)

d) Removable flagpoles may not exceed eight feet (8’) in length

e) Any lighting associated with flag display must adhere to these Design Standards and Declaration restrictions

f) Refer to Community Standards for information on flags and the display of flags

a) Accent colors and simple door patterns complimentary to the architectural character of the home are encouraged. Considerations include, but are not limited to, neighborhood consistency, material, and window design

b) All windows must match on each garage door

c) Outlining door panels in a contrasting color or in a checkerboard design is not permitted

d) Architectural forms and materials similar to those used in the main entry of the home should be incorporated into the garage elevation

e) Garage conversions for residential or commercial use are not permitted

“Vegetable Garden” means a plot of ground or an elevated soil bed in which pollinator plants, flowers, or vegetables or herbs, fruits, leafy greens, or other edible plants are cultivated.

a) Non-permanent fencing up to two feet (2’) in height is permitted

b) Should be substantially screened from view of adjacent neighbors and streets

a) A Gazebo is a freestanding, unattached structure with open view sides and a solid roof

b) Must be installed as an integrated part of the home and landscape design

c) Gazebo cannot exceed twelve feet (12’) in height above ground level, or be larger than twelve feet (12’) by twelve feet (12’) roofline to roofline

d) Must be compatible with the color of your home and landscaping

e) Gazebos in the front and side yards are not permitted

f) Gazebos may not be built or placed within setbacks or utility easements

g) To ensure an open, airy appearance at least seventy-five percent (75%) of each side must be open

h) Any lighting features must be designed to harmonize with the home (see Lighting)

i) Does not unreasonably obstruct or diminish the view of adjacent property owners

a) Must be an integral part of your deck, patio, or landscape plan

b) Every effort must be made to locate the hot tub in a way to minimize view and noise to your neighbors. The hot tub should be screened (i.e., privacy fence or landscaping)

c) Must be in the rear yard and not encroach on property setbacks or easements

d) Any utilities servicing hot tubs must be installed underground

Landscaping is an integral part of the overall appearance and character of Heritage Hills. A home’s landscape should enhance the architecture of the house, the natural beauty of the environment, and the overall quality of the neighborhood.

The DRC may require the installation of landscaping for screening (e.g., hot tubs, basketball systems, exposed decks/patios/outdoor kitchens/televisions) to maintain privacy between neighbors and the community. For this reason, it is encouraged that all DRRs consider the use of landscaping to maintain the beauty, quality, and character of the neighborhood.

a) Trees should be integrated into planting beds whenever possible

b) There shall be no large or continuous area of bare soil (after the landscape is established)

c) Stumps from cut trees must be removed (ground to below sod level)

d) Artificial plants/flowers are not permitted in front yards

e) Mulch, bark, rock, and related landscape materials must adhere to the same requirements as specified for drought-tolerant landscapes (see below)

f) Use of hardscape (e.g., concrete, tile, stone, sport courts) is limited to twenty percent (20%) of the area of the front/back yard (depending on which yard is being landscaped). Pool decking is not included in this limitation. Consideration will be given to expanding this area to a maximum of 33% if landscape screening has been employed in the landscape plan, or if the property is screened with a privacy fence

g) Landscaping must adhere to setback requirements

h) If property is adjacent to a brick wall, the following standards apply:

i. A forty-eight inch (48”) buffer zone adjacent to the brick wall must be established.

Regarding the buffer:

a. Only sod and sprinkler permitted within the buffer

b. The grade of the dirt for the sod must match the bottom edge of the brick wall

c. Mulch, dirt, and other landscape materials cannot be built up against the brick wall

ii. The property must have/retain:

a. One (1) pine tree with a minimum eight foot (8’) height, or

b. Two (2) three-and-a-half inch (3.5”) caliper deciduous trees planted within a twenty foot (20’) wide area along the rear property line

i) Drought-tolerant landscapes are permitted and must adhere to the following standards. For the purposes of this section, “Xeriscape” means the application of principles of landscape planning and design, soil analysis and improvement, appropriate plant selection, limitation of turf area, use of mulches, irrigation efficiency, and appropriate maintenance that results in water use efficiency and water-saving practices

i. Grasses, ground cover plants, trees, and shrubs set forth on the following Fact Sheets provided by the Colorado State University should be considered:

a. Ornamental Grasses

b. Xeriscaping: Ground Cover Plants

c. Xeriscaping: Trees and Shrubs

ii. All xeriscape areas shall be a minimum of eighty-five percent (85%) plant material at maturity

iii. Lightweight materials, such as, but not limited to, bark or mulch, shall not be used in areas unshielded from high winds. Loose gravel shall not be used in areas abutting streets or sidewalks, unless the gravel is larger than two inches (2”) in diameter

iv. All planter beds shall be covered with a minimum depth of three inches (3”) of rock or wood mulch

v. Marble chips, volcanic rock, or high contrast mulch or stone materials, including but not limited to red, green, white, and black, are not permitted. Natural earth tone mulch and stone material, such as but not limited to, washed river rock, may be used. Chipped concrete, pea gravel, and rock under three-quarters of an inch (3/4”) is not permitted

vi. Artificial turf is not permitted on front yards or side yards where visible from the street

vii. Three pre-approved water-wise garden designs can be found in the links below:

a. Basic

b. Intermediate

c. Advanced

j) Other references to consider when designing landscape:

i. Deck / Patio

ii. Drainage

iii. Lighting

iv. Retaining Walls

Heritage Hills residents value and appreciate the ability to enjoy views of dark night skies. Lighting within the neighborhood was originally designed to this end and continues to be supported within the Design Standards.

Exterior and Landscape Lighting

a) Each home must have at least one dusk-to-dawn light in the front of the house. Post/pillar lights may be repaired and replaced, but may not be removed

b) Must be conservative in design and compatible with the style of your home

c) Must be hooded/recessed and use “cut-off” fixtures directed to eliminate glare to neighbors; lighting shall not illuminate beyond the property line as to light any neighboring property and/or common area

d) Lighting must be directed to illuminate only walks, deck surfaces, and landscaping. Architectural lighting may be used to highlight a home’s architectural features (e.g., gables, arches, columns)

e) All exterior lighting must not exceed the light intensity equivalent in a fifty (50) watt incandescent bulb

f) Use of warm tone lighting is preferred over bright cool tones

g) No fixture may be placed more than a maximum of eight feet (8’) above the adjacent surface, except for architectural lighting (within soffits) and security lighting (see below)

h) Landscape lighting shall be automated and controlled by a timer or photoelectric system. Lighting controls shall not be mounted on perimeter walls and cannot be visible from street view or view of neighboring property

i) Lighting that will cause glare or discomfort, or disrupts the visual environment of neighboring homes is not permitted

j) The following are not permitted:

i. Colored lenses or bulbs (except for temporary holiday displays; reference the Heritage Hills HOA Community Standards)

ii. Blinking, flashing, or changing intensity lights (except for temporary holiday displays; reference the Heritage Hills HOA Community Standards)

iii. Above-ground plastic housings and connections

iv. Post lights in rear yards

v. Searchlights and floodlights

vi. Lighting systems for basketball systems and tennis/sport courts

Permanent Holiday Lighting (often advertised as “Architectural Lighting”)

Permanent holiday lighting, often advertised as “architectural lighting”, is permitted as long as the following is met:

a) Housing for lights must match house paint color

b) Housing for lights must be affixed in a manner such that the housing for the lights does not fall below the fascia

c) Lights may be used to highlight architectural features of the home (e.g., gables, arches, columns) as the homeowner sees fit. At no time must lights be configured in a manner that could be construed to be holiday lighting

d) Lights must meet the standards for Exterior and Landscape Lighting

e) Use of lights for holiday lighting must follow the Heritage Hills HOA Community Standards for “Holiday Decorations / Lighting”

f) Note that if a homeowner wishes to paint their home a new color, the holiday lighting will need to be removed (housing for holiday lighting cannot be painted). A new DRR would be required if holiday lighting is to be reinstalled

Security Lighting

a) Security lighting must be affixed to the house, be triggered by motion sensor and, when activated, on no longer than five (5) minutes. Sensitivity to movement must be properly adjusted so as not to create an annoyance

b) Security lights should be placed no higher than the ground floor eaves

c) Light from a security light should not project on neighboring houses/property

a) Outdoor privacy walls should be integrated into the outdoor living design and landscape plan

b) Must be a size and height consistent with the other elements of the outdoor living design and the scale of the yard and home

c) Materials and color should be consistent with those of the home

A Patio is an exterior, at-grade surface.

a) Patio surfaces may be constructed of stamped/concrete, paving stones, brick, flagstone, tile, or other like material

b) Harmonizes with the architectural style and other elements of the home

c) Installed as an integrated part of the home and landscape design

d) Complimentary in materials and color to the home

e) May not exceed twelve inches (12”) in height at the highest point as measured from existing grade

f) Must not be installed within a setback or utility easement

g) Should not be used for storage

a) Colors, materials, mountings, and supports must be compatible with the color, materials, style, and scale of homes in the neighborhood

b) For a solid roof, roof materials must match that of the home (i.e., same roof tile)

c) May not extend beyond the side of the house

d) Must not be installed within setbacks or utility easement

a) Colors, materials, mountings, and supports must be compatible with the color, materials, style, and scale of your home

b) Installed as an integrated part of the home and landscape design

c) Must be located in the rear yard and may not extend beyond the side of the house

d) Are not permitted at the front of the home

e) May not exceed ten feet (10’) in height

f) May not be covered (e.g., with canvas or plastic)

g) Must not be installed within setbacks or utility easements

h) The cumulative size of all structures (including patio covers, gazebos, pergolas, awning, and other shade devices) shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of the total back yard

a) Exterior pipes, conduits, and equipment (e.g., radon pipes), must match, or be painted to match, the color of the home

b) Gutters and downspout finishes, and color must match, or be consistent with, the color of the adjacent surfaces of the home

c) Additional screening may be required

a) Equipment shall be located in the side or rear yard

b) No portion of any play structure should be greater than twelve feet (12’) in total overall height

c) The structural elements (e.g., frame) and canopy tops on play structures must be muted, earth toned colors

d) All sports/play equipment shall be installed at least nine feet (9’) from side and rear property lines; however, manufacturer safety clearances should be minded by the installing owner

e) Does not unreasonably obstruct or diminish the view of adjacent property owners

f) For trampolines, if netting is used, all parts of the netting must be black or muted earth tone in color

g) Treehouses are not permitted

a) Structure must be less than five feet (5’) in height and six feet (6’) in width and length

b) Structure must be located at least nine feet (9’) from rear and side property lines

c) Color of walls, trim, and roof must match the color scheme of your home

d) Any utilities must be located underground

e) Structure should be screened (i.e., fence or landscape) from side and rear neighbors

f) Structures must be painted or stained and maintained in good condition

a) A maximum of two (2) rain barrels with a combined storage of 110 gallons or less are allowed at each home

b) Barrels should be placed against the side or rear of the home and must not be visible from the street

c) Barrels should be elevated no more than three inches (3”) from ground level

d) Barrels should be of a color and style that is consistent with the home and downspout

e) Collected rainwater may be used to irrigate outdoor lawns, plants, or gardens of the homeowner only. Untreated water collected from roofs is not safe to drink

f) Rain barrels must be equipped with a sealable lid (by law) and be mosquito resistant

a) Installed as an integrated part of the landscape plan

b) Retaining walls cannot be constructed from cinder blocks

c) Homeowners shall consider retaining wall drainage so that the installation does not impact the existing drainage pattern

d) Landscape design plans that include retaining walls must show current drainage patterns and any changes

e) Retaining walls which are partially below the finished grade, or walls used as planters, shall be properly moisture-proofed to avoid unsightly water staining

f) Retaining walls over forty-two inches (42”) in height require an engineering certificate certifying walls will not change the current drainage pattern or, if the drainage pattern is changed, certification that the new drainage pattern will not adversely affect the drainage on adjacent or nearby properties or open spaces

a) Retracting screens may be installed on homes with enclosed decks (i.e., decks which are attached to the home and whose ceiling is part of the existing roof line)

b) Sunshades / sunscreens that are installed onto a deck or patio and affixed using a post require a DRR

c) Sunshades / sunscreens must be retracted when not in use / after dusk

d) Retracting screens, sunshades, and sunscreens may be tan, sand, beige, charcoal grey, or black

a) Materials must be Class “A” rating

b) Must be harmonious and complementary with the proposed materials, color, style, and architecture of the home and neighborhood

c) Clay, slate, or concrete tiles are required

Setbacks are designed to protect and preserve the landscape features and privacy of homeowners.

Setbacks are measured from the property line to the face of the foundation (patio / structure; excludes chimneys) A structure is defined as anything constructed or erected in, under, over or upon the land, or attached to something in, under, over or upon the land, but excluding fences and brick walls which line property (e.g., seating walls are a structure). (Definition added 9/15/22)

a) No structures are permitted within a setback including, but not limited to, sidewalks, patios, supporting posts for a deck cover, retaining wall, seating wall, or fireplace/pit

b) Setbacks:

i) Side (interior lot): Five feet (5’), or width of the utility easement, whichever is greater; ten feet (10’) minimum between roof structures

ii) Side (corner lot): Eighteen feet (18’) or twenty feet (20’) for garage drive (i.e., side where the garage door directly faces and is accessed by a public street)

iii) Rear: Twenty feet (20’) effective 9/15/22

iv) Rear (to perimeter or collector streets): Thirty feet (30’)

v) Front: Eighteen feet (18’)

c) Encroachments for setbacks may be considered only for open, unenclosed, uncovered patios at ground level and will only be granted as a variance. The maximum allowable encroachment is six feet (6’) into a rear setback only (i.e., no encroachment on side or front setbacks)

Refer the Heritage Hills HOA Community Standards for standards and restrictions

While the use of energy devices based on renewable resources is encouraged, the Heritage Hills HOA must balance that use with its responsibility to improve and enhance the attractiveness, desirability, and safety of the community. The following standards apply to solar devices.

a) Meet all governmental guidelines for residential use

b) If roof-mounted

i. Installed so as to minimize its exposure when viewed from other properties, open spaces, and the street

ii. Must be built into and made an integral part of the roof flashing or the structure of the home

iii. Installed flush with the roof

iv. Equipment connections attached to the home must be painted to match the surface which they overlay

v. The total number of solar panels, and any other apparatus, installed shall not cover more than 75% of any given roof section

c) If pole-mounted

i. Must be in the rear-yard below the fence line and, to the maximum extent possible, shall be screened from view of neighbors

d) A written statement by a solar energy expert regarding the required placement of solar panels may be required

e) All installations must comply with all applicable building codes and other governmental regulations, and must be secured so that they do not jeopardize the safety of residents or cause damage to adjacent properties

f) All systems must be operable. If the solar system is ever inoperable for more than 120 consecutive days, the HOA may require the homeowner to remove the solar system and return all affected areas to their original condition within sixty (60) days of the homeowner’s receipt of a written demand for such action from the HOA

g) Equipment removal requires restoration of the installation location to its original condition

h) DRC approval in no way should be construed as a representation, guarantee, or warranty that the collection of solar energy will remain undisturbed by vegetation or improvements located on surrounding properties

i) The homeowner and installers must indemnify or reimburse the Heritage Hills HOA and/or its members for loss or damage caused by the installation, maintenance, or use of said systems. See Appendix 3 – Heritage Hills HOA Solar System Agreement

j) Note that the Solar System Agreement is binding on the current and all subsequent owners of the home

Statues, outdoor art, and decorative water features are a very personal preference. The following standards apply.

a) Up to two (2) items may be permitted per home (e.g., statues, outdoor art, fountain, birdbath)

b) Must be part of an integrated landscape plan

c) Items such as animal skulls, flamingos, or trolls/gnomes are not permitted in front or side yards, and shall not be visible from the street

d) Must not exceed thirty-six (36”) in height

e) See also Water Features

a) Temporary moving containers and portable storage “PODS” are permitted on driveways for no more than fourteen (14) days

b) No other temporary storage is permitted on the property

a) All swimming pools shall be of the in-ground type; spas and water features may be in-ground, partially in-ground or above ground. All must be part of an integrated landscape plan

b) If spas/water features are above ground, they must include color and materials consistent with the home

c) Pools must be located within the rear yard only

d) Swimming pools must be set back from any property line by eight feet (8’) on the sides and nine feet (9’) at the rear and not obstruct easements (a variance is required from the City of Lone Tree). This measurement is from the edge of the pool deck, not the water’s edge

e) Every effort must be made to screen the swimming pool/spa in a way to minimize views and noise to your neighbors using design, landscaping, or privacy fencing

f) Pool equipment must be screened from street and neighboring views; sound dampening enclosures are required for all pool equipment

g) Incorporates appropriate safety features (e.g., locks, covers)

h) Any water features incorporated into the pool area shall:

i. Not exceed the height of the property wall

ii. Have all sides of the water feature finished (i.e., no exposed pipes or motors)

iii. Fit within the swimming pool setbacks noted above

a) Sport court surface must be black or a muted tone in color

b) Must be located in rear yards at least fifteen feet (15’) from rear and eight feet (8’) from side property lines (i.e., must adhere to setbacks; reference Setbacks above)

c) No lighting systems are permitted on tennis/sport courts

d) Reference Basketball System above for acceptable basketball pole and backboard

a) Installed as an integrated part of the landscape design and consistent in scale with your yard and home

b) Fountains must be thirty-six inches (36”) or smaller in height and/or width. Only one (1) fountain is permitted per home

c) Standing ponds are not permitted (i.e., ponds with resting water; not pumped as part of a water feature)

d) If the feature includes a pump, proximity to neighbors is considered when reviewing the submission

e) See also Swimming Pools / Spas above

a) Windows may be replaced or added, but must be uniform and match those existing in the home (e.g., if a homeowner wishes to replace windows/patio doors with grids with windows/patio doors with no grids, all windows/patio doors with grids must be replaced with windows/patio doors with no grids; replacement windows should match size, color, window style, and grid pattern of existing windows)

b) Mirrored or reflective surfaces and all treatments which change ordinary glass into a mirrored or reflective surface are prohibited

c) New windows should be placed (location, height, orientation) to respect the privacy of adjacent residences

d) Trim treatments for specialty windows should be consistent with and/or complimentary with trims on standard windows

e) Window types of the same manufacturer and series should be used whenever possible

f) Excessive façade trims on windows and doors should be avoided

Refer to Landscaping above for Xeriscape and approved designs.