You must receive written approval from the Homeowners Association before proceeding with exterior home improvements.
NOTE> Residents and/or their contractors are not allowed on Southshore common areas including native grass areas. Any damage to Southshore common areas will be repaired by a Southshore approved vendors and the cost will be billed to the homeowner.
Design Guideline Manual
Review your Design Guideline Manual
Read the Design Guideline so you know what is and isn’t allowed. These guidelines are maintained by the Design Review Committee (DRC). This committee of resident volunteers review all DRC submissions for any exterior home change or modification.
Design Review Request Form
As a Southshore Resident you are required to complete and submit a Design Review Request Form for any proposed exterior changes. Submit completed forms to southshore@amihoa.com. If you have questions, contact AMI at 720.870.2221 or email southshore@amihoa.com.
Design Review Request Form Click Here.
If you prefer to print the Design Review Request Form, Click Here. You will need to email the completed form and support to southshore@amihoa.com.
NOTE> Residents and/or their contractors are not allowed on Southshore common areas including native grass areas. Any damage to Southshore common areas will be repaired by a Southshore approved vendor and the cost will be billed to the homeowner.
Permitting
Once you receive Design Review Committee (DRC) approval, it does not constitute approval of the local building department and/or any other governmental regulations and laws, and you may be required to obtain a building permit.
City of Aurora Permitting Click Here.
Plot Plans
The DRC request a copy of your homes plot plan to be include with your request form. You can obtain a copy of your homes plot plan, Click Here.
Directions
1) Click Link or go to https://www.auroragov.org/city_hall/maps/property_information
2) Type in Address top left corner of map (It will auto generate, HIT ENTER
3) Property will show satellite image, SCROLL DOWN TO “MY PROPERTY” IN PURPLE
4) Click on MY PROPERTY
5) Scroll down to Public Document Search at bottom
6) Click on Documents with this address
7)Scroll down until you find the most recent PLOT PLAN - Permit from Residential Master : Single-Family Detached Plot Plan Approved
8)Click on VIEW
9)Save to File
DRC Approval
DRC is a committee comprised of Southshore Residents. The DRC will complete their review within 30 days of submission.
Once you receive written approval, you must complete the project within 6 months. A Homeowner Association representative may enter your property for exterior inspection at a mutually agreed upon time.
Once you receive written approval, you must complete the project within 6 months. A Homeowner Association representative may enter your property for exterior inspection at a mutually agreed upon time.
Learn more about the Design Review Committee, Click Here.
House Paint
Please click HERE for example Sherwin-Williams paint colors.
Special Considerations: The intent is to provide the homeowner with the opportunity to have a combination of colors that appeal to their aesthetic desires and, at the same time, compliment adjacent homes.
As time passes, tastes change. Colors used during the original development may no longer be in style. It is the DRC’s intent to maintain a contemporary color selection that satisfies the majority of homeowners.
As time passes, tastes change. Colors used during the original development may no longer be in style. It is the DRC’s intent to maintain a contemporary color selection that satisfies the majority of homeowners.
Guidelines:
a) Adjacent house colors affect the field colors that may be approved. It is imperative that clusters of similar field colors are avoided. The DRC may be able to provide you with color chips and larger paint samples to help you in identifying your current and future color combinations.
b) Please provide one (1) set of all color chips of field, trim, garage door and front door colors with your request.
c) Homeowners may not select colors identical to, or substantially similar to colors on homes
adjacent to, or immediately across from their own home (front and rear). Please provide a picture of your neighbor’s house colors on both sides and across (if applicable) with your request.
d) Permanence: Generally, you may expect 3-5 years of wear between paintings. You will likely find the trim deteriorating more quickly than the field, especially for those areas that receive frequent exposure to direct sunlight.
Fences/Gates
All homes require to have a lot boundary fence to include wing fences. DRC approval is required.
Fence Guidelines:
Fence Colors:
Lake, Senac and Hill - WOOD STAIN: BEHR #DP-535 (TUGBOAT) SEMI-TRANSPARENT.
Mead and Ridge - WOOD STAIN: BEHR #760C-2 (COUNTRY BEIGE) SOLID STAIN
Do Not Attach Items or Modify a Southshore Maintained Fence
Residents and/or Homeowners are not allowed to modify or attached items to the Southshore maintained fence. The only exception is temporary holiday lighting, which must be attached using temporary means such as wreath hangers.
No nails, hooks, screws or other hardware may be attached to the Southshore maintained fence. If a resident and/or homeowners would like to install a gate, Design Review Committee (DRC) approval is required beforehand. For more information refer to the DRC page, Click Here.
Residents and/or Homeowners are not allowed to modify or attached items to the Southshore maintained fence. The only exception is temporary holiday lighting, which must be attached using temporary means such as wreath hangers.
No nails, hooks, screws or other hardware may be attached to the Southshore maintained fence. If a resident and/or homeowners would like to install a gate, Design Review Committee (DRC) approval is required beforehand. For more information refer to the DRC page, Click Here.
BUILDER OR DEVELOPER INSTALLED FENCES ONLY
Perimeter Fences Maintained by the Metro District:
Maintenance of these fences is the responsibility of the Metro District, unless otherwise noted. The fence stain shall be completed by the developer and maintained by the Homeowner. No fence provided by the developer may be removed and if replaced it shall only be replaced with the same fence type. Any additional fencing must be approved by DRC and installed by the homeowners.
Chase Drains
It is normal for water to periodically flow over sidewalks and driveways due rain, snow melt, and sump pump discharge. If water continues to flow over your sidewalk, it could become a nuisance, creating algae growth in the summer and ice in the winter. When water becomes a nuisance, it is the homeowner’s responsibility, by law, to eliminate hazards. Southshore frequently fields inquires on excess water over sidewalks. Unfortunately, the sidewalk and tree lawns (landscaping between street and sidewalk) is property of the City of Aurora.
Update September 1, 2023
The City of Aurora has decided it was time to help residents out. Starting on Wednesday September 6th, the City of Aurora will begin accepting applications for the Chase Drain Rebate Program. To apply for the rebate, go to auroragov.org
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Xeriscaping Policy
This policy required by law identifies some pre-approved design plans for your landscaping submissions to aid in ideas and compliance with the landscape standards. Please review the policy for complete details. (Please note the Board plans to incorporate the policy into the design guidelines once the proposed revisions are finalized and implemented).