For homeowners:
All homeowners in Renaissance Ridge must, by law, abide by and follow the CC&Rs and Bylaws that were received upon purchase of the home.
Here are the links for the Renaissance Ridge:
- CC&Rs (PDF file - 5.41 MB)
- October 2005 amendment to Article IX of the CC&Rs
- Bylaws (PDF file - 1.74 MB)
To view and print the CC&Rs and Bylaws PDF
documents, your computer needs to have Adobe Acrobat or
the free
Adobe Reader program
installed. Click this link to download it:
If you have any comments, questions, or want to participate in the effort to update and change these documents, please contact the Bylaws Committee.
In addition, the Architecture Control Committee (ACC) has provided a set of guidelines for determining what architectural changes need to be approved and the procedure for approval.
What Needs to Be Approved by the ACC?
- Anything taller than the fence with the exception of plants. For example: sheds, pergolas, trellises, patio covers, hot tubs, etc.
- Landscaping "hardscapes" (ponds, water features, etc.)
- Any exterior changes to the house, including paint color (see list below), siding, doors, windows, framework, roofing
- Sport courts, permanent basketball hoops, permanent trampolines (there are not allowed in front yards)
- Air conditioning units
- Front yard "neighborhood tree" changes: these are the trees that appear in many of our front yards and are part of the "consistent look" of the neighborhood
What Does Not Need to be Approved by the ACC?
- Temporary playsets (the kind not "planted" into the ground)
- Landscaping "softscapes" (plants, landscaping, grass, concrete, etc.)
- Basketball hoops that can be wheeled into the garage or out of sight when not in use
How Do I Submit an Application to the ACC?
Please send applications (printed from here) to acc@rridge.org or to MacPherson's Property Management (address here). MacPherson's will then send the application to the committee. The committee meets monthly so please be sure to send application with enough time to get to the committee (we need at least 5 to 7 days to review application and add it to the agenda).
What to send with the application:
- Plot plan or site plan including drawings, pictures, maps, and/or dimensions
- Elevation plan (if necessary for project)
- General design description
- Brochures or pictures
- Material samples and/or color samples
- Any other pertinent details you would like to include
- Application form
Do I First Need Approval From the City of Sammamish?
The City of Sammamish has permitting rules and setback rules (the setback is five feet from your property line which means that you cannot build within five feet of your property line with the exception of your fence). Please, if you even think you might need city approval please talk to the city before submitting plans to the ACC. We will need to have information in writing from the city if your project is within the five foot setback or needs a permit.
The city planners (as of 2003) are Bradford Davis (425.836.7936), Mark Rodriguez (425.836.7911), Matt Mathes (Landscaping, 425.836.7910), and David Sawyer (425.836.7905). The Permit Coordinator is Cindy Reddekopp (425.836.7921). The ACC's experience with the city has been very helpful. It is probable that you will have to visit them to get any approvals or permits.
What Happens if I Build Without ACC Approval?
Fines, approved by the Board of Directors, for non-compliance with an ACC decision:
- First offense = $50.00 (after time frame in first letter)
- Second offense = $100.00 (after 30 days of first fine)
- Third offense = Additional fines and/or lien to be determined by the Board of Directors (after 30 days of second fine)
Can I Appeal an ACC Decision?
No, an ACC's decision is final and cannot be appealed (except through arbitration as described in the CC&Rs). Please contact us if you have suggestions, complaints, or comments. While you may not re-submit the same application, you can submit a new application with modifications to the original plans.
What Are the Approved Paint Colors for Home Exteriors?
The approved home and fence exterior paint colors are here. Please submit all home exterior paint requests to the ACC for approval. Remember that you must first receive ACC approval before painting.
Thank you for your help, consideration, and compliance
with the rules.
Questions? You can email questions to the ACC directly at:
acc@rridge.org