Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Architectural Review Process? How do I get approval for making improvements or changes in my property?
A: The Summit Ridge Homeowner's Association is governed
by the covenants of the association. These covenants do
not supersede any city, county or state ordinances. In
general they are guidelines for all homeowners in the
community, primarily governing appearance issues to
allow our community to present a more unified
appearance. For example, the split rail wooden fences
are allowed, but wooden privacy fences or metal chain
link fences are not allowed. For more complete
information please see your copy of the covenants, or
contact one of the directors.
The covenants require that certain improvements (sheds,
fences, decks, etc) be approved by the association prior
to the start of construction. This is in addition to any
permits required by state, county or local authorities.
Q: How do I submit an Architectural Review Request? Where do I get the required forms? What documentation is required?
A:
Prior to commencing the work, please obtain a copy of
the Architectural Request form, which has the full
instructions on how to submit a request:
Summit Ridge Architectural Request
A copy of the portions of the
covenants which apply to architectural items can be
obtained by clicking on the icon:
Covenants
Attach any necessary documentation, and mail to our
management agent at the following address:
% Community Associations Management
P.O. Box 579
Stevenson, MD 21153
Once the request is received, it is reviewed by the members of the Architectural Review Committee. This committee consists of the three directors and four other homeowners who have volunteered their time. Members review the requests to ensure that they are in accordance with the covenants, and that common sense is applied.
After all members of the committee review the request, the homeowner is notified by our management agent, Ms Christy Stevens, from Community Associations Management. According to our covenants, it can take up to 60 days to approve or disapprove a request. It has never taken 60 days to review a request, and usually takes only a few weeks. However, please submit your requests well in advance. We are all volunteers, and sometimes things are not done as quickly as we desire, despite our best intentions.
Q: How do I get copies of the covenants to provide to the buyer when I sell my home?
A: When you go to sell your house one of the things your are required by
law to provide is a copy of the applicable documents for the community.
These are available through our management agent at the following
address:
% Community Associations Management
P.O. Box 579
Stevenson, MD 21153
Q: Does Summit Ridge have a community blog?
A: Our website now includes a BLOG, which is located at
http://srblog.summitridge-mountairymd.com. Please
visit the site and participate! We hope that the
blog will become a useful part of this site.
Q: I understand that there is a hiking trail near here? Is there a guide available?
A: A guide to the hiking trail located at East West Park
(Near the American Legion Hall) can be downloaded:
Hiking Trail Guide