Pools, Sheds and Playground Equipment

WE REMINDED HOMEOWNERS to submit Architectural Review Applications before making any exterior changes to their homes in the last edition of the Aerial. We suggested homeowners should review the Aliante Governing Documents when contemplating changes to save themselves time and disappointment. The Aliante Governing Documents, specifically the CC&R’s and Design Guidelines, require all homeowners living in Aliante to obtain approval from their sub-association, if applicable, and the Master before making any changes. When we purchased our homes we agreed to be legally bound by this rule.

Aboveground pools are not allowed.

Per Aliante Design Guideline, 5.25: All swimming pools and spas shall be of the in-ground type, although aboveground spas may be permitted if the spa is adequately screened from public view.

Prefabricated sheds are not allowed.

Per Aliante Design Guidelines, 5.3 Accessory Structures: Storage sheds may be allowed provided they have prior ARC approval and meet all of the following criteria:

1. The shed may not exceed six (6’) feet in height at the highest point of the roof.

2. The maximum allowable square footage is 80 square feet.

3. The walls must be stucco and painted to match the house, the roof must be tile that matches the existing roof tile and the base to be slab on grade concrete.

4. It must be placed only in the rear yard and no closer than five (5’) feet to any structure or block wall.

5. It must conform to all applicable government codes and ordinances.

Playground equipment (including trampolines and swing sets) are allowed, but are subject to location limitations.

Playground equipment must not exceed 8 feet in height and must be approved by the Aliante Master Association Architectural Review Committee and, if applicable, by your sub-association. Per Aliante Design Guidelines, 5.7 Freestanding Sports Equipment: Freestanding Sports Equipment, including but not limited to basketballs, backboards, and hoops, shall be set back a minimum of 10 feet from side and front property lines and 5 feet from rear property lines.

Note: Your sub-association may have stricter guidelines for sheds and playground equipment, but never guidelines that are more permissive than the Master Association. When in doubt, check with your community association manager.