Architectural Review Committee (ARC)
What Is the ARC?
The Architectural Review Committee (ARC) helps maintain the appearance, property values, and overall character of The Communities of Highland Ridge.
The ARC reviews and approves proposed exterior changes to homes, lots, and structures within the community to ensure that improvements follow the community’s architectural guidelines and governing documents.
This process helps protect the consistency, design harmony, and long-term value of the neighborhood.
The Architectural Review Committee reviews requests for:
• Construction of new homes
• Exterior renovations or additions
• Structural changes
• Exterior paint color changes
• Landscaping changes that affect drainage or grading
• Fences, patios, decks, pergolas, and similar structures
• Retaining walls
• Exterior lighting additions
• Irrigation systems
• Other exterior improvements visible from neighboring properties or common areas
Why ARC Approval Is Required
The ARC review process ensures that improvements:
• Follow the community’s Restrictions and Reservations
• Maintain architectural consistency across the neighborhood
• Protect property values
• Ensure projects fit the surrounding homes and landscape
• Prevent drainage or grading issues between properties
Even if a similar project has been approved in the past, each request must be reviewed individually.
ARC Approval Process
Before Starting Any Exterior Project
Homeowners must receive written ARC approval before beginning work on any exterior project.
Starting construction before receiving approval may result in:
• The project being required to stop
• The homeowner being required to modify or remove the improvement
• Possible fines or enforcement action under the governing documents
Step 1 – Submit an ARC Request
Before beginning work, submit an ARC application that includes:
• Description of the proposed project
• Plans or drawings
• Dimensions and materials
• Color selections if applicable
• Location of the improvement on the lot
• Photos or sketches if helpful
Depending on the project, additional information may be required.
The form is located below under ARC Documents labeled:
ARC Application
Submit requests to:
HLC Property Management LLC
admin@hlcpropertymanagement.com
Step 2 – Begin Work After Approval
Once written approval is received, the homeowner may begin the approved project.
All construction must match the plans submitted and approved by the ARC.
If changes to the project become necessary, an updated request must be submitted for approval.