Sketch Review
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Sketch Plan Review addresses the conceptual design of the project and assures the BSAC that the project complies with applicable Covenants and the BSAC Design Guidelines. It is important for the BSAC to get an idea of the project before too much time and effort is spent on final construction details. The Sketch Plan submittal requirements are defined on the Project Application and Checklist Form and include such details as site location within the subdivision, existing site conditions and planned improvements, building floor plans and elevations, roof design, architectural character or expression, and intent for exterior materials.
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The Vicinity Map should illustrate the project location (Lot/Tract/Block) on a subdivision plat map or Certificate of Survey (COS), relative to neighboring lots, with at least the following elements noted: subdivision name, tract and block and lot number for proposed project, and all adjacent roads identified with road names labeled.
The Site Plan must show the proposed development area, footprint of proposed project, building envelope if applicable, easements, setbacks, existing tree masses, stream corridors, new and existing contours (2-foot intervals), site drainage, location of retaining walls, parking areas, winter snow storage areas, orientation of garage, guesthouse and caretaker units (if applicable), driveway materials and width, location of site section, and roof design indicating maximum lengths.
The Site Section must show the highest ridge-line, extent of cut and fill, and retaining walls.
The Exterior Elevations must show all sides of the proposed project. Indicate graphically and in writing all proposed exterior building materials. Show all roof slopes and identify each point used in height calculations.
The Building Height Calculations must show the highest ridge in relation to average grade, identify points and heights used in calculating average grade and provide clear calculation methodology.
The Floor Plans must illustrate rooms; fireplaces (note wood v gas); furnace (label location); and indicate square footage by level delineating habitable and inhabitable space.
The Written Statement is addressed to the BSAC and summarizes the project in letter form and is signed by the owner. The letter should include the following elements: total square footage by level; certification of compliance with setbacks, height restrictions, and applicable Covenants and BSAC Design Regulations. If an exception to the Design Regulations is requested, this information should be specified in the letter. Any deviation from these Design Regulations that would require specific approval from the BSAC, including but not limited to a retaining wall encroaching in the setbacks or use of non-native plants must be specifically addressed in the written statement. If the owner is designating a representative to write and sign the letter and/or represent the owner in the BSAC meeting when the project is being reviewed, then a Designated Project Representative Form must also be signed and submitted.