The main duty of an Architectural Control Committee (ACC) is to review and approve or deny homeowner requests for exterior modifications to maintain community aesthetics and property values. This includes ensuring proposals comply with the HOA's governing documents, such as the bylaws, covenants, and architectural guidelines, and providing clear, documented processes for homeowners. The committee's decisions must be made in good faith and cannot be arbitrary or capricious. 

The Board is currently working together to review and approve all ACC requests for WPV-HOA – Phase I to help ensure that projects align with our neighborhood’s standards and guidelines.

Key Duties of an ACC

Review and Approve Requests: The ACC evaluates plans for new construction or modifications like new paint colors, landscaping, or structural changes. 

Enforce Guidelines: The committee ensures that approved changes are carried out according to the community's established architectural standards. 

Maintain Property Values: By keeping the community's appearance consistent, the ACC helps protect and enhance the aesthetic appeal and value of all properties. 

Ensure Compliance: The ACC verifies that proposed changes not only meet HOA rules but also comply with local zoning laws and building codes. 

Manage the Process: The committee is responsible for creating and communicating a clear, step-by-step process for homeowners to submit requests and for the committee to respond. 

Communicate with Homeowners: The ACC must inform residents about the guidelines and the application process, and if a request is denied, it must provide a written reason and outline the next steps. 

Act in Good Faith: All decisions must be made fairly and without bias, adhering to the fiduciary duty the committee owes to the community.