Architectural
The goal of the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) is to preserve and enhance the pastoral scenic beauty of the community. These Architectural Standards were developed to ensure that all lot owners are not distracted from enjoying the beautiful, natural forest setting that defines Swains Creek Pines. They are intended to supplement the requirements set forth in the Articles of Incorporation, Covenants, Conditions, Reservations, and Restrictions (CC&R’s), and Guidelines, Rules, and Regulations; however, they DO NOT embody those documents in their entirety. You are advised to read all applicable governing documents before submitting your ARC package for review.
| ARC Guidelines and Requirements |
| ARC Application Form |
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Legal Requirements for Fire Pits
All fire pits within Swains Creek Pines must be permitted and adhere to legal requirements. Please contact the Fire Department for permitting information.
- Campfire must be contained within a pit 18 inches deep into the mineral soil, absent of roots or any other organic material or a solid ring made of a noncombustible material that is at least 18 inches in height that will contain the fuelwood or coals while shielding the ashes from being blown by the wind.
- Maintain 18-inch depth of the pit by removing build-up ash and other materials; assure disposed materials are completely extinguished. Do not dump hot ashes into dumpsters.
- Campfires must be at least 15 feet away from any combustible vegetation or structures, vertically and horizontally. Fire resistant vegetation as part of the landscaping is excluded.
- Six feet around the fire pit must be cleared to mineral soil.
- Six inches of gravel must be under the fire pit bringing the depth to 24 inches.
- One person 18 years or older must attend the fire at all times.
- Ten gallons of water or more must be dedicated and immediately available on site for fire suppression.
- At least one standard sized shovel must be dedicated and immediately available on site for fire suppression.
- Campfires must be completely extinguished, cold to the touch, when not attended. (Code 76-6-404.5).
- Persons responsible for escaped or unattended campfires are subject to prosecution and suppression costs. (Code 76-6-104.5)
Address Signs
Signs showing your street address are highly recommended by the Association and required by the county. You may use any sign you like, although reflective signs are highly encouraged to aid Emergency Services. You may order a hand-carved wooden address sign from the Association for $20.
To order, log into the PayHOA.com Owner Portal (link in the menu of this site), click Documents in the left-hand side bar, then click Forms to locate the Address Sign PDF.
To order, log into the PayHOA.com Owner Portal (link in the menu of this site), click Documents in the left-hand side bar, then click Forms to locate the Address Sign PDF.