This page outlines the community standards relevant to homeowners regarding their homes and properties. These standards encompass homeowner responsibilities and are typically not the responsibility of the Arbor Ridge Homeowners Association unless explicitly stated otherwise.
Compliance checks are done on a regular basis to ensure homeowners continue to adhere to the Governing Documents that include the CCR’s, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Resolutions and the Community Standards.
Homeowners who rent out their properties are accountable for ensuring their tenants comply with the Governing Documents and promptly communicate any instances of non-compliance to them. Any fines or fees incurred as a result will be directly assessed to the homeowner’s account, and not the tenant. It is the homeowner’s responsibility to address these matters with their tenants to ensure adherence to the Governing Documents and Community Standards for Arbor Ridge Homeowners Association.
All exterior changes must be submitted using the Architectural Review process (AR Required) unless otherwise noted (AR Not Required).
Resolution Architectural Review Exemption Guidelines 2026-01 has been established to eliminate certain Repairs and Common Maintenance from Architectural Review Process. Please Review this resolution before submitting an ARC Request.
If you have any questions, you may reach out to our community manager or attend a board meeting.
Home (Exterior)
Repair and Maintenance should be completed on a regular basis to adhere to the Rules & Regulations.
- Painting (House siding, Doors, Shutters, Eves and Posts)
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Color matching of existing colors only
- Replacement or Entire House Painting (AR Required)
- Vinyl siding can be painted if desired.
- Paint color must adhere to the standards laid out in the Exterior Colors Resolution (2014-01) or approved by the board.
- Bright colors are not permitted for any purpose on the exterior.
- We live in a Craftsman style neighborhood and colors should continue to match that of all the neighboring homes.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Siding
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew
- Replacement of Vinyl siding (AR Required)
- Vinyl siding is the standard in the community, material changes will require ARC Request
- Paint color must adhere to the standards laid out in the Exterior Colors Resolution (2014-01) or approved by the board.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Shutters
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- Replacement of Shutters (AR Required)
- Paint color must adhere to the standards laid out in the Exterior Colors Resolution (2014-01) or approved by the board.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Gutters
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Unclogging of debris and repairing should be completed.
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- Replacement of Gutters (AR Required)
- Should be painted aluminum to match the house color, white or compliment craftsman color. Leaf guard systems can also be used.
- Paint color must adhere to the standards laid out in the Exterior Colors Resolution (2014-01) or approved by the board.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Roofing
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- Replacement of Shingles Like for Like or Approved Composite Color (AR Not Required)
- Only similar or approved color, composite shingles only and must be at least a 15-year warranty.
- Replacement of Shingles for not-approved color (AR Required)
- For requesting a non-approved color, composite shingles only and must be at least a 15-year warranty.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Solar Panels
- New and Replacement installations will need to be reviewed (AR Required)
- Windows
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Damaged screens or vinyl windows replaced like for like.
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- Replacement of Windows (AR Required)
- New style or color changes must be reviewed.
- All road facing windows must have professional window coverings like blinds or drapes (no sheets or other non-window coverings) CCRs 3A19 (AR Not Required).
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Fencing-Wood Fences
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- New, Removal or Complete replacement (AR Required)
- Common Good Neighbor style fence (alternating fence boards) example
- Standard fence style for all homes in the neighborhood
- Max Height: 6 feet tall (no exceptions)
- Material: Cedar Fence Boards, Cedar or Pressure Treated (4×4) Posts, (2×4) Fence Rails and Caps (Vinyl or metal fencing is not allowed).
- Color: Left Natural, Clear sealer or a Natural wood color stain. (no solid paint or bright colors allowed)
- Allowed where: Installation in the backyard along property line, between homes along property line (corner homes need to maintain at least 24 inches from the sidewalk edge) and up to the front edge of the physical home.
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew
- Exception Solid Panel Good Neighbor Style Fence with top Cap example
- Exception style of fence to accommodate tight locations
- Max Height: 6 feet tall (no exceptions)
- Material: Cedar Fence Boards, Cedar or Pressure Treated (4×4) Posts, (2×4) Fence Rails and Caps
- Color: Left Natural, Clear sealer or a Natural wood color stain. (no solid paint or bright colors allowed)
- Allowed where: Installation next to a black chain link HOA fence (not to replace) on the homeowner’s side to replace existing homeowner owned arborvitaes and / or to enclose property for privacy within HOA Black Chain Link Fence.
- Why this fence: Install a privacy enclosure on the homeowner’s side of the black chain link fence (which shall remain in place). Such installation will replace the existing homeowner-owned arborvitaes to ensure privacy.
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew
- Common Good Neighbor style fence (alternating fence boards) example
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Fencing-White vinyl fence rail & Black chain link
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- New, Removal or Complete replacement (AR Required)
- These fence styles are mostly in the Common Areas (Area Maps) of the neighborhood that are HOA owned, but there are a few homes that have these styles of fences on homeowner property and are the responsibility of the homeowner to replace and repair.
- Homeowners with these styles of fences on their property will need to file an Architectural Request to change.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Structures (Permanent)
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- New Installation (AR Required)
- Decks, Patios, Arbors, Trellis, Retaining Walls, Patio Covers, Sunrooms, Hot Tubs, Pools, Sheds, Play Structures or similar structures need to be reviewed before construction.
- Size restrictions may be enforced. Colors should complement the paint scheme of your Craftsman-style home, and roofing materials need to closely resemble those used on the primary house.
- It is essential that the structure does not intrude into any setbacks or easements, as these spaces must remain accessible for maintenance purposes.
- No structure of a temporary character, Vehicles, RV (trailer, motor home or camper), boat, tent, shack, garage, barn or other outbuilding shall be used on any lot at any time as a residence CCRs 3A10.
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Air conditioners or Heat Pumps
- Repairs and Maintenance (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- Window Air Conditioners Previously ARC approved can be installed and removed annually abiding by the Air Conditioners and Aesthetic Appearance Resolution (2024-01).
- New or Replacement (AR Required)
- Follow the Air Conditioners and Aesthetic Appearance Resolution (2024-01).
- Permanent whole-house central air conditioner units shall be professionally installed, preferably situated behind the home or hidden from public view.
- Window air conditioners must be installed with a professional look and match house color and used during the seasonal need then removed (Per Oregon SB1536 [October 1 through April 30]).
- The section of window not closed needs to be clear solid plexiglass or a solid panel painted to match the house color to fit the open-air space (no cardboard, paper, plastic sheathing or similar materials).
- Repairs and Maintenance (AR Not Required)
- Landscape Maintenance
- Repairs and Maintenance (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- The Cottage Homes (Area Maps) participates in a landscape maintenance (easement) program that provides general landscaping and maintenance to the road facing landscape.
- Please report any item to our Management Company that is not properly maintained by the Landscape company.
- All homeowners (including cottage homeowners) must maintain and upkeep their yards including any needed maintenance and repair to landscape, fencing, and dwellings on their lots.
- Sidewalk, Driveway and Apron must be clean and repaired CCRs 3A24
- Lawns – Must be cut, trimmed (not exceeding 3-4 inches), fertilized, weeded and watered as appropriate CCRs 3A18.
- Lawn reseeding, replacement sod, bark dust refreshing, season color annuals, potted plants, baskets, small plants or bushes, new or replacement.
- Plants, Trees & Shrubs – Must be trimmed, fertilized and watered as appropriate CCRs 3A18.
- Street trees are the responsibility of the homeowner you can review Washington County Street Trees on pruning and trimming CCRs 3A18.
- Cottage homeowners are still responsible for these trees, but they will have their street tree pruned or replaced per the landscape maintenance (easement) program as needed during annual inspections.
- Trash and Junk – Should not be left in the street or visible in the yard and should be removed or disposed CCRs 3A9.
- Toys and other items – should be stored in garage or back yards CCRs 3A9.
- Backyards must be maintained to the same standards, structures (i.e. sheds, gazebos, patios or decks) CCRs 3A18.
- Landscape Replacement (AR Required).
- Changes to the home’s exterior and yard (front, sides or back) that can impact neighbors and the community and will require Board review.
- Landscape that is being overhauled that is not like for like of the existing landscape. Changing grass to drought tolerant solutions, sprinkler systems, imitation lawns or complete redesigns.
- Street trees being replaced, please review the responsibility of the homeowner and Washington County Street Trees.
- Trees in the yard being added or removed will need to be reviewed.
- Structures being installed or replaced (i.e. sheds, gazebos, patios or decks).
- Repairs and Maintenance (AR Not Required)
- Refuse Cans – Garbage, Yard debris and Recycling containers (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- May be moved to the curb the day before pickup and must be removed by end of the pickup day.
- Storage must be out of view behind the fence or gate, shielded by vegetation or stored in garage CCRs 3A9 Trash and Recycle Bin Resolution 2022-01.
- Satellite Dishes & Antennas
- Replacement (AR Not Required)
- Must be cleaned on a regular basis to remove dirt, moss, mold and mildew.
- Installation (AR Required)
- The FCC Guide will provide you your rights as a Homeowner.
- Small size three (3) feet or less is a reasonable allowance of one (1) per service needed.
- Mounting on the roof or individual post within the yard is requested (fence or side of home installations are not allowed).
- Large dishes (greater than three (3) feet in diameter are not permitted.
- Replacement (AR Not Required)
Streets, Sidewalks and Curbs
- Private streets in the community are Tract B – Silver Creek Place, Tract O – Tatum Ranch Place, and Tract V – Moon Valley Terrace (Area Maps) which are managed by the Homeowners Association.
- Public streets are all other streets in the community and are managed by Washington County.
- Sidewalks
- Private
- The Homeowner’s Association has scheduled reviews of the private street sidewalks to assess and perform repairs per the Reserve Studies HOA Responsibility.
- Public
- Repairs and Maintenance of the same color and style (AR Not Required)
- Sidewalk repairs are the homeowner’s responsibility that are adjacent to their property in all areas of the community that is not a private street.
- Washington County may repair and bill the homeowner if deemed necessary by the county as a hazard (i.e. uneven sidewalk, cracks and damage).
- Replacement and changing from existing material (AR Required)
- Private
- Streets
- Private
- HOA has scheduled reviews of the private streets to assess repairs per the Reserve Studies HOA Responsibility.
- Public
- Repairs and Maintenance by Homeowners need to remove all debris and dispose of using their Yard debris container or removed using other methods (AR Not Required)
- Do not leave debris piled in the gutters, sidewalk or street.
- Street sweeping is completed periodically by Clean Water Services you can contact them if you have questions.
- Streets are maintained by Washington County you can check their site schedule for maintenance annually
- Private
- Parking
- Private
- The Homeowners Association can fine or have vehicles towed on Private streets. Our Management Company can send a compliance notices if you provide proof of issue, vehicle information and homeowner address.
- Public
- The Homeowners Association cannot fine or have vehicles towed on Washington County streets. Our Management Company can send a friendly reminder if you provide proof of issue, vehicle information and homeowner address.
- Vehicles need to abide by the Washington County Sheriff’s office on Parking if there is an issue, please contact the Washington County non-emergency number.
- No person shall use a vehicle or recreational vehicle for overnight lodging on a public right of way for a period in excess of 48 hours at the same location or within a two-mile radius of the same location.
- No person shall park a recreational vehicle on a residential street for a period in excess of four days (96 consecutive hours) in any 28-day period.
- No person shall park a commercial vehicle, as that term is defined in ORS 801.208, on a residential street.
- No person shall park in front of the entrance of any place where mail is received or within ten feet of a mailbox during the hours of 8 am and 5 pm.
- A vehicle shall not be parked on a public street or public right of way without license plates, with expired tags, with expired registration, or with expired temporary licensing permit.
- No person shall park a vehicle in a manner which interferes with use of the right-of-way, the safe flow of traffic, or obstructs the view of other drivers.
- If you live in unincorporated Washington County outside ESPD and the Metro Urban Growth Boundary, County Prohibited Parking Ordinance 8.16 applies.
- The Sheriff’s Office can remove abandoned vehicles on a public right-of-way within unincorporated areas of Washington County.
- The Homeowners Association cannot fine or have vehicles towed on Washington County streets. Our Management Company can send a friendly reminder if you provide proof of issue, vehicle information and homeowner address.
- Private
