No. 2317 approving an amendment to the Declaration of Protective and Restrictive Covenants of the Blackthorn Corporate Center and Blackthorn Center Development Guidelines

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the~variance in writing, documenting the reason for the request and providing evidence to clearly demonstrate the merits of the proposed variance. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN The purpose of the Architectural Guidelines is to produce orderly and aesthetically pleasing development of high quality architecture in harmony with the character of Blackthorn and existing improvements, which serves to enhance not only the individual building, but also the entire Blackthorn development. It is the intent of these Guidelines to encourage innovative architectural design. All buildings, shall conform with the following requirements. Overall design: Buildings shall be designed in such a way that all sides of the building are equally attractive, rather than placing all emphasis on the front elevation and neglecting the aesthetics of the side and/or rear elevations. Any accessory buildings and enclosures, whether attached to or detached from the main building, shall be compatible to the main building in design and materials. 2. Exterior materials: The approval of exterior materials, including type, color, texture and durability, and the extent of use of any single material or combination of materials shall be solely at the discretion of the Committee. Exterior materials shall conform to and be in harmony with the external design of neighboring structures and natural landscape. The Committee shall not arbitrarily or unreasonably withhold its approval of such use of exterior materials. Common brick, concrete block, corrugated metal, pre-engineered metals installed with exposed fasteners, vinyl siding and wood siding are prohibited on the exterior wall of any building. The use of masonry materials as the dominant finish is strongly encouraged. 3. Rooftops: All rooftop surfaces, equipment and accessories shall be approved by the Committee according to the following guidelines: a. The roof surface materials, texture, and reflectivity shall be reviewed considering their effects on the views of other Blackthorn Lots and structures. b. Rooftop mechanical equipment, vents and ducts shall be screened, covered and installed in a manner which hides said mechanical equipment from the view of other Blackthorn Lots, public streets, common areas, and buildings. Screening height shall be a minimum of twelve inches above materials being screened. c. Rooftop solar collectors, skylights and other potentially reflective rooftop building elements shall be designed and installed in a manner which prevents reflected glare and obstruction of views of other Blackthorn Lots 3 Blackthorn Corporate Park -Development Guidelines 5/30/01