Sutter Mill

What Sutter Mill's governing documents say

Sutter's Mill is a single-family home subdivision in Saginaw, TX, governed by a Declaration of Restrictions, Covenants, and Conditions. These rules bind all lot owners and are intended to maintain a uniform, residential character. Key provisions cover architectural standards, use restrictions, and maintenance obligations.

• Architectural review: All construction, alteration, or addition to any building requires prior approval of the Architectural Control Committee (2-3 members appointed by the developer). Plans must be submitted and approved within 5 days or they are deemed approved. The committee is immune from liability for its decisions.
• Building & lot standards: Each lot is for single-family use only, with one residence of 1-2 stories. Minimum floor area: 1,550 sq ft total (for 1-story) or 1,200 sq ft ground floor and 1,800 total (for 1.5 or 2 stories). Exterior walls must be at least 70% masonry, brick, stone, or similar on the first floor; roofs must be 3-tab asphalt or wood tone shingles with minimum 7/12 pitch (except for 1.5-2 story). Setbacks: side building lines at least 5 feet.
• Pets: No animals, poultry, or livestock may be raised or kept, but dogs, cats, and other household pets are allowed as domestic companions only (not for breeding or commercial purposes).
• Vehicles & storage: No house trailers, mobile homes, campers, boat trailers, or similar wheeled vehicles may be stored on a lot except inside a closed garage or within an approved fenced/enclosed area. No vehicles carrying flammable or explosive cargo may be kept in the subdivision. Temporary structures (outbuildings, trailers) and storage of building materials are prohibited except during construction.
• Maintenance & landscaping: Owners must maintain their lot and any portion visible from the public view in a neat and orderly fashion. Grass (Bermuda or St. Augustine) must be installed in the yard within 90 days of occupancy. Weeds, trash, and debris must be controlled. If the owner fails to do so after 10 days' notice, the developer (or association) may enter, perform work, and assess costs plus 10% interest as a lien.
• Fences & hedges: No fence, wall, or hedge may be placed closer to the front street than the building line, and maximum height is 8 feet. Wire or woven fences are prohibited unless approved by the Architectural Control Committee. Vegetation encroaching on adjoining property must be removed on request.
• Signs & antennas: Only one 'for sale' sign (max 15 sq ft) or signs owned by the developer or property owners' association are permitted. No radio, TV, or other aerial may extend above the highest point of the roof; satellite dishes must not exceed fence height and must be screened from street view.
• Mailboxes & garages: Mailboxes must be constructed of brick to match the residence. Any garage visible from the street must be painted and maintained neatly by the owner.

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.