Architectural Control Guidelines
“Notice of Implementation”
The Following improvements are recommended to be permissible, by submitting a “Notice of
Implementation” (see attached) document to the committee, so as acknowledgement that all guidelines
as put forth in this document are met. No application is required for these items if guidelines adopted by
Board of Directors are met. Refer to Section B for guidelines.
1. Plant Species Acceptable - It is important to maintain a level of homogenous aesthetic within the community. It is also important to vet the plant material being brought into Madison Place as some plants common to South Florida can be harmful, even fatal to pets and small children. The following plants have been approved for replacement/installation.
a. Shrubs (Silver Buttonwood, Red Tip Cocoplum, ‘Queen Emma’ Crinum, Shrubby Yew (Podocarpus macrophyllus), Coonite, Fire Bush, Ti Plant, Ixora, Spider Lily, Southern Wax Jasmine, Split Leaf Philodendron, Plumbago)
b. Grasses - (Pink Muhly Grass, Fakahatchee Grass)
c. Potted Plants - Submit pallet to ARC for Review and Approval.
d. Prohibited - There are several plants that can be harmful, even fatal to pets and small children, therefore any toxic plant is strictly prohibited. Prohibited are Annuals, any plant listed as an invasive species to South Florida and any plant the ARC deems unsafe.
2. Exterior Light Replacement - Size/Dimensions 7” W x 8” D x 15” H. Style: Lantern. Material: Aluminum. Glass /Lens Type: Clear. Color – Black.
3. Satellite Dishes - Rear or Side of units only. When unit’s front door faces South / South East - an
extension system should be utilized on the rear of the unit. If cables cannot be concealed, the cables should be painted to match the house (see exterior paint requirements).
4. Exterior Security Cameras / Smart Door Bells / Security Lights – Permitted 2 per building side, excluding doorbell cameras in White, Black, Tan, or Light Brown. Wires must be secured to building and as concealed as possible or internally through walls. Loose and disorderly wires not permitted. No light pollution or spillover to adjacent or common area.
5. Patio Furniture - Must fit on designated rear patio space. Not allowed in front yard/alcove/exterior foyer with the exception of 1. No color restrictions. No size restrictions except the item must fit on designated patio space. Temporary use for parties, gatherings, etc. okay.
6. Rear Patio Decorations - Grills, Flower pots, Patio Furniture. Other decorations may be submitted for approval through application process. Must fit on designated Patio area or on approved expansion to patio area, cannot be left on lawn. Utilizing lawn during gatherings is allowable but shall be cleaned up 24 hours after event.
7. Front Patio Decorations and Plants – No more than three items permitted (wreaths on doors or wall, wall art/hangings, Potted Plants, Hanging Plants, etc.) See section C for details. Wind Chimes are Not Permitted.
8. Flag Poles - American Flag – Must utilize proper flagpole mount in white. Flag can be located on Rear Terrace; For the front, 12”-24” above sconce on light on non-shared wall. American Flag is year-round. Sports Flags and Flags of other nations, countries, and religions not permitted.
9. Holiday Decorations - Permissible 30 days before and after the specified holiday. Must not obtrude or interfere with neighboring spaces and traffic. Sound - Must not make noise between the hours of 10pm and 7am (per Pompano Beach Noise Ordinance). Permissible - Lights, fixtures, decorations, seasonal music up to 65 DB. Light Bulb replacement (colored) permitted during time frame permitted above.
10. Solar Path Lights – Permitted a reasonable amount of 12” - 18” tall solar path lights in Black, Silver, Light Brown, Tan. Not in common areas (including turf along walk ways). Must be kept in working and in and tasteful and aesthetically pleasing condition.
11. Bird Feeders and Baths - Not in front yard common area. One feeder is permitted either in your unit’s alcove by the front door or in rear on private property.
12. Hoses - Allowed on front and rear spicket(s). Must be kept in an coiled fashion when not in use.
13. Mulch - Can apply brown mulch only as often as residents like. Should be cognizant of annual application by HOA. Substitution: See Stone Below.
14. Stone - Color to be determined by ARC. Size: 1-1/2”. Specifications: Please contact Metropolitan Property Group for information on where these approved stones can be purchased.
15. Security Signs – permitted up to 3 for end units (all door access points) and up to 2 for interior units. They must be maintained on individual property.
"Must Maintain"
The Following items are general practices and items that “Must be Maintained” in clean, working and
aesthetically acceptable order. Should you need assistance in repairing or remedying these issues,
please reach out to Property Keepers to assist you with product replacement or remedy information or assist in
scheduling a repair at the cost of the Owner.
The following items must be kept in clean, working, and visually aesthetic order.
I. Oil Stains and weeds in pavers
II. Gutter downspouts
III. Garage, Front and Rear Slider Doors
IV. Pavers (broken, chipped, dirty)
V. Windows damaged/cracked
VI. Exterior paint chipped, damaged or in need of repair
VII. Hole penetrations through exterior wall
VIII. Roof Tiles
IX. Window Shutters
X. Trash/Recycling Cans – See Trash and Recycling Schedule and Placement Guidelines.