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PIHA New Construction Construction Requirements

•   Building Plan Approval Requirements
•   Architectural Committee
•   Specifications
•   Approval Procedure
•   Required Plan Items
•   Required Permits
•   Plan Review Standards Checklist

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Construction Approval Requirements

It is the purpose of the Committee to insure that structures comply with the Restrictive Covenants and are in harmony of external design and location in relation to surrounding structures and topography. Compliance with the Presque Isle Harbor Association Restrictive Covenants does not necessarily mean that you have met the requirements of the Township of Presque Isle or the County of Presque Isle or the State of Michigan. You should check with these units of government before plan submittal.

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Architectural Control Committee

Review and approval of all construction within the Association is the responsibility of the Architectural Control Committee pursuant to Articles VI and VII of the Presque Isle Harbor Association Restrictive Covenants. The Committee shall review Association site and building plans for compliance with applicable sections of the Restrictive Covenants and issue a recommendation for approval/disapproval within 30 days of receipt, at the Association office, of plan submission by the petitioner.

The Committee's review of construction plans shall include an assessment of compliance with the exterior design of similar properties on surrounding lots. The purpose of the compliance review is to ensure that new construction preserves the general property value and amenities of the Association.

The Committee site and building approval process shall evaluate petitioners compliance with the following specifications as approved by the Board.

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Building Specifications and Restrictions

The Committee shall review all structures for compliance with the current standards as adopted by the Association. Additional specifications and requirements unique to Association building sites are as included below:

1. Unless a contemporary roof design is contemplated, dwelling roof pitch and all accessory buildings shall be a minimum ratio of 4:12.
2. Dwelling height shall not exceed two and one half stories with a maximum height of 30 feet. Ground level at the building foundation must be determined by a registered surveyor and recorded on the site plan as submitted to the Committee.
3. Dwelling unit size shall be a minimum of 800 square feet with a minimum first floor size of 768 square feet and a minimum width of 24 feet.
4. Building setback restrictions:
   
   Front Yard: 25 feet
   Side Yards: 10% of the lot width
   Side Street Line: 20 Feet
   Garages: 3 foot may be allowed if placed to the rear
   
5. Garages: One private garage or garage/boathouse combination for storage of automobiles and boats.
6. Construction of the main dwelling or any accessory building must be completed within one year approval.
7. No basement, tent, shack, garage, barn or other outbuilding shall at any time be used as a residence, temporarily or permanently, nor shall any structure of a temporary character or any building in the process of construction, be used as a residence.
8. Exterior finish shall be wood, siding, logs, brick, stone or concrete.

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Site and Building Approval Procedures

The Architectural Committee review shall include all proposed buildings, garages, storage buildings, septic tanks, wells, docks, fences, signs (permanent or temporary) and additions or exterior changes to existing buildings or approved plans. It is the purpose of the Committee to protect the property owners from buildings that are not in harmony in design or location as related to surrounding structures and topography and to assist property owners in obtaining a residence in accord with the Covenants.

The Committee authority does not extend to details of construction, and assumes no liability for construction deficiencies or errors.

Property owners are directed to mail or deliver three sets of the property site plans and two sets of building plans to:

Architectural Control Committee
C/O Presque Isle Harbor Association
PO Box 60
Presque Isle, MI 49777
Office (989) 595-2411
FAX (989) 595-3183

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Plans shall include the following information:

1. A site plan of the property showing the location of the home, deck, garage, driveway, septic tank and field, fuel tank, TV dish, and any other proposed construction. This plan shall be drawn to scale, preferable 1 inch to 20 feet, and indicate property lines and dimensions, lake and/or road frontage and route of utilities to the building.
2. Floor plans of each level of the structure drawn at a scale of .1 inch = 1 foot. Floor plans shall include basic dimensions of the structure.
3. Front, rear and both side elevations drawn at ? inch = 1 foot scale indicating building materials, existing ground elevation, building height and intended grade line.
4. Adequate building sections to reveal construction materials and architectural arrangement with roof pitch and designed snow load.
5. Identification of plans indicating the name, address and telephone number of the property owner and lot location.
6. Name, address and telephone number of the builder.
7. Start and completion date of construction.

It is the Committee's intent to make decisions on plans as soon as possible; however, the Restrictive Covenants allow a 30-day limit for the decision. A satisfactory set of plans and specifications will be stamped 'APPROVED', and two sets will be returned to the owner. If the plans are not approved, the owner will receive the Committee's reason and recommendation for their correction. Changes to approved plans are not permitted until re-submitted for approval.

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After plan approval, permits may be obtained from the following:

1. Zoning permit: Presque Isle Township Zoning Administrator
   12653 East Grand Lake Rd.
   Presque Isle, MI 49777 (989) 595-2752
   
   
2. Building permit: Presque Isle County
   Department of Building and Zoning
   151 Huron
   Rogers City, MI 49779 (989) 734-2915
   
   
3. Septic system permit: District 4 Health Department
   151 Huron
   Rogers City, MI 49779 (989) 734-4723
   
   
4. Soil erosion permit:(As required) Presque Isle County
   Department of Building and Zoning
   151 Huron
   Rogers City, MI 49779 (989) 734-2915
   
   
5. Wetlands and endangered species evaluation: (As required) Michigan Department of Natural Resources
   PO Box 667
   Gaylord, MI 49735
   
   

The Architectural Control Committee may inspect the property during construction.

It is the purpose of the Committee to insure that structures comply with the Restrictive Covenants and are in harmony of external design and location in relation to surrounding structures and topography. Compliance with the Presque Isle Harbor Association Restrictive Covenants does not necessarily mean that you have met the requirements of the Township of Presque Isle or the County of Presque Isle or the State of Michigan. You should check with these units of government before plan submittal.

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PIHA Plan Review Standards

The Architectural Control Committee shall not approve construction plans if they are inconsistent with Presque Isle Harbor Association Restrictive Covenants, current governmental ordinances or are not in harmony with the surroundings.

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Plan Check List (circle appropriate response)
1.Complete site plan (1" = 20" scale preferred, on survey by registered surveyor)	Yes	No
2.Floor plans (each floor at ?? = 1?)	Yes	No
3. House elevation drawings (4 sides at ?? = 1")	Yes	No
4. Cross section drawings (showing roof pitch and indicating snow load)	Yes	No
5. Identification of owner and builder	Yes	No
6. Construction start and completion dates provided (completion within one year of approval)	Yes	No
7. Minimum 800sq. ft. of enclosed living space (24 x 32) minimum 1st floor	Yes	No
8. Building height maximum 30’ (2 1/2 stories)	Yes	No
9. 25’ front yard setback	Yes	No
10. 10% side yard setback	Yes	No
11. 10% rear yard setback (25’ if waterfront)	Yes	No
12. Storage Buildings and Garages:	Yes	No
a. Single lot One unattached per dwelling All covered storage (includes attached garage) shall not exceed 1,600 square feet or dwelling first floor, whichever is less. No unattached building may exceed 900 sq. ft. in floor area. Meets setback requirements and sidewall heights not over 10.'
b. Double lot with common side yard boundary Two unattached per dwelling permitted. All covered storage (includes attached garage) not exceeding 1,800 square feet or 120% of dwelling 1st floor area, whichever is less (No single building may exceed 900 square feet in floor area). Meets 20' side yard setback requirements and sidewall height not over 10.' At least one building straddles common boundary line.
13. Garages: 900 sq. Ft. Maximum. Minimum 3 ft. setback if to the rear.	Yes	No
14. Exterior design compatible within neighborhood.	Yes	No
15. Exterior material in harmony with the surroundings.	Yes	No
16. Plan or design for the protection of tree cover (area for removal of trees shown on site plan and is not excessive)	Yes	No

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