Architectural Control Committee

Lakeside’s Architectural Control Committee has the responsibility of maintaining our property values by protecting the architectural integrity of Lakeside in accordance with the provisions of the Declaration of Restrictions and Covenants. Our Restrictions state that “no building, fence, wall or other structure shall be commenced, erected or maintained upon the properties, nor shall any exterior addition to or change or alteration thereon be made until the plans and specifications showing the nature, kind, shape, heights, materials and location or the same shall have been submitted to and approved in writing as to harmony of external design and location in relation to surrounding structures and topography by the Architectural Control Committee”. If you have any doubt about whether your project needs approval, contact an ACC member for more information.

Some owners have expressed surprise and consternation about having to “ask permission” to improve their own property. Your subdivision was developed and made subject to a Declaration of Protective Covenants and all owners become obligated to follow the terms of the Declaration when they receive the deed to their property.

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Committee Members
Marvin Borgmeyer – (225) 810-0160
Mike Mullen – (225) 761-8555
Daryl Daigle – (225) 767-6117

email: acc@lakesidesubdivision.com

More Information
WHAT ACTION IS REQUIRED OF OWNER(S)?
Prior to making any change or improvement, owners must submit a request in writing to the ACC with clear, readable plans that clearly describe the projected change or addition. The ACC has 30 days to respond after receiving the notice, otherwise the request is approved by default. If any change, improvement is taken prior to written approval of the ACC, the Association has the right to require the homeowner to remove the improvement(s) and/or change(s) from the property. The following form should be used to transmit the request. It can be filled out electronically and emailed with attachments or it can be mailed to the LHOA address below.
WHAT TYPES OF ITEMS REQUIRE WRITTEN APPROVAL?
Some examples of improvements/alterations requiring written approval from the ACC include (refer to the Declaration for other details):
• New residential structures
• Additions/Add-ons to existing residential structure
• Fences and walls
• Patio covers
• Flagpoles
CAN THE COMMITTEE GRANT VARIANCES FOR CERTAIN DETAILS?
The Committee is authorized to grant selective variances for things such as location, height, number of Improvements, materials, etc, but the owner must request this variance, giving reasons why it should be granted so that the Committee can make a reasoned decision.
WHY DO WE HAVE TO PUT EVERYTHING IN WRITING?
The formal request and approval process is necessary to assure that every owner’s desire to improve his or her property can be given due process without discrimination. It will also provide the owner(s), the Committee and the Association Board with a permanent record of actions taken under the Declaration.
HOW DO WE REPORT A SUSPECTED ACC VIOLATION?
The Lakeside Homeowners Association is committed to help protect and preserve the overall environment of our community. One of the tasks of the Association is to respond to resident concerns. In keeping with this commitment, all community concerns need to be in writing and submitted to the Board of Directors. Please be advised that the violation must fall under the community covenants and restrictions. LHOA will make every attempt possible to resolve all issues, but please allow allotted time depending on the offense.
HOW DO I CONTACT THE ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE?
Email: acc@lakesidesubdivision.com
Or
Architectural Control Committee
PO Box 82083
Baton Rouge, LA 70884