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The overall objective of this document is to serve as a guide to both the members of the Architectural Review Board (ARB) and the homeowners in maintaining and enhancing Southern Oaks' carefully designed environment; ensuring continuing appreciation of property values.  These guidelines and standards address improvements for which homeowners will most often submit applications to the ARB.  They are not intended to be all inclusive or exclusive, but rather serve as a guide to what improvements may be made in the community of Southern Oaks.

The specific objectives of this booklet are to:

a.  Provide uniform guidelines to be used by the ARB in reviewing applications.

b.  Assist homeowners in preparing an acceptable application to the ARB.

c.  Increase the homeowner's awareness and understanding of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.

d.  Describe the organization and procedures involved with the architectural standards established by the Protective Covenants.

e.  Illustrate design concepts which will aid homeowners in developing exterior improvements that are in harmony with the immediate neighborhood and the community as a whole.

The mission of the ARB is to work in conjunction with the SOHA Board of Directors and represent the interests of the whole community.  The ARB exists in order to regulate the external design, appearance and locations of the property and improvements in such a manner as to preserve and enhance values and to maintain a harmonious relationship among structures and the natural vegetation and topography.

NOTE:  Homeowners are advised to contact the Fairfax County authorities for the appropriate building codes and safety requirements prior to any type of building construction, either external or internal.