What is the ACC?                                                                      ACC Submission Form (fill able)

 ACC Submission Form (printable)

The Architectural Control Committee (“ACC”) of South Point Subdivision is established to maintain the quality and desirability of South Point by overseeing the compliance of the Restrictive Covenants of SPHA.

The ACC is charged with carrying out the general plan of the subdivision and to ensure that we maintain a high standard of appearance within the neighborhood.  The ACC is separate and autonomous (i.e., the right or power of self-government; undertaken or carried on without outside control; existing or capable of existing independently; responding, reacting, or developing independently of the whole) to the Board of Directors although it works closely with the Board. 

Our property is governed by the Amended and Reinstated Restrictive Covenants. The provisions contained in this document set forth a general plan governing building standards, specified uses, and improvements to homes within the subdivision. It also prohibits how property can be used and certain kinds of development. These restrictions were established to enhance the beauty of our subdivision and to protect our investments as homeowners.

Our Bylaws require that a three tiered letter system be utilized to handle notification of RC violations.  The first letter sent is a courtesy reminder, requesting immediate compliance. If not corrected within 3 days, an official First Notice violation letter is sent. If necessitated, a second letter is sent to the homeowner on the 4^th day if the violation has not been corrected establishing the fine assessed. If necessitated, a third letter is sent to inform the homeowner that the ACC will turn the matter over to SPHA’s attorneys to pursue legal action.

Fortunately, very few homeowners refused to correct a violation.  While legal action is the last resort, it is the only conclusive remedy for enforcement, and will be sought when the other notifications have not amicably resolved the violation.

Fine assessments have been established for ALL construction that is performed on any lot without pre-approval by the ACC through utilization of the ACC Submittal Form. This includes, but is not limited to, installation of fences, expansion of driveways, building or purchasing a shed or other outdoor structure to be placed in the back of any lot, painting of aluminum siding on houses, and any construction changes or additions to houses (e.g., enclosing garages, adding of additional rooms or expansion of existing rooms, addition of enclosed patios or sunrooms).

How the Committee Operates

The Committee makes a weekly or bi-weekly drive through the subdivision noting and photographing violations. The most common violation involves parking autos, boats or trailers on their lawns or on vacant lots where parking is not allowed, and in the street such that they may block or impede traffic and possibly restrict emergency vehicles. On occasion, temporary situations arise such as homeowner’s hosting an event at their home which will incur in multiple cars being parked on the street, or out-of-town guests.

However, if the Committee determines that an auto or boat or trailer is being parked in the street on a regular basis, or on their lawn or in a vacant lot, the Committee is required to informed the homeowner in writing and ask that the violation be corrected. On occasion a verbal courtesy reminder may be given. While some may feel a letter may seem impersonal and inhospitable, enforcement of the restrictions requires notification, and verbal notification is not always available or advisable depending on the situation.

Failure to comply with the official First Notice Notification will result in fines being assessed against the homeowner. Failure to pay fines assessed can lead to a lien being filed against the property.

If you have any questions about the Covenants or how the ACC works, please email or write the ACC at the email address southpointboard@gmail.com or send your mail to the P. O. Box address.

ACC Highlights

Here you will find helpful highlights monthly brought to you by the ACC Committee. 

September 2009 / October 2009 / November 2009 / January 2010 / February 2010

Points to Remember 

• All dogs should be on a leash, or contained in an enclosed structure such as a fence. Louisiana does have a State leash law. Citation: LA R.S. 3:2771. Additionally, Livingston Parish enacted a Parish Ordinance LPO-0658 on January 25, 2007, regarding dog owners who allow their pets to roam freely. Ord. 3-13-46 §§1.2 Ord. No. 00-36 Art. 1, 1-25-01.
• All yards should be mowed and noxious weeds maintained on a routine basis, especially during the summer months. It is your responsibility to maintain all portions of your yard, fenced or unfenced. You are also responsible for maintaining from your servitude line to your property line behind your fence. This includes behind your fence whether you are adjacent to a ditch, pond, or open field.
• The only signs allowed in front yards on a continuous basis are "For Sale" or "For Lease/Rent" signs. Please refer to the Amended and Reinstated Restrictive Covenants (Paragraph 23) for restrictive guidelines on holiday or special event signs.
• The speed limit is 20 mph throughout the entire subdivision. 20 mph is the maximum speed you should drive through the subdivision roads, so please do not cause unnecessary danger or hazards by passing vehicles which are going lower than 20 mph. The driver ahead of you just might notice a potential risk up ahead. Passing those vehicles increases the risk of accident, injury or even death to a child, adult, or beloved pet.
• Remember, it is your duty to pay attention to all road signs. This includes stop signs and speed limit signs. "Not paying attention" or "ignorance of the law" is not a viable excuse.
   

Installing a Fence

If you anticipate installing a fence on your property, you must submit an ACC Submittal Form PRIOR to any work being performed. Please read the General Guidelines to Install a Fence and Pipeline & Digging Safety.pdf.

Please keep in mind that the guidelines are meant to advise and inform residents of the procedure and steps required to add a fence to their property.  The guideline answers frequently asked questions.

The guidelines are not written approval to proceed without the requirement of submitting an ACC Submittal Form and a scheduled meeting with an Architectural Control Committee member to review and approval the plans.

Driveway Expansions

If you anticipate expanding your driveway, you must submit an ACC Submittal Form PRIOR to any work being performed. Please read the General Guidelines for Driveway Expansion.

Please keep in mind that the guidelines are meant to advise and inform residents of the procedure and steps required to expand their driveway

The guidelines are not written approval to proceed without the requirement of submitting an ACC Submittal Form and a scheduled meeting with an Architectural Control Committee member to review and approval the plans.