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Architectural Review Committee (ARC)

One thing to remember is that all permanently fixed projects, such as a deck, fence or addition, need to be approved by the ARC before you begin any construction. In fact, most contractors today won't even begin your project until they've received a letter from the HOA granting approval. So before you begin, simply submit your proposal in writing using the ARC request form to any board member, or you may send it directly to the chairman of the architectural committee for approval. Then you can pick up that hammer and electric drill, and get building!

As established by the Ridge Forest Glen Bylaws and Covenants, the Architectural Review Committee is composed of members designated from time to time by the Board of Directors. The ARC is responsible for ensuring that building standards are maintained throughout the community and, in that capacity, board authority has been delegated to the committee to adopt or promulgate any rule or regulation, or to make any finding, determination, ruling or order, or to issue any permit, consent, authorization, approval or the like pursuant to the authority contained in the RFGHOA Covenants and Bylaws.

Downloadable Architecture Review Request Form (pdf format)
To save a copy of this form, right-click on the link and select the "save as" option.

To submit a request for approval, please complete this form, attach required supporting documentation (if any), and mail to:

    Ridge Forest Glen Homeowners Association
    P.O. Box 477
    Hanover, MD 21076-0477
    Attn: ARC

ARC Request Procedures

This document briefly describes the review procedures that each homeowner and the Architectural Review Committee (ARC) shall follow regarding any changes and/or improvements within residential properties in the community of Ridge Forest Glen.

Please note that an ARC Approval form is not required when performing routine landscape maintenance to your property, such as planting flowers, trimming bushes, etc. Also, note that approval from the ARC does not constitute a permit to build. Additional Anne Arundel County permit(s) may be required.

Ridge Forest Glen Architectural Review Committee Submittal and Review Process Steps in the submission and review process.

  1. Homeowner: Review the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions; arrange for required County permits (if any).
  2. Homeowner: Complete the approval application form and gather the required support documents. At this point you will describe/include:
    • What you intend to do
    • If a contractor is used, identify the person or company performing the work
    • Plot plan, in rough form, with dimensions
    • Elevation, in rough form, with dimensions
    • Description of all surface finishes (if applicable)
    • Desired construction start and end dates
    • Photocopy of approved County permit(s)
    • Stain/paint chip of finishes. (if applicable)
  3. Homeowner: Submit your application and support documents to the ARC.
  4. Board/ARC: Contact homeowner and acknowledge receipt of application package within 5 days of receipt of the package. If the package is incomplete, request additional information/documents from the homeowner.
  5. Board/ARC: Review submitted applications at the monthly board meeting. Homeowner may attend the board meeting to participate in the review of the application. Following review by the Committee, either approve or disapprove the request.
  6. Board/ARC: Notify homeowner of the decision in writing within fourteen (14) days of the board/ARC meeting. If disapproved, a complete explanation of the decision must be provided to the homeowner.
  7. Homeowner: If the decision is unsatisfactory, you may contact a board member and request that an appeal of the decision be placed on the next board meeting agenda.

Under no circumstances does approval by the Homeowners Association indicate full authorization. In addition, it may be necessary to obtain building permits and structural approval as required by Anne Arundel County. Please verify this with the County Inspections and Permits Division prior to beginning any work.

All improvements are subject to local building regulations and restrictions of record. If a homeowner proceeds without all necessary approvals, he/she may be subject to legal proceedings as well as having to remove all unauthorized improvements.

Currently the list of improvements that require both ARC approval and a County permit include:

This list is not intended to be comprehensive or complete. Please check with the Anne Arundel County Inspections and Permits Division for up-to-date requirements.
(See https://www.aacounty.org/departments/inspections-and-permits/permits/do-i-need-a-permit/ for more information)