DMR Guidelines

OVERVIEW
The following guidelines provide general and specific direction regarding all exterior additions, modifications, replacements, painting, landscaping, maintenance, and other projects. They do not apply to the interior of your home.

The guidelines are based on the premise that all such exterior projects must be in conformance with the original architectural design and in harmony with the overall scheme of San Ignacio Ridge Estates (SIRE).

What does that mean? Well, just take a drive through our neighborhood - observe the similarities in the style of the homes, yards, driveways, etc. and you'll better understand the meaning.

Regulating these projects is the primary function of our Architectural Review Committee (ARC) which must approve most changes to the exterior of your home and areas upon your lot.

This approval must be in writing and is obtained by submitting a Design Modification Request (DMR) form.

To avoid wasting time and money,

it is important for you to get written approval
from the ARC before starting any project.

The submittal of a DMR can be accomplished by either completing an online form on the SIRE website or downloading a hard copy of the form and providing a completed version to a member of the ARC (Current Committee Roster), or by mailing it to Stellar Property Management, LLC. (Mailing address is on the form).

You can find the forms by clicking here:

1. ONLINE DMR FORM

2. HARDCOPY DMR FORM

Upon receipt of the DMR form, the ARC has up to 30 days to review and either approve or disapprove your request. If for some reason, your initial project request does not conform to the homeowners' association guidelines, a committee member can work with you in an effort to find a possible solution. However, that might extend the 30-day response time.

The Committee's goal is to approve your DMR
and, as needed, to help you find a remedy that will satisfy
any requirement that leads to approval for your project.

Prior to submitting the DMR, it would be best if you ascertain whether a permit from Pima County will be required (Do I Need a Permit PIMA.GOV). If so, a copy needs to be included with the DMR, along with a complete set of any contractor's plans and specifications for the proposed improvements.

In addition, keep in mind that your project might create a conflict with your neighbor/s. It is strongly advised that you consult with and get the neighbor's written support prior to submitting a DMR. That expressed support may facilitate the DMR approval process and could very well be a deciding factor that leads to an approval.

In presenting more specific guidelines for your consideration we'll be taking a "top-to-bottom" approach. Each section outlines projects that will most likely require ARC approval of your DMR form.

ROOF
When re-roofing vaulted roofs, it is essential to ensure that the new or replacement tile match or closely match the material, color and design of that being replaced. Apparently, there are fewer tile manufacturers in business today and those that are, have reduced color, material, and design options. Rounded clay tile does not appear to have been greatly affected.

It is of the utmost importance that the homeowner gets an early start planning the project, completing the DMR and having it approved before starting the roofing project. Approval may require an actual sample of the proposed tile, if it is different than the existing.

If you're using the same type and color of tiles and only replacing or repairing a few roof tiles, perhaps in an emergency situation, you normally do not require approval. Don't hesitate to consult with the ARC for guidance.

For flat-top roofs, the coating material used must be of a light, non-glare color, such as white, beige, or tan, with a flat or eggshell finish. Similarly, for flat-top roof coatings, you do need an approved DMR.

In addition, it is prohibited to install any structures/objects such as solar panels or viewing platforms, etc. on rooftops unless a DMR has been approved.

EXTERIORS
Any changes to the exterior appearance of your home or yard must be approved through the DMR process. This includes any modifications or additions that alter the footprint of your property. Effective 12/01/2024 this includes wall art, decals, messages or other decor applied or affixed to exterior walls and garage doors. This also includes any fences and gates viewable from the street.

DOORS AND WINDOWS This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Replacing any doors, windows, and/or screens that are materially different in size, configuration, or color and changing the appearance of the home would be considered a modification and require an approved DMR.

Front doors that are visible from the road must be of a natural wood color, or the color of your trim.

PAINTING Homeowners planning to repaint their homes may do so using colors from either the currently approved SIRE paint color palette (SIRE Currently Approved Palette) or replacing the existing paint colors on your home that emanated from the neighborhood's original paint colors.

All of those original colors have now been "retired" by Sherwin Williams and no paint samples are available. If you have a usable sample, a paint store can perform a color match. Do not use colors meant only for trim for your base color, or vice versa.

Any re-painting project apart from a minor "touch-up" requires an approved DMR. This includes projects where the new paint color to be used will be the same or similar to the existing color.

All colors represented on the currently approved palette are based on the Sherwin-Williams paint palette. However, exact, or near-exact matches can be obtained from other manufacturers at local stores. Contact the ARC with questions, or to borrow approved paint swatches for viewing prior to making your choice/s.

Additional paint color guidelines:

Roofline trim must be painted the house trim color.
The house trim color may be selectively painted on windows, garage trim, garage doors (with the exception of Cloudburst and Rocky River paint colors), & entrance area bump-outs, or recesses.
Front and back metal railings must be painted the house trim color or flat black.
Back railings may remain black and front railings may be painted trim color.

YARDS & LANDSCAPE
The SIRE Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) require the ongoing maintenance of existing landscape features. Minimal landscape projects do not normally require an approved DMR. However, when excavations, fabrication, water features, or tree and high shrub plantings are involved, you must have an approved DMR.

The CC&Rs also require homeowners to adhere to other specific guidelines related to trees and large vegetation (Policy Regarding Trees and Large Vegetation).

WALLS Existing block walls and new walls must conform to their original color and design. Any modification to either height or length must have an approved DMR, as well as written consent from the affected neighbor/s.

OTHER PLACEMENTS Any new permanent features in the front or back yards, such as antennas, flagpoles, ground-based satellite dishes, towers, etc. are subject to CC&R requirements, and need an approved DMR, as are any structural additions or alterations. These new permanent placements must also meet height and aesthetic requirements and not present an eyesore to neighbors or passers-by.

Moveable/non-affixed items such as patio sets, umbrellas, and planter boxes do not require a DMR.

DRIVEWAYS Driveways should reflect the original material, color, and construction. However, should you be considering something like a stamped concrete design, submit a DMR for evaluation.

SUMMARY
These guidelines are not meant to be all-inclusive but do represent some of the more common projects requiring the submission of a DMR form. Additional detail is available by reviewing the complete Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions document (CC&R's Document).

If you are planning a project and unsure whether a DMR form will be required, submit an online inquiry to the ARC (ARC Contact Form) to discuss your plans, personally reach out to an ARC member with any questions, or submit a completed DMR form for feedback.

Always bear in mind that DMR approval is contingent on whether -
it follows these guidelines,
it is covered in the SIRE CC&Rs, and
it is in conformance with the original architectural design
and in harmony with the overall scheme of SIRE.

From time to time, questions are raised that haven't been addressed here, or that need further definition and/or clarification. For that purpose, we've designed, and will regularly update, a Frequently Asked Questions section which can be reviewed here (DMR-FAQs).