The contrast among Grand Lagoon Pointe’s white sands, its evergreen vegetation and the grand, blue lagoon it overlooks is dramatic, rich and ultimately inviting. People choosing to make their homes here never could hope to improve upon natural surroundings that have resulted from timeless forces that escape the understanding of mere men and women. But they may strive to live in harmony with this special place; indeed, they should feel an obligation to ensure that their homes respect an environment whose pristine character cannot be enhanced. In these regards, they should do their very best. Recognizing that, the developers of Grand Lagoon Pointe have embraced an architectural style that will merge with the project’s spectacular setting. Planned is a development that will approach, but protect, the shoreline and the wildlife that thrives where water meets land. Buildings and structures will complement one another. Setbacks will be employed to provide for the efficient and effective use of space. Waterfront lot owners will be encouraged to preserve view corridors for the enjoyment of all. Envisioned is a community of residents united in their appreciative relationship with a place whose grandeur inspires both humility and pride, a place where water meets land.
Building Setbacks & Location Grand Lagoon Pointe setbacks have been established to comply with the County Landscape Development Regulations, as well as to promote the most effective placement of individual residences and use of space. These setbacks encourage the character of the community as well as ensuring that buildings are proportional to each other.
The front yard setback will be fifteen feet (15') from the property line facing the roadway. The sideyard setback will be located five feet and one half inch (5'-1/2") from the side property lines between neighboring properties. Finally, the rear setback will be located ten feet (10') from the back property line for the non-waterfront lots and thirty feet (30') from the edge of Grand Lagoon on the waterfront lots. This will help to encourage wildlife populations by protecting them from hard surface runoff. Buildable areas that are suitable for the residence, pool, hardscape (i.e. drive, walks, etc.) will be the remaining area located inside the setback lines. All waterfront owners are also encouraged to create view corridors between neighboring properties for the enjoyment of all Grand Lagoon Pointe residents.
Architectural Character, Scale & Form The character of Grand Lagoon Pointe evolves from its pristine waterfront location. The architecture should enhance the existing ecological environment while unifying the sense of place through the use of similar scale, character, materials, and form.
Exterior Characteristics
Roofs: Metal only, either standing seam or corrugated metal; Principal pitch from 5 in 12 minimum to 10 in 12 maximum
Siding: Fiber-cement board or wood siding or shingles; Stucco at first floor level only; Vertical board and batten as accent materials
Foundation Screens: Horizontal 2x boards with a minimum of 2 inch slats; Stucco if used on the first floor as well
Porches: Wood or Trex (equal) to be a minimum of 6' deep and 8' wide on the first floor; Screened porches are allowed only at the rear of the house
Garages: Single garage doors only; Maximum door width is 9'-0" and maximum height is 8'-0"
Shutters: Painted wood or high-quality fiberglass; Must cover window openings and be operational
Windows: Wood, vinyl-clad wood, aluminum-clad wood and vinyl windows; True-divided light window muntins are encouraged
Doors: Wood, vinyl-clad wood, or molded fiberglass; True-divided light door muntins are encouraged
Railing: Wood with stained or painted finish
Fascias & Soffits: Exposed rafter tails required
Rooflines Aside from the primary purpose of providing shelter, roof structure is one of the most important visual features of the Grand Lagoon House. All homes shall have metal roofing, either standing seam or corrugated metal will be allowed, and roof overhangs are strongly encouraged. Main dwelling roof pitches shall be no less than 5 in 12 and no more than 10 in 12. Ancillary roofs shall have a pitch no less than 3 in 12.
Foundation Screens Foundation screens are an important lower element to the house and will be required throughout the subdivision. Screens will help to visually and aesthetically ground the house to the space. They will also help to screen crawl spaces and foundation walls. Homeowners and architects are encouraged to carefully plan the foundation screening so that it aesthetically complements the design of the residence.
from 5 in 12 minimum to 10 in 12 maximum
of the most important visual features of the Grand Lagoon House. All homes shall have metal roofing, either standing seam or corrugated metal will be allowed, and roof overhangs are strongly encouraged. Main dwelling roof pitches shall be no less than 5 in 12 and no more than 10 in 12. Ancillary roofs shall have a pitch no less than 3 in 12.