Land Use and Building Type
- Single family residential dwelling — Only one single family residential dwelling not exceeding 2.5 stories in height above ground.
- No mobile homes, modular homes, shell homes or log homes may be erected or permitted to remain on lot.
- Private garages, outbuildings, fixed piers and floating dock facilities affecting residential use of any lots permitted are subject to ALRC approval.
- Fences cannot be erected between the road and the front face of dwelling.
Minimum Dwelling Size
- Any one-story dwelling: 1,800 HSF;
- One and one-half story dwellings: 2,000 HSF with 1,400 HSF minimum on ground level;
- Two – two and one-half story dwellings: 2,200 HSF with 1,200 HSF on ground level;
*See full restrictions for additional SF requirements regarding waterfront properties.
Building Construction and Quality
- No building shall be erected unless it is completely underpinned with solid brick, brick/stone covered block or stucco foundation.
- Roofs (except dormers) of not less than 8-inch pitch and not less than 12-inch overhang.
- Exterior of all homes and other structures must be completed within one (1) year after the commencement of construction.
- Exterior surfaces of asbestos shingle siding, aluminum siding, imitation brick, exposed cement blocks or log SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED.
Architectural Guidelines
- Architectural & Landscape Review Committee approval is required before house construction begins.
- Fees for ALRC may be required.
Minimum Building Setback Lines
- Setbacks from Lake Hickory are 50 feet.
- Roadway setbacks are 35 feet.
- Side lot setbacks are 15 feet.
- Rear setbacks for non-waterfront lots are 35 feet.
- Confirm individual lot setbacks on final plat.
Antennas, Satellite Dishes or Discs
- Satellite dishes must be one meter or less and must be screened from road and lake.
- Freestanding radio and/or television towers or antennas are not permitted.
Boats, Campers, Trailers & Motor Homes
- Outdoor storage of boats, campers, trailers or motor homes is not permitted.
- A community storage facility for boats, campers, trailers or motor homes is available in Phase II of River Bend.
Piers and Docks
- Individual piers and docks may be installed on a waterfront lot within the specified pier envelopes.
- All waterfront structures must be approved by Duke Power and the ALRC