The responsibility of the ARC is simply to assess whether or not a proposed project complies with the existing covenants and policies and harmonizes with existing structures and the neighborhood at large. If it does, they must approve it. If it doesn't, they must disapprove it, although if they do, they will work with the homeowner to find alternative, approvable approaches.

We are fortunate on Silver Plume to have an ARC that includes several professional architects, who are especially well qualified to make these assessments. They are also a valuable (and free!) source of ideas, advice, and suggestions for any and all building projects.