As provided by the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions of Islesworth at Martin Downs Homeowners Association Inc., these standards for the installation of fences in Islesworth have been established by the Board of Directors. This standard is to be used by the Architectural Review Committee to evaluate all requests for fences or changes to fences submitted by homeowners.

The Architectural Review Committee discourages the use of fences for screening. Property owners are urged to use native or cold hardy shrubs, hedges and bushes to achieve desired levels of privacy, rather than fence segments.

I. The purposes of this fence standard are:

1. To protect the architectural integrity of the community.
2. To provide practical directions to the homeowner in planning a fence.
3. To eliminate types of fences that are potentially hazardous or aesthetically displeasing.

II. Application process:

1. Application will be made to the Architectural Review Committee by submitting an ARB form to the Islesworth property manager.

III. Fence requirements:

1. Easements for lake access, drainage, ingress/egress, or lake front lots, or lot numbers 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 31 and 38 may not be fenced. These lot owners are encouraged to use plantings to achieve desired levels of privacy. The prohibition on lakefront lots is carried over from the developer, as lakefront lot owners paid a high premium for their lots and lake views. The remaining lots abut common grounds, and fencing on these lots would disrupt the aesthetic appearance of these areas.

2. Fences: Chain link or other types of wire fences are not allowed. Wooden fences shall be constructed of new pressure treated material, maintained on both sides, and kept in good repair. Front yard fencing is not permitted. No fencing may be installed without written approval of the Architectural Review Committee. All fences must meet Martin County codes. All fences shall require a Martin County permit.

3. Wooden Fences: Wooden fences may not exceed 6 feet in height at any point from either side of the fence. Fences shall be constructed with a level or gently rolling smooth top edge. Stepping or other abrupt level change of the top edge of the fence is discouraged. There should be no significant gaps between the bottom of the fence and the ground. Pointed fence palings, jagged tops or other hazardous finishes may not be used. Samples of any wood substitute fencing materials used will be required with the application. Wooden fences may not be painted stark white, or white-white color, however an off-white house color may be used. ARC requests for wooden fences must include a plot drawing with the fence location and setbacks, a cross-section sketch to show fence posts on the owners side of the fence, all dimensions for the fence, color and description, and if using a contractor, a copy of proposal.

4. Metal Deck or Patio/Pool Fences: Applications for metal deck and patio/pool fences should include a drawing, complete with dimensions, color, and a copy of contractor proposal.