Modification Request Form Association : Summit at Saddlebrook Homeowners Association Inc. Date: 05/21/2026 08:12:35 AM Owner : Susan Smith Address : 2527 Knob Creek Drive Snellville GA 30078 CellPhone : (612) 388-8712 EmailAddress : sismith0807@gmail.com Estimated Start Date : 05/21/2026 Estimated Completion Date: 06/21/2026 ACC Type: Landscaping - General
Susan Smith
Dear HOA Board,
I am writing regarding my recent ACC request and the conditional approval I received related to landscaping borders under Appendix C.
I am seeking clarification because I previously received approval to install landscape edging around my mulch areas at the same time I was approved to install the connecting stones in the front of my home. At that time, there was no requirement that the border material match other materials around the house, nor was I informed that a specific type of edging would be prohibited.
The border currently in place was installed in good faith and at considerable expense. My understanding was that it complied with prior approvals and community standards. I specifically chose a slightly higher edging in an effort to help prevent mulch from shifting and washing down along the side of my home due to the grading and movement issues already present in that area.
As I read the current communication, however, it appears that the edging material I previously understood to be acceptable is now being disallowed in favor of more expensive options such as stamped concrete or similar materials. This has left me confused and concerned about consistency in enforcement and expectations.
Additionally, it was my understanding that landscaping decisions in the rear or side areas of our homes generally did not require ARC approval unless there was a major structural or visible modification. If that understanding is incorrect, I believe many homeowners may also be operating under the same assumption and would benefit from additional clarification from the Board.
Since my approval remains conditional, I will await your final determination before making any additional changes. However, I respectfully ask the Board to explain specifically what concern exists with using a low-profile landscape border that is largely unobtrusive and intended solely to contain mulch and prevent erosion and runoff.
At present, the requirements feel unnecessarily restrictive and overly specific, especially considering the prior approval history and the practical purpose of the edging.
Thank you for your time and clarification.
Sincerely,
Susan Smith
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Susan I. Smith