8.5 Wildlife

Canyon Ridge is in a location where the town meets the forest and care should be taken during and after construction to preserve wildlife habitat and avoid disturbance to wildlife. Pets must be kept under control and not allowed to chase wildlife. Food and garbage should never be left outside and barbecues should be kept clean. It is unlawful to feed wildlife.

8.6 Other buildings & site structures

Site structures such as gazebos, patios, decks, retaining walls, and planters should be designed, be appropriate to the scale and aesthetics of the house, and compliment the existing and proposed landscapes. Storage sheds and other auxiliary buildings must be placed at the side or to the rear of the property. Their appearance must be in accordance with the guidelines described herein and the maximum size permitted is 10’X12’. Carports are not permitted and garages must be attached to the residence with a breezeway as a minimum, with the exception of carriage lots with possible development above the garage.

9. Construction Timing

The Owner covenants to obtain design approval from the Developer and commence construction of their property within 2 years from the date title is conveyed from the Developer to the Owner. It is recommended that Owners start their design process at least 6 months before they plan to start construction. Should the owner fail to start construction within the time allowed the Developer reserves the right to purchase the lot from the buyer free from any encumbrances for 90% of the original sale price.

Construction must be completed and a final inspection obtained from the Town of Golden within 18 months of construction start. Landscaping must be completed within 24 months from the start of construction. Should the owner fail to complete construction within the time allowed an amount equal to 2% of the original lot sale price, will be payable to the Developer. A further 1% will be paid to the Developer at the beginning of each following month if construction has not been completed and final inspection has not been obtained.

10. Construction Regulations

10.1 Noise & Working Hours

Construction work may only be carried out between the hours of 7:00 am and 9:00 pm Monday to Saturday and 12:00 Noon to 9:00 pm on Sundays and holidays. Builders and lot owners must use reasonable efforts to minimise noise and dust during construction.

10.2 Contractor Parking & Deliveries

Where possible all construction vehicles should be parked within the lot boundary. Overnight street parking is not permitted except by permit from the developer.

10.3 Damage

Lot owners will be held responsible and will pay for any damage to common (Community Association) property and other lots. Owners and their contractors should take particular care to avoid damage to the road surface and underground services when parking and unloading heavy equipment such as gravel trucks and excavators. Prior to start of construction each lot owner shall complete an inspection report to insure any damage to the common property adjacent to the lot is documented. The developer will inspect any noted damage and sign off liability. Final inspection of the common property will be completed with the lot inspection, and if any damage exists, the cost of repair will be deducted from the lot damage deposit. The lot owner is liable for any costs of repair over the damage deposit amount.

10.4 Construction Debris and Garbage

Construction debris or garbage may not be burned, buried or dumped anywhere on the Canyon Ridge site. Owner and contractors must clean up garbage and debris on the lot at the end of each day and generally ensure the site is clean and tidy. So as not to attract wildlife, no food or food waste may be left unattended on site under any circumstances. Constructions garbage bins are required during construction. Concrete mixer clean out must be contained on site.