New Mark Commons, like many neighborhoods, has adopted an architectural control policy to preserve the community's high standards of building design, maintain physical appearance and to protect property values. Article X of the Covenants establishes the principal of architectural control and has at its basic requirement that no exterior addition or change (including any change in color) be made until the plans and specifications have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Homeowners Association board.

The homeowners association and your neighbors take the architectural control guidelines very seriously. Failure to comply may result in legal action, and you will be personally responsible for the cost and materials required to bring your home into compliance.