Architectural & Landscape Control (ALCC)

The Architectural and Landscape Control Committee (ALCC) consists of Long Branch Lakes property owners who volunteer their time to review plans for new home construction, additions, and lot improvements such as pools, fences, and recreational amenities. The committee ensures all structural and landscape improvements comply with the standards set forth in our restrictive covenants and architectural guidelines — and works with fellow property owners to navigate those standards.

🏡 Building at Long Branch Lakes?

Congratulations on your decision to build your dream home in this beautiful community! The ALCC has assembled application forms, checklists, requirements, and guidelines for your construction submission. The Standard Requirements document contains construction standards, and the Construction Application contains a materials checklist and compliance forms. Once your submission is received, a committee member will be assigned as your point of contact throughout the process.

🏔️ Architectural Styles Gallery

The general design style of new construction should blend with existing styles found in the Long Branch Lakes community. Color palettes should be muted, with natural colors that complement the surrounding woodlands and pastoral areas.

Craftsman & Contemporary Craftsman

Craftsman styles articulate structure with exposed rafters and beams, preserve handmade and natural materials, and create a dynamic connection between interior and exterior with porches and terraces. Characterized by low-pitched gable roofs, overhanging eaves with exposed rafters, heavy tapered columns, shingled siding with stone details, and open or covered porches.

Log · Mountain · Rustic

These styles typically feature sloping timbered roofs using natural materials. Log homes may include square, round, rectangular, or Swedish cope logs with interlocking or dovetail corners. Mountain homes combine wood with wrought iron and stone, blurring lines between natural and man-made elements with larger windows to take advantage of views. Rustic styles highlight natural wood and stone with exposed beams and heavy columns.

Cottage · Country · Farmhouse

Country and farmhouse homes often include porches that stretch across the front and wrap around the sides. Exterior features typically include horizontal siding, shutters, and muted colors. Roofs are steep-pitched with gables and/or dormers.

🏗️ Fences

Front Yard & Road-Facing Fences

Fencing for front yards or side fences that border access roads (including corner lots):

Side & Back Yard Fences

Fencing approved for side or back of property:

Lakefront Fences

Approved back yard fencing for lots facing a lake:

🚪 Gates

Driveway & Road-Facing Gates

Gates suitable for driveway entrances or fence lines facing access roads:

Livestock & Farm/Pasture Gates

Gates suitable for livestock or farm/pasture use:

Temporary Construction Gates

Temporary security gates used during construction (variance approval required):

📬 Approved Mailbox Styles

The committee has designated specific mailbox styles for use throughout the community. Property owners must use one of the approved styles shown below — no separate ALCC approval is needed for mailbox installation.