Fountains

[Mintjulep]

We are re-landscaping the front of our gardenia and adding more pavers. The front will be pavers all the way to the sidewalk and from the garage wall to the guest bedroom wall. It will be kinda like a courtyard.
We thought a nice fountain would be great there in front of the breakfast nook window, but aren't sure about restrictions.
It wouldn't be under the eaves of the roof.
We have driven around in our neighborhood (Virginia Trace) and have noticed several neighbors with front fountains.

Does anyone know if we have to get fountain permission??? :shrug:
I know birdbaths are out, but,,, we would have flowing water...

Thanks in advance...

[villages07]

MJ,

You hit the key....as long as the fountain has a pump and flowing water it is ok. I have seen very plain and simple fountains and some that were downright gaudy in shape and size (of course, that is in the eye of the beholder).

It wouldn't hurt to call and touch base with the architectural folks. It sounds like your paver project should go thru the review process too. You could throw the fountain plan in with that.

Sounds like a nice redesign... we created a paver, knee-wall courtyard at the entrance to our Lantana...makes another nice place to sit and read and watch the world go by.

[Mallory]

Fountains and other water features have to be approved by Architectural Review Board following the usual procedures with drawings, etc.

[Mintjulep]

Thanks 07... :thumbup:
Was hoping the running water would the the go ticket...

The paver guy says we don't need permission for the pavers, especially since it's just a small addition to the pavers we already have on our driveway and sidewalk. He'll install the pavers tomorrow.
And the landscapers have already gotten their permission for what they are doing...

Yesterday all the plants were removed from that area,
and WOW, what a change!
The courtyard affect will drastically simplify the front of our house from what it is was, but we don't want it to look barren...
We want something nice to look at from inside and also for curb appeal.
So the fountain was a last minute thought.
We will also add a bench and a couple of large potted plants.

[Donna]

Minty,
Sounds beautiful...I hope I get to see it all done..:pepper2:

[graciegirl]

Thanks 07... :thumbup:
Was hoping the running water would the the go ticket...

The paver guy says we don't need permission for the pavers, especially since it's just a small addition to the pavers we already have on our driveway and sidewalk. He'll install the pavers tomorrow.
And the landscapers have already gotten their permission for what they are doing...

Yesterday all the plants were removed from that area,
and WOW, what a change!
The courtyard affect will drastically simplify the front of our house from what it is was, but we don't want it to look barren...
We want something nice to look at from inside and also for curb appeal.
So the fountain was a last minute thought.
We will also add a bench and a couple of large potted plants.
Sounds absolutely beautiful. Do you mind if I steal your idea when we return in the fall. Please send pictures!

GracieGirl

[KathieI]

My new landscaper just put in a small pond in the front of my house with a little fountain in the center. It is lined with river rock so its so cute.

F16 is gonna fish in it (I'm putting gold fish in for him) and I'll give the schnauzers their baths in there too...
You do know I am only kidding about the fish and the dog bath of course. :shocked:

[F16 1UB]

Nay Nay - I'm stocking it with largemouth bass & crappies. Have to have local source for fish fries per handieman. :D

[KathieI]

Nay Nay - I'm stocking it with largemouth bass & crappies. Have to have local source for fish fries per handieman. :D

"Crappies?" "Crappies?" is that what you want? Oh that's easy, I'll just let the schnauzers poop in the pond.... LOL. :a20:

[Donna]

"Crappies?" "Crappies?" is that what you want? Oh that's easy, I'll just let the schnauzers poop in the pond.... LOL. :a20:

hahahahahahaha:a20:

Hey 16...You definitely will have enough CRAPPIES then..hahahahahahaha

[JeanneBeannie]

My new landscaper just put in a small pond in the front of my house with a little fountain in the center. It is lined with river rock so its so cute.

F16 is gonna fish in it (I'm putting gold fish in for him) and I'll give the schnauzers their baths in there too...
You do know I am only kidding about the fish and the dog bath of course. :shocked:


Laughing here at the crappies joke etc. lol :1rotfl:. So funny lol!
Kathie...your pond must be so nice!! I love river rock! I am so happy to hear that they are allowed. My sister has a small one with Koi in it. She has had them for ten years and has a name for every one of them lol. She said that she can actually pick them up and hold them, if they have to clean it etc.. And that in the evening they do a dance on the top of the water! :coolsmiley:.

Jeanne :)

[SUNNYMARYANN]

:jester: how about a few blue gill and perch?

[Safe Home Watch Mary Edwards]

"Crappies?" "Crappies?" is that what you want? Oh that's easy, I'll just let the schnauzers poop in the pond.... LOL. :a20:
KathieI Hi, We had a pond in our other home Back Balto. Lots Koi,frogs,turtles,and had to keep an eye out for the blue heron finding dinner in our pond all the time. Then the ducks found it,made nest then their were baby ducks.But it was so nice to watch everything,with a a water fall. Would like to see it someday. Be Happy!! Mary

[SABRMnLgs]

As always, beware of the "yard nazis". They are always on the lookout for anything They feel is not good for YOUR home.

[Mintjulep]

"Crappies?" "Crappies?" is that what you want? Oh that's easy, I'll just let the schnauzers poop in the pond.... LOL. :a20:

Kathie,
Make sure you put some catfish in there too, they are bottom feeders you know. Just don't eat em if ya catch em... :yuck:

[Mintjulep]

While out fountain shopping, I found out from a fountain guy why no birdbaths here, only moving or flowing water.
Because of the fact that mosquitoes lay their eggs in still water, (like birdbaths), and they don't want any chance of encephalitis... :22yikes:
That's the main reason they spray for skeeters...

Hummm, I had no clue that was the reason...
I guess I thought it was so we could be more comfortable outside. :MOJE_whot:

[Campbell soup]

Donna...excuse my ignorance what does ROFLMAO mean :shrug:

[Muncle]

ROFLMAO - Roll on the floor and laugh my ass off.

Re the folks who fret about the "yard Nazis" but would be the first to complain about a neighbor who had a couple cars being rebuilt in their yard, had a washer/dryer/old frig on the front porch, or built an addition that blocked their view, restrictions and covenants are invaluable in a development like TV. I always assume that any changes done by an outside contractor that extend beyond the boundaries of the original house require review and approval. Your paver guy says no request is needed since this is an extension of an existing project. However, there are restriction as to what percentage of a home must remain grass/landscaping/whatever. Keep widening that drive and soon the whole yard is pavers. As to the fountain, yes they are legal and not considered lawn art (verboten). They do not even need to be operating, only operational.

Have your contractors put in the paperwork. It's not difficult and should be included in the cost. And it's an extra check against hiring a scam team.