I suspect that is their standard answer (letting the process make the decisions).

I just called community standards (adding gutters above garage and around lanai and patio) and was told, Yes, ARC review is require. We are in the Hawkins - it may depend on which area you are in.

Yes, it's required in the Hawkins...

We are in the Hammocks at Fenney....

I've been told on the phone I need to submit for approval but then told after submitting I didn't need to submit...

Yeah. I agree with the commenter above. "Yes" is probably the standard answer. I can't imagine why gutters would be denied...