[Guzzel]

We're undecided about building new or buying existing, but either way, will I be allowed to design and install my own security system for the house, complete with outside cameras?

[Toymeister]

Many people have them.

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Guzzel

We're undecided about building new or buying existing, but either way, will I be allowed to design and install my own security system for the house, complete with outside cameras?

Most changes to the outside of the building will require ARC approval. If the cameras are installed such that they do not change the look of the building in any way then it seems like they would be in compliance with no approval required. If the cameras are mounted to the outside of the building then it would be better to submit an application now then to have to remove them later.

[MrFlorida]

You mean installing the wiring etc while the house is under construction? Ask the contractor, they might have insurance issues with that.

[thelegges]

Not during build…after market only. We couldn’t pre wire pool, or add any outlets

[mrf0151]

Yes, you can install cameras easily. We have a Blink system, doorbell and 2 cameras on both sides of the house. They mount using the supplied screws that go right into the soffit holes perfectly.

[ThirdOfFive]

Originally Posted by Guzzel

We're undecided about building new or buying existing, but either way, will I be allowed to design and install my own security system for the house, complete with outside cameras?

I believe so, though if there is any doubt I'd follow the advice of some of the other posters and check with the powers-that-be, first.

[dewilson58]

We pre-wired out home for a security alarm system.

We added cameras outside after a few years.
Many systems do not require "wiring".
Easy to customize and even move.

[villagetinker]

If you are building, you can ask if Siamese camera cables can be installed from a closet to the four corners of the house and the front door, garage, and lanai. This will have you covered for wired cameras, and the cost versus after build installation will be much less. I prefer hardwired cameras as they cannot be hacked. You will then have the opportunity to buy your own securing system with as many channels as needed.

[simplesimonsaid]

Originally Posted by villagetinker

I prefer hardwired cameras as they cannot be hacked.

You can cut the wires though.

[villagetinker]

Originally Posted by simplesimonsaid

You can cut the wires though.

The wires to mine cannot be seen, the cameras are located so that in most cases the intruder will be seen and recorded before they can get to the camera to disable them, most are out of reach without a ladder. My concern about wireless is these can be hacked, now they are watching you, or they can be jammed, and now they are not see anything. Depending on the type of wireless camera, you may need to periodically replace batteries or have some type of solar charging.
By the way, I was able to have wiring installed with our build, and from what i determined, I saved well over $2000, then I installed my own DVR and cameras, and saved well over $2000 again.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by simplesimonsaid

You can cut the wires though.

It would be much easier for them to simply choose a home without cameras. There are not very many home invasions down here.

[JRcorvette]

Originally Posted by Guzzel

We're undecided about building new or buying existing, but either way, will I be allowed to design and install my own security system for the house, complete with outside cameras?

Yes of corse you can!

[Rwirish]

Why wouldn’t you be allowed?

[Guzzel]

Originally Posted by MrFlorida

You mean installing the wiring etc while the house is under construction? Ask the contractor, they might have insurance issues with that.

No; I'll do it myself after moving in.