Property Modifications

Owners must include the following with the Modification Application as applicable. All submissions must be clear, concise, and understandable enough for the ACC to make an informed decision. It is the homeowner's responsibility to check with the City of Forney for permit requirements. See City of Forney's permit requirements here.
 
No work may begin without prior written approval of Gateway Parks HOA, Inc.
Written notification of the decision shall be supplied to the Owner within thirty (30) days after receipt of complete application from Owner.
 
Storage Buildings 
  • Marked survey or plot plan where improvement is desired. 
  • Contractor proposal that includes picture or elevation drawings, materials and measurements.
  • Colors and shingles must match home.
  • Will not exceed 10x10x8 (length x width x height). Only 1 per lot.
 
Arbors/ Pergolas/Patio Extensions/Additions/Playscapes 
  • Plot plan is required. Location of addition must be clearly marked on plot plan. 
  • Dimensions, list of materials, color samples, elevation drawings, and square footage must be provided.
  • Submit color of stone and concrete overlays.
  • Samples or pictures must be provided. Landscape/Landscape Edging/Trees 
  • Location of landscape plans must be marked on survey/plot plan. 
 
Plants/Trees/Species
  • Need to be listed, spacing between plants and sizes of plants/trees. 
  • Landscape edging sample pictures required.
  • Xeriscaping - No owner shall install gravel, rocks, or cacti that in the aggregate encompass over ten percent (10%) of such owner's front yard or ten percent (10%) of such owner's back yard. 
 
Swimming Pools/Spas 
  • Location of swimming pool/spa must be marked on survey/plot plan. 
  • Dimensions, lists of materials, elevation drawings and square footage. Include distance from property lines. 
  • Plans to screen pool equipment and pool drainage plans.
  • Above ground swimming pools are prohibited.
 
Solar Vents/Solar Panels 
  • Dimensions, picture, product details, number and location of vents or panels must be provided. 
 
Paint 
  • Paint samples are required.
  • Submitting two color choices is suggested.
 
Roof Replacement 
  • Contractor’s proposal that shows manufacturer’s warranty (30 year/lifetime required), color, and brand of shingle (3- tab shingles are not permitted).
 
Fences 
  • Plot plan is required. Location of fence must be clearly marked/highlighted on plot plan.
  • Contractor’s proposal that shows materials used, top cap, border, stain, and height of fence. 
  • Fences must be between 6 and 8 feet in height. Fences backing up to any common area must not exceed 6 feet in height.
  • Stain -  Ready Seal semi transparent. Color - Pecan