#1. Change of color on the outside must be submitted to the architectural review committee. Do it before the new rule comes into effect this month that will charge a minimum of $75 for each review.

#2. Doesn't matter that your back yard is fenced, the yard must be finished according to landscape HOA rules. You have one year from purchase to bring the landscape into compliance. You should have received a review of compliance from the HOA when you purchased your home.