Homes in The Settings

Building Your Home

Our Design Review Board and Community Guidelines

Whether you are an existing property owner just starting the build process, a prospective lot owner seeking information and guidance, or a realtor assisting buyers with due diligence, the Design Review Board (DRB) is here to assist and guide you.

The vision of The Settings of Black Mountain, as prescribed by the Developer and affirmed by the Homeowners Association, is:

We envision a neighborhood, recognized as a desirable place to live, where we can enjoy friends & family, and work together to foster a lifestyle inspired by nature and the local mountain community.

To help achieve this vision, property owners are appointed by the HOA Board to serve on the DRB and manage the process of designing and building houses.  Architectural standards have been developed to maintain consistency in “the look and feel” of the community. Quality builders have been vetted to deliver the construction end.  These builders have demonstrated their ability to provide quality performance and manage the challenges of construction that can include steep slope foundations, high wind conditions, and water drainage/run off, etc.

If you are considering buying property in The Settings, we encourage you to contact the DRB early with your questions. The DRB can assist with general questions about the community and SOBM guidelines and how they might relate to a particular lot.

The DRB Architectural Design Guidelines and Construction Standards have been carefully written as an informed process to achieve your goals.  We encourage everyone to read these, especially the first section on General Provisions. This includes the design philosophy, the function of the DRB, the intent of the design standards, and an outline of the process.  Following the process is critical to making the most of your resources, and to prevent mistakes that can prove costly later.

Please contact the DRB Chair directly at drb.chairman@tsobm.com. 

You may also contact our property management company at settingsofblackmountain.drb@fsresidential.com.

Things to consider…

Building your dream home in the mountains can have its challenges, but is ultimately a very rewarding experience. You may find it helpful to read this article written by Jim Jones, past president and Design Review Board Chair of The Settings.

You are likely a good fit for The Settings if…

• You seek the convenience of living near town, but the privacy and natural beauty of living in the mountains.
• You enjoy being close to trails or taking a walk around the neighborhood.
• You prefer to have low HOA fees and instead choose your own amenities available nearby.
• You are ready to build your dream home.

Please take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions for more information about our community.

We would be happy to talk with you about the experience you will have as a part of The Settings community, please contact us.