Kingsberry House Numbers

Definition of "Original Wood House Number Plaque"

Kingsberry's original house number plaques (for both Sections 1 and 2) use 4"-tall brass numbers mounted on a wooden board which is roughly 17 3/4" long, 4 3/4" high, and 3/4" inch deep.  Please note the above dimensions pertain to the size of the plaque after finishing. Stores that sell lumber normally refer to nominal sizes, so the above plaque would be described in a store as being 18" w (wide) x 5" h (high) x 1" D (deep).

The wooden plaque must be stained dark walnut and may not be painted or stained any other color.  The plaque must be oriented at a 45 degree angle from left to right, as illustrated in the picture below. (There are a few exceptions to the angle requirement for those townhouses in Section 1 with recessed entries [see "Section 1" paragraph below]).

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Original House Number Plaque Specification

The following is the pre-approved House Number Plaque specification for all homes in Kingsberry.

Section 1

The house numbers shall be installed between 4" to 6" below the light fixture adjacent to the front entry door.  For Section 1 homes which have the house numbers installed above the door, the plaques shall be centered above the door where the original wood plaque was mounted.

Section 2

The house numbers shall be installed between 4" to 6" below the light fixture that is installed near the garage door.

Replacing An "Original" House Sign

The original approved wooden house number plaque is no longer available for purchase. Consequently, residents may make, or have someone make for them, a new wood address plaque out of 1", number 1-grade lumber, making sure to cut the side profiles to match the approved plaque design (see picture above).

Newly Approved Whitehall Products House Number Plaque

The "Hartford Standard Wall One Line" recycled cast aluminum address plaque with a dark bronze background and gold letters (Model #13220G), has been approved for use in Kingsberry as an optional replacement for the "original" house number wood plaque. It is manufactured by Whitehall Products and comes in several color combinations; however, only Model #13220G ( bronze background with gold letters) is approved for Kingsberry townhouses.

Residents may purchase this plaque as a special order from local retailers or through on-line sources. For further information about purchasing an approved "Hartford-style" recycled cast aluminum house number plaque, please call Whitehall Products' Sales Office at 800-728-5449.

Definition of "Hartford Standard Wall One Line" recycled cast aluminum House Number Plaque

The "Hartford Standard Wall One Line" is a recycled cast aluminum house number plaque identified as Model #13220G. It has a dark bronze background coloration with gold letters. The dimensions are 16" w (wide) x 7 1/4" h (high). The plaque is designed to be easily identifiable from the street.

Section 1 - "Hartford-Style" Specification

In Section 1, "Hartford-style" house numbers shall be installed 4" - 6" below the light fixture to the right of the front entry door, or current location for side entry end units. The distance shall be measured from the bottom of the light to the center of the plaque (see the above picture). Townhouses which have their house number plaques above their door shall center a "Hartford-style" replacement plaque above their door in the same location as the original.

Section 2 - "Hartford-Style" Specification

In Section 2 the house numbers shall be installed 4" - 6" below the light fixture that is installed near the garage door. The distance shall be measured from the bottom of the light to the center of the plaque. (see the above picture)  Depending on your home, this may be to the right or left of your garage door.

Newly Approved House Number Mounting Location for Section 2

Section 2 residents now have the following options available to them:

Option 1

Replacement "original style" house number plaques are pre-approved for installation. An "original style" house number plaque shall be roughly 17 3/4" long, 4 3/4" wide, and 3/4" inch deep. Please note the above dimensions pertain to the size of the plaque after finishing. Stores that sell lumber normally refer to nominal sizes, so the above plaque would be described as being 18" w (wide) x 5" h (high) x 1" D (deep).

The wooden plaque shall be stained dark walnut and may not be painted or stained any other color. The plaque shall be oriented at a 45 degree angle from left to right. The plaque shall be centered 4" to 6" below the light fixture adjacent to the garage (please refer to the picture at the top of the page).

Option 2

Option 2(a)

Section 2 homeowners may opt to relocate their "original style" house number plaque to their second story, provided all above specification requirements are met.

The "original style" house number plaque shall be removed from its location on the ground level and relocated below the light on the second story entrance. The plaque shall be centered 4" to 6" below the light fixture adjacent to the entry door. (please refer to the picture at the top of the page for spacing).

Option 2(b)

Section 2 homeowners may opt to keep their "original style" house number plaque at its current location on the ground level and may add an "original style" house number to their second story, provided all above specification requirements are met.

Note: Option 2(a) is not available for side-entrance townhouses in Section 2 (4648, 4646, 4634, 4643, 4653, 4673). Section 2 side-entrance townhouses may use Option 5 as an alternative.

Option 3

Section 2 homeowners may opt to replace their "original style" house number plaque with a "Hartford-style" recycled cast aluminum house number plaque, provided all above specification requirements are met.

Option 4

Section 2 homeowners may opt to remove the "original style" wood house number plaque at the garage level and replace it with a "Hartford-style" recycled cast aluminum house number plaque beneath the second story entrance light, provided all above specification requirements are met.

Note: Option 4 is not available for Section 2 side-entrance townhouses (i.e., 4648, 4646, 4634, 4643, 4653, 4673). Section 2 side-entrance townhouses may use Option 5 as an alternative.

Option 5

All homeowners in Section 2 may opt to replace the "original style" wood house number plaque with a "Hartford-style" recycled cast aluminum house number sign at the garage level, and add a second "Hartford-style" recycled cast aluminum house number plaque underneath the second story entrance light, provided all above specification requirements are met.

Mixing Styles Prohibited

Section 2 homeowners choosing to exercise Option 5 shall replace their "original style" wood house number plaque with a "Hartford-style" recycled cast aluminum house number sign.

New Plaque Order Form

Kingsberry homeowners interested in purchasing a new Whitehall "Hartford-style" plaque may place their order directly with Whitehall using this form. Whitehall has agreed to provide Kingsberry residents with a $13.00 discount for each new plaque ordered.

Questions?

Please do not hesitate to check with the Architectural and Environmental Review Committee (AERC) if you have any questions about the above. The e-mail address for the AERC is: aerc@kingsberryhoa.org.